Episode 17 - Anxiety & Depression

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/