role: FASD Public Health Officer, NHS Ayrshire and Arran institution: University of Edinburgh

Rachel has a long-standing interest in raising awareness of FASD through specialist education and training. Rachel was a member of the pioneering pilot FASD Team based in Ayrshire and Arran, working alongside Dr Brown and Dr Shields. Rachel has led on the development and design of FASD resources and FASD training packages, which focus on improving awareness and knowledge, for professionals across health and social care. Rachel presents at conferences on the management of alcohol use in pregnancy and FASD training.