Best described as an interested amateur, I am filling the void in Newcastle until someone better comes along. I am trying to set up an Notheast Network in surrounding hospitals and we have our first meeting tonight (17th December) in a local pub. I am interested in hearing form anyone who wishes to get involved, from medical student through to consultant, and think we have a unique opportunity to change our training for the better in the next few years. I don't have very many answers but I do know we don't get another chance at this.Conflict of interest - nonePrevious interest in medical politics - noneFuture aspirations - to be a doctor