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Biography
Kate joined the school of medicine as a lecturer in medical education in 2026 with a focus on clinical skills, clinical presentations and assessment.
Kate is an ST5 resident anaesthetist in London with a strong interest in medical education, simulation and the development of compassionate, resilient doctors.
Alongside her clinical training, Kate has developed extensive experience in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. She previously worked as a Clinical Teaching Fellow, gaining experience in curriculum development, small-group teaching, simulation and assessment. She is also a Director of the Imperial Novice Course in Anaesthesia, supporting the development of early-stage anaesthesia trainees through practical, engaging and clinically relevant teaching.
Kate holds a PG Cert in medical education and HFEA accreditation. She is currently a member of the item writing group with the Medical Schools Council contributing to SBA writing and development for the MS-AKT.
She is passionate about making medical education authentic, engaging and relevant to clinical practice. Her educational interests include simulation, assessment, resilience and professionalism, with a particular focus on developing doctors who are clinically capable, compassionate and well equipped to navigate the challenges of medicine.
Kate is committed to developing the next generation of doctors and to contributing to innovative, evidence-based medical education alongside her clinical career.
Outside of work Kate likes to swim, cycle and run around the local parks and rivers. She also enjoys reading and listening to live music.
To contact Kate, please email: kate.barrett@stmarys.ac.uk
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Research profile
Qualifications & accreditations
- BMBCh, Oxford 2012
- MA (Oxon)
- MRCP
- FRCA
- PGcert in medical education from City St Georges University 2024
- Fellow of Advance HE
- Resuscitation council ALS instructor
- Medical School Council IWG member
- Director of Imperial Novice Anaesthetic Course
Membership of professional bodies
- Royal College of Anaesthetists
- BMA