Alumni of Bolton School Girls’ Division were invited back to their former school to give their expert insight on the many careers available in the health service.

The panel included four old girls with who have benefitted from varied healthcare careers.

Queen’s Nurse Heather Henry, from the class of 1979, described herself as a health and social entrepreneur, an innovator, a health policy influencer, and published writer.

Sheila Fisher, from the class of 1970, has enjoyed her medical career and holds degrees in both dentistry and medicine.

She said that her time at Bolton School taught her that “we can do anything if we have the determination and energy”.

Pharmacist Thorrun Govind, from the class of 2010, studied at the school from the infant school through to sixth form.

She advised that studying for a career in healthcare is not easy and that it will definitely push you, but that you will build up resilience along the way.

And Susannah Penney, from the class of 1993, introduced herself as consultant head, neck and thyroid surgeon at the University of Manchester’s NHS Foundation Trust.

Susannah told how there is a wide range of roles in the NHS and something for every personality type.

“The insightful presentation drew on the speakers’ varied and extensive experience and focused on the opportunities and challenges available to those considering a career in the health sector,” a Bolton School spokesperson said.

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