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Libby Thomas is a Reader in Clinical Education and Clinical Programme Coordinator at the Blizard Institute, part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London. She is an Emergency Medicine Consultant at Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and leads the Emergency Medicine Specialist Interest Group for ASPiH (Association of Simulated Practice in Healthcare).
Education:
- BMBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
- DCH (Diploma in Child Health)
- PhD in Medical Education
- Fellow of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (FRCEM)
Her research and teaching focus on Medical Education, particularly simulation-based learning, interprofessional training, and digital technologies in clinical education. She has extensive experience in designing and delivering postgraduate clinical programs, including the Emergency and Resuscitation Medicine MSc.
Recent publications highlight her work in simulation debriefing frameworks ('The Diamond'), digital tools in clinical education, and gender-specific healthcare in emergency settings (e.g., perimenopause). These align with her expertise in harnessing technology for educator training and capacity-building in health emergencies.
Scientific Awards and Roles:
- Fellow of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (FRCEM)
- Emergency Medicine SiG Lead for ASPiH
- External expert advisor to the World Health Organization (WHO)
- Clinical Education Associate at NHS Elect
She supervises SSC (Special Study Modules) and academic advising for the MBBS programme, contributing to curriculum development and student experience. Her work spans local and national collaborations, emphasizing educator training and digital innovations.
