James Coey
About James Coey
James Coey is a Clinical Anatomist and Senior Fellow at the Higher Education Academy, currently serving in various academic and advisory roles across multiple institutions, including St. George's University and the American Association of Clinical Anatomists.
Education and Expertise
James Coey holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Southampton, graduating in 2004. He also earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Physiology & Psychology from Newcastle University in 1999. His postgraduate studies include a Post Graduate Diploma in Tropical Medicine & Hygiene from Mahidol University and a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certificate from Thomas Jefferson University. His extensive education has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in clinical anatomy and higher education.
Professional Background and Experience
James Coey has held numerous academic and clinical positions, reflecting a robust career in anatomical research and higher education. He currently serves as a Senior Fellow at the Higher Education Academy and is an Advisory Board Member for the Federative International Programme on Anatomical Research. At St. George's University, he holds multiple roles, including Assistant Dean of Basic Sciences, Clinical Associate Professor, Associate Chair, Vice Chair, and Associate Course Director. He also serves as a Clinical Anatomist for Teleflex and is a Council Member at the American Association of Clinical Anatomists.
Previous Academic Positions
Before his current roles, James Coey worked as an Assistant Professor at St. George's University from 2013 to 2014 and held several leadership positions at Trinity School of Medicine from 2008 to 2013, including Associate Professor, Course Director, and Dean of Students. He also served as a Clinical Teaching Fellow at the University of Warwick and a Lecturer in Anatomy at Trinity College Dublin. Additionally, he held a position as an Anatomy Demonstrator at the University of Cambridge.
Research and Publications
James Coey co-founded a collaborative research group with Northumbria University in 2013, focusing on pedagogy, 3D printing, ultrasound, and procedural anatomy. He has presented or published over sixty abstracts at international conferences. Currently, his research investigates the surgical applications of 3D printing and AI to improve patient outcomes across all stages of life. His work has contributed significantly to the fields of clinical anatomy and medical education.