THE SPECIALISTINFO TEAM

Behind SpecialistInfo is a dedicated team responsible for maintaining one of the most trusted healthcare databases and medical directories in the UK. Our team combines expertise in medical research, healthcare data management, editorial verification and medico-legal services to ensure the SpecialistInfo Directory remains a reliable resource for organisations seeking accurate information on UK hospital consultants, GPs and healthcare professionals.

Since 1998, SpecialistInfo has supported organisations across the legal, pharmaceutical, healthcare and research sectors by providing access to one of the most comprehensive UK doctor databases and consultant directories available.

Olivia Whiteside - CEO

Olivia Whiteside leads the SpecialistInfo team as Chief Executive Officer, working closely with Managing Director Emma Taylor to guide the company’s continued growth and development. It is an exciting time for SpecialistInfo as the company continues to evolve its website and enhance the ways it delivers information to members. Olivia studied medicine at St Bartholomew’s and The London Hospital School of Medicine and received first class honours in a Neuroscience BSc from University College London. She has worked as an ENT Consultant for over 10 years, both within the NHS and in private practice. Outside of work, Olivia enjoys spending time with her family and can often be found playing tennis or skiing whenever possible.

Emma Taylor - Managing Director

Emma Taylor joined SpecialistInfo in 2003 after graduating from Bournemouth University. Mentored by the late Hugh Whiteside, Emma has played a key role in the company’s development, with a particular focus on subscriptions and data sales. In 2020, Emma was appointed Managing Director, a role she proudly shares alongside CEO Olivia Whiteside as part of an all-female leadership team. Outside of SpecialistInfo, Emma enjoys strength training and fitness, often spending time in the gym lifting weights and tackling challenging workouts.

Rachel Platt - Editor-in-Chief

Rachel Platt has been part of SpecialistInfo for over 19 years, beginning as an Assistant Editor in 2007. Before joining the company, Rachel lived in the United States and graduated from Southern New Hampshire University in 2006. Having moved frequently earlier in life, Rachel eventually settled in Yorkshire, where she now calls home. As Editor-in-Chief, Rachel oversees the editorial quality of the SpecialistInfo Directory. Her role includes researching and verifying information, editing content, and responding to enquiries from doctors and their secretaries. Rachel also manages the SpecialistInfo office, located in a beautiful Victorian building in Harrogate, where she enjoys watching the changing seasons from the office windows. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys spending time with her partner Rob and their cat Ceefa, reading a good book, or relaxing with friends over a glass of wine.

Carly Gill – Data Sales Manager

Carly Gill joined SpecialistInfo after graduating from Leeds Met University and has been with the company for over 17 years. As Data Sales Manager, Carly specialises in managing client data requests and supporting organisations that rely on SpecialistInfo’s healthcare data. She particularly enjoys working on complex data queries and considers herself an Excel enthusiast. Outside of work, Carly spends much of her time supporting her three boys on the football pitch, cheering them on from the sidelines.

Lisa Cheyne – Medico-Legal Manager

Lisa Cheyne joined SpecialistInfo in 2012 and brings a strong background in scientific and medical editing. As Medico-Legal Manager, Lisa is responsible for organising SpecialistInfo’s medico-legal training programmes and editing the SpecialistInfo Medico-Legal Magazine. She also works closely with the editorial team to ensure the database of over 60,000 UK and Irish hospital consultants remains accurate and up to date. Lisa is married with one daughter, and as a family they enjoy outdoor activities such as sailing, climbing and skiing.

Nicola Guy – Conferences Manager & Editor

Nicola Guy has worked at SpecialistInfo for over 19 years and plays a key role in organising the company’s professional events. As Conferences Manager, Nicola organises SpecialistInfo’s two annual conferences:

• The Medico-Legal Conference
  
• The Medical AI & Robotics Conference
  

Nicola also works with the editorial team to help maintain and update the SpecialistInfo directory of UK hospital consultants. Outside of work, Nicola enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters. She likes to stay active through walking and cycling, and enjoys socialising with friends and family.