A Glasgow professor was named on the New Year Honours list for her amazing work in the medical field.
Former President of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, Jacqueline Taylor, was awarded an MBE for her contribution over her 38 year career.
The inspiring individual was completely shocked when she found out at the beginning of December.
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The 61-year-old told Glasgow Live: "It's a bit overwhelming actually and incredibly exciting.
"I can't quite believe it, I still keep thinking that someone is going to pinch me and tell me it was all a dream.
"I think it's lovely for all of the people I've worked with over the years aswell because so much of it is a reflection of all the people I've worked with in all the different settings I've worked."
Jacqueline was elected the first ever female president of the college in 2018.
Not only was she a pioneer but the professor was faced with one of the toughest challenges any president has faced during her tenure.
Jacqueline said: "That was an interesting time.
"I was leading an organisation throught the pandemic, so it was a very difficult and challenging time. We tried to make sure the training and examinations for doctors continued, that was really important.
"We were desperately keen to make sure we kept everyone in the work force that we could. "
Although her tremondous work as a doctor, which includes developing the GRI Stroke Service, was a major factor for her recognition,the 61-year-old has helped drive many others to pursue a similar career path.
She said: "I'm very passionate about trying to support and nurture people into positions that they may never consider.
"Supporting women is important of course but I really try to support all groups that are under-represented in college activities and roles.
"These people may not have thought about it but they may just need a bit of encouragement and self belief."
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The MBE is an inclredibly major honour for the doctor, who is delighted to share it with her friends, family and colleagues.
However, she believes the award will provide her with even more motivation to help others.
Jacqueline explained: "I haven't given up yet.
"I'm still doing a lot of work in education and training.
"In terms of inclusion, equality and diversity this does encourage me to keep going because these are important things to champion, as was the work we did on the wellbeing of health care workers.
"The workforce is really exhausted at the moment and it's important we look after them. I think thats something I will continue to support."
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