Ashley James Medical Appoints Dr Catherine Grant as Chief Medical Officer

Image: Dr Catherine Grant (MBChB MRCGP DFFP DRCOG DWH DipDerm)

Ashley James Medical appoints Dr Catherine Grant as Chief Medical Officer, strengthening clinical governance, leadership, and patient-centred care standards.

Ashley James Medical is proud to announce the appointment of Dr Catherine “Kate” Grant as our new Chief Medical Officer (CMO), marking a significant milestone in the continued development of our clinical governance and leadership structure.

Dr Grant brings over 30 years of extensive clinical experience as a General Practitioner, with a highly accomplished portfolio spanning primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, and clinical education. Since 2018, she has further strengthened her expertise within emergency department settings, where she manages undifferentiated acute presentations across all age groups, and she currently practices full-time within an emergency department.

Her clinical approach is defined by compassionate, patient-centred care, supported by evidence-based practice and exceptional clinical judgement developed through decades of frontline experience. Dr Grant’s background includes work across hospital medicine, general practice, out-of-hours services, and locum roles, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of patient pathways across the healthcare system.

In addition to her broad generalist expertise, Dr Grant brings valuable specialist experience in:

• Sexual health services

• Substance misuse (drugs and alcohol)

• Homeless healthcare

• Early cancer detection pathways

Her postgraduate qualifications include diplomas in:

• Obstetrics and Gynaecology (DRCOG)

• Dermatology (DipDerm)

• Reproductive Healthcare (DFFP)

• Women’s Health (DWH)

Beyond clinical practice, Dr Grant has made a sustained contribution to medical education and professional development. She has spent over nine years as a producer and content creator for a widely recognised international podcast in internal medicine and primary care, and is actively involved in research and development within medical simulation training.

Strengthening Clinical Governance at Ashley James Medical

In her role as Chief Medical Officer, Dr Grant provides strategic clinical leadership and oversight across the organisation. She leads the Clinical Governance Team (CGT), ensuring that Ashley James Medical continues to operate to the highest standards of clinical safety, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.

Her responsibilities include:

• Oversight and approval of clinical policies and procedures

• Governance of medication procurement and prescribing frameworks

• Supporting continuous quality improvement through audit, feedback, and learning

• Strengthening organisational alignment with national clinical standards and best practice

This appointment reinforces Ashley James Medical’s commitment to delivering clinician-led, governance-driven care, ensuring that every aspect of our service is underpinned by robust clinical oversight and accountability.

A Strategic Milestone for Ashley James Medical

The appointment of Dr Grant represents a key step forward in the company’s growth, particularly as Ashley James Medical continues to expand its services across event medical cover, public venues, private clients, and specialist clinical environments.

With Dr Grant’s leadership, the organisation is exceptionally well-positioned to:

• Enhance clinical governance frameworks

• Support future regulatory progression, including CQC readiness

• Maintain the highest standards of patient care across all operational settings

Ashley James Medical welcomes Dr Catherine Grant to the team and looks forward to the expertise, leadership, and clinical excellence she brings to the organisation.