Neill Townshend
About Neill Townshend
Neill Townshend is the EMEA EP Clinical Education Specialist at Boston Scientific, with extensive experience in clinical education and cardiac physiology.
Title and Current Position
Neill Townshend currently holds the position of EMEA EP Clinical Education Specialist at Boston Scientific. He has been in this role since 2021. His responsibilities include providing critical education and training to professionals in the field of electrophysiology.
Professional Experience
Neill Townshend has a robust professional background, spanning several roles primarily in the field of cardiac physiology and clinical education. His notable roles include Senior Clinical Education Specialist (2018-2021) and Senior Field Clinical Support Specialist (2015-2018) at Boston Scientific. He also served as Lead Cardiac Physiologist EP and Cath Labs at London Bridge Hospital from 2012 to 2015. Prior to this, he worked as a Cardiac Physiologist at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (2008-2012) and King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (2007-2008). His early career includes time spent as a Cardiac Physiologist at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (2005-2007) and as a Project Manager at Coopers Hardware Stores (2003-2005).
Educational Background
Neill Townshend has a solid educational foundation in clinical physiology and biological sciences. He earned a Bachelor's Degree (Hons) in Clinical Physiology from Anglia Ruskin University (2005-2008). Before that, he completed a Bachelor's Degree (Hons) in Biological Sciences and Biochemistry from Lancaster University (2000-2003). Additionally, he obtained certifications in Electrophysiology (IBHRE) and Pacemakers and Defibrillators (Heart Rhythm UK).
Notable Projects and Achievements
Within his career, Neill Townshend has led several significant initiatives. One of his key achievements includes successfully implementing a clinical independence program for physiologists, which enhanced their operative capabilities. He has also moved the entire program of clinical signoff for both team and customers to an online platform, increasing efficiency and accessibility. Notably, he played a crucial role in launching and supporting the Rhythmia HD mapping system across Europe. He continues to provide clinical support at UK centers to keep abreast of existing training and education needs.