Humber and the Ridings Faculty
Hello and welcome to the Humber and the Ridings Faculty! We’re proud to support over 850 Members, Fellows, Associates, and GP registrars in the vibrant regions of North and East Riding of Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire, North East Lincolnshire, and the Vale of York.
The importance of member involvement
At Humber and the Ridings, we understand that professional development thrives on active participation. Our members are at the heart of everything we do. By getting involved, you not only enhance your own skills and knowledge but also contribute to a thriving community of healthcare professionals dedicated to excellence in patient care.
Connect and collaborate
We encourage all our members to engage with our initiatives and events. Your insights and experiences enrich our community and foster collaboration. By participating, you can connect with peers, share best practices, and inspire one another in our shared mission of delivering outstanding healthcare.
Let’s grow together!
Thank you for being a vital part of the Humber and the Ridings Faculty. Together, we can support each other’s professional journeys and make a meaningful impact in our communities. Stay tuned for upcoming events, and we look forward to seeing you involved!
Get involved
Upcoming events
06 November 2024
How to say NO!
Are you always taking on too much? Are there times when you know you should have said no? Join us for tips and advice on of to learn this skill and make your life and time easier.
07 November 2024
Complaints – their impact, why they happen and how to manage them.
In this session Dr Doug Devoy will discuss the reasons why patients take action against us, the impact complaints can have on our morale and potentially our professional welfare, and how to respond to them. This will be an informative and case based presentation.
08 November 2024
Telephone consulting and triage skills
This online course will provide you with a real understanding of how to manage the risks involved in remote telephone consultations and the benefits this work can bring when practiced effectively. This day will give you tools and techniques to best handle remote telephone consultations.
08 November 2024
Active Bystander Training
This event focuses on challenging inappropriate workplace behaviours from patients and colleagues and will give you the tools needed to be able to do this confidently. Witnessing verbal and physical abuse, discrimination, racism and micro-aggression effects everyone! This event has been developed to support ALL members of the Primary Care Team and we welcome anyone who works in a primary care setting to this event.
Faculty Board meetings
Our Faculty Board meets four times per year in March, June, September and November and is made up of GP volunteers including representatives from Hull GP Society, Hull and York Medical School (HYMS), First5 and GP registrar committees, as well as representation for Fellows and a regional Education Lead.
As a Faculty, we offer a wide range of resources and initiatives, including wellbeing programs and Learn & Connect sessions, designed to foster professional growth, collaboration, and personal development. Beyond these offerings, we remain committed to being the primary point of contact for our local GPs, providing guidance, support, and opportunities for engagement.
Our members also play an integral role in shaping the future of general practice by participating in key discussions, with their insights and feedback shared directly with the College Council. Together, we are strengthening the GP profession and building a more connected, supportive community.
We're always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to get involved and help shape our Faculty Board. Please email humber@rcgp.org.uk if you're interested in attending or finding out more about how you can get involved.
Local training and development
RCGP Fellowship
April 2024
The Faculty actively encourages its members of five years plus standing to consider putting themselves or colleagues forward for Fellowship. The Provost, Dr David Rose, leads the Faculty Fellowship Committee and can offer advice and support. Please contact the Faculty Administrator for further information.
Meet your faculty
Faculty Officers
Dr Hisham Nobeebaccus - Chair
Dr Laura Douglas - Deputy Chair and Council Representative
Dr David Rose - Provost
- Dr Stephen Opare-Sakyi - Honorary Secretary and EDI Lead
- Professor Mike Holmes - Honorary Treasurer and Chair of the RCGP Trustee Board
Faculty Board Members
- Professor Joanne Reeve - HYMS Rep
- Professor Margaret Ikpoh - Professional Development and Standards
- Dr Thomas Patel-Campbell - RCGP Trustee
- Dr Aung Moe - International Rep
- Dr Daniel Roper
- Dr John Moroney
- Dr Stephen Procter
- Dr Katie Barnett - Wellbeing Lead
- Dr Rumina Onac - Sustainability Lead
- Dr John Reay - LCARM Lead
- Dr Laura Douglas - First5 Lead
- Dr Alex Abel - GP registrar Lead
- Dr Idowu Oladigbo - GP registrar Lead
- Dr John Okocha - GP registrar Lead
- Dr Karolina Jakuczun - GP registrar Lead
- Dr Eman Shamsaee - GP registrar Lead
- Dr Sally Lawrence
Contact us
RCGP Humber and the Ridings Faculty Office
Telephone: 0203 188 7698
Email: humber@rcgp.org.uk
Your local Faculty Administrator is Clare Bartram
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