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Expert of The Month
A showcase of one of our experts
Dr Simon Midgley
D. Clin. Psych., Bsc. (Hons), Dip. Cog. Ther., CPsychol
- Areas Covered:
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Sunderland
- Leeds
About the Expert
Dr Simon Midgley graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2001 with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
After graduating, Dr Midgley initially worked in primary care in the NHS before spending four years with the international medical aid organisation Medicines Sans Frontiers (MSF). During this time Dr Midgley worked in Colombia, Pakistan, Myanmar, Bangladesh and Papua New Guinea where he managed psychological teams working in war zones and areas of natural disaster.
Since then, Dr Midgley has worked in a variety of roles including –
- In research following the Omaha bombing in Northern Ireland in 1998, resulting in Dr Midgley’s special interest in psychological trauma.
- With the police since 2010 supporting officers in high-risk roles.
- With elite level athletes, resulting in a special interest in sports performance and anxiety.
Outside of work, Dr Midgley is a keen sportsman. Since a young age, he played ice hockey, although, sadly, had to retire due to the long list of injuries. He recently competed in the Helvellyn Triathlon which is considered one of the toughest triathlons in the UK.
Dr Midgley started Expert Witness work in 2013 and completes around 500 reports each year.
Dr Midgley provides clinics in Leeds, Newcastle and Sunderland.
HKA's expert witness directory covers 125 clinics across the UK, so it's easy to access them and get the psychological and orthopaedic report that you need. We hold every expert to the highest standards, so you'll always feel safe, comfortable and cared for.
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HKA's expert witness directory covers 125 clinics across England and Wales, so it's easy to access them and get the psychological and orthopaedic report that you need. We hold every expert to the highest standards, so you'll always feel safe, comfortable and cared for.
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Testimonial: Agents & Solicitors
"The fees are very competitive for reports and there is a good spread of experts across the country. The staff seem very organised and are always very helpful. I shall continue to use this company and am happy with the service they provide."Catherine Thorkildsen, Absolute Medicals
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