The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) clinicians – Dr Annabel Price, Dr Julius Essem, and Dr Muzaffer Kaser – have each received the honour.
Dr Price said: “I was inspired to apply for a fellowship because women don’t always put themselves forward for these sorts of awards, even when they are very well deserved.
“As a former college faculty chair, I wanted to apply and encourage women developing their careers in psychiatry.
“I’m delighted that Muzaffer and Julius have also been awarded fellowships in this round.
Dr Julius Essem (Image: Supplied)
“In CPFT I’m very lucky to work with such a talented and supportive group of colleagues.”
A consultant liaison psychiatrist with CPFT’s older people’s mental health service, Dr Price has led the development of psycho-oncology services, chaired the Royal College of Psychiatrists Liaison Psychiatry Faculty, and is committed to developing medical students and trainees in psychiatry.
Dr Kaser leads CPFT’s Staff Mental Health Service and has a mental health research leadership role with the NIHR East of England Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN).
He said: “I am delighted to be elected as a Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
“It is a great feeling to see that your endeavours are recognised by your professional organisation.”
Dr Annabel Price (Image: Supplied)
Dr Essem, an old age psychiatrist based at the Cavell Centre’s Maple Unit, has contributed to clinical training, service improvement, and research throughout his career.
He said: “It is an honour and privilege to be recognised by the College.
“I am humbled to share a stage with esteemed colleagues Annabel, Muzaffer, and other Fellows.”
Dr Cathy Walsh, medical director at CPFT, said: “It’s wonderful to see three highly regarded colleagues honoured in this way.
“and their Fellowships are well deserved for truly outstanding contributions and dedication.”