300 Faces of Edinburgh Medical School

I was recently invited to the ‘300 Faces of Edinburgh Medical School’ launch event. Marking the 300th anniversary of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Edinburgh, this exhibition celebrates the people who have made inspirational contributions to the school.

I am honoured, elated, and humbled to be included in an outdoor photographic exhibition at the Mound, Edinburgh, as part of the Edinburgh Science Festival.

I’m particularly grateful to the organisers for acknowledging my educational blogging and charitable fundraising efforts related to my own sight loss.

After losing vision in my left eye, the charity Sight Scotland played an integral part in my recovery, supporting my mental wellbeing with compassion and practical advice via their free helpline. Without them, I’m not sure I’d have returned to work at the university.

I’d like to take this opportunity to try and raise £300 for this remarkable charity.

Sight Scotland

Living with sight loss can leave people feeling vulnerable, isolated and living in fear.   Every hour in Scotland someone starts to lose their sight. It is scary, it is lonely and it will change lives. 

Sight Scotland's experience in sight loss means they are here for you, your friends and family. From the moment there is a diagnosis, to as long as you need them. Sight Scotland will use all their knowledge and experience to be a source of support and advice to give people with sight loss the hope and courage to live life to the full.

Disclaimer

Please note this is a personal fundraiser for Sight Scotland, and is not officially endorsed or associated with Edinburgh Medical School or the University of Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Medical School 300 images are Copyright © The University of Edinburgh 2026.