Lecturer Details: DFT North Manchester - The BDA; Contracts; Claiming and the GDC

Lecturer nameMr Richard Birkin
Lecturer profileOriginally a GDP in the North West Dick was a manager with the Dental Reference Service (NHSBSA Dental Services) for 23 years. He has given evidence at over a hundred disciplinary hearings including many at the GDC and has written expert witness reports for both the prosecution and defence. He lectures widely on Regulations, Ethics, Quality and Record Keeping. Latterly he was a Clinical Policy Adviser for the DRS where he worked closely with SHAs and PCTs in analyzing data (including vital signs and exception reports) and managing risk. Previously the BDA’s Director for BDA Wales he is currently Head of Advice Liaison and Development and his role involves presenting to many students and Foundation Dentists.