Andrew Goddard
Andrew Goddard
Andrew Goddard (pronunciation: An-drew God-dard) is a notable figure in the field of medicine.
Etymology
The name 'Andrew' is of Greek origin, derived from the word 'Andreas', which means 'manly' or 'brave'. 'Goddard' is an English surname, originating from the Old English 'Godhard', meaning 'good hardy'.
Biography
Andrew Goddard is a British physician who is known for his significant contributions to the field of gastroenterology. He is the president of the Royal College of Physicians (RCP), a role he assumed in 2018. Prior to this, he served as the RCP's registrar from 2014 to 2018.
Goddard's medical career began after he graduated from the University of Nottingham in 1988. He then trained in Nottingham, Birmingham, and Leicester, specializing in gastroenterology. His research interests include liver disease and nutrition.
Related Terms
- Gastroenterology: The branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders.
- Royal College of Physicians: A British professional body dedicated to improving the practice of medicine, chiefly through the accreditation of physicians by examination.
- Liver Disease: A type of damage to or disease of the liver.
- Nutrition: The science that interprets the nutrients and other substances in food in relation to maintenance, growth, reproduction, health and disease of an organism.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Andrew Goddard
- Wikipedia's article - Andrew Goddard
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