Sachin Thakur
York
Summary
Accomplished Consultant Acute Physician, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London (FRCP), with over ten years of experience in a busy District General Hospital (DGH). Holder of a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Leadership, with a proven track record in developing ambulatory care setups and leading transitions to Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC). Experienced Training Programme Director for Acute Internal Medicine, providing leadership and guidance to trainees, and RCP College Tutor, implementing teaching programmes such as weekly IMT and bedside PACES teaching. Engaged in both undergraduate and postgraduate education, with expertise in organising and delivering regional training days. Recipient of a local Clinical Excellence Award (CEA) and two "Making a Difference" awards. Committed to driving quality improvement and seeking new challenges for career progression.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6056
6056
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Consultant in Acute Medicine
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
02.2021 - 03.2025
- Patient Care: Provide comprehensive care in the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), ensuring timely assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Leadership: Lead multidisciplinary teams in managing acutely unwell patients, while developing and implementing clinical guidelines to enhance patient safety and care quality.
- Service Development: Spearheaded the transformation of the SDEC service, including implementing new pathways to align with national standards and improve patient outcomes.
- Education and Mentorship: Supervise and mentor junior doctors, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals, fostering professional growth and collaboration.
Training Programme Director for Acute Internal Medicine
East Yorkshire
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Leadership and Oversight: Designed, delivered, and assessed Acute Internal Medicine training programs, ensuring alignment with national standards.
- Mentorship and Guidance: Provided dedicated support to trainees, fostering their professional growth and addressing training-related challenges.
- Quality Improvement: Implemented initiatives to enhance training quality and introduced innovative approaches to improve the trainee experience.
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinated with the deanery, faculty, and trainees, and chaired the STC (Specialty Training Committee) meetings for Acute Medicine in Yorkshire to ensure seamless communication and program effectiveness.
Royal College of Physicians College Tutor
Harrogate Hospital
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Educational Leadership: Provide oversight and guidance for educational activities, ensuring high standards of training for medical trainees.
- Programme Development: Successfully implemented weekly IMT teaching sessions and bedside PACES teaching programmes for trainees and LED doctors.
- Mentorship and Support: Act as a mentor for trainees, offering advice and fostering their professional growth and development.
- Quality Assurance: Monitor and enhance the delivery of postgraduate medical education, liaising with other stakeholders to ensure compliance with training objectives.
Education
MBBS -
University of Mumbai
India /1996 - /2001
MRCP -
Royal College of Physicians
London 04.2001 - 03.2009
SCE Acute Medicine -
Royal College of Physicians
LondonPG Diploma in Medical Leadership -
Sheffield Hallam University
SheffieldFRCP -
Royal College of Physicians
LondonSkills
1 Leadership and Management: Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee training programs, and implement service transformations effectively
2 Clinical Expertise: Extensive experience in Acute Medicine, SDEC services, and developing clinical guidelines to enhance patient safety and outcomes
3 Teaching and Mentorship: Skilled in designing and delivering teaching programs for IMT trainees and junior doctors, including bedside PACES teaching and weekly teaching sessions
4 Quality Improvement and Service Development: Expertise in driving quality improvement initiatives and leading projects such as transforming SDEC services and developing ambulatory care pathways
5 Communication and Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate collaboration between healthcare teams, trainees, and stakeholders
6 Audits: Experience in leading clinical audits and contributing to evidence-based practice
7 Organisational Skills: Highly organised in managing training programmes, chairing meetings, and coordinating with diverse healthcare professionals
8 Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Proficient in managing high-pressure environments and troubleshooting challenges
Appointments
- Training Programme Director for Acute Internal Medicine, East Yorkshire, 10/01/23, Present
- Royal College of Physicians College Tutor, Harrogate Hospital, 10/01/23, Present
- Training Programme Director for Acute Internal Medicine, 06/01/16, 01/31/21
- Associate Training Programme Director, ACCS Acute Medicine, 11/01/16, 01/31/21
- Study Leave Advisor for Acute Internal Medicine, 02/01/16, 01/31/21
- Honorary HYMS Tutor, 12/01/16, 01/31/21
- Educational Supervisor, 01/01/14, Present
Relevant Training Courses
- Equality, Diversity and Human Rights - Healthier Business Group, 2023
- Supporting Trainees who have taken time out of Training: The Supported Return to Training Programme - YH LSFD, 2024
- CESR Training Session - Royal College of Physicians, London, 2024
- Medicine TPD Development Day - Yorkshire and Humber Deanery, 2024
- Pathway to Management - HR Facilitator Led - Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, 2024
- HDFT IMPACT Coaching - Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, 2023-2024
- Dare to Lead Programme - Learner Support and Faculty Development (LSFD)
NHS England, 2025
Quality Improvement initiatives
- Led and successfully implemented inpatient electronic referral project in 2023 to streamline communication and improve referral efficiency.
- Part of the EPR Advisory Group to test and refine the upcoming Nervecentre Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system, 2024-2025.
- Contributed to the development of a paperless clinical admission document, enhancing efficiency and reducing administrative burden.
- Developed and implemented several clinical pathways for the Trust in Medicine, ensuring evidence-based and standardized patient care practices.
- Led the transformation of the Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service in 2021, introducing new pathways to align with national standards and improve patient outcomes.
- Established ambulatory care service at York Hospital.
- Awards:
"Making a Difference" award (July 2021).
"Team of the Month" (November 2022).
"Making a Difference" award (May 2024).
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Training Programme Director for Acute Internal Medicine
East Yorkshire
10.2023 - 03.2025
Royal College of Physicians College Tutor
Harrogate Hospital
10.2023 - 03.2025
Consultant in Acute Medicine
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
02.2021 - 03.2025
MRCP -
Royal College of Physicians
04.2001 - 03.2009
MBBS -
University of Mumbai
/1996 - /2001
SCE Acute Medicine -
Royal College of Physicians
PG Diploma in Medical Leadership -
Sheffield Hallam University
FRCP -
Royal College of Physicians
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