Fiona Caldicott

Psychiatrist and psychotherapist

Fiona Caldicott - Psychiatrist and psychotherapist
Born

January 12th, 1941
84 years ago

Died

2021
4 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Became a prominent figure in psychiatry and psychotherapy, focusing on mental health ethics and the use of personal health information. Played a key role in the development of privacy safeguarding in the NHS and contributed significantly to the field of medical ethics. Served as the first National Director for Health Informatics at NHS England and has also been involved in various educational and advisory roles relating to mental health practices.

Developed frameworks for patient privacy in health informatics

Served as National Director for Health Informatics at NHS England

Contributed to mental health ethics discussions

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