Dr. Nagu Penakacherla is the president, CEO and founder of the
British Association of Primary Care and Allied Professionals
(BAPCAP) friends group. Driven by a strong sense of giving back to the
society that has supported him, Dr. Penakacherla, along with his senior colleague
Dr. Sam, conceived the idea of BAPCAP during their first meeting at an RCGP
conference. This platform aims to bring primary care and allied
professionals together to enhance their skills and work for the betterment of the
community at large.
A Portfolio General Practitioner (GP), Dr. Penakacherla has risen
from humble beginnings to become a beacon of compassionate healthcare. Born to proud
working-class parents, he intimately understands the struggles of the poor and
middle-class. This personal experience has shaped his empathetic approach to patient
care, resulting in a remarkable 97% trust rating from patients,
significantly surpassing the average. Dr. Penakacherla consistently earns accolades
for his human touch, embodying empathy and understanding in every interaction.
Dr. Penakacherla has cultivated a vast network across the globe through his work and
studies in various countries, leveraging these connections to strengthen
international ties and propel Britain forward. As a Birmingham
Representative for the West Midlands RCGP faculty, he plays an integral
role in shaping the future of primary care, advocating for equitable healthcare
access and representation.
With triple postgraduate qualifications in public health and primary
care, including a Master’s from the University of Cincinnati in Health
Promotion and Education, and a Family Medicine
postgraduation in India, he is a distinguished member of the
Royal College of GPs, as well as a Fellow of the RSA and
FRSPH. His credentials also include a Diplomate of the Faculty
of Sports and Exercise Medicine and a Diploma in MSK
Medicine. Additionally, he completed the European Certificate
in Essential Palliative Care, gaining a deep understanding of this
field.
Driven by a passion for research, Dr. Penakacherla collaborated with European doctors
to publish research on COVID-19, contributing to the global
understanding of the pandemic’s impact on healthcare. He has diverse special
interests in Dermatology, Sleep Medicine, Diabetes, Women’s Health,
Palliative Care, MSK Medicine, Medical Education, and Public
Health. He also has special interest and is certified professional in Adult ADHD. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, Dr.
Penakacherla continues to be a transformative force in the field of healthcare.
He has presented numerous posters on quality improvement projects and published his
research in national and international conferences and journals. He recently
completed a Long COVID project at his practice, benefiting other
practices in his Primary Care Network (PCN). Certified as a
Principal Investigator, he is also a University of
Oxford-trained CBTi therapist for insomnia. As a speaker on insomnia,
he frequently shares his knowledge with peers and other doctors.
Dr. Penakacherla's vision is to expand BAPCAP globally, providing
education and leadership support to doctors worldwide for their professional growth
and enhancing global health.
