Speakers

Dr Sophie Cook is a seasoned clinician and editorial leader, serving as Editor‑in‑Chief of BMJ Medicine, the flagship open‑access multispecialty journal of the BMJ Publishing Group. A qualified GP with years of practice in London, Sophie holds over 15 years of publishing experience across The BMJ, including roles as Head of Education, UK Research Editor, and Head of Scholarly Comment. promotions.bmj.com+1

In her current role, Sophie leads the development of BMJ Medicine’s editorial strategy, content pipeline, and global author and reviewer engagement. She is committed to driving the journal’s mission to provide robust, timely, and clinically relevant research that informs policy, practice, and patient care worldwide. With a background in primary care and a demonstrated focus on health promotion and social determinants, Sophie brings both clinical insight and editorial rigour to her work. promotions.bmj.com+1

Sophie’s dedication to high‑quality, ethical publishing has positioned BMJ Medicine as a trusted platform for researchers, clinicians and health systems alike. She is passionate about building author‑friendly processes and ensuring research serves real-world clinical outcomes, particularly in times of rapid change.