In Conversation with… Professor Sir Gregor Smith, Chief Medical Officer and Professor Alex McMahon, Chief Nursing Officer

11:45 - 13:00

In this highly interactive session, Professor Sir Gregor Smith, Chief Medical Officer and Professor Alex McMahon, Chief Nursing Officer will discuss the challenges facing clinical leadership and evolving clinical services as we recover from the pandemic and reform for the future. In particular focusing on fostering a culture of stewardship among healthcare professionals and the need to support them to deliver value based healthcare and a more sustainable system, supporting the workforce and ensuring their voices are heard and how the they can contribute including taking forward climate action.

This more-intimate session will be facilitated and delegates will have the chance to send questions in advance as well as in real time from the floor.

Please note that the In Conversation sessions are smaller and more-informal, therefore spaces will be limited and you are advised to book early.

Professor Sir Gregor Smith

Chief Medical Officer for Scotland, Scottish Government


Gregor Smith is a GP and former Medical Director from Lanarkshire. He was appointed Deputy Chief Medical Officer in 2015, interim Chief Medical Officer in April 2020 and Chief Medical Officer in December 2020.

Alex McMahon

Chief Nursing Officer, Scottish Government


Alex McMahon is Chief Nursing Officer for the Scottish Government. In this role he oversees the Chief Nursing Directorate in achieving the best health and care outcomes for people.