Fiona Caldicott
Psychiatrist and psychotherapist
Born
Died
2021
5 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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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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