“When I started, I was a bit squeamish – which I was quite embarrassed about, as I’m not normally,” claims Hannah Daniel, as she introduces her new Holby City character, junior medic Leah Faulkner, who arrives on AAU this week. “I’ve been enjoying all the medical stuff, though, especially the theatre scenes – the prosthetics are so impressive!”
Fortunately, blood and gore is no issue for newbie Leah, who is off to a cracking start as she gets stuck into her new position – impressing boss Serena with her skills.
“Leah’s a bit older than your usual junior doctor, which gives her a confidence,” says Hannah. “She’s irreverent – without being rude – and isn’t scared of hierarchy. So she’s straight in there with Serena, which I think she finds…