Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchEp 118 – Altitude medicine: the role of the expedition doctor
Global travel offers many opportunities for adventure – but some come with medical considerations. An infrequent but important consultation is altitu…
1 year, 11 months ago
Ep 117 – Improving early diagnosis of type 2 diabetes: addressing the challenge of undiagnosed cases
Undiagnosed type 2 diabetes is an increasing and concerning trend in the UK, particularly among Black and Asian ethnic groups and in areas of high de…
1 year, 11 months ago
Ep 116 – Transient loss of consciousness
Transient loss of consciousness (TLoC) affects nearly half the population of the UK at some point in their lives and is not an uncommon presentation …
2 years ago
Ep 115 – Polycystic ovary syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinopathy in women of reproductive age, as well as being a major cause of infertility and pr…
2 years ago
Ep 114 – Erectile dysfunction
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa discusses erectile dysfunction. Using the latest guidelines, this episode takes you through everything to consider wh…
2 years ago
Ep 113 – Vaping: an update
Quitting smoking is the single most important thing a smoker can do to improve their health, and with the right combination of support, medication an…
2 years ago
Ep 112 – Acne: getting the management spot on
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa discusses a condition that affects 95% of people aged 11–30 to some extent: acne. The 2021 NICE guideline on acne vul…
2 years, 1 month ago
Ep 111 – Testicular torsion
Testicular torsion is a urological emergency that usually affects young men, and a high index of suspicion is vital to ensure prompt diagnosis and ma…
2 years, 1 month ago
Ep 110 – Sexual violence (part 2)
Disclosing sexual violence is a difficult and emotional prospect for a patient and the way a GP responds can set the course of that person’s journey.…
2 years, 1 month ago
Ep 109 – Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid gland, is increasingly common as people get older, but it may often be undiagnosed or diagnosed late due to…
2 years, 1 month ago