Dr. Milaine Gradel

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Dr. Milaine Gradel

Dr. Milaine Gradel is a renowned mental health expert and clinical leader who has an extensive history in the nursing profession, community care and team management. She combines rare experience of being both clinically qualified and a strategic leader, with an academic background in health sciences and psychology; and decades of experience, both on the frontline and in leadership within the UK healthcare system.

Here, Dementia, Frailty and Frailty Services as a Physical Health Lead and Clinical Team Leader in the Older People, Dr. Gradel has an obligation of leading high-quality, patient-focused care in integrated healthcare teams. Her job description includes operational leadership, staff management, maximizing service delivery, and quality improvement processes.

Dr. Gradel with her empathetic style of leadership and evidence-based practice has been able to lead multi discipline teams, improve the performance of the clinics, and guarantee that all healthcare governance and regulatory practices are adhered to.

Education and Background

  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology – American InterContinental University (Ongoing – Research Phase Completed)
  • Post-Doctorate in Psychology & Health Science – American InterContinental University (2023)
  • Doctor of Health Science (D.H.Sc.) – American InterContinental University (2022)
  • Master in science - Mental Health – Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford (2020)
  • BSc Honor in Mental Health Nursing – Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford (2016)
  • Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Dip PC) – Chrysalis Courses (2016)
  • Diploma in Hypnotherapy & Counselling Skills (Dip Hyp CS) – Chrysalis Courses (2015)
  • Associate Degree in Superior Accounting & Auditing – Centre Libanais Supérieur de Formations, Ashrafieh, Beirut (1980)
  • NVQ Level 4 – Management in Health & Social Care – Touch of Hope College, London (2008)
  • NVQ Level 3 – Health & Social Care - City & Guilds, United Kingdom (1998)
  • NVQ Level 2 – Health & Social Care - City & Guilds, United Kingdom (1998)
  • Preliminary English Test (PET) – Pass with Merit - University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (1997)

Professional Roles

  • Physical Health Lead & Clinical Team Leader – South Essex Partnership Foundation Trust (NHS), United Kingdom (since February 2023)
  • Clinical Unit Manager – Barchester Healthcare, United Kingdom (2015–2016)
  • Arab Tax Society – Fellow since 2006
  • Nurse Home Manager – Norman House (Dementia & Mental Health Services), United Kingdom (2015)
  • Registered Nurse – Lead Roles – Brooklands Nursing Home & Hallmark Care Homes, United Kingdom (2013–2015)
  • International Society of Taxation, Holland – Member since 2006
  • Healthcare Assistant (Bank Staff) – NHS Trust Services, United Kingdom (2012–2016)

Associations and Memberships

  • Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), United Kingdom – Registered Nurse (Active Registration)
  • National Health Service (NHS), United Kingdom – Clinical Leadership & Professional Practice Affiliation
  • HOPE – European Hospital and Healthcare Federation Programme – Participant (2024)
  • Volunteer IOI Program, Galápagos – Global Health & Sustainability Contributor (since 2025)

International Activities & Voluntary Contributions

Dr. Gradel is actively involved in the international healthcare and development efforts:

  • Galapagos, Designed as a program to engage with volunteers to enhance the environment and educational experience in the area (2025 -Present)
  • Hosting programmes that are in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • The HOPE European Exchange Programme (2024)
  • Liberated action between medical practitioners of 27 countries to exchange information and innovate
  • Heal the World Foundation, India (2012) MC Volunteer
  • Provided patient-centered care and mental health care in underserved communities

Out front in her field, Dr. Milaine Gradel shapes how mental health and dementia services grow within communities. Her work stretches far, guided by hands-on guidance and shared knowledge across borders. Leadership isn’t just a role - it shows up in daily choices, small steps, real impact. Countries tap into her insight, learning ways to lift standards where people live, not just where they’re treated. Global ties help spread better practices, one partnership at a time. Expertise flows both ways, shaped by listening as much as speaking