Lead NCHD Updates

National Lead NCHD Fellow 2025-2026 - Applications have closed

Applications for the role of National Lead NCHD Fellow 2025-2026 have now closed.

The fellowship offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership and management skills, oversee the Lead NCHD initiative and work with key stakeholders on initiatives designed to improve the NCHD experience. You will work with National Doctor’s Training and Planning (NDTP) for the duration of the Fellowship.

Speaking about the role, previous National Lead NCHD Dr Lenin Patrick Ekpotu shared: "Healthcare is evolving, and so must our leadership skills. The National Lead NCHD Fellowship offers a unique chance to develop essential leadership and management expertise, like stakeholder engagement, governance, and change management. Represent NCHDs at the highest levels and drive impactful initiatives with NDTP. Ready to lead the future of healthcare.”

For more information on the programme, watch this video to hear from previous National Lead NCHD Fellows.

Keep an eye on our social media in early 2026 to apply for the 2026/2027 fellowship

NCHD Newsletter

The National Lead NCHDs, Dr  Cara Gill and Dr Kathleen Mc Donnell, will issue monthly bulletin updates throughout the year. This bulletin will provide updates on training supports, scholarship opportunities, and other initiatives relevant to all NCHDs.