I've heard differing answers to this question, and I have to say I don't really understand how having stomach acid in your throat would irritate your lungs so badly. Still, my doctor is investigating whether my cough could be caused by GERD. Yes, in fact coughing is quite a common side effect of GERD.
To become a registered biomedical scientist, you will need: 1  an Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) accredited BSc (Hons) degree. 2  at least one yearâs experience at an approved laboratory. 3  registration as a biomedical scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).tarting salary. Â£21,692 + per year. Biomedical scientists test samples from patients to support doctors and healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. If you enjoy science and you are interested in medicine and health care, this could be a great job choice for you.
Biomedical scientists work in healthcare to diagnose disease and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment through the analysis of fluids and tissue samples from patients. They provide the âengine roomâ of modern medicine with 70% of diagnoses based on the pathology results provided by laboratory services. Chartered Scientists-the Institute of Biomedical Science has been granted a licence by The Science Council to award the designation Chartered Scientist to qualifying IBMS members. Chartered Scientist is a mark of excellence and achievement.