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Professor Martyn Lewis is a Professor of Biostatistics at Keele University, with a career spanning over three decades in clinical trials methodology and musculoskeletal research. He holds a BSc in Mathematics and Biology, a PhD in Statistics, and an MSc in Health Economics. His academic journey includes roles at the School of Postgraduate Medicine and the Arthritis Research UK Primary Care Centre before his current position.
His research focuses on clinical trials design, statistical and economic evaluations, and musculoskeletal pain management. He has led or contributed to 28 national grants totaling £28 million and published 161 peer-reviewed articles. Notable contributions include pioneering stratified care models for musculoskeletal pain (STarT MSK and STarT Back tools) and cost-effectiveness analyses of healthcare interventions.
Prof. Lewis has supervised seven PhD students and one MSc student, examining four postgraduate degrees. He actively participates in research committees, including those overseeing trial oversight, grant funding, and teaching. His work emphasizes translating statistical rigor into practical healthcare solutions, particularly in primary care settings.
Key achievements include the SCOPiC and STarT MSK trials, evaluating sciatica and musculoskeletal pain stratification, and the ENHANCE pilot trial integrating care for osteoarthritis and mental health. His awards include Fellowship of the Royal Statistical Society.
