Congratulations go to Christine Brown who retired at the end of March after 20 years’ service.
Christine, who was the acute dietetic lead for NHS Lanarkshire and the team lead at University Hospital Hairmyres, was presented with the first ever Scottish Dietetic Leadership Network Service Recognition Award, in recognition of her dedication and length of service to the dietetic profession.
Christine’s dietetic career started in 1981 at Stobhill Hospital when she was employed as a basic grade, moving to a senior one renal post and then onto multiple sclerosis, where she undertook research projects in dementia and renal disease.
Christine joined University Hospital Wishaw in October 2001 as the dietetic lead, followed by the acute dietetic lead for the whole of Lanarkshire. She has always shown dedication and enthusiasm for dietetics.
Christine is married to Alan and has two sons, Fraser and Graeme, and two grandchildren, Molly (aged 4) and Cameron (aged 2). She lives with Alan in Motherwell along with their dog, Sam. In her spare time, Christine is actively involved with her local church, loves to sing and hill walk.
Hilary Pierce, advanced dietetic practitioner metabolic surgery and dietetic lead, Lanarkshire Weight Management Service, said: “Christine has been very committed to enhancing the role of nutrition and dietetics within NHS Lanarkshire and will be greatly missed by many.”
