Meet the team

Having worked within the cancer family history service for the last 5 years and the trust for over 27 years, I am now the lead for the cancer family history service.

My nursing career began in the late 1990s and the most rewarding aspect for me is the ability to create a meaningful connection with my patients.

Family histories can be complicated, however, as health professionals, she believes that they have often gathered information at appointments, their bedside, in their home or even preparing them for surgery, they will already be sharing their health, and their loved ones. 

It is the significance of these conversations which she believes can help with cancer surveillance, reducing risks and early detection.

Since joining the trust in 2013 as an operating department practitioner, Elizabeth has worked across critical care services.

She joined the cancer family history service in 2023. Her role involves providing a risk assessment for family members and access to appropriate early screening and possible genetic testing. 

Elizabeth also provides education and support to clinical areas regarding genetic testing, gene faults and referral into the service.

She also offers education and support to clinical areas regarding genetic testing, gene faults and referral into the service.

Jackie offers support and advice to families affected by cancer.

She works with families to build and investigate family histories and leads the admin section, offering support to the staff and addressing inquiries from health professionals and patients.

Tracy is the newest member of the team. Whilst she may be new to the trust, Tracy possesses an extensive knowledge of administration skills that spans over three decades. In her role, she will facilitate the referral process and assist with administration tasks that are critical to a smooth and seamless administration pathway.

Tracy's administration background includes working in the social care and charity sectors, offering multiple services to families in the community.