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Professor Nick Maynard (OKS, Walpole 1975–79) is a Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon based in Oxford. Since 2010, he has worked extensively in Gaza, including leading Medical Aid for Palestine (MAP)’s first emergency medical team to the region in 2023. He is currently Chair of MAP’s Board of Trustees and has shared his experiences through national media appearances including on Sky News, Good Morning Britain, and LBC. In 2025, he was awarded the Humanitarian Medal, the first of its kind, by King Charles III in recognition of his work in Gaza.
Professor Maynard will share his experiences as a surgeon and emergency medical aid worker, alongside his first-hand perspective on the current conflict in Israel and Palestine.
This talk is for pupils and staff, but we are delighted to be extending the invitation to local OKS and parents. Please RSVP using the link below so that we know how many people to expect.
Date: Monday 9 February 2026, 7:15pm
Venue: The Science Auditorium at The King's School Canterbury (on the left as you enter the Mint Yard Gate).
