Edinburgh doctor returns to medicine after using bridge to aid brain tumour recovery
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Edinburgh doctor returns to medicine after using bridge to aid brain tumour recovery

7 Sep 2026 · Originally published 7 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: Doctor who survived brain tumour says card game helped her return to medicine
After a 10cm brain tumour diagnosis left her struggling with communication and concentration, Dr Trish Gordon found that playing bridge helped her rebuild the cognitive skills needed for her career. She has now successfully returned to medicine, marking a significant milestone in her recovery after being medically retired in 2015.
Source: STV News Greater London
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