31/07/2026
As draws to a close, we’re speaking to Daniel Godlieb, Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner, to learn more about his life and career.
Daniel is of Sri Lankan heritage and grew up in the Middle East, explaining how this blend of cultures taught him to “adapt, connect with others, and find common ground with people from all walks of life.”
The 37-year-old said: “My strong work ethic and resilience are deeply rooted in my Sri Lankan heritage. I was raised with the belief that no matter the challenge, you keep moving forward with determination and purpose.”
Inspired by a desire to build a meaningful career and help people through some of the most difficult times of their lives, Daniel became a Paramedic at the age of 21 and spent eight years working for the ambulance service across the West Midlands.
“That frontline experience gave me an incredible grounding in emergency care and a deep understanding of the communities I was serving.”
He has since moved into Emergency Medicine as a Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner.
When asked which aspects of Sri Lankan culture have influenced him the most, Daniel highlights “kindness, patience, and resilience.”
“There’s a real Sri Lankan spirit of facing adversity with dignity, and I see it reflected perfectly in the Sri Lanka cricket team,” he said. “We’re the side that doesn’t fold when the run rate gets steep or the wickets start tumbling. We fight until the very last ball because giving up simply isn’t in our nature.”
Daniel believes that celebrating cultural heritage is “essential” to building strong NHS workforces enriched by diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Reflecting on the importance of South Asian Heritage Month, he said: “It’s about recognising that the values so many of us draw from our heritage genuinely shape the care our patients receive.
“Understanding where your colleagues come from helps build stronger teams, more inclusive workplaces, and ultimately better patient care.”
