York Medical Society was founded in 1832 for “the purpose of promoting and diffusing medical knowledge”. Over the many years since, many distinguished doctors have been members and given lectures to the Society. The Society has its own rooms within a beautiful Grade II listed building in Stonegate in the heart of the City of York, and today provides a unique location for topical lectures, events, conferences and wedding receptions.
Who we are
Founded in 1832 the society is made up of doctors from the York area meeting regularly for education, entertainment, and networking opportunities.
Membership
Membership is open to local doctors and medical students.
events
Events for members in our rooms as well as social events.
room hire
Our historic rooms and gardens are open for hire for conferences, meetings and social events including wedding receptions.
Next Events
Sketches of the Landscape and Wildlife of Yorkshire – Jonathan Pomroy
Award of the Founders Prize
Editing the BMJ – Dr Fiona Godlee
100 Notable Names in General Practice – Dr Neil Metcalfe
Spring Wine tasting with Stuart Calder
Latest News
Hurrah, the vaccine is here, as is our new website!
However we are still having to cope with considerable Covid-related disruption. 23 Stonegate remains closed for anything other than essential maintenance and the collection of wine from the cellars. Our talks are all still taking place but completely on-line now,...
Our Board
message from our president - Dr Jonathan Evans, MBBS, MRCGP
I trust that you will find an interesting mix of topics and speakers; covering, as they do, a range of subjects and bringing a wealth of expertise to the Society.
Our fortnightly meetings are relaxed, informative and fun.
Dr Jonathan Evans,
MBBS, MRCGP
Board Members
Dr Stuart Calder
Trustee and licensee holder
Dr Mark Roman
Trustee
Mrs Sarah Anderson
Trustee
Dr John Reid
Trustee
Professor Barry Wright
President Elect
Mr Mike Stower
Treasurer
Dr Kathryn Griffin
Secretary
Mr Andrew Grace
Trustee
Dr Sarah Watson
Trustee
Dr Jonathan Evans
President
Dr Susan Reaney
Trustee
Dr Tim Hughes
Trustee
Dr Judith Boffa
Trustee
Dr Barbara Adams
Trustee
Mrs Deena El Sharief
Trustee
Jane Mortimer
Office Manager
Angie Zurek
Office Administrator
Mr David Pring
Hon Curator of Instruments
Professor Jim Drife
Hon Librarian
Get in touch today
01904 849821
yorkmedicalsociety@gmail.com
23 Stonegate, York,
YO1 8AW