Life After The Letters

In my first episode, I talk to you about my latest bingeing obsession. Nope not Netflix, but Masterclass! Recently I've been listening to Chris Voss' take on what it means to be a successful communicator. I discuss the three techniques of Mirroring, Labelling & Mastering Delivery. These are all methods I've tried in my consultations with patients and conversations in my real life lol. Check it out and let me know what you think. If you like the episode, please give me a 5 star rating over on iTunes. And always feel free to drop me a message/share the episode over on my Instagram page @amileya. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life After The Letters is back with a new format and solo host! Dr Amile will be back and sharing her reflections as a junior doctor in the NHS. New episodes every Monday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mr David Sellu is a surgeon and the author of the auto-biographical book Did He Save Lives?. In this candid book, he chronicles his journey as a well respected doctor with an impeccable record. We learn of the tragic circumstances that resulted in a patient death and a conviction of manslaughter. Having spent 40 years of his career working as a Consultant Colorectal Surgeon in West London, his life was irrevocably changed with investigations and imprisonment. After serving a 15 month sentence, Mr Sellu was released and granted an appeal. His conviction was overturned with buried evidence & he has since been exonerated of blame.Today's episode is an insight into the traumas and triumphs he faced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Robin Fawcett is an American-trained GP based in the UK. She is known for her holistic approach to wellness and her personal journey as a breast cancer patient. She joins Amile & Suba to share her unique perspective and unpredictable career trajectory.From being a child with dreams of being an Astronaut to dealing with difficult health situations amongst family, no stone is left unturned. We explore how literature and travel have informed her views on the world and the construct of 'Medicine' we practice everyday. We are also given an intimate into her experience of being on the other side of the doctor-patient relationship.You will leave this episode feeling more empowered to learn from the world and people around you. An absolute must-listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of you will remember the article that went viral earlier this year detailing the everyday 'petty tortures' inflicted on NHS doctors. Dr Jo Poole, an anaesthetic trainee, recounted her experiences of being treated poorly in a blogpost that went gained traction and then went on to form that article. After she shared her blog, she received hundreds of stories from junior doctors with a wide variety of horrific experiences.These included not being able to visit dying relatives, having to work after receiving cancer diagnoses during work & not being able to guarantee time off for your own wedding. She put these case studies together in a shocking (but relatable) dossier & has since worked with NHS stakeholders to improve the wellbeing of doctors.Listen to Dr Amile & Dr Suba sit with Jo as they discuss her story and the direction we need to go in to supporting our nations young doctors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Amile & Suba sit down with social psychologist and 'perfectionism' expert, Dr Thomas Curran. He's a Professor at the LSE and has recently done a TED talk looking at today's obsession with Perfectionism. We talk about how our favourite flaw needs to be examined & taken seriously as a causative factor for mental illness. We think about how doctors and other professionals are perfect candidates for developing this trait. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this episode, Amile sat down with a champion of diverse medical careers, property investment and co-owner of EurekaDoc, Dr Lafina Diamandis. Though the converstaion could have gone in several directions, they focussed on the minefield of Property Investment. They talk about the importance of leveraging your resources & realising that mindset is just as important (if not more!) than money. You can pre-order Dr Lafina's second book 'Property Investing For Doctors: Proven Strategies For Aspiring Investors' for the special price of £3.99 before it launches on Wednesday 5th December. Essential reading for all you current and aspiring home/property owners! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the first time this season, Amile and Suba sit down over a Skype phonecall to chat about life as doctors out of training. They focus on Suba's brave move to New Zealand where she is working as a doctor in Auckland. They talk about the professional maturity they have developed, working life abroad & also reveal the career direction Suba wants to pursue. PS: Forgive us for the poor quality of some of the sound! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Amile sits down with the accomplished (and very cool) Dr Seema Yasmin. She grew up in East London, studied Medicine at Cambridge and has since found herself working across the world in various capacities.Though a doctor by name, she is a storyteller by nature. Her CV reads like no other. She worked as a CDC Epidemiologist during the Ebola Crisis, a News Anchor in the USA & a University Professor. She has done TED talks, written books, poetry & cares about social justice. In her most recently published book 'The Impatient Dr Lange' she details the life of her brilliantly eccentric mentor whose life was sadly cut short in the tragic MH17 plane crash.We learn how stories can offer solutions & why we must see our heroes as imperfect. Tune in. You won't be dissappointed!Connect with her on Instagram and Twitter. Also check out her books, The Impatient Dr Lange (out now) & Debunked! (to be released in 2019). Her poetry and Ted Talks can also be found online. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Amile & Suba head out of the recording studio to meet their next guest at his clinic on London’s Harley Street. Dr Tijion Esho is an award winning cosmetic doctor specialising in non-surgical techniques. He has clinics in London, Newcastle & Dubai and developed sold-out lip care products. In addition to his media and cosmetic work, he does philanthropic good through The Esho Charity Initiative. We talk about his journey from surgery to aesthetics, the influence of his Nigerian parents and why it’s important to find contentment within success. Listen for pearls of wisdom and many laughs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.