James Robson awarded honorary degree by Queen Margaret University
Scottish Rugby’s recently retired Chief Medical Officer, Dr James Robson, was this week (July 2) awarded an honorary degree from Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh.
Dr James, alongside Professor Alex McMahon, former Chief Nursing Officer for Scotland, were both honoured with a Degree of Doctor of the University, Honoris Causa.
After a distinguished career, of which 30 years were spent with Scottish Rugby, James stood down from service at the end of the Guinness Six Nations earlier this year, his telling contribution perhaps best highlighted by the acclaim offered by players and supporters alike when lifting the Calcutta Cup at Scottish Gas Murrayfield in February.
From a humble introduction as a physio during the 1991 Rugby World Cup, Dr James’ ubiquitous tenure at Scottish Rugby saw him become national team doctor, before being appointed Chief Medical Officer in 2005.
He is also revered for his part in the famous British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa in 1997, through the life-saving care he administered to Will Greenwood, as well as an equally vital role in assisting Scotland winger Thom Evans, who suffered a potentially life-changing injury against Wales in 2010.
James retired from duty with Scottish Rugby having been an integral part of the medical team for no fewer than eight Rugby World Cup campaigns and six British & Irish Lions tours.
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