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Society for Acute Medicine Trainee Update, Autumn 2017
Acute Medicine
|October 27, 2017
Summary
Sanjay Krishnamoorthy has stepped down as Trainee Representative for the Specialty and Associate Specialist (SAS) Doctors Committee. Tehmeena Khan, a final-year trainee with expertise in leadership and quality improvement, will assume the role.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Leadership
- Quality Improvement in Healthcare
Background:
- The Specialty and Associate Specialist (SAS) Doctors Committee (SAM) requires a Trainee Representative.
- Previous representative Sanjay Krishnamoorthy has completed his tenure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To announce the appointment of a new Trainee Representative for the SAM.
- To introduce Tehmeena Khan and highlight her relevant experience.
Main Methods:
- Information dissemination regarding a change in committee representation.
Main Results:
- Tehmeena Khan appointed as the new Trainee Representative for SAM.
- Sanjay Krishnamoorthy thanked for his contributions.
Conclusions:
- Tehmeena Khan brings valuable skills in leadership, management, and quality improvement to the SAM.
- Khan's background includes prestigious fellowships and engagement with the Health Foundation Q Community.
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