Patrice Baptiste

Dr Patrice Baptiste is a medical educator, author and entrepreneur speaking on careers in health and general practice.

Dr Patrice Baptiste is an award-winning portfolio GP balancing careers in clinical medicine, education, writing and research. Dr Baptiste has built a career that challenges traditional paths, championing diversity, wellbeing, and innovation in healthcare. Combining frontline clinical practice with academic leadership, she has held senior lecturer roles at institutions including the University of East London and Ulster University as well as a registered  examiner for Queen Mary University of London and the General Medical Council.

Her work focuses on empowering future and early-career doctors, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and mind-set needed to thrive in an evolving medical landscape.

As founder of Medschool Xtra TM Patrice helps medical students and early career professionals navigate their career journeys with clarity and ambition. Her educational content spans YouTube, published guides, and keynote talks at institutions such as Oxford University, King’s College London, and the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh.

Patrice’s insights are grounded not just in academic theory, but in real-world experience. Her book Portfolio Careers for GPs – the first of its kind – has become an essential resource for clinicians looking to diversify their careers, while her writing for outlets like GP Online and the BMJ, brings important issues in general practice to a wider audience.

As a speaker, Patrice offers fresh, thoughtful and actionable perspectives on career development, leadership, wellbeing, and the future of medicine. Her sessions are known for their relatable, practical tone, blending personal stories with strategic advice that leaves audiences motivated and equipped for action.

Whether speaking to future medics, seasoned clinicians, or corporate audiences, Dr Patrice Baptiste is an inspiring advocate for new possibilities in healthcare and beyond.