I forgot to ask the doctor

In this fascinating episode, I interview Professor Subodh Dave about Burnout. We discuss risk factors, how to recognise it and interventions. We also bottom out if this is an individual or organisational problem. Not to be missed!Links: RCPsych Psychiatrists' Support Services - https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/members/workforce-wellbeing-hub/psychiatrists-support-serviceRCPsych Enjoying Work Collaborative -https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/improving-care/nccmh/quality-improvement-programmes/rcpsych-enjoying-work BMA Counselling and Peer Support Services - https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/your-wellbeing/wellbeing-support-services/counselling-and-peer-support-servicesDoctors in Distress - https://doctors-in-distress.org.uk/

In this episode I interview expert Colorectal Surgeon Professor Jamie Murphy about Bowel Cancer. We discuss screening, risks, investigations and treatments, including very exciting emerging treatments. Lots of fascinating questions from listeners at the end - one not to miss!

In this episode I interview international expert Professor Alexander Heazell about stillbirth. We discuss the risks, causes and strategies to prevent this devastating occurrence.  Listen until the end for interesting questions from listeners!

In this video we discuss the various eating disorders, their risks, diagnosis and treatment options. As always, listeners' questions are answered by the expert.Links:Beat Eating Disorders - https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk Eating Disorders support group - https://www.feast-ed.org/

Lupus is notoriously difficult to diagnose and will be missed if not considered. Professor Ian Bruce and I discuss the symptoms and signs, diagnosis and treatments. This complex condition is demystified.More information: https://www.lupusuk.org.uk/ 

In this episode I interview Professor K Ray Chaudhuri about Parkinson's Disease.  He provides expert insights into symptoms, diagnosis and treatments including the most recent cutting edge management strategies.

In this episode I interview the president of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists about vaginal prolapse.  We discuss risk factors, investigations, diagnosis and treatment options.Links: International Urogynaecological Society (IUGA): https://www.iuga.orgSqueezy app: https://squeezyapp.com

In this special edition episode I interview Professor Justin Clark and Dr Helgi Johnannsson about the options for pain relief for the important procedure of Hysteroscopy.  We untangle various controversies around this procedure.  Women are given an uneditied voice in this episode.

In this episode I interview Professor Stephen Lawrie about anxiety and depression. We discuss risk factors, symptoms and treatments. We compare the effectiveness of medical treatments and talking therapies. As always, listeners' questions are answered.

In this episode I interview Professor Carsten Flohr about childhood eczema. We discuss the diagnosis and treatment options, as well as the astounding relationship between eczema and food allergies. A truly phenomenal interview.Links: https://www.eczemacareonline.org.uk/en?language_set=1https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/

In this episode, I interview Dr Mars Skae about unhealthy overweight in children. We discuss risk factors, investigations and strategies to deal with this common condition which can have serious health consequences.

In this episode I interview Professor James Lindsay about inflammatory bowel disease - Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.  We discuss risk factors, symptoms, investigations and treatment options. As usual listener's questions are also addressed.

In this episode I interview Professor Sudha Sundar expert in ovarian cancer.  We discuss risk factors, symptoms - including their vague nature, treatment and outcomes.Links:https://targetovariancancer.org.ukhttps://ovarian.org.uk/https://eveappeal.org.uk/https://www.ovacome.org.uk/National Ovarian Cancer Audit Feasibility Pilot:http://www.ncin.org.uk/cancer_type_and_topic_specific_work/cancer_type_specific_work/gynaecological_cancer/gynaecological_cancer_hub/ovarian_cancer_audit_feasibility_pilotDoes HRT increase cancer risk (cancer research UK):https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/hormones-and-cancer/does-hormone-replacement-therapy-increase-cancer-risk#:~:text=Does%20HRT%20increase%20the%20risk%20of%20ovarian%20cancer%3F,if%20HRT%20wasn't%20taken

In this episode I interview global expert on MS Professor Gavin Giovannoni.  We discuss prevention, latest treatment options and potential cures.  We also talk about complimentary therapies and lifestyle modification.Links:https://www.mssociety.org.uk/https://mstrust.org.uk/https://www.nationalmssociety.org/https://gavingiovannoni.substack.com/ (MS-Selfie)

In this episode I interview Mr Bilal Alkhaffaf about Obesity and Bariatrics. We discuss the causes of obesity in the individual and as a society. We also talk about treatment strategies, the multidisciplinary team, what is involved in bariatric surgery and health tourism.

In this episode I discuss prostate cancer with Professor Mark Emberton, Consultant Urologist and Professor of Interventional Oncology. We discuss screening, diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.Link: https://prostatecanceruk.org/

In this episode I discuss the menopause and HRT with Dr Paula Briggs, Chair of the British Menopausal Society.  We also discuss alternative treatments for menopausal symptoms and the recent increase in profile of the menopause on social media fuelled by celebrities and politicians.Links: https://www.imsociety.org/education/impart-registration/ Oasis 4 study - research@ldh.nhs.uk 

In this episode I interview Dr Raj Mathur, consultant in reproductive medicine and Chair of the British Fertility Society. We discuss IVF and all things fertility, including donor eggs, surrogacy, egg freezing etc. 

In this episode I interview Professor Max Fehily about hip replacement surgery.  We discuss risk factors, timing, technique and complications.

In this episode I interview Professor Partha Kar about diabetes.  In this very interesting interview we discuss symptoms, risk factors, investigations and treatment options for diabetes.Please see link below for American Diabetes Association webpage, which discusses genetics and diabetes:https://diabetes.org/diabetes/genetics-diabetes

In this episode I interview Mr Lester Barr about breast cancer.  In this fascinating interview we discuss symptoms, investigations, treatment options and strategies for prevention of breast cancer.

In this episode I interview Professor Adam Balen about the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). We discuss the symptoms, investigations and treatment options. We also discuss how the syndrome can affect women differently and how management strategies can differ depending on symptomatology. Finally, we talk about how PCOS can affect fertility.We discussed these resources: http://www.verity-pcos.org.uk, https://rcog.org.ukThe Fertility Book by Adam H. Balen and Grace Dugdale.

In this episode I interview Professor Matthew Phillips, consultant in genitourinary medicine. We discuss sexually transmitted infections, including symptoms, investigations, treatment, contact tracing and confidentiality. 

In this episode, I interview Professor Emma Crosbie, consultant gynaecologic oncologist about endometrial (womb) cancer. We discuss  symptoms, red flags (including abnormal bleeding and postmenopausal bleeding), investigations (including hysteroscopy) and treatment options. We also discuss Lynch syndrome.

In this episode, I interview Dr Edi-Osagie, complex endometriosis surgeon. We discuss endometriosis- the diagnosis, investigations and management of this common, yet potentially debilitating disease.