Iām Jake š
Iām an NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer in paediatric hepatology at the University of Birmingham. I am working to understand the mechanisms of biliary inflammation and fibrosis. This includes conditions such as biliary atresia and primary sclerosing cholangitis.
I also read a lot of non-fiction and write about trying to figure out how to lead a meaningful life as a clinician.
Work as a clinician is challenging. Life can be complex. However, I believe that I can make a positive impact, though it will not be easy. At the same time, I want to have a life rich with joy and fulfillment. These are not new questions and I’m learning from others who have thought about these problems.
I read broadly on these topics and share summaries of the books. I also share my research, my own thoughts integrating these topics and resources that I hope will be of use to others.
Bio
I was born and lived on Guernsey until going to medical school at the University of Birmingham, where I graduated top of my year and with the Vice-Chancellor’s Award, the highest prize in the university. I have since worked as an NHS doctor in Leeds and Cambridge, training as a paediatrician. I undertook a Wellcome Trust funded PhD in Cambridge 2018-2021 and then moved to Birmingham for paediatric hepatology training in 2022. To date, I have published over 40 papers (H-index 22, as of March ’23).
In 2023 I was appointed as an NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer at the University of Birmingham; so I now spend 50% time doing clinical work and 50% doing research. I am working at the Centre for Liver Research to understand the cellular causes of inflammation and scarring in cholestatic liver diseases.
Starting in 2013, I have written and developed a programme of revision courses for medical students with One 2 One Medicine. I am a mentor for the Social Mobility Foundation and have taken the Giving What We Can pledge to donate >10% of my earnings to effective charities. I am a ultra-runner and live in Birmingham (UK) with my wife and two children.
P.s.
If you want to get in touch, just drop me an email or message on Twitter / Linkedin / Instagram. I’m always keen to support trainees interested in clinical-academic careers through one-off chats or mentoring long-term.