International Honorary Fellow Award Presented at 2024 Annual Meeting
Spanning nearly 40 years, Dr. Raine’s humanitarian efforts, especially in sub-Saharan Africa, inspire global otolaryngology efforts.
Christopher H. Raine, MBE, FRCS
A consultant at Bradford Royal Infirmary, Dr. Raine is recognized for his pioneering work in British otology, including the creation of the Yorkshire Auditory Implant Centre. He has held various government advisory roles, including advising on the development of specialized ear services, providing clinical expertise to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence on cochlear implants, and working with the Department of Work and Pensions. He also served on the Hearing Aid Council.
In 2015, Dr. Raine was awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) by Queen Elizabeth II for his contributions to charity and the National Health Service. In addition, he was a founding member of several prestigious organizations, including the British Society of Otology, the British Cochlear Implant Group, and the British Association of Pediatric Otolaryngology. He is a former board member of the European Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology and a past president of the Section of Otology at the Royal Society of Medicine.
Congratulations, Dr. Raine!