From Doctor to Chief Executive Dr Mark Newbold Chief Executive Officer Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust

Why medicine? a worthwhile job a practical job interested in science, especially biology a professional career

What type of doctor? Why pathology?... interested in disease processes... pleasant lifestyle!... enjoyed making a diagnosis... liked working in a team, and with other specialists... liked teaching and research

Life as a specialist A fascinating world! It’s fun being an ‘expert’! Puts all your knowledge and skill to the test Can save lives!

The wider world beckoned!

It’s a complex world! Scientific advances NHS – a huge employer Human side Sensitivity of the work Politics

Chief Executive Responsible for performance, safety, quality, finance Answers to the Trust Board Accountable officer 10,000 staff, £600m turnover Runs the organisation

What I love about my job Creating chances for people to succeed Talking to people Building teams Watching buildings go up Giving interviews with media Seeing people develop Improving services for patients Working with committed and motivated people Supporting staff to give great care

What I don’t like! Serious errors Angry patients! Unhappy staff Overspent Budgets! Critical media stories A whole day of meetings! Negative people Getting it wrong!

In summary! Do what interests you Follow your heart, but think ahead a bit! Careers in healthcare are rewarding and challenging There are many options for trained, committed, and enthusiastic people You will think and feel differently at 50 than 20 A change of direction can be reinvigorating Aim to become expert in something, and keep learning Find a job with a purpose, and enjoy what you do!