Nicola Forbes

Nicola Forbes is an experienced Biomedical Scientist currently employed at NHS Lothian since October 2018 and Spire Healthcare Group plc since September 2016, specializing in blood science lab operations, particularly in biochemistry, haematology, and blood transfusion. Responsibilities include sample processing, internal quality control (IQC), external quality assurance (EQA), and conducting quality audits. Previous experience includes serving as a Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 at Quintiles and a Biomedical Scientist at SNBTS from November 2015 to September 2016, where oversight of the production of red cell packs, platelets, and frozen FFP from blood donations was required, alongside training in emergency typing. Nicola Forbes holds a degree in Biomedical Science from Glasgow Caledonian University and a degree in Infection Biology from the University of Glasgow.