Larissa Kerecuk

Rare Disease Lead Consultant Paediatric Nephrologist

Dr. Larissa Kerecuk is a prominent figure in the field of rare diseases and clinical research. She holds several important positions and has made significant contributions to pediatric nephrology and rare disease research.

Professional Roles

Dr. Kerecuk currently serves as:

Rare Disease Lead at Birmingham Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust6
Consultant Paediatric Nephrologist at Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital6
Clinical Research Specialty Lead for the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) West Midlands Clinical Research Network (CRN)2 3
Paediatric Specialty Lead for the Clinical Research Network West Midlands1

Research and Expertise

Dr. Kerecuk's expertise extends to various areas:

She is the Chief Investigator for the NIHR Stars Together Rare Disease Registry4
She leads the Rare Disease Theme of the NIHR Children Medical Technology Project4
Her work focuses on improving care and research opportunities for patients with rare diseases

Additional Responsibilities

In addition to her primary roles, Dr. Kerecuk is also:

Transition and Research Lead for the Renal Department at Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital6
Involved in raising awareness about rare diseases and improving patient care5

Dr. Kerecuk's multifaceted role in rare disease research, clinical practice, and leadership positions demonstrates her significant impact in the field of pediatric nephrology and rare diseases.