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Dr. Doireann discusses all things health, lifestyle and well-being, sharing important messages on healthy living with her listeners.

Dr. Doireann’s Podcast


    • Jan 17, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 42m AVG DURATION
    • 27 EPISODES


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    S5 Ep2: BRCA Gene Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 45:28


    I discuss the reality of a BRCA gene mutation diagnosis with Kritsa Costello of BRCA Ireland. Krista shares her incredible, inspiring and courageous story.

    S5 Ep1: Treatment of HPV; Papilocare with Dr. Damian Dexeus.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 32:55


    I discuss Papilocare, a new over the counter, vaginal gel treatment for HPV with Dr. Damian Dexeus.  Dr. Damian Dexeus, Medical Director of the Women's Gynaecological Clinic in Barcelona is a specialist in Gynaecology and Obstetrics. His interests include the study of premature babies, Human papillomavirus (HPV), gynaecological cancer and breast cancer." This interview was made possible thanks to an educational grant provided by Papilocare.

    S4 Ep6: ISGO: Public and Patient Involvement

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 25:30


    "Nothing About Me Without Me": Sharon O'Toole is a senior research fellow in Trinity College Dublin working in the area of gynaecological cancer. She sits on the board of ISGO and co-founded a public and patient involvement group (ISGOPPI) within the society. Public and patient involvement known as PPI is where patients and members of the public get involved in research, working in partnership with healthcare professionals, scientists, allied health to improve the patient experience and to ultimately make an impact on patient outcomes. Patient advocate Bridget explains what motivates her to get involved in PPI projects, how she protects herself psychologically and emotionally whilst advocating for patients. 

    S4 Ep5: ISGO: Gestational Trophoblastic Disease

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 44:02


    Dr. John Coulter, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecological Oncologist and Clinical Lead of The National Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Centre at Cork University Maternity Hospital explains Gestational Trophoblastic Disease, also known as "Molar Pregnancy". Patient advocate, Rachel shares her lived experience of GTD. 

    S4 Ep4: ISGO: Psychosexual Impact of Fertility Treatment and Cancer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 35:06


    In this episode I speak with Tamsin who discusses the impact of fertility and cancer treatment had and still has on her relationship. I also speak with Dr. Yvonne O'Meara, Systemic Psychotherapist and Psychosocial Oncologist, who gives expert insight in to the psychosexual impact of cancer on relationships. For more information on gynaecological cancer please visit https://thisisgo.ie/

    S4 Ep3: Redefining Palliative Care.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 34:37


    In episode 3 of The ISGO podcast we speak with Dr. Karie Dennehy and Dr. Miriam Colleran, Consultants in Palliative Medicine about the care they give to patients and their family. We then speak with Anne, a patient living with Ovarian Cancer; Anne describes what Palliative Medicine means to her. References from our discussion with Dr. Miriam Colleran: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33547717/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/pon.5648

    S4 Ep3: Redefining Palliative Care.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 34:45


    In episode 3 of The ISGO podcast we speak with Dr. Karie Dennehy and Dr. Miriam Colleran, Consultants in Palliative Medicine about the care they give to patients and their family. We then speak with Anne, a patient living with Ovarian Cancer; Anne describes what Palliative Medicine means to her. References from our discussion with Dr. Miriam Colleran: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33547717/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/pon.5648

    S4 Ep2: ISGO: Living with Ovarian Cancer and PARP Inhibitor Medications.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 28:48


    In episode 2 of the ISGO podcast, we speak with Dr. Dearbhaile Collins, Consultant Medical Oncologist, who explains medications known as PARP inhibitors, how they work and who they're suitable for. We then speak with Jenny, a patient living with Ovarian Cancer, and who takes a PARP inhibitor medication.

    S4 Ep1: ISGO: Lived Experience of Genetic Testing.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 32:49


    Genetic screening is recommended when a specific cancer appears to run in a family. BRCA and Lynch syndrome are two conditions, that when inherited, predispose someone to developing a number of different cancers.  BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 are tumour suppressor genes. When they function normally they stop cells in the breast, ovary and other tissues from dividing too rapidly and also repair errors that happen when cells do divide. Mutations in these genes result in a higher risk of developing cancer of ovary and breast.  Lynch syndrome predisposes to a number of cancers - most commonly colon, uterine and ovarian cancer. Lynch syndrome arises due to errors in a process called mismatch repair. Mismatch repair is a process of DNA repair that typically involves four different genes.

    S3 Ep5: How to Reduce Risk of Pelvic Floor Injury and Instrumental Delivery During Childbirth; What You Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 54:24


    Shalini Wiseman is back with her top tips for childbirth and how to reduce risk of pelvic floor injury, episiotomy and instrumental delivery. A must listen for all pregnant women, their partners and anyone on their TTC journey

    S3 Ep4: Botox to Bladder Retraining; Dr. Breffni Anglim O'Regan explains the causes of and treatment options for urinary incontinence.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 52:44


    Dr. Breffni Anglim O'Regan is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a Subspecialist in Urogynaecology and Pelvic Floor Reconstructive Surgery in the Coombe Women and Infants University Hospital. Dr. Anglim O'Regan explains the lifestyle changes that we can make to strengthen our pelvic floor and reduce severity of urinary incontinence as well as medical and surgical treatment options. You don't have to suffer in silence with this very common women's health condition.

    S3 Ep3: Dr. Mick Crotty, GP with Special Interest in Bariatric Medicine, explains the Science, Physiology and Psychology of Weight Management and Everything We Need to Know About “Weight Management Injections” like Wegovy.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 75:47


    Dr. Mick Crotty is an Irish GP with a special interest in Bariatric Medicine and founder of My Best Weight, a Leading Obesity Management Centre in Europe. In this episode, Dr. Crotty explains why there's more to weight than “calories in vs. calories out”, how exactly weight management injections work, when Wegovy will be available in Ireland, why he and the team at My Best Weight view obesity as chronic disease to be managed just like any other illness, as well as explaining what exactly is meant by “Best Weight”.

    S3 Ep2: “You Should Be Able to Pick Your Vulva Out In a Line Up!” and More Pearls of Wisdom from Leading Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist Ms. Shalini Wiseman.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 55:59


    Leading Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist in Ireland, Ms. Shalini Wiseman shares her passion for empowering women and explains why there's a lot more to a healthy pelvic floor than doing kegels at the traffic lights! Shalini discusses her more considered and mindful approach to pelvic floor exercises, how she contributes to the management of pelvic floor health during and after pregnancy, urinary incontinence, pain during intercourse, endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain. Every woman needs to listen to this! 

    S3 Ep1: "What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Gut" with Professor Barbara Ryan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 59:19


    Professor Barbara Ryan, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Tallaght University Hospital, one half of The Gut Experts and author of “What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Gut”  chats with me about… -          the gut-brain-axis -          why some people suffer from bloating and other don't -          how our breathing pattern determines how much we bloat…fascinating!  -          why our gut microbiome is so important and every day steps we can take to support our gut health for overall health -          whether or not probiotics are worth the hype -          why you should NOT do high street food allergy tests -          what exactly is the FLAT Gut Diet -          Is the low FODMAP diet for IBS too restrictive 

    6: Breast Cancer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021 27:06


    Mr. Peter O'Leary explains the risk factors for breast cancer as well as the signs, symptoms, treatment and reconstruction options. This podcast is supported by Primark for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

    5: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome & Fibroids

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2021 35:19


    Dr. Vicky O'Dwyer, Obstetrician and Director of Gynaecology at The Rotunda Hospital, discussed the symptoms, diagnosis, fertility implications and treatment options of PCOS and Fibroids. 

    4: Breastfeeding

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2021 52:53


    Dr. Meredith Kinoshita, Paediatric SpR, discusses the benefits of breastfeeding as well as identifying ways we can support families who choose breastfeeding. Orla Dorgan, General Practice Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, gives practical advice on how to establish and maintain breastfeeding as well as tips and tricks for common pitfalls. 

    3: Anxiety in Children

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 27:47


    Dr. Niamh Lynch, Consultant Paediatrician, describes the signs and symptoms of anxiety in children of different ages and how to speak to children about anxiety.

    2: Menopause

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2021 44:10


    Dr. Deirdre Lundy explains perimenopause and menopause; the symptoms, the diagnosis, treatment and why it's so important for our physical and mental health. 

    1: Endometriosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021 44:39


    Dr. Hugh O'Connor, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at The Coombe Hospital in Dublin discusses symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and management of endometriosis as well as its impact on fertility, quality of life and pregnancy. 

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    7: Dr. Noirin Russell, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and Clinical Director of Cervical Check

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 24:04


    In this episode I discuss the new HPV screening program with Dr. Noirin Russell, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and Clinical Director of Cervical Check. Dr. Russell explains the changes that came in to effect in July 2020, how HPV effects the cervix and the symptoms of cervical cancer to always get checked. 

    6: Hair Health Part 2 with Dr. Maurice Collins of Hair Restoration Blackrock

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 31:44


    In this episode I speak more about hair health and hair restoration with Dr. Maurice Collins, Clinical Director of Hair Restoration Blackrock. Dr. Collins gives some tips on hair care, hair products and the supplements that matter most. The aim of my podcast is to speak with the experts to share the facts.  Dr. Collins is passionate about hair health which is clear given in his 70's and is still performing surgery! A very inspirational person who was most enjoyable to speak with and learn from. I hope you enjoy it too.

    5: Hair Loss and Hair Health (Part 1) with Dr. Dmitri Wall, Consultant Dermaotologist.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2020 39:41


    The aim of my podcast is to share medical information in an easy and understandable way. I ask the experts the questions and they share the facts with us. I hope you enjoy this episode on hair loss and hair health with Consultant Dermatologist at Hair Restoration Blackrock, Dr. Dmitri Wall.

    4: Dr. Doireann with Allison Keating, Chartered Psychologist

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2020 51:46


    In this episode I discuss coping with adversity with Dr. Allison Keating, Chartered Psychologist.

    3: Dr. Doireann with The Fertility Hack

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 49:11


    In this episode I discuss optimising fertility, fertility investigations and treatments as well as the psychological impact of infertility with Laura Hackett, Fertility Nurse Specialist at The Waterstone Clinic

    2: Botox, Fillers and Aesthetics with Consultant Surgeon Ms. Eilis Fitzgerald

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 48:44


    In this episode I ask Ms. Eilis Fitzgerald, Consultant in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at The Beacon Hospital, how to safely proceed with Botox and fillers. 

    1: Women's Health with Dr. Mary Ryan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 48:37


    In this episode I discuss hormonal imbalance, PMS, periods and all things women's health

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