Empowering Senior Doctors, Medical & Public Health Leaders 

Hello, I’m Fiona. I help senior health leaders move from survival to a state of professional fulfillment and proven wellbeing, by combining 20+ years of medical and public health experience with evidence-based coaching psychology.

I understand exactly what you face because I’ve been in your shoes.

My exposure to emotional wellbeing and behaviour change began in 1990, when I trained in compassionate listening by the Samaritans as a ‘Nightline’ volunteer. It’s been the golden thread of my career.

I qualified as a doctor in 1996, with an intercalated degree in psychology. I became a Consultant in Public Health in 2009, working in citywide and regional roles, at Board and system levels.

I founded ‘Fiona Day Consulting’ in 2016, gradually reducing my employed role; I now have over 10 years’ experience of coaching partnerships with senior doctors, medical and public health leaders.

Why Work With Me

I use my values of partnership, expertise, curiosity, compassion, and empowerment, and my curiosity about what makes people ‘tick’ to help you get on an upward curve in your own career.

I specialise in evidence-based approaches to behaviour change, using cognitive-behavioural approaches, adult development, and neuroscience. I support health leaders in complex and transformational contexts.

My commitment is to develop medical and health leaders who embody their values, are present, and thrive in their professional lives.

‘Fiona shared enough of herself for me to feel that I was working with a ‘real’ human being, not just with empathy, but with relevant life experiences of her own.’ – Consultant Physician

Grounded in Community

I’m first on (and last off) the dance floor, and love yoga, running, and being outdoors in nature.

I’m active in strengthening communities: from organising street parties to charity fundraisers, I’m always bringing people together.

Partnering with Senior Health Leaders to Navigate Complexity and Thrive

No matter what you face in your career or leadership role, change is possible. I partner with senior doctors, public health, and global health leaders who are ready to move beyond “survival” and into their most impactful work yet.

How we partner together:

Strategic Career Direction: Find your next step with total confidence.

Leadership Development: Navigate complex, transformational health contexts.

Behavioral Change: Apply neuroscience and cognitive-behavioural approaches to your professional growth.

Validated Wellbeing: Stay well with programmes proven to increase wellbeing by 17.4%.

‘Fiona’s approach of deep and careful listening for both the spoken and unspoken, careful playing back to establish shared understanding, and skilful questioning and nudging to enable me get to the solution myself was really impressive.’ – Director of Public Health

Choose your 1:1 Coaching Partnership

I love partnering with experts and health leaders to help them get on an ‘upward curve.’ Here’s how I can help you:

The Focused Health Leader Coaching Partnership – Career clarity and leadership support for health leaders – under 6 months

The Strategic Health Leader Coaching Partnership – A strategic partnership to support health leaders in ongoing complexity – 12 months plus

The Global Health Leader Coaching Partnership – A unique service supporting global health leaders operating under extreme pressure – 12 months plus