Job Description
The post will have a specific focus on Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation with a view to develop and enhance skills and competencies of the candidate in accordance with the FACT-JACIE accreditation standards. While this position does not attract a National Training Number, it should be regarded as an opportunity to allow the candidate to develop supervised specialist experience in Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and cellular therapy at one of the leading tertiary transplant centres. The post would be invaluable for candidates who wish to develop a specialised interest in Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Haemato-oncology prior to, or following completion of Specialist Training in Haematology (UK) or equivalent qualifications worldwide.
The transplant team at Kings provides one of the largest services for adult stem cell transplantation in the UK. This includes both autologous and allogeneic transplantation for a range of haematological malignancies with a specialist interest in myeloid disorders and bone marrow failure syndromes. In addition, the department has established a programme for autologous transplantation for autoimmune disorders and in collaboration with the sickle cell team across KHP is leading the development of a sickle cell transplant programme for adult patients.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Victoria Potter Job title: Consultant Haematologist-Transplant Director Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 0203299 5065