Dr Amir Burney
Dr. Amir Burney is a highly accomplished medical professional with a rich background in medical education, surgery, sports and exercise medicine.
He is currently working as the Director for Studies (Phase 2b), Senior University Teacher and Lead for Speciality Foundation Programme South Yorkshire (Medical Education Rotation) at the School of Medicine and Population Health, University of Sheffield. Dr. Burney plays a pivotal role in shaping the clinical education of undergraduate medical students.
He is the Founding President of Association of Pakistani Physicians of Northern Europe (APPNE) and also served as its First President from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, APPNE signed the following MOUs:
- APPNA Merit USA
- AAPP Australia
- Indus Hospital Network
- Rawalpindi Medical University
- Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Medical University, Islamabad
- DUHS Dow Medical College
- Jinnah Sindh Medical University
- Baqai Medical University
- Additionally, a Charter of Understanding was signed with IPPA – Ireland and organisational partnerships were also developed with the RIYADH GROUP OF PAKISTANI DOCTORS, led by Dr. AsadUllah Roomi.
Dr. Burney is deeply involved in various organisational and philanthropic activities including social, national and international charitable causes.
Dr. Burney has an immense passion for arts and music. He himself is a proficient piano player and is committed to promoting artists from the British Asian community and beyond. His dedication is evident in the numerous musical events he has organised, both independently and in collaboration with various organisations.
Dr. Burney’s commitment to excellence in medical education and community service reflects his dedication to making a positive impact within the British community.
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As the Director for Studies (Phase 2b), Dr. Amir Burney oversees the clinical education of third-year undergraduate medical students, managing curriculum development, clinical placements, academic and pastoral support, and assessments, including written exams and OSCEs. Additionally, he serves as the Academic Lead for Clinical Skills at the University of Sheffield, overseeing curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment development. Dr. Burney also tutors for the School of Nursing and the School of Dentistry, and leads the Specialised Foundation Programme Medical Education Placement in South Yorkshire.