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University of Aberdeen surgery chair Angus Watson awarded UK Humanitarian Medal
Professor Angus Watson, who holds the Clinical Chair of Surgery at the University of Aberdeen, has received a UK Humanitarian Medal for frontline medical work in conflict zones, the university said.
Why it matters: The University of Aberdeen's clinical surgery leadership now includes a UK Humanitarian Medal recipient recognised for medical work in global conflict zones.
The University of Aberdeen said Professor Angus Watson, its Clinical Chair of Surgery, has been awarded a UK Humanitarian Medal.
According to the university, the medal recognises his frontline medical work in conflict zones around the world.
Professor Watson also works as a consultant surgeon with NHS Highland, the university said.
Editor’s view
Sarah Williamson, Teaching, Digital and AI Editor
The honour goes to a clinical academic who combines the University of Aberdeen's Clinical Chair of Surgery with a consultant post at NHS Highland, and recognises his surgical work in conflict zones.
