Catherine Calderwood
Catherine Calderwood
Catherine Calderwood (pronunciation: /ˈkæθrɪn ˈkɔːldərwʊd/) is a prominent figure in the field of medicine and public health. She is best known for her role as the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland from 2015 to 2020.
Etymology
The name Catherine is of Greek origin, derived from the word katharos meaning pure. Calderwood is a Scottish surname, originating from the Calderwood area in Lanarkshire, Scotland.
Career
Catherine Calderwood is a qualified obstetrician and gynaecologist, having trained at the University of Cambridge and the University of Glasgow. She has held several key positions in the field of women's health, including the Director of Maternity Services at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
In 2015, Calderwood was appointed as the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland, a role she held until 2020. During her tenure, she was instrumental in implementing several public health policies and initiatives, including the Realistic Medicine approach to healthcare.
Related Terms
- Obstetrics: The branch of medicine and surgery concerned with childbirth and the care of women giving birth.
- Gynaecology: The medical practice dealing with the health of the female reproductive system.
- Public Health: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts of society.
- Realistic Medicine: An approach to healthcare that aims to put the person receiving health and care at the centre of decision-making and create a personalised approach to their care.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Catherine Calderwood
- Wikipedia's article - Catherine Calderwood
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