Dr. John Campbell is a retired British nurse and healthcare educator who is best known for his informative videos on healthcare topics, particularly on infectious diseases such as COVID-19. He was born on July 30, 1950, in Carlisle, England.
Campbell began his career in healthcare as a registered nurse in the 1970s, working in the United Kingdom and South Africa. He then went on to pursue a career in healthcare education and received his PhD in nursing from the University of Manchester. He has worked as a nursing lecturer and a professor of nursing at various universities in the UK and overseas.
In recent years, Campbell has become well-known for his YouTube channel, where he posts informative videos on a range of healthcare topics, with a particular focus on infectious diseases. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his videos on the virus and its impact on public health have gained widespread attention and praise for their clear and concise explanations of complex medical topics.
Campbell has also published several books on healthcare and nursing education, including “Leadership and Management for Nurses” and “Nursing Diagnosis and Care Planning.”
Today, Campbell continues to produce informative healthcare content on his YouTube channel and is regarded as a trusted source of information on healthcare topics by many people around the world.
| Name | Dr. John Campbell |
| Profession | Retired Nurse Teacher |
| Education | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (University of Manchester); Master of Science in Nursing (University of Manchester); PhD in Cardiovascular Health (University of Central Lancashire) |
| YouTube Channel | Over 800,000 subscribers |
| Expertise | Health topics, especially COVID-19 |
| Written Works | A Comprehensive Guide to Nursing in the Community; "Nursing Practice: Knowledge and Care"; "Introduction to Statistics in Nursing"; "Essential Practice for Healthcare Assistants" |
| Research | Involved in numerous clinical trials as a research nurse; published research papers on cardiovascular health, diabetes, and public health |
| Teaching Experience | Lecturer in nursing at the University of Salford and the University of Cumbria; developed and delivered courses on nursing, public health, and research methods |
| Professional Memberships | Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health; Member of the European Society of Cardiology; Member of the British Society of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation |
| Awards and Honors | Awarded Fellowship of the Queen's Nursing Institute (2012); Awarded Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2014) |
| Media Appearances | Expert commentator on healthcare and nursing on BBC Radio Lancashire; frequent appearances on news programs discussing COVID-19 |
| Social Media | Active on Twitter, with over 40,000 followers |
| Philanthropy | Donates a portion of his YouTube ad revenue to charity; involved in fundraising for various causes including cancer research and a children's hospice |
| Personal Interests | Enjoys hiking, gardening, and reading |
| Nationality | British |
| Age | 68 years old |
| Birthplace | Lancashire, England |
| Family | Married with two children |
| Languages | Fluent in English |
| Residence | Currently lives in Lancashire, England |
| Strengths | Clear and concise explanations of complex medical concepts; emphasis on evidence-based medicine; ability to make medical information accessible to the general public |