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Dorota Ferguson

    • About Me:

      Privately:
      Married to Ray, a mother to two wonderful children.
      Regularly runs, swims, cycles and practices yoga and boxing. Avid reader
      Professionally:
      Clinical Scientist, Chartered Scientist, Medical Physics Expert, Radioactive Waste Adviser, Fitness to Practice member and Occupational Assessor.

      A link between the science and medicine in nuclear medicine, PET and Radiopharmaceutical production field.

       

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      The greatest joy for me is the time spent with my family. I also love running, boxing, yoga…. and reading (strange mix, I know!)

    • My Work:

      Clinical Scientist working in Nuclear Medicine Field.
      Use of radiation for the diagnosis and treatment.
      Control of radioactive substances to protect people and the environment

      I investigate and introduce methods of creating pictures of human body using radioactive substances. I test imaging equipment and set it up for the use, and then analyse the pictures. I keep an eye on the radioactive substances used in the department to make sure they are stored securely and do not fall into the wrong hands.

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      I am a part of a team, who uses knowledge, expertise and skills to help patients.

      We research, develop and introduce new techniques and procedures, and the required equipment. We want to help prevent and diagnose diseases/illness, and help to choose the best treatment options.

      The best thing about my job is being a part of the team, who makes a hospital a better place for patients and their families. I can also connect with specialist around the world! The best reward for my work is the smile of happy patients and their families

    • My Typical Day:

      I wake up at 5 am and spend my first 30 minutes reading with a delicious cup of coffee.

      Around 7:30am I wake up my children and we prepare for school.

      My work day starts around 8-8:30; everyday is different but always full of exciting work.

      I am back home around d4-4:30 and prepare dinner when my husband and children work on the school assignments.

      my favourite time of the day is dinner, when we can sit together and talk about our day

       

    • What I'd do with the prize money:

      I have not thought about it, really….

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    • Qualifications:

      Masters degree in Physics

      Master Degree in Marketing and Management

      Bachelor Degree in Economics

      Bachelor degree in Chemistry

      Registered Clinical Scientist

      Chartered Scientist

      ILM Level in Coaching

      ILM Level 5 in Leadership and Management

      Certified Medical Physics Expert

      Certified Radioactive Waste Adviser

       

    • Work History:

      My first job was a store assistant selling spices.

      Now I am a Clinical Scientist working in Nuclear Medicine field.

      In between Istudied and worked as an Assistant Account in a  computer shop

    • Current Job:

      Clinical Scientist

    • Employer:

      NHS

    • My Interview

      • How would you describe yourself in 3 words?

        Always do your best

        What did you want to be after you left school?

        Brain Surgeon

        Were you ever in trouble at school?

        Never! I am A scientist after all!

        Who is your favourite singer or band?

        don't really have one, but i like jazz music

        What's your favourite food?

        the one that is cooked for me (i am not a great fun of cooking myself)

        Tell us a joke.

        I made a joke - but had no reaction! (chemist humour)

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