Dr. Beth Healey

Dr Beth Healey is a British medical doctor and renowned speaker, celebrated for her extraordinary experiences in extreme environments. As a speaker, she brings unique insights into resilience, teamwork, and human performance under pressure, captivating audiences across corporate, scientific, and educational sectors. With a calm, compelling presence and the ability to translate complex science into powerful narratives, Beth has inspired organisations such as the NHS, European Space Agency, and major global conferences including TEDxNHS and New Scientist Live. Her talks are not only engaging but deeply thought-provoking, offering practical lessons in leadership, adaptability, and mental endurance.

Beth’s journey began in medicine, specialising in emergency and polar medicine, driven by a fascination with the limits of human physiology and psychology. Her career took a defining turn when she was selected by the European Space Agency (ESA) to serve as a research doctor at Concordia Station in Antarctica – one of the most isolated and hostile environments on Earth. This mission, known as “White Mars,” aimed to simulate the conditions of a future Mars expedition. Spending a year in extreme isolation, she conducted pioneering research on the psychological effects of confinement and darkness, laying the groundwork for understanding how humans might survive deep space missions.

In recent years, Beth has expanded her portfolio of work to include medical and logistical support for expeditions across Svalbard, Siberia, Greenland, and the North Pole. She continues to collaborate with leading space and research organisations, contributing to the future of space exploration. Her work has been featured by international media outlets, and she is increasingly sought after for her expertise on how humans adapt to extremes – not just physically, but emotionally and socially. As a speaker, she expertly weaves these experiences into stories that resonate with both scientific audiences and business leaders.

Organisations hire Beth not only for her rare field experience but because she understands what it takes to perform under the most demanding conditions. She offers a rare perspective that blends science, adventure, and human insight, making her talks both impactful and deeply human. Whether addressing leadership in uncertainty or resilience in adversity, she leaves her audiences with a sense of awe – and the tools to thrive.