The role of senior consultants is not to 'pull the ladder up after us' but to hold & steady the ladder for more junior colleagues to climb, to reach heights that exceed those we have reached in our own careers. I was ecstatic to do some 'ladder holding' for our gifted trainees.

A snapshot of the Future Gynaecology Leaders Conference last week. Fantastic to meet so many Residents & Consultants from across the region. Great to support the future leaders of gynaecology, and I'm pleased to say that from all appearances, the specialty is in very good hands!

Post op review of lovely patient. Says her surgery was life-changing. She feels so grateful that she was listened to & treated with compassion. This is what it's about. Under the workload are fellow human beings who come to us in their time of need. It's our privilege to respond.

My most recent encounter with a beastie in my paediatric gynaecology clinic was this flying, squawking dinosaur. At the end of the appt, the delightful patient commandeered my computer and typed a lovely note! It's great that she felt comfortable and empowered enough to do this!

The Manchester Adolescent Endometriosis Clinic opened its doors for the first time today! Everything went to plan and 2 teenagers are now further on in their patient journeys. Thank you to the wonderful colleagues at MC Clinic for joining me in this vision. @its_about_time_me

Thank you to @nhs_voices for this amazing award. So nice to be recognised for the work we do day in and day out. I will treasure it and it will act as inspiration and motivation to keep going!!! #womenshealth

Gosh, it's tough sending a child off to University!

Looking for a good thriller to watch tonight....help!

Teaching the next generation of Gynaecology consultants about pain relief in hysteroscopy. The lecture was very well received. Optimism for the future! #hysteroscopy

Teaching the next generation of Gynaecology consultants about pain relief in hysteroscopy. The lecture was very well received. Optimism for the future! #hysteroscopy

A pleasure to be invited to speak on a very important topic and training the next generation of Gynaecology consultants at the Hysteroscopy and Ambulatory Gynaecology Workshop in Manchester.

How lovely and timely to receive this message today, after spending my weekend speaking and listening about #fibroids. Yes, I remember this delightful patient and her partner very well. I'm happy beyond words for them and wish them all the best. This is why we do what we do.

And the winner is..... Thank you for your engagement and very valuable advice. It was a difficult choice, but on balance, this logo won the day. (You guys are amazing! xx)

Logo help needed! Left or right? Views appreciated xxx

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Our SOP for hysteroscopy under sedation has been ratified - onward to share with others! @DrAndrewHeck

From the high energy levels of New York City to vibrant London to the last stop of my rest and recuperation break on the beautiful canals around Cheshire surrounded by nature - the perfect chilled end to my time off.

Something very exciting coming soon for adolescents with painful periods!

Thank you all so much for your wonderful messages of congratulations. Ieuan and our family are overwhelmed by your kindness and encouragement. We are very grateful. ❤️

Gynaecologist: What seems to be the problem? Patient: I'm having too many periods...........