The team at Maternal Newborn Health Innovations wishes to express our deep condolences at the passing of our dear colleague and friend Professor Tim Draycott. Starting in 2015 we had the privilege of working closely with Tim and his maternity staff at Southmead Hospital Bristol and the PROMPT Maternity Foundation for developing a new method to perform assisted vaginal birth. Tim’s expertise, leadership, objectivity, candor, and overall professional drive were essential and paramount to the progress that was achieved.  His considerable skills as a presenter and his incredible sense of humor captivated large audiences while creating awareness and interest in the opportunity to improve birth outcomes.  His groundbreaking research and publications on critical safety issues in maternal and perinatal health helped to enlighten and improve obstetric practices throughout the world.

Tim’s presence and comradery will be hugely missed by those of us who had the privilege of working closely with him.  We will do our best to honor his legacy by committing ourselves to continue the work he championed.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Tim’s family and closest colleagues.  May his memory be a source of strength and a blessing to all who are committed to improving maternal and newborn health globally.