Liz O’Brien Prize: supporting the next generation of doctors
Each year, the Liz O’Brien Prize recognises outstanding students on the Graduate Entry Medicine (GEM) course who show exceptional promise and commitment. For recipients past and present, the prize has made a lasting impact, providing not only financial support but also a meaningful vote of confidence during their clinical studies.
Below, several recipients reflect on their journeys and share how the prize has helped shape their medical careers.
Zoe Vincent (2023–24)
Since receiving the prize, Zoe has found herself increasingly drawn to acute general medicine. She recently published a narrative review on endometriosis in Fertility & Sterility Reviews and completed an Academic Special Interest Project on drug-related mortality in the UK.
‘Please do pass on my heartfelt thanks to Liz O’Brien for her generosity and continued support of students.’
Alex Bampton (2022–23)
Alex recently completed his fifth-year exams and is preparing for qualification. With a PhD in neurodegenerative disease, he is especially drawn to neurology and hopes to combine clinical work with academic research.
‘It’s been a thoroughly enjoyable journey. I’m incredibly grateful to have received this scholarship.’
Isabelle Rocroi (2021–22)
Isabelle will soon begin Foundation Training in Devon, with interests in Anaesthetics, Internal Medicine and Radiology.
‘The Liz O’Brien Prize came at a critical time and affirmed my passion for clinical medicine.’
Adam Bush (2021–22)
Adam is in his final year and has developed a strong interest in paediatrics.
‘Working directly with patients has been inspiring and empowering. Thank you for supporting students like myself. One day I hope to do the same.’
Dr Michael Stephanou (2020–21)
Michael graduated with distinction and is now an Academic Foundation Doctor in Cambridge. His role combines clinical practice with radiology research at Addenbrooke’s Hospital.
‘I’m very grateful for Liz’s support. It’s helped me on an exciting and competitive path.’
Dr Hannah Chase (2018–19)
Hannah is now a Teaching Associate at Green Templeton, supporting students on clinical placements at Great Western Hospital. Alongside her GP training, she is also a national advocate for planetary health in medical education. Winner of the ASME New Leader Award, she continues to influence medical curricula nationally.
Dr Gareth Watson (2017–18)
Following training at King’s and Croydon hospitals, Gareth has completed an academic fellowship and is now an internal medicine trainee.
‘It was a very formative time at GTC. I’ve really enjoyed teaching students and may pursue a career in medical education.’
Dr Anjan Nibber (2017–18)
Anjan is training in histopathology at Oxford University Hospitals.
Dr Vanessa Lythe and Dr Nick Yapp (2016–17)
They are both working in hospital medicine, including at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge.
A Legacy of Support
Since 2016, the Liz O’Brien Prize has supported some of the most talented and compassionate future doctors from Green Templeton’s graduate medical programme. Many have gone on to train at leading NHS trusts and take up academic and teaching roles that will shape the future of medicine.
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