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Asia Awal

Position: EDI Chair

Who am I?

I am senior Clinical Physiologist/Clinical Scientist at Glenfield Hospital, UHL trust in Leicester. I started my career in 2013 as a student Respiratory and sleep Physiologist and worked at various respiratory physiology departments in Nuneaton, Derby and Burton before moving to my current place of work.

I also have a background in respiratory research working at the prestigious centre NIHR centre in Leicester.

I enjoy working in fast pace environments and I have been very lucky to work with many inspirational people over the years.

A bit about me

I am passionate about promoting, diversifying and expanding the workforce. I try to do this by attending local and national events to talk about Respiratory Physiology. I regularly assess spirometry portfolios and contribute to EPA assessments for the National School of Healthcare Science. I also strongly believe in promoting STEM as a female and encourage others to do so.

My main qualities are attention detail and adaptability. I like to review and consider information in making right decisions. I love having a chat with patient’s, which means actively listening to patients and understanding them better.

Out of work I love hosting and entertaining parties and this root back to my background of being Bangladeshi. I am passionate about giving back to the community and work with local schools and charities.

What would you like to achieve in your new role?

ARTP is a great organisation and have made some great, forward-thinking changes over the years. My role as the ED&I chair, I plan to support and develop our profession to ensure we promote inclusive culture and foster an environment where diversity is celebrated.