Dr Colin Clelland - Chairman

Since qualifying as a pathologist in 1986 Colin has held appointments in numerous pathology laboratories in the UK. In 1988 a grant from the British Lung Foundation financed a position as Research Registrar at Papworth Hospital, which fostered an enduring interest in Cardiopulmonary Histology. Several publications during the 1990s reflected his diagnostic work refining the pathological diagnosis of lung cancer and mesothelioma.
Throughout his career, participation in clinical research has been a focus of activity. Current research includes:
'Changes in the composition of the aortic wall of non-pulsatile circulation in patients with left ventricular assist devices' - Mr S Westaby, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, John Radcliffe Hospital.
'Cellular changes in the pleural fluid of patients with malignant pleural effusion treated by chemical pleuradesis' - Dr R Davies, Respiratory Physician.
Outside normal duties, Colin has been involved in devising national guidelines as part of a guideline development group - the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) to include guidelines for "The Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer" - and the British Thoracic Society's "Guidelines for Radiological Lung Biopsy". Colin also has experience in workforce planning, writing business plans and has attended media training. He Chairs the Cytology Advisory Group for Cervical Screening and the Departmental Cytology Management Groups.
Currently, Colin is responsible for reporting gynaecological, respiratory and cardiothoracic histopathology and cytopathology specimens. He is a member of the Pathology IT Planning Group and is the Educational Supervisor for one of the trainees in his department. He was Director of the Oxford Cytology Training School from 2002 - 2004 and oversaw the refurbishment of new accommodation for the school.

Interests: Sports including sprint triathlon: he has recently competed in the London, South Coast and Stratford Sprint Triathlon events. He also enjoys computing, digital still, and digital video photography.