Sudip Ghosh

Sudip Ghosh is a Professor of Medicine and PA Education at the School of Allied Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, De Montfort University (DMU), Leicester. He serves as the Medical Director of the MSc Physician Associate Programme and maintains active clinical roles as a Consultant Physician and General Practitioner. His work bridges academic medicine, clinical practice, and NHS innovation.

Education and Qualifications:

• MD
• PhD in Cardiology, UK (2002)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS), 1997
• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC)
• Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences
• MRCGP (2014)
• General Medical Council (GMC) Registration, 1992

His research focuses on clinical cardiology and respiratory medicine, with a strong emphasis on digital health solutions and telehealth innovations for post-pandemic healthcare systems. He is particularly interested in developing new healthcare workforces for the NHS, especially through advanced physician associate training and non-medical prescribing education.

Professor Ghosh leads externally funded research, including a £240,000 NHSX grant for telehealth digital solutions in the post-COVID NHS. His academic contributions are supported by affiliations with the Institute for Allied Health Sciences Research and the Institute of Health and Social Care at DMU.

Scientific Honours and Awards:

• Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons (1997)
• Hunterian Professor, RCS (2004)
• Fellow, Royal Society of Medicine (2009)
• Fellow, American College of Cardiology (2010)
• Fellow, European Society of Cardiology (2011)

He plays a key role in academic leadership and student training, overseeing the MSc Physician Associate Programme and teaching in PA studies, medical science, and independent prescribing. Though specific advisees are not listed, his leadership indicates active mentorship. His work integrates clinical insight with academic rigor to advance healthcare delivery and education.

Research Groups:

• Institute for Allied Health Sciences Research
• Institute of Health and Social Care