The Eco Medics Podcast

Join us in this episode as Dr Tamsin Ellis shares insight into the exciting work occurring around sustainability within general practice, highlighting green hotspots in the field and the need to involve the full MDT to reach net zero. Visit our website for more eco content www.ecomedics.co.uk  ~ This episode is sponsored by Holt. Head to www.holtdoctors.co.uk to learn more ~

We are privileged to be joined by American professor of anaesthesiology, Harriet Hopf, to discuss the realities of delivering safe infection control measures and debunking the need for single-use equipment. In this episode we cover the challenges and potential solutions around PPE, surgical equipment and how we can move towards evidence-based practice to reach net zero. Visit our website for more eco content www.ecomedics.co.uk ~ This episode is sponsored by Holt. Head to www.holtdoctors.co.uk to learn more ~

Hear from Dr Chantelle Rizan, world leader in researching and implementing approaches towards sustainability within surgery. In this episode, we discuss the challenges faced in achieving net zero in surgery and the work needed to adapt the specialty accordingly. We cover so much in this discussion so expect to feel informed and inspired to take this knowledge forward into the clinical setting. Visit our website for more eco content www.ecomedics.co.uk ~ This episode is sponsored by Holt. Head to www.holtdoctors.co.uk to learn more ~

Dr Nick Watts is Chief Sustainability Officer of the NHS. In this episode he takes us through the commitment the NHS has made towards becoming fully net zero and the exciting innovations towards achieving this goal. Gain valuable insight into the brains behind the journey to becoming a sustainable health service and what you can do to be a part of it.  Visit our website for more eco content www.ecomedics.co.uk ~ This episode is sponsored by Mantara Health Ltd., provider of state-of-the-art pharmacogenomic testing services. Head to www.mantara.co to learn more ~

Join us in this insightful discussion around the impacts of incorporating a more plant-based diet for both ourselves, our patients and the planet. Dr Shireen Kassam, founder of Plant Based Health Professionals equips us with eye-opening insights into nutrition, untangles myths around vegan diets and delves into the benefits of these in taking urgent action to protect our planet.  Visit our website for more eco content www.ecomedics.co.uk  ~ If you would like to sponsor an episode, email [email protected] ~

In this episode, Dr Richard Hixson shines a spotlight on oceanic health and the critical role they play in our battle to curb climate change. Co-founder of Healthcare Ocean, former board member of the Centre of Sustainable Healthcare and ICU doctor, Richard eloquently highlights the need for cross-sector change.  Visit our website for more eco content www.ecomedics.co.uk  ~ If you would like to sponsor an episode, email [email protected] ~

An expert in the intersection between climate change, health and migration, Dr Rita Issa shares incredible insights to her work on the ground with Greenpeace, Doctors for Extinction Rebellion and the need to mobilise communities to protect our environment. Dr Issa highlights the health impacts of climate change and why, as healthcare professionals, it is our duty to advocate for the health of our patients.  Visit our website for more eco content www.ecomedics.co.uk ~This episode is sponsored by Celo. www.celohealth.com ~

Prof Hugh Montgomery shares his astounding knowledge about the climate crisis. This interview hits us with the harsh realities of the emergency we are faced with and offers practical ways to bring about change, highlighting the responsibility we have as individuals towards achieving environmental sustainability.  Visit our website for more eco content www.ecomedics.co.uk ~This episode is sponsored by World Extreme Medicine. www.worldextrememedicine.com ~

We are excited to introduce to you The Eco Medics Podcast. We have an incredible range of guests who will get your brains ticking about the environment and  fire you into action to protect our planet.