Mark
@medic-m-a-c.bsky.social
SAS Anaesthetist/Intensivist with side hustles involving helicopters, wearing green and watching horses jump over stuff. Runner, afol, eternal volunteer 🏳️🌈
Is there anything better than watching people you care about achieve success in the things that they've worked hard on? It fills my heart with joy 😊
November 17, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Is there anything better than watching people you care about achieve success in the things that they've worked hard on? It fills my heart with joy 😊
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I guess friendly reminder needed that November exists and under no circumstances is it Christmas yet
November 3, 2025 at 9:54 AM
I guess friendly reminder needed that November exists and under no circumstances is it Christmas yet
Sunday has been pretty perfect
November 2, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Sunday has been pretty perfect
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Just recorded a talk for a webinar this week.
There was a time I gave a SAS careers talk every couple of weeks. I chalked up 30 one year, which now seems bonkers.
Alternative career pathways still need parity of esteem folks, even if I say it slightly less often than I used to.
#SASsix
There was a time I gave a SAS careers talk every couple of weeks. I chalked up 30 one year, which now seems bonkers.
Alternative career pathways still need parity of esteem folks, even if I say it slightly less often than I used to.
#SASsix
November 1, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Just recorded a talk for a webinar this week.
There was a time I gave a SAS careers talk every couple of weeks. I chalked up 30 one year, which now seems bonkers.
Alternative career pathways still need parity of esteem folks, even if I say it slightly less often than I used to.
#SASsix
There was a time I gave a SAS careers talk every couple of weeks. I chalked up 30 one year, which now seems bonkers.
Alternative career pathways still need parity of esteem folks, even if I say it slightly less often than I used to.
#SASsix
Crazy weather makes me do crazy things
October 22, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Crazy weather makes me do crazy things
These autumn morning runs are getting a bit fresh but the conditions can make for some wonderful views
October 12, 2025 at 9:54 AM
These autumn morning runs are getting a bit fresh but the conditions can make for some wonderful views
I love my portfolio career - don't let anyone ever tell you that the only way to be happy in medicine is to jump on the treadmill to consultant jobs!
Day four of #SASWeek25 🥳
"I think it's really important that people recognise that SAS careers are a viable alternative to the standard training pathway"
📽️ Hear why Mark chose the SAS path below
"I think it's really important that people recognise that SAS careers are a viable alternative to the standard training pathway"
📽️ Hear why Mark chose the SAS path below
October 9, 2025 at 11:16 AM
I love my portfolio career - don't let anyone ever tell you that the only way to be happy in medicine is to jump on the treadmill to consultant jobs!
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Calling all SAS, LED & IMG #doctors, for far too long your roles have been undervalued
Do you need a sense of belonging?
We support #SASsix calls for change and as the #HospitalDoctorsUnion, we can influence as our membership grows
Be part of that change & join us #SAScampaign @sascollective.com
Do you need a sense of belonging?
We support #SASsix calls for change and as the #HospitalDoctorsUnion, we can influence as our membership grows
Be part of that change & join us #SAScampaign @sascollective.com
Great to see support growing for the #SASsix initiative. HCSA is proud to have been the first organisation to formally support this campaign and we continue to stand with other supporting organisations to support the SAS Six campaign. The #HospitalDoctorsUnion - working together to create change.
September 26, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Calling all SAS, LED & IMG #doctors, for far too long your roles have been undervalued
Do you need a sense of belonging?
We support #SASsix calls for change and as the #HospitalDoctorsUnion, we can influence as our membership grows
Be part of that change & join us #SAScampaign @sascollective.com
Do you need a sense of belonging?
We support #SASsix calls for change and as the #HospitalDoctorsUnion, we can influence as our membership grows
Be part of that change & join us #SAScampaign @sascollective.com
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Mark vs cyclist - still managed to finish my half, although the unintended break at 18km ruined my pace somewhat
October 7, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Mark vs cyclist - still managed to finish my half, although the unintended break at 18km ruined my pace somewhat
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It’s the start of #SASWeek25 🎉
Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.
Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.
October 6, 2025 at 9:42 AM
It’s the start of #SASWeek25 🎉
Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.
Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.
Night shifts do have their moments of magic
October 5, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Night shifts do have their moments of magic
Did I think I knew better than the weather forecast and go for a run when the winds were at their most blowy? Why don't we ask my bruised face 😭
October 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Did I think I knew better than the weather forecast and go for a run when the winds were at their most blowy? Why don't we ask my bruised face 😭
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The @rcoanews.bsky.social were kind enough to ask me to write an article about "lessons learned from SAS leadership". I hope they don't mind me sharing it here.
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Lessons learned from SAS leadership
Dr Robert James Fleming from Sherwood Forest Hospitals reflects on his career to date and all the lessons he's learned along his journey.
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October 2, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The @rcoanews.bsky.social were kind enough to ask me to write an article about "lessons learned from SAS leadership". I hope they don't mind me sharing it here.
rcoa.ac.uk/bulletin/aut...
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First of the month, first half marathon distance 🏃🏃🏃
October 2, 2025 at 8:41 AM
First of the month, first half marathon distance 🏃🏃🏃
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Applications for Future leaders in anaesthesia open today!
Find out more about our new funded leadership development programme designed in partnership with @bayesbchool.bsky.social for Resident Doctors, SAS Doctors/NCHDs, and early-career Consultants 👉 buff.ly/lF6rBLN
Find out more about our new funded leadership development programme designed in partnership with @bayesbchool.bsky.social for Resident Doctors, SAS Doctors/NCHDs, and early-career Consultants 👉 buff.ly/lF6rBLN
October 1, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Applications for Future leaders in anaesthesia open today!
Find out more about our new funded leadership development programme designed in partnership with @bayesbchool.bsky.social for Resident Doctors, SAS Doctors/NCHDs, and early-career Consultants 👉 buff.ly/lF6rBLN
Find out more about our new funded leadership development programme designed in partnership with @bayesbchool.bsky.social for Resident Doctors, SAS Doctors/NCHDs, and early-career Consultants 👉 buff.ly/lF6rBLN
And just like that, September is over. I really need this year to slow down a bit - I'm having a hard time keeping up!
September 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
And just like that, September is over. I really need this year to slow down a bit - I'm having a hard time keeping up!
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Appalled by the violent scenes of police being attacked at the Tommy Robinson rally today. Those responsible should face the full force of the law.
These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.
These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.
September 13, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Appalled by the violent scenes of police being attacked at the Tommy Robinson rally today. Those responsible should face the full force of the law.
These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.
These far right thugs do not speak for Britain.
Finding out that a surgeon you have real respect for already is a quiet trans ally making the world better one gender affirming surgery at a time is such a genuinely lovely thing 🏳️⚧️ #transrightsarehumanrights
August 7, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Finding out that a surgeon you have real respect for already is a quiet trans ally making the world better one gender affirming surgery at a time is such a genuinely lovely thing 🏳️⚧️ #transrightsarehumanrights
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Starting CT1 this week? Welcome to #TeamAnaesthesia
We’re here to support you throughout your training and beyond.
Here are some useful resources to help you in the first few months🧵
We’re here to support you throughout your training and beyond.
Here are some useful resources to help you in the first few months🧵
August 6, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Starting CT1 this week? Welcome to #TeamAnaesthesia
We’re here to support you throughout your training and beyond.
Here are some useful resources to help you in the first few months🧵
We’re here to support you throughout your training and beyond.
Here are some useful resources to help you in the first few months🧵
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Skegness, one of your absolute finest people right here. Buy her a drink whenever you see her.
July 27, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Skegness, one of your absolute finest people right here. Buy her a drink whenever you see her.
My new running vest is boss 🦕🦖
July 25, 2025 at 8:21 PM
My new running vest is boss 🦕🦖
A week of long days covering the CEPOD list is wearing thin...
July 24, 2025 at 3:41 PM
A week of long days covering the CEPOD list is wearing thin...
Getting out in the fresh air at the moment is very much like playing with fire - will I come back sunburned or soaked to the skin? Only the weather gods really know
July 16, 2025 at 5:35 AM
Getting out in the fresh air at the moment is very much like playing with fire - will I come back sunburned or soaked to the skin? Only the weather gods really know