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Public Health Spotlight: A Panoramic Associates Podcast
Welcome to Public Health Spotlight. Hosted by Panoramic Associates' Mia Collett and Maisie Hockings, this series explores the pivotal role of leaders and experts shaping public health across the UK. Join us as we feature inspiring conversations with public health leaders and Consultants from England, Scotland, Wales, and the UK Crown Dependencies. Over the next few months, we'll spotlight Directors of Public Health from Birmingham, Sheffield, Swindon, Camden, East Sussex, and many more as we aim to inspire the next wave.
Public Health Spotlight: A Panoramic Associates Podcast
Navigating a Public Health Career: Insights from Louise Smith
In this episode of Public Health Spotlight, host Maisie Hockings sits down with Louise Smith, Deputy Director of Revalidation and Clinical Governance at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Louise delves into her robust career journey, from her early training in Scotland during the mad cow disease and HIV crises to her pivotal roles in public health across the UK.
Louise shares key milestones in her career, including her work with the Scottish government to implement the 21-week antenatal scan and her tenure as Director of Public Health in Norfolk. She discusses the differences and similarities between working in local government and a national agency like UKHSA, as well as the personal and professional growth she has experienced through mentoring and executive coaching.
Listeners will gain insights into Louise's current role at UKHSA, her perspectives on the challenges and priorities for the future of public health, and her heartfelt advice for aspiring public health professionals.
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