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Karen Ellison

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Karen Ellison

Ilkley and Wharfedale

Job role

Public Governor

Point of contact at the hospital

Email: anhsft.governors@nhs.net
Telephone: 01535 294540

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Professional background

Karen Ellison qualified as a doctor from Leeds University in 1987 and practiced Obstetrics and Gynaecology for 25 years in Leeds, but also Bradford, Halifax and Otley. Karen is now a medicolegal consultant assisting with complaints, inquests, disciplinary hearings, GMC investigations, negligence claims and public inquiries. Karen has a passionate belief in the ethos of the NHS free at the point of need and wants to see the NHS thrive for her community. Karen is currently the Lead Governor.