Oliver Koch

Infectious Diseases Physician. ID, tropical & travel medicine, global health. Repeatedly injured hill runner. Views entirely my own.

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

There can hardly be anyone better qualified to speak on competency in #travelmedicine than Jane Chiodini. Jane has dedicated her career to education & raising standards in #travelhealth. #NECTM #NECTM10. @rcpsglasgow @NaTHNaC @theRCN

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

If you are attending #NECTM #NECTM10 in #Belfast make sure you stop by the @rcpsglasgow stand. Find out about advancing your career & becoming part of a welcoming community #TravelHealth #TravelMedicine

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Day 2 of #NECTM #NECTM10 #Belfast with @LanceTurtle kicking things off with a fascinating journey into arboviral immunology / vaccinology. #infectiousdiseases #vaccines #TropMed

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Day 2 of #NECTM #NECTM10 in #Belfast. Excellent programme ahead. @rcpsglasgow

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

From Guidance to Global Standards in Travel Medicine. Come and visit our poster at #NECTM #NECTM10 in #Belfast. @rcpsglasgow @NaTHNaC @_ISTM_ @bgtha @theRCN #travelmedicine #travelhealth

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

#NECTM10 is underway. Opening ceremony starting with reflections on the history of #NECTM. @rcpsglasgow @NaTHNaC @bgtha

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Early start for #NECTM10 in #Belfast. #travelmedicine #travelhealth. See you there. @rcpsglasgow @NaTHNaC @bgtha @_ISTM_

[TravelHealthPro @NaTHNaC]

🌎#Rabies #risk survey:🐕are you a #traveller or #health professional advising travellers?🐒The #University of Liverpool, #UKHSA & #NaTHNaC are researching attitudes to rabies & we'd love to hear about your experiences🌍See here for more info: https://t.co/PXHNLlg5zr

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Are you serious about wanting to make travel medicine part of your career? But not yet ready to commit to undertaking the Diploma or MSc in #travelmedicine ? The PDC is a solid foundation to becoming a #travelhealth expert.

[Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow @rcpsglasgow]

The PDC in Travel Medicine has been designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of doctors, nurses and pharmacists working within Travel Medicine.

This has been designed to be a challenging, worthwhile and enjoyable course to be part of.

Apply now at: https://t.co/FcQYg0XeVz

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

A brilliant opportunity for scientific & knowledge exchange & to connect with friends & colleagues with a shared passion for #travelhealth #travelmedicine. See you this week at #NECTM10 in #Belfast @rcpsglasgow @_ISTM_ @NaTHNaC @bgtha

[TravelHealthPro @NaTHNaC]

🌎Only four weeks to go until the Northern European Conference on #Travel #Medicine (#NECTM) in #Belfast! Check out the #final scientific programme here: https://t.co/E9Lt0mRDYx

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

If you're travelling to an area where malaria is found such as Asia, Africa, or Southern America, you should seek advice from a GP, pharmacist, or travel clinic at least 4 to 6 weeks before you travel.
🔗🌍 Find out more on https://t.co/lB4gu2I3NX

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Northern European Conference on Travel Medicine (Belfast, 3–5 June 2026) - scientific programme is well worth a look: https://t.co/84LJS9XZCb
Strong, relevant content + a great opportunity to connect with colleagues across travel medicine.
@rcpsglasgow @bgtha @NaTHNaC @_ISTM_

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

Chikungunya has become a concern for travellers to some international destinations.🦟

There is currently no onward transmission in the UK, but for those travelling to at risk countries our blog post offers the best advice on prevention and protection:

https://t.co/lmedjqfnIE

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Brain tumour - a cruel disease. Please consider supporting @DrHelenTyler and her @NHSForthValley colleagues in raising funds to support @braintumourrsch by doing a massive walk! https://t.co/W7u4Mas7Ic

[FCDO Travel Advice @FCDOtravelGovUK]

🩺✈️ Got a holiday booked this summer?

Before you go, make sure your travel insurance covers all your medical conditions.

If you don’t declare a condition, your claim could be rejected.

Always check what your policy needs from you.

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

First cases of mosquito-borne virus (Usutu) found in blackbirds in Scotland https://t.co/CTCaGE4RQ3

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Just to highlight this again. This post is a great platform to gain valuable clinical research experience and launch your career. @CIRGedinburgh have a broad research portfolio & you can get involved in a variety of trials and studies. @NIHRresearch @DrToniHo

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Interested in clinical research and want to work in a fantastic team?We are looking for a clinical research fellow for 12 months from 1st Aug 2026 . @NHS_Lothian @CIRGedinburgh. Apply now:

https://t.co/Cjr1iP4c98

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Interested in clinical research and want to work in a fantastic team?We are looking for a clinical research fellow for 12 months from 1st Aug 2026 . @NHS_Lothian @CIRGedinburgh. Apply now:

https://t.co/Cjr1iP4c98

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

📢 We’re recruiting a LTFT Band 6 Travel Medicine Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the NHS Lothian Travel Medicine Service (Edinburgh & Lothians).
@NHS_Lothian
👉 Find our more and apply: https://t.co/Nm7UM7ZDZ0

[Oliver Koch @okoch]

Upcoming @rcpsglasgow webinar on 20 January 2026 at 18:30:
Tackling Air Pollution: The Human and Planetary Benefits of Active Travel
https://t.co/6YW6KJdTzh