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Dr Mumtaz Patel Confirmed as First Indo-Asian Muslim President of Royal College of Physicians

Patel, a Manchester-based nephrologist with over 20 years of RCP experience, will lead modernization efforts and member advocacy for the 40,000-strong global organization.

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  • Dr Mumtaz Patel has been elected as the 123rd president of the Royal College of Physicians, marking a historic first as an Indo-Asian Muslim leader and the fifth woman in the role.
  • The RCP represents 40,000 physicians worldwide, and Patel's leadership aims to rebuild trust and modernize the 500-year-old institution.
  • Her four-year term start date is pending confirmation following the conclusion of voting on April 14, 2025.
  • Patel, a consultant nephrologist based in Manchester, has served as acting president since June 2024 and held prior senior roles in education and training within the RCP.
  • She has pledged to prioritize member support, holistic patient care, and the organization's role as the collective voice of medicine.