About us
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.
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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.
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.
Upcoming events
20 October 2026
Intercultural Communication Skills for GPS
A multicultural workplace is enriching but it can also bring its own communication challenges. This highly practical and thought-provoking workshop provides the opportunity to explore these challenges and to develop strategies that facilitate clearer communication. The workshop is aimed at GPs who work in culturally and linguistically diverse settings and are keen to improve communication with patients and/or colleagues. The workshop will offer support for both GPs who are English speaking and GPs who speak English as an additional language. Whether you're navigating idioms, accents or cultural cues, this workshop is designed with you in mind. If English isn't your first language, you'll find practical tools to help overcome common barriers and grow in confidence when communicating with patients and peers.
21 October 2026
10 Ways to Boost your Mental Health
Join the Resilient Practice team to learn about 10 evidence-based ways to boost and maintain your mental wellbeing.
22 October 2026
The RCGP 1-day SCA preparation course
This SCA preparation course is designed to help ST3s who are preparing to sit their SCA examination. The day will involve our lead facilitator showing you how to structure and manage your consultations to give you the best possible chance of success in the SCA exam.
22 October 2026
Minor Surgery Skills | Joint Injections | Harrogate
This highly practical, joint injection course is aimed at those working with musculoskeletal patients who would like to improve their assessment, diagnosis and management of the conditions, including the role of, the theory behind and practical use of corticosteroid joint and soft tissue injections. The course is suitable for all skill levels.
Meet your faculty
Faculty Officers
Dr Hisham Nobeebaccus - Chair
Dr Laura Douglas - Deputy Chair and Council Representative
Dr Pavan Tandon - 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
- Dr Joseph Wall - 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 David Rose
- Dr John Reay - LCARM Lead
- Dr Laura Douglas - First5 Lead
- Dr Alex Abel - GP registrar rep
- Dr Idowu Oladigbo - GP registrar rep
- Dr John Okocha - GP registrar rep
- Dr Eman Shamsaee - GP registrar Lead
Contact us
RCGP Humber and the Ridings Faculty Office
Telephone: 07464498887
Email: humber@rcgp.org.uk
Your local Faculty Administrator is Libby Ramsden
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