13/03/2026
This week marks , highlighting those who work behind-the-scenes contributing to diagnostics, innovation, and patient care. Today we hear from Dr Kaur, a Consultant Haematologist at the L&D:
“My dad was a GP, and together with my ability in the sciences, this inspired me from a young age to become a doctor. I have now worked for the NHS for over 20 years!
“Being a Haematologist means not just managing patients clinically, but also being involved in diagnostics. To review a sample under a microscope, or interpret molecular diagnostics prior to meeting the patient, and to merge both the clinical and laboratory sciences, makes it the most interesting of the medical specialities (in my biased opinion).
“In recent years, we have seen many new treatments emerging. With the use of molecular diagnostics, we can detect diseases at the cellular level, allowing for early treatment. Bleeding disorders such as Haemophilia have seen major advances, so that many of our patients are cured, or are living free from significant symptoms.
“I really enjoy teaching new team members, chemotherapy nurses, and doctors as part of the Trust’s education programme. It makes me proud is seeing so many of our resident doctors choosing to pursue a career in Haematology due to their experience within our department.”
