Personal profile

Summary

I graduated from Cranfield University in 1998 with a BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography. After working in the NHS for seven years I moved into my first post in education with City, University of London. Whilst at City, I was heavily involved with course delivery for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in radiography and biomedical engineering; whilst also being admissions tutor for radiography courses. During my time at City I managed to find time to complete a PgDipEd (City, University of London) and MSc in Medical Imaging (Kingston & St. George’s, University of London). 

In January 2016 I joined the University of Portsmouth and have been the admissions tutor (2017-2018 and 2019-2022) and course lead (2018-2023) for the Diagnostic Radiography & Medical Imaging course. In September 2022, I commenced a seconded interim role as the Associate Head [Academic] for the School of Health and Care Professions. This role oversees the development and quality of academic provision, whilst providing academic leadership at strategic and operational levels, for programme provision.

I currently hold Senior Fellowship with AdvancedHE. I am also an external examiner for Diagnostic Radiography provision at St. George's, University of London and the University of Worcester. Additionally, I am also involved with NCFE Level 3 validation activities and review proposed manuscripts for the journal Radiography

My teaching interests include digital imaging and image enhancement, adaptation of technique, and medical imaging technology. I have authored two book chapters with respect to digital receptors and image enhancement in diagnostic radiography. I am also currently involved in a Society & College of Radiographers working group project that is investigating the perceived impact Artificial Intelligence may have on the role, career and professional identity of radiographers in the UK and across Europe. 

Education/Academic qualification

Master of Science, Medical Imaging, Kingston University

Award Date: 2 Aug 2010

External positions

External Examiner, University of Worcester

1 Sept 20231 Sept 2027

External Examiner, St. George's University of London

16 Oct 20201 Sept 2024

Keywords

  • Q Science (General)
  • Diagnostic Radiography
  • Digital Imaging
  • Digital Radiography
  • Adaptation of Radiographic Technique
  • Radiation Physics
  • Medical Imaging Technology
  • Image Processing & Enhancement
  • Digital receptors

    McHugh, K., 16 Jul 2020, General Radiography: Principles and Practices. Hayre, C. & Cox, W. (eds.). 1 ed. CRC Press Inc, p. 9-32

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter (peer-reviewed)peer-review

  • Image enhancement

    McHugh, K., 16 Jul 2020, General Radiography: Principles and Practices. Hayre, C. & Cox, W. (eds.). 1 ed. CRC Press Inc, p. 33-57

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter (peer-reviewed)peer-review