MEMBER CEREMONIES 2026 16 January 2026|Afternoon Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester
The College Coat of Arms The elements of the College coat of arms are explained below: the owl is a symbol of wisdom. the shield, separated by a chevron, symbolises the roof of the house in which most general practice takes place. One side is white to represent day and the other black to represent night. The three spaces are occupied by a white poppy, signifying relief of pain and suffering; a gentian flower indicating medicine and the restorative and rehabilitative role of the GP; and, finally, the Greek lamp indicates the importance of study and research in the work of the College and links with the lamp of nursing.
the unicorn is adopted from the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries. the lynx is adopted from the arms of the Royal College of Surgeons. the gavel symbolises authority. the serpent is the ancient symbol of medicine.
The College arms were granted in 1961 by the College of Arms in England (a separate but almost identical coat of arms was approved by the Lord Lyon in Scotland).
It has incorporated the College arms and reflects the College blue of our modern logo. The President’s chain was gifted to the College in 1958. It is cast in 9-carat yellow and white gold and consists of a medallion of a white-gold poppy entwined with a yellow-gold foxglove and alternating with entwined serpents in white gold. The medallion of the College coat of arms was added in 1963.
The College motto Cum Scientia Caritas – compassion with knowledge.
Robes and insignia The current President’s gown was instigated in 2012 to mark the 60th anniversary of the College.
The Members’ gown is black with white facing. The Chair of Council wears a badge that incorporates the College arms with the names of all previous College Chairs on the ribbon in gold.
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The Royal Charter An organisation or other body can only be recognised as an independent legal entity if it has been granted either a Royal Charter or a Memorandum and Articles of Association by the Board of Trade. It would be fair to say that there was more than a little resistance to the formation of an independent college of general practitioners in the early 1950s – not least by the three London based medical royal colleges then in existence. In view of this, the College’s founders were advised to seek a Memorandum and Articles rather than a Royal Charter – as this was a process that was less likely to be challenged by others. Such Articles of Association were granted in 1952.
The plan had always been to apply for a Royal Charter and this was duly granted in 1967. It was formally presented to the College in 1972 when HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh became the College’s first royal president. In common with other Royal Charters, the charter is a vellum document with a large wax seal attached to it. It is a valuable document and is currently kept in the climate controlled college archives. It is only displayed on very special occasions.
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The College Mace
A mace is a longstanding tradition in British public life. It symbolises two ideas – firstly, the whole membership so that those at the meeting or body are reminded of their responsibility to all members; secondly, it is a symbol of authority so that those present are reminded of the importance of exercising their authority responsibly.
The College mace is made of silver and ebony. At its head sits an owl from the College coat of arms and at its base sits a Scottish thistle. The College motto is inscribed on a silver band midway down the shaft. It was gifted by members in Scotland in 1969 to mark the award of an honorary MD by Edinburgh University to Dame Annis Gillie who was then president of the College. As a result, it has traditionally been carried at ceremonial events by the chair of Scottish Council. It was designed by Mr Ian Davidson, then Director of the Jewellery and Silversmith Department at Edinburgh College of Art.
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Members’ and Fellows' Ceremony
Timings of the day Registration and refreshments
13:30
Gowning and photography
13:30
Members seated
15:00
Ceremony commences
15:30
Drinks reception
16:30
*Please note, entry may not be possible once the ceremony has commenced. We therefore kindly request that you be seated 15 minutes before the close of registration.
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Officers in attendance
Sir Sam Everington RCGP President
Dr Uwadiae ImaEdomwonyi RCGP North West England Faculty Chair
Dr Toyosi Adeniji RCGP Nationally elected First5 Chair
Dr Zubair Ahmad RCGP North West England Faculty Provost|
Professor Margaret Ikpoh RCGP Vice Chair Professional Standards, Training and Development
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President’s welcome Welcome to the Royal College of General Practitioners New Members’ and Fellows’ Ceremony.
Other parts of this booklet point out the role of your local Faculty, who have representatives who speak for members on Council, and guide the College on members’ needs. Please get involved.
A very big thank you to your families and colleagues who have supported you and now celebrate with you. The RCGP is your family, here to support you throughout life to fulfill your professional and personal ambitions – to have a happy and fulfilling career.
As President, I am elected to serve you. Please do come and say hello to me and our team.
Please remember today through the up and downs of life on your journey as a GP and family doctor, a career that to me has brought joy and purpose in life.
Being a GP is a vocation where interacting with the patient as a human being can matter as much to effective diagnosis and treatment as the technical knowledge. As our motto says, “knowledge and kindness”.
Today we formally welcome new Members and Fellows to the RCGP – congratulations for your amazing achievements.
Please use the RCGP as your friend and family throughout your life and don’t hesitate to contact me if I can be of help president@rcgp.org.uk
Please do use the opportunity to talk to any of our team about what help we can give you to develop your career further, or if you would like to be more involved in the College or just tell us what you think, so that we can better represent you.
Sir Sam Everington President, RCGP
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Faculty welcome Congratulations, on becoming a fully independent GP. This ceremony is a moment for you and your loved ones to honour this significant milestone. It’s a time to celebrate your achievements and reflect on the years of rigorous training, personal resilience, and dedication you’ve shown—especially during some of the NHS’s most challenging times.
Together as a board and community, we volunteer to deliver our key values: Develop, Connect, Represent, Celebrate. By joining us, you’ll amplify our impact: improving conditions for members, advocating for the profession, and redefining general practice. The North England region spans seven faculties— Yorkshire, South Yorkshire & North Trent, Humber and the Ridings, North East England, Mersey, and North West England —with over 12,000 RCGP members united in purpose. No matter where you are, there’s a place here for you.
The Royal College is your professional home. As a member, we’ll continue to provide the resources, guidance, and community you need to thrive. Whether it’s advancing your career, discovering the unique opportunities of general practice, sharing your successes, or accessing lifelong professional and personal support, we’re here to champion your journey.
Thank you for letting us share this day with you, your family and friends. We’re inspired by your achievements so far and excited to see what you’ll accomplish next. Together, we’ll continue shaping a brighter future for general practice.
Many of you will be part of our vibrant North England faculties, where you’ll connect with a network of passionate peers. Our Faculty Boards are driven by diverse voices—GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and professionals at every career stage, from medical students to seasoned Fellows. As local GPs ourselves, we’re committed to being your first point of contact, ensuring your needs and ideas shape our collective future.
Dr Uwadiae Ima-Edomwonyi RCGP North West England Faculty Chair
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NEW MEMBERS’ PRESENTATION
Abidemi Oluwatobi Taiwo
Akunna Emmanuel Ukakogu
Dr Taiwo is a dedicated salaried GP with special interest in steroid injections and minor surgical procedures. She expresses gratitude to her family and friends for their unwavering support.
Dr Ukakogu works as a salaried GP. He would like to dedicate this achievement to his family and thanks them for their immense support and understanding.
Almas Kashif
Adaobi Nwankwo-Ezika
Dr Kashif is grateful to her family for their support. She prays to continue serving her patients with dedication.
Dr Nwankwo-Ezika works as a GP and would like to thank her family, her Educational Supervisor, and all her Clinical supervisors who helped her grow into the doctor she is today.
Aluaye Andrew Enegbuma
Dr Okeleji works as a salaried GP. He would like to thank his family for their support.
Dr Enegbuma works as a salaried GP and is deeply grateful for guidance he received throughout his training. He extends heartfelt thanks to his family for their unwavering support and encouragement.
Adeola Sulaiman
Amalachukwu Ifeyinwa Nsofor
Adebisi Afeez Okeleji
Dr Nsofor is a salaried GP, passionate about quality patient care. She would like to thank her family, mentors, and extended family for their love and support.
Dr Sulaiman is deeply grateful to God for her journey. She thanks her family for their unwavering encouragement and her educational supervisor for their invaluable guidance.
Amanda Rizkalla
Adesewa Adebowale
Dr Rizkalla works as a GP. She would like to thank her family for their support.
Dr Adebowale is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care while cultivating thriving primary healthcare systems and advocating for a healthier work-life balance.
Ameer Hamza Dr Hamza is a GP who celebrates this milestone with his family, grateful for their love and support on this special day.
Ahmed Mohamed Hany Abdelaziz Salem Dr Salem works as a salaried GP. He would like to thank his family and mentors for their continuous help and support.
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Andrew O'Donnell
Aza Ahmed
Dr O'Donnell is a GP in Manchester, he honours his Mum who made every achievement possible, celebrates his husband for constant encouragement, and thanks Kim - who shared every study hour and exam, joining him in membership today.
Dr Ahmed works as a salaried GP. Becoming a GP has been deeply rewarding to her and a source of great pride. She would like to thank her family for their unwavering support.
Azeez Okusaga
Anisa Raza
Dr Okusaga would like to express heartfelt appreciation to his family for their unwavering support and encouragement.
Dr Raza believes being a GP is an honour and a privilege. She would like to thank her family for their ongoing support and understanding.
Aone Sethibe
Azman Halimi Ahmad
Dr Sethibe would like to thank her friends and family for their support.
Dr Ahmad would like to thank their friends and family for their support.
Asmaa Hussein
Barbara Exton
Dr Hussein is a salaried GP and would like to thank her family for their continuous support.
Dr Exton is a salaried GP with special interest in women's health, care of elderly, and mental health. She thanks her family for believing in her and supporting her childhood dream.
Ayesha Durrani Dr Durrani thanks her family for supporting her and making this dream a reality.
Benedict Braide Dr Braide considers being a GP a blessing. He would like to thank his family for enduring a difficult time and his Educational Supervisor for being a pillar of support.
Ayesha Mubarik Dr Mubarik works as a salaried GP and is currently doing a postgraduate diploma in clinical dermatology. She would like to dedicate this achievement to her family.
Bishma Saqib
Ayodeji Timothy Ebigbola
Dr Saqib works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her family and supervisors in supporting her to complete her training.
Dr Ebigbola works as a salaried GP. He would like to thank his family for their support.
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Charlotte Fiona
Emily Austin
Dr Gunson works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her family for all their support.
Dr Austin works as a GP with a commitment to compassionate and holistic patient care. She would like to thank her mentor, friends, and especially her family for their support.
Charlotte Victoria Stovell
Esther Omowumi Ige
Dr Stovell works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her family for all of their support, she wouldn't be where she is today without them.
Dr Ige works as a locum GP. She would like to thank her friends and family who supported her in this journey.
Christian Eziokwu Azike
Fahmida Rashid
Dr Azike works as a salaried GP with special interest in minor surgery and dermatology. He thanks his family and trainers for being supportive and patient.
Dr Rashid is a devoted mum and works as a salaried GP with special interest in medical education, who thanks her family for their support.
Chukwunwike Ernest Ifeabunike
Fatima Ammar Abdul-Latif
Dr Ifeabunike works as a GP and thanks his family for their unwavering support and constant love.
Dr Abdul-Latif works as a salaried GP and is proud to join the RCGP. She is deeply grateful to her family for their unwavering support and dedication throughout her journey.
David Nwinee
Gauri Gayashani Paliskara Paliskara Mudiyanselage
Dr Nwinee works as a salaried GP. He would like to express his gratitude to his family for their support.
Dr Mudiyanselage works as a salaried GP with special interest in dermatology. She would like to thank her family for their support.
Dokpe Ajinomisanghan Dr Ajinomisanghan works as a salaried GP and would like to thank his family, colleagues, and supervisor for their support.
Gayathri Priyadharshini Anantha Krishnan Dr Krishnan works as a salaried GP. She would like to extend gratitude to her family and mentors.
Ekomobong Mbon Dr Mbon is a salaried GP with a special interest in minor surgery and medical education. He warmly thanks his family for their unwavering support and his supervisor for their guidance.
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Hajar Binti Ku Yasin
Idaraesit Ndem
Dr Yasin works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her mentors and family for their support.
Dr Ndem works as a salaried GP. He would like to thank his family, friends, and supervisors for their support during his training.
Haleema Mahmood
Ifeoma Okeke
Dr Mahmood works as a salaried GP with a special interest in women's health. She would like to thank her family for their support.
Dr Okeke is grateful for how far she has come. She thanks her family and friends for their unwavering support throughout this journey.
Hammoud Akeel Dr Akeel is a salaried GP with a special interest in musculoskeletal medicine. He would like to thank his friends and family for their support.
Jaskiren Kaur Loyal Dr Loyal works as a salaried GP with a special interest in paediatrics. She would like to thank her mentor and family.
Hanna Nomani Dr Nomani works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her family and friends who have supported her through this journey.
Jibran Rasheed Dr Rasheed works as a salaried GP with special interest in rheumatology. He would like to his friends and family for their support.
Haya Naveen Dr Naveen is a locum GP who thanks her family for their steadfast love and support.
Joseph Ogundele
Heba Mohamed Saber Ibrahim Ahmed
Dr Ogundele works as a GP. He would like to thank his family and friends for their encouragement, which made this milestone possible.
Dr Ahmed works as a salaried GP with a special interest in women's health and menopause.
Henal Desai
Joshua Uzoigwe Joshua
Dr Desai works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her mentors, supervisors, colleagues, and especially her family for their continuous support and love.
Dr Uzoigwe is a salaried GP and approved GP trainer interested in medical education. He would like to thank his family and community for their support.
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Julie Willis
Kimran Sappal
Dr Willis works as a salaried GP and would like to thank her mentors, friends, and family for all their support.
Dr Sappal works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her family and friends for all their continued support over the years.
Kamran Uddin
Lamia Elhossiny Abdelfattah Ismail
Dr Uddin is a salaried GP with special interest in diabetes. He is also a clinical supervisor and would like to thank his family.
Dr Ismail works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors.
Kathy Ren
Lubna Ibrahim Siddiqui
Dr Ren is a GP currently developing a specialist interest in women's health and minor surgery. She is deeply grateful for her family and mentors.
Dr Siddiqui earned her MRCGP with a prestigious Gold Medal and completed her CCT in 2024. She expresses gratitude to her family, mentors, and friends for their unwavering support.
Katrina Alcala
Mahera Mobashara Alfaradhi
Dr Alcala works as a salaried GP and Trailblazer fellow with a special interest in health inequalities. She would like to give special thanks to her family.
Dr Alfaradhi works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her family for all their support.
Keleabetswe Pabale
Mariam Salako
Dr Pabale works as a GP. She is easing herself into practice and hopes to develop special interests in lifestyle medicine and women's health in due course.
Dr Salako thanks those who have kept her and surrounded her with love. She acknowledges with gratitude her family, friends, and wonderful colleagues for their support.
Kelly Patrick
Mariyam Almas Kaleem
Dr Patrick is a salaried GP. He would like to thank his family for their support.
Dr Kaleem works as a GP with a special interest in medical education and frailty. She is deeply grateful to all who have supported her, especially her family.
Kenechukwu Ibekwe
Mehreen Jabbar
Dr Ibekwe works as a locum GP. He would like to thank his trainers and his family for their enduring support and encouragement during his training.
Dr Jabbar works as a dedicated salaried GP. She is deeply grateful for her family's support and extends heartfelt thanks to her mentor.
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Mohamed Hossameldin Mohamed Balaha
Oluwaseun Margaret OkeAkinsusi
Dr Balaha is a salaried GP grateful for the unwavering love and support of his family throughout his journey.
Dr Oke-Akinsusi works as a GP with special interest in women's health. She would like to thank her trainer and family.
Muhammad Kamal
Osamuyi Igbinadolor
Dr Kamal works as a salaried GP and is starting a post-graduate certificate in medical education. He would like to thank his family and trainer for believing and supporting him.
Dr Igbinadolor works as a GP dedicated to delivering holistic, patient-centred care with a special interest in substance abuse. He is grateful to his family and fellow trainees.
Muhammad Salman Afsar
Pramit Dakshit
Dr Afsar works as a GP. He would like to thank his mentor and family for this achievement.
Dr Dakshit dedicates this achievement to his late family members. He thanks his family and friends for their unwavering support and guidance.
Nada Hassoon Priyanandini Rajaiah
Dr Hassoon works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her family for all their love, support, and encouragement throughout her medical training.
Dr Rajaiah is a GP who would like to thank her family for being supportive and encouraging throughout her training.
Nida Fatima Khan Rabia Khan
Dr Khan works as a GP with special interest in lifestyle medicine. She offers heartfelt thanks to her family and mentors who believed in her and helped shape the doctor she is today.
Dr Khan is a salaried GP with special interests in women's health and elderly medicine. She also serves as a care home GP and expresses gratitude to her family and mentors.
Ohiole Ahonsi Ayeni Ravi Sekhar Reddy Indluru
Dr Ayeni values faith, family, and freedom in delivering quality primary care with a focus on minor surgery and gastrointestinal medicine.
Dr Indluru works as a salaried GP with special interest in musculoskeletal conditions. He thanks his friends and family for their support.
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Richard Adebola
Saleena Bibi
Dr Adebola works as a salaried GP. He would like to express his gratitude to his family, whose unwavering love, support, and encouragement kept him going throughout this journey.
Dr Bibi is a GP who would like to thank her family for their unwavering love and support, they are her greatest strength.
Salma Bezouich Dr Bezouich's path to medicine has crossed languages, cultures, and borders. This moment reflects years of perseverance, learning, and growth, made possible by faith and the steadfast support of her parents, her husband, and her children.
Rida Hashmi Dr Hashmi proudly serves her local community as a GP. She would like to thank her family for their unwavering support, guidance, and belief throughout the years.
Samah Ali Saad Fadl Elmula Rowan Omar Osman
Dr Elmula dedicates this achievement to her family. She thanks her family for their unwavering support, encouragement, and love throughout this journey.
Dr Osman works as a salaried GP. She would like to thank her mentors and family for their unwavering support.
Savithry Kochukarottil Satishbabu
Saati Paul
Dr Satishbabu works as a salaried GP with a special interest in minor surgery. She would like to thank her family and mentor for their constant support.
Dr Paul is passionate about public health and the powerful role of primary care. She is proud to be receiving her membership alongside her father's Fellowship.
Sekinat Olabisi Abubakar Dr Abubakar is a salaried GP with a diverse career portfolio and interests in clinical supervision, women's health, and leadership. She is grateful to her family and colleagues for their continued support.
Vincent Thien Ninh Dr Ninh is especially grateful for his family's continued love and support and is honoured to dedicate this membership to them.
Seyi Michael Olayemi Sagheer Hanif
Dr Olayemi is a dedicated GP partner with a strong commitment to clinical education. He is a GP trainer and teaches medical students. He appreciates the support from his family.
Dr Hanif works as a salaried GP. He would like to thank his family and friends for all their support.
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Shashu Ekua Beedua Graves
Vision Jesuseime Ibhagbe-Ufuah
Dr Graves would like to thank their friends and family for their support.
Dr Ibhagbe-Ufuah works as a salaried GP. He dedicates this moment to his family for their unwavering love and sacrifice, and thanks his family and friends for their support.
Shih-Ting Chen Dr Chen is a part-time GP working in a care home project with interest in preventive medicine. She thanks her mentor, friends, and family for their invaluable support.
Walter Chibuike Umeukeje Dr Umeukeje is a portfolio GP who succeeded due to the unwavering support and encouragement from his family and supervisors.
Sium Ghebru
Wardah Ali
Dr Ghebru is a salaried GP with a focus on clinical education. He would like to thank his family for all the support provided.
Dr Ali is a salaried GP and looks forward to becoming a GP trainer. She is deeply grateful to her family for their unwavering love, guidance, and support.
Tasleema Begum
Wei Kok
Dr Begum would like to thank her family for the support they always provide her.
Dr Kok is a salaried GP who wishes to express sincere appreciation to his family for their steadfast support and motivation throughout his training.
Thomas Richard Wright Dr Wright is a GP with a special interest in sports and exercise medicine, working in primary care and in football. He would like to thank his family for all their support.
Yazdan Zargham Dr Zargham works as a salaried GP with a special interest in dermatology and minor operations. He would like to thank his family, friends, and colleagues.
Thron Miah
Yousef Majeed
Dr Miah works as a salaried GP with an interest in population health and tackling health inequalities. He would like to thank his family for all their love, patience, and support.
Dr Majeed works as a GP. He would like to thank his mentor and family for their continuous support.
Tolulope Felix Fadamiro Dr Fadamiro is a dedicated salaried GP recognised for his commitment to highquality patient care. He extends heartfelt thanks to his family for their unwavering support.
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FELLOWS’ PRESENTATION
Adam Mulla Dr Mulla works as a GP and is a Training Programme Director, Educator, Clinical Lead, and Appraiser. He is passionate about supporting the next generation of GPs and thanks his family.
Amal Chandra Paul Dr Paul is a GP passionate about reducing health inequalities. He would like to thank his family for their support.
Mohamed Iqbal Mansoor Dr Mansoor is a GP Partner and Children and young people’s asthma Lead in Humber and North Yorkshire. His Respire programme won the 2024 National GP Award for Long-Term Conditions. He thanks his mum and family for their support.
Yasmin Zaidy Dr Zaidy is a GP Partner in East Yorkshire with special interests in diabetes, lifestyle medicine and obesity management, contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion. She thanks her family for their support.
Rana Maqbool Ahmad Dr Ahmad is a GP partner with special interest in occupational medicine. He would like to thank his family for their sheer support and prayers.
Saravana Kannan Sundar Raj Dr Raj is a GP partner and GP trainer. He holds multiple diplomas and has special interest in medical education, frailty, and palliative care.
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