KSS Paediatric Trainees’ Committee

Your Voice in KSS Paediatrics

We are a committee of current trainees dedicated to supporting and representing you. We manage this website, our socials, and a Trainee WhatsApp group. Get in touch for the link to join!

What We Do Each Year

  • Gather trainee feedback for STC meetings.
  • Help and support trainees with queries.
  • Arrange the ST1 Induction Day.
  • Organise the KSS Trainees’ Conference.
  • Arrange Senior Team days ("Step up to Reg").
  • Advocate for better regional teaching.
  • Publicise deanery-led educational days.
  • Share links to useful resources.
  • Run the trainee mentoring programme.
  • Liaise with TPDs and head of school.
  • Recruit new committee members in July.
  • Run the KSS Monthly Case Exchange Programe

Your Committee 2026 - 2027

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Dr Annabelle Waller

Co-Chair, Website Co-Lead

I’m an ST4 working in Kent. My interests lie in teaching, medical education and improving the experience of trainees across the region. When not in work, you'll find me outside in nature, either tending to my garden or out exploring with my naughty dog in tow!

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Dr Thomas Brockwell

Co Chair, Case Exchange Team

I’m an ST3 working in Surrey. I’m passionate about improving the experience of  trainees across the Deanery and I’m always keen to hear ideas about how we can best advocate  for positive change. Outside of hospital, I enjoy cross country running, pubs, log fires,  and running between pubs with log fires.

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Dr Lara Hebdon

Peer Mentoring Co-Lead, Socials Team

I’m an ST3 working in Kent. I’m passionate about medical education and ensuring the transition to starting paeds training is as smooth as possible. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, exploring new places and doing the occasional bit of Sugarcraft!

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Dr Brenda Mwiliza

Wellbeing Co-Lead

I’m an ST6 in Sussex with interests in neonatal medicine and research, keen to help build a supportive and inclusive training environment where trainee well-being is prioritised and everyone feels valued. I offer guidance and resources for those navigating pregnancy, maternity leave, or returning to work, and I’m committed to helping IMGs feel welcomed, informed, and confident. Outside work,  I love travelling with my family and exploring new cultures.

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Dr Abdullah Bin Shabbir

Education & Exams Co Lead

I’m an ST3 trainee working in Sussex with an interest in paediatric endocrinology. Within the committee, I hope to support new trainees and help improve deanery teaching. My second passion is public health. I aspire to improve the health of children and adolescents globally. Beyond work, I enjoy cooking, cycling and traveling.

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Dr Hossam Eldesouky

Research Co-Lead, Education & Exam Co-Lead

I’m an ST5 Paediatric trainee working in London with a PICU background and passion for teaching. I strongly believe in learning from others’ experiences and supporting junior colleagues to thrive. I’m also interested in integrating technology and research into training. Outside work, I love watching football, travelling, exploring new cultures, and spending time with my family.

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Dr Pratyush Saha

Research Co-Lead

I’m a Research Fellow in Sussex, slowly but surely working toward becoming a neonatologist (neonates beware!). I help run the committee’s research arm, am approachable, easy-going and a devoted work-life balance advocate. Fond of travel, skilled at procrastination, and learning guitar—ready to “serenade” you after a tough shift. Always happy to help, chat, or distract you with terrible chords!

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Dr Karla Buerano

Peer Mentoring Co-Lead, Socials Team

I’m an ST7 trainee working in Surrey. I'm developing an interest in community and neurodevelopment. I joined the committee as an ST6, and I understand going through training is much better when you have someone to turn to. I’ll be part of Peer-Mentoring arm and will hopefully contribute and help foster a supportive environment for our fellow trainees. I’m a LTFT trainee and I devote most of my spare time with my high energy Aussie.

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Dr Huda Al-Zubaidi

Wellbeing Co-Lead, Case Exchange Team

I’m an ST7 working in Surrey. I’m the co-lead for wellbeing and I’m part of the KSS Tuesdays case exchange team. I have trained across Sussex, Kent and Surrey so I have a good understanding about our deanery. I’m also developing an interest in diabetes. I’m working 80% for a better work-life balance. Outside of work, recently I’ve taken up running and I try and read books on my train commutes.

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Dr Shehani Wijesinghe

🎉 New Committee Member

I’m an ST2 trainee working in Surrey, passionate about teaching, which makes being one of the Regional Teaching Reps a perfect fit! As an IMG, I understand how challenging it can be to navigate a new system, so I’m committed to helping trainees feel supported & welcome. Outside of work, I love a good social day & believe in the power of casual meetups to build community. My interests include singing, spending time friends, and hitting the gym - #deadlifts anyone?

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Dr Sonika Ravikumar

🎉 New Committee Member

I’m an ST2 Paediatric trainee in Kent, fuelled by coffee, curiosity, and a can-do attitude! I love working in a team —there’s nothing better than tackling a busy day together and finding reasons to laugh in between. I try to make sure everyone feels supported (and occasionally well-fed!). I’m passionate about improving the experience for paediatric trainees to create a supportive environment. Outside of work, you’ll probably find me trekking somewhere scenic, or experimenting with recipes in the kitchen!

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Dr Reem Husseiny

🎉 New Committee Member

I’m an ST3 paediatric trainee in Surrey, with a passion for paediatric cardiology and technology in healthcare. I’m keen to make training better and help trainees feel connected across the region. Outside of work, I love travelling, discovering new places, trying new activities and occasionally convincing myself that I’m going to become a regular gym-goer!

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Dr Komal Rajwani

🎉 New Committee Member

I'm an ST4 paediatric trainee in Surrey. I was an LFG representative previously and have experience in rota management, multidisciplinary teaching and supporting research projects. I am passionate about representing trainees’, raising the issues that matter to them, and helping to make their training experience as supportive as possible. I particularly enjoy paediatric emergency medicine and also have an interest in paediatric infectious diseases. Outside of work, I am a mum to a toddler and enjoy good coffee, travelling, food, reading and shopping!

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Dr Elsha Madgwick-Miller

On sabbatical, returning January 2027

I’m ST3 currently on sabbatical. I’m interested in community paeds and medical education! I love teaching and hopefully soon will have my generic instructor qualification so I can teach on APLS/NLS. I’m a well-being co lead and will be aiming to make training as enriching and valuable as possible, above service provision. I’m a LTFT trainee and outside of medicine enjoy roadtrips, sea swims and CrossFit.

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Vacant

Committee Post Reserved for ST1 Recruitment October 2026

Open to new ST1's starting in September. Recruitment will open October 2026!

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Vacant

Committee Post Reserved for ST1 Recruitment October 2026

Open to new ST1's starting in September. Recruitment will open October 2026!

Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) Representative

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Dr Andreia Cordoso Pinto

KSS RCPCH representative

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (aka ‘the College’) is a national body that among other things, oversees the training of all UK paediatricians. RCPCH writes the curriculum, organises membership examinations, certifies paediatricians and directs what paediatric training in the UK should look like. The RCPCH appoints and liaises with College Tutors at each trust. The RCPCH Trainees Committee is separate to the KSS Paediatrics Trainees’ Committee.