Our Team

I'm Rajvi, an F2 Doctor working in London. I graduated from Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2024. I also completed an intercalated degree in Global and Public Health.

I have been with Bart's City Life Saver since 2019 as a trainer, assessor, Team Leader and now Lead Trainer. I am really passionate about global health and making positive impacts around the world. I strongly believe that prevention is better than cure. Basic life support is a vital life skill and I feel privileged to teach this to others within the community.

I'm a keen foodie, love exploring new food hotspots and the outdoors.

I am really proud to be a part of the Bart's City Life Saver team and I am excited to see how the organisation develops in the coming years.

My name is Jordanna, and I've been part of Bart's City Life Saver since 2022. I'm currently a fourth-year medical student studying at Barts and The London, and recently completed an intercalated degree in Laparoscopic Surgery and Surgical Skills.

I've also worked as a call handler at the London Ambulance Service for 5 years previously so have seen the real impact of knowing basic life support in the community. It's a privilege to teach basic life support. I love giving community members the confidence to help others at home or in public, while helping healthcare professionals keep their skills sharp.

I'm Sandhya, a final-year medical student at Barts and the London. I've been a Bart's City Life Saver trainer since September 2022 and have thoroughly enjoyed teaching sessions. I think knowing basic life support is an essential skill to have and can make the biggest of differences. I love being able to interact with clients of all backgrounds and it's one of my favorite parts of being a trainer with Bart's City Life Saver!

I’m Amy, and I’ve been a trainer with Bart's City Life Saver since August 2024. I am currently a fourth-year medical student at Barts and the London, having completed a previous degree in Natural Sciences at the University of Southampton.

Having worked for the London Ambulance Service for the last 3 years as an ambulance practitioner, I have seen first-hand the benefits that bystander CPR has on survival and patient outcomes. I love sharing this skill and empowering participants to feel confident in basic life support!

My name is Andrew and I have been a trainer with Bart’s City Life Saver since October 2022. I am a Registered Nurse with experience in acute care in a large London NHS Hospital Trust.

Before becoming a nurse, I was an English teacher for many years, working in London and overseas as well as volunteering with St John Ambulance as a first aider. I am passionate about being able to combine my knowledge of basic life support with my experience as a teacher and I find it enormously satisfying seeing our trainees develop their confidence, knowledge and skills in being able to save a life.

My name is Anna and I have been a trainer with Bart's City Life Saver since September 2024. I am currently a medical student at Barts and the London having completed an integrated masters in Biology at the University of Oxford.

I believe everyone should have access to basic life support training as this invaluable skill is both empowering for those who are trained and has the potential to make a huge difference in emergency situations. Being able to teach others this vital skill is therefore a privilege and I am excited to lead engaging sessions for participants from all backgrounds!

I have been a trainer for Bart's City Life Saver since November 2022. I study Medicine at Barts and the London with interests in Women's and Children’s Health and Paediatrics. I learned basic life support in my first year of medical school and since then I have realised the importance, which made me want to help in teaching it as well.

I’m Fatoumata and I’m a medical student at Barts and the London. I have been at Bart's City Life Saver since my first year and have really enjoyed having a healthcare related role during my medical student journey. I have always loved teaching so being a basic life support trainer has allowed me to turn my passion into something so rewarding.

When I’m not studying I love reading and going to the gym. I also love working with children and do playwork in my spare time. I hope to continue working with charities throughout my career as my greatest ambition is to make a positive impact.

I'm Ibi, and I have been a trainer with Bart's City Life Saver since May 2025. I am a Children's Nurse with 25 years’ experience, mostly from working in East London but also overseas. In my current role I teach junior nurses, parents and carers, and I love it! Working with BCLS gives me the opportunity to teach an important lifesaving skill, but with different groups of people I might not ordinarily meet.

As a born and bred Londoner, I think London is a fantastic city to spend time in, but I'm probably biased. I'm a social butterfly, and enjoy hanging out with family and friends, eating, especially dessert, drinking cocktails and going to festivals, gigs or the theatre. I like keeping active - I play in two netball teams. I  love travelling, so I can compare far flung locations to my beloved London.

Hi, my name is Jacob and I am a third year medical student at Barts and the London. I have been involved with basic life support for around 7 years, having been involved with St. John Ambulance.

I am passionate about spreading awareness of basic life support skills and I believe it is a key skill which everyone should have. The best part of the job is seeing the interactivity and development of people’s basic life support throughout the course.

My name is Janice, and I’m a final-year medical student at Barts. I joined Bart's City Life Saver in 2023 and have since served as both an assessor and trainer. I’m passionate about teaching basic life support, as I believe it’s a vital skill that empowers people to save lives in emergencies. I hope to inspire others to gain confidence in performing basic life support and understand its importance in everyday life. I have a strong interest in orthopaedics and aspire to pursue a career in the field. Outside of medicine, I enjoy exploring new food spots across London and travelling during my free time.

My name is Maria and I am a doctor and medical educator with experience in medical leadership. I graduated from Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry with distinction in Medicine in 2022, and first class honours in my intercalated degree in Pre-Hospital Medicine. I have worked with Bart’s City Life Saver since 2017. I am currently a Senior Trainer and Assessor, but have previously worked as a Team Leader and the Lead Trainer, which involved refining our courses, leading the day-to-day training side of the charity, and supporting and mentoring our team members. I love working with Bart’s City Life Saver and having the unique opportunity to teach our course participants the essential skills to save a life and make a difference.

I have a keen interest in medical leadership, and co-authored the international textbook Unlocking The Leader Within: A Medical Student’s Guide to Practical Leadership. As well as my work with Bart’s City Life Saver, I regularly teach medical students, doctors, and allied healthcare professionals. I hold Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and a PGCert in Medical Education, and was awarded the international Zeshan Qureshi Award for Outstanding Achievement in Medical Education 2018. In my free time, I enjoy writing fiction and non-fiction, solving puzzles and escape rooms, and catching up with friends.

My name is Nabihah and I am a medical student at Barts and the London. I joined Bart's City Life Saver in June 2022 and enjoy teaching basic life support. I have previously volunteered with St John Ambulance as an Events First Aider using basic life support in practice.

I believe basic life support is an important skill for anyone to learn regardless of background. I have a lot of experience teaching and am committed to empowering people to save lives in emergency situations. I’m proud to be a part of this wonderful team and love making a positive difference in people’s lives.

Hi I’m Nicholas. I joined Bart's City Life Saver in October 2024 and I am currently a third-year medical student at Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, with a particular interest in cardiology. I’ve always enjoyed both teaching and learning about the heart, so what could be better than combining the two!

I’m really looking forward to teaching you this life-saving skill, so that you, too, can share your knowledge with others and help continue promoting awareness, confidence, and readiness to save lives. I try to keep my sessions informative, engaging, and fun, so I hope you all enjoy yourselves and learn something valuable along the way.

My name is Saloni, I have been with Bart's City Life Saver since September 2022. I am currently a Final Year medical student at Barts and The London, and feel privileged to be a trainer and assessor for adult, baby and child basic life support.

Basic life support training holds a very valuable and crucial place in society, and I believe should be continually taught in an enthusiastic, memorable and effective way. I have loved teaching at Bart's City Life Saver for several years now, have met incredible people along the way and continue to enjoy making a difference through delivering this amazing course!

I'm Sarah and I've been a trainer with Bart's City Life Saver since October 2022. I'm currently studying medicine at Barts and the London, and prior to this, I did an Economics degree. When I'm not studying, I love spending time with my family and friends, especially when food is involved. I really enjoy teaching and strive to find fun, creative ways that make learning engaging and memorable. I’m very proud to teach basic life support as it's a crucial skill that can make a huge difference in emergency situations.

I'm Shafiqa and I first joined Bart's City Life Saver whilst I was studying nursing and I now work as a nurse in London. I joined Bart's City Life Saver because I believe everyone should have the basic life support skills necessary to save a life. I take pride in working for an organisation that equips people with the competence and confidence to use their life-saving skills in emergency situations. I'm fortunate to be surrounded by such a supportive team of like-minded individuals and look forward to seeing the organisation grow and expand. On my days off, I enjoy playing badminton and going on scenic hikes.

I’m Venaya, a final-year medical student studying at Barts and the London. I grew up in Malaysia and moved to London in 2021 to study Medicine. I qualified as a trainer in 2023 and have really enjoyed being a part of the Bart's City Life Saver team. Teaching basic life support has been a really fun way to connect with the wider healthcare community and get to know my fellow trainers. It is a highly rewarding experience to share such an important skill with others, and have clients leave a session feeling like they’ve learnt something new! Outside of Bart's City Life Saver I enjoy staying active and doing yoga as well as exploring all of the new food spots and cafes that London has to offer!