Victor Alpaca

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT VICTOR ALPACA

A consultant diagnostic radiologist with over 20 years of medical experience, including 12 years of postgraduate clinical work and 3 years in the NHS and with a global teleradiology company. Subspecialised in cross-sectional imaging and paediatric radiology, he has a proven record of advanced diagnostic expertise, multidisciplinary teamwork, and active service delivery in both UK national and international settings. His roles span direct clinical care, teaching, audit, and leadership across academic and service organisations.He is also a Chartered Linguist and registered Cantonese-English public service interpreter, holding membership with the International Association of Professional Interpreters and Translators (IAPTI) and multiple UK interpreting qualifications, including a Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI, Health) and a Level 6 Diploma in Community Interpreting (DCI, Legal pathway). He also holds certifications from the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) and the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) in the United States. Additional academic qualifications include a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education from the University of Dundee and a Diploma in Translation (English ↔ Traditional Chinese) from the Chartered Institute of Linguists, reflecting sustained cross-cultural and educational engagement within the healthcare sector.His volunteer work includes contributing as an organic farmer with Caritas and supporting charitable causes such as Oxfam, demonstrating a commitment to social responsibility and community engagement.