Dr Peter Donnelly

Dr Peter Donnelly is a Consultant Paediatric Intensivist specialising in Paediatrics and Paediatric Critical Care. In his clinical practice, he provides expert care for critically ill infants, children, and young people requiring advanced medical intervention and acute support. Dr Donnelly is dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to young patients while offering clear communication and reassurance to families during challenging medical situations.

His clinical focus encompasses the management of severe paediatric illnesses, critical care stabilisation, advanced organ support, and paediatric emergency care. Alongside his direct clinical duties, Dr Donnelly maintains a strong interest in clinical workforce wellbeing and patient safety. He actively works to develop meaningful healthcare workplace initiatives, aiming to reduce occupational stress and enhance the quality of patient care through improved staff support.

Dr Donnelly is deeply committed to medical education, clinical academic leadership, and professional development. He holds an academic appointment as an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer and serves as an Associate Postgraduate Dean for Trainee Development in postgraduate medical education. He is also actively involved in professional governance, serving as Medical Vice President for the Paediatric Critical Care Society and Chair of the society's Wellbeing Special Interest Group.