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E114: How One Doctor Transitioned into Web 3.0 - Dr Sam Dhesi (Co-founder & CEO of Popp)

E114: How One Doctor Transitioned into Web 3.0 - Dr Sam Dhesi (Co-founder & CEO of Popp)

In this week’s episode Sam shares his whirlwind journey from medicine, startups, consultancy to Web 3.0. We delve into his mindset and the decision making processes he used when transitioning careers. Sam shares the value of networking and why he loves connecting with and helping others. We spend time discussing his new startup Popp and the future of Web 3.0.     Dr Sam Dhesi is the Co-founder & CEO of Web3 and big data startup Popp. Prior to this he held positions as the Head of Emerging Technologies at the Department of Health and Social Care, and Director of Secondary Care at Lantum. Connect with Sam  LinkedIn https://www.joinpopp.com/ How to Start working In Health Tech - Dr Sam Dhesi ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor - YFood Fellow doctors, entrepreneurs, professionals…busy people… sometimes getting a meal in is difficult, it happens - but we need to fuel our body with what it needs.  I want to tell you about YFood, a balanced, simple and quite tasty wholesome ready to drink meal. Yes meal. That means it keeps you full for about 5 hours making sure you don’t become hangry and unproductive, but also its packed with 26 vitamins and minerals not forgetting to mention 33g of protein. They’re not joking, if you don't believe us ⬇️ Check it out!  You also get a cheeky 20% discount 😄 ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- The Scrubbed In Show: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on Instagram & Twitter [email protected]
01:02:2228/11/2022
E113: Transitioning from a Clinician to a Medical Advisor in Healthtech - Dr Claudia Pastides (Flo App - Director of Medical Accuracy)

E113: Transitioning from a Clinician to a Medical Advisor in Healthtech - Dr Claudia Pastides (Flo App - Director of Medical Accuracy)

In this week’s episode Dr Claudia shares her journey from practicing GP to medical advisor + content creator in the world of Healthtech. We delve into her passion for writing and how she landed her first opportunity via LinkedIn. Claudia shares the moments of burnout she experienced working as a GP and how more fulfilled she is in her role at Flo app. We discuss the role of social media, online presence and how to transition from clinician into alternative careers outside medicine.  Dr Claudia Pastides is the Director of Medical Accuracy (Content) at Flo app and former Medical content manager at Babylon Health, GP (MRCGP 2016, MBBS)  Articles from Dr Claudia How To Go from Being a Practicing Physician to a Medical Advisor in HealthTech How to build a personal brand: A Guide for medical professionals Connect with Dr Claudia on LinkedIn ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor - YFood Fellow doctors, entrepreneurs, professionals…busy people… sometimes getting a meal in is difficult, it happens - but we need to fuel our body with what it needs.  I want to tell you about YFood, a balanced, simple and quite tasty wholesome ready to drink meal. Yes meal. That means it keeps you full for about 5 hours making sure you don’t become hangry and unproductive, but also its packed with 26 vitamins and minerals not forgetting to mention 33g of protein. They’re not joking, if you don't believe us ⬇️ Check it out!  You also get a cheeky 20% discount 😄 ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- The Scrubbed In Show: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates [email protected]
50:0120/11/2022
E112: Eliminating Delayed and Missed Diagnoses in the World using AI - Dr Tom Kelly (CEO & Co-Founder Heidi Health)

E112: Eliminating Delayed and Missed Diagnoses in the World using AI - Dr Tom Kelly (CEO & Co-Founder Heidi Health)

In this week’s episode Dr Tom Kelly shares his journey from leaving surgical training to building an AI driven app (OSCER.AI) to help medical students pass OSCEs to more recently pivoting to Heidi Health. We delve into his mindset for impact and why he is so passionate about eliminating missed diagnosis using AI. Tom shares a crazy story about pitching to investors in blood stained scrubs and why clinicians need to be open to the future of a digital first experience. We end by sharing advice and tips for budding entrepreneurs.         Dr Tom Kelly is the co-founder and CEO of Heidi Health, he has a background in mathematics and has founded companies in education and technology. He built Heidi to eliminate missed diagnoses by reducing the time it takes to deliver great primary care with a delightful experience for patients and doctors. Learn more about Dr Tom Kelly LinkedIn - Dr Tom Kelly https://www.heidihealth.com.au/ ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor - YFood Fellow doctors, entrepreneurs, professionals…busy people… sometimes getting a meal in is difficult, it happens - but we need to fuel our body with what it needs.  I want to tell you about YFood, a balanced, simple and quite tasty wholesome ready to drink meal. Yes meal. That means it keeps you full for about 5 hours making sure you don’t become hangry and unproductive, but also its packed with 26 vitamins and minerals not forgetting to mention 33g of protein. They’re not joking, if you don't believe us ⬇️ Check it out!  You also get a cheeky 20% discount 😄 ------------------------------------- Check out our latest platform Peerr Where healthcare professionals learn, share knowledge and get paid! ✍️ Make your own quizzes and study notes for revision 🗒 Learn from your peers' quizzes - over 5,000+ Questions and 200+ Articles 💰 ...and when people do your quizzes or read your notes, you earn money!   Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 1 Month FREE Premium www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- The Scrubbed In Show: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates [email protected]
01:08:4230/10/2022
E111: The Founding Story of Osmosis - Shiv Gaglani (Co-Founder and CEO)

E111: The Founding Story of Osmosis - Shiv Gaglani (Co-Founder and CEO)

In this week’s episode we meet Shiv, the Cofounder of Osmosis (recently been acquired by Elsevier) and his incredible journey to building a platform that serves millions across the world. Tune in as we uncover his passion and love for teaching, the decision making process he used to dropout of medical school (don’t worry he plans to return soon!). We delve into the obstacles and challenges he faced building a globally recognised educational platform and why collaboration with competitors is a better approach.    Shiv shares his experiences from Harvard Business school and the rationale behind their most recent acquisition. We end by sharing some tips for leadership and budding entrepreneurs.  Shiv Gaglani is the co-founder and CEO of Osmosis (Acquired by Elsevier), 3x Author, 3x Inc 5000 List, 3x Comparably CEO List and Forbes 30 Under 30 Learn more about Shiv Gaglani LinkedIn - Shiv Gaglani https://www.osmosis.org/ ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor - YFood Fellow doctors, entrepreneurs, professionals…busy people… sometimes getting a meal in is difficult, it happens - but we need to fuel our body with what it needs.  I want to tell you about YFood, a balanced, simple and quite tasty wholesome ready to drink meal. Yes meal. That means it keeps you full for about 5 hours making sure you don’t become hangry and unproductive, but also its packed with 26 vitamins and minerals not forgetting to mention 33g of protein. They’re not joking about, if you don't believe us ⬇️ Check it out!  You also get a cheeky discount 😄 ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- The Scrubbed In Show: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates [email protected]
54:0423/10/2022
E110: Building an Innovation Training Pathway for Doctors - Dr Gedeon Lemma (Radiologist x Clinical Innovation Fellow)

E110: Building an Innovation Training Pathway for Doctors - Dr Gedeon Lemma (Radiologist x Clinical Innovation Fellow)

In this week’s episode Dr Lemma shares his journey from pharmacy to medicine and why his building a career in clinical innovation. We discuss his passions for entrepreneurship and radiology, the moment when he hit rock bottom, and how he has built a job role he loves. Gedeon delves into how he discovered innovation, the role as an innovation fellow and lecturer and why it is so important for the NHS to embrace it. We learn the importance of building a personal brand and tips for students/clinicians interested in innovation as well as having a competitive portfolio for radiology. Gedeon has over 10 years clinical experience working in the NHS, having started as a pharmacist before transitioning into medicine. He is currently an ST1 Radiology trainee in Merseyside and combines his clinical training with a Clinical Fellow in Innovation role at Alder Hey Innovation. He co-developed and teaches the health tech undergraduate medical curriculum at the University of Liverpool; has been part of NHS Clinical Entrepreneur network since 2019, and provides clinical mentorship to fast-growing startups through GE Healthcare & Wayra UK Edison Accelerator. Learn More about Dr Gedeon Twitter - @glemma7 LinkedIn - gedeonlemma Article - "I want a career in Innovation" ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor: Locum's Nest The Locum's Nest app has been revolutionising the way NHS doctors are supported by technology since 2015 and is now wired across all NHS professions. On a mission to remove barriers to workforce mobility across the NHS, Locum's Nest has pioneered the formation of digital collaborative workforce banks across the country, enabling cross-covering of shifts across an ever-growing number of NHS Trusts. Currently the best-rated app for flexible working in the NHS, Locum's Nest is transforming shift work in the NHS into a more inclusive and fulfilling experience by giving healthcare professionals ownership and control of their work life balance. Download the app Now: Apple App Store & Google Play Store Manage your shifts, your rosters and your pay all from one secure place! https://locumsnest.co.uk/healthcare-professionals ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- The Scrubbed In Show: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates [email protected]
51:0827/09/2022
E109: The Transparent Doctor sharing the Reality of Being a Junior Medic (NHS UK) - Dr Ollie Burton

E109: The Transparent Doctor sharing the Reality of Being a Junior Medic (NHS UK) - Dr Ollie Burton

In this week’s episode Ollie shares his journey to becoming an Academic Foundation Doctor after studying graduate medicine at Warwick University, we discover his passion for neurosurgery and how he is building a competitive portfolio. We delve into his role as a content creator and the transparency of information he shares online, including the kickbacks he faces. We discuss his new role at the BMA council, the reality of being a junior doctor in the UK and why goodwill within the workforce will only go so far in the future of the NHS.  Dr Ollie Burton is an academic foundation year doctor with interests in clinical neurosciences and neurosurgery, as well as medical education, he also serves on the BMA council 22-26.  YouTube:OllieBurtonMed Instagram: @ollieburtonmed ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor: Locum's Nest The Locum's Nest app has been revolutionising the way NHS doctors are supported by technology since 2015 and is now wired across all NHS professions. On a mission to remove barriers to workforce mobility across the NHS, Locum's Nest has pioneered the formation of digital collaborative workforce banks across the country, enabling cross-covering of shifts across an ever-growing number of NHS Trusts. Currently the best-rated app for flexible working in the NHS, Locum's Nest is transforming shift work in the NHS into a more inclusive and fulfilling experience by giving healthcare professionals ownership and control of their work life balance. Download the app Now: Apple App Store & Google Play Store Manage your shifts, your rosters and your pay all from one secure place! https://locumsnest.co.uk/healthcare-professionals ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- The Scrubbed In Show: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates [email protected]
57:0918/09/2022
E108: Why one Doctor left the NHS to persue a Career Elsewhere - Dr Yusef Smith (Ex-NHS Doctor & Co-founder Propane Fitness)

E108: Why one Doctor left the NHS to persue a Career Elsewhere - Dr Yusef Smith (Ex-NHS Doctor & Co-founder Propane Fitness)

In this week’s episode we share the journey and events that led to Dr Smith leaving the NHS. We delve into his experiences as a junior doctor and the frustrations he felt that ultimately pushed him out. Yusef shares the difficulties doctors face within the system and proposed changes that should be made to retain talent such as an ‘Exit Interview’. We discuss his love for health and fitness, how he built a side hustle that is now a successful business. Yusef highlights the highly valuable skillset doctors amass during their training that is transferable to so many sectors including software engineering. Dr Yusef Smith is an Ex-NHS Doctor and Co-founder Propane Fitness, and has helped 500+ trainers become financially independent by coaching online. ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- The Scrubbed In Show: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
42:3328/08/2022
E107: Building a Passport Career in Medicine - Jessica O’Logbon (Med Student + Progress with Jess Founder)

E107: Building a Passport Career in Medicine - Jessica O’Logbon (Med Student + Progress with Jess Founder)

In this week’s episode Jess shares her journey into medical school despite being rejected the first time, her passion for leveling the playing field and her love for side hustles. We delve into her pursuit for building a passport career within medicine, her incredible e-books which are helping doctors with the process of re-locating and med students get funding including why she still wants to be a doctor!    We discuss her life as a medical student sharing insights on social media and more recently her MPhil at Cambridge University. Jess shares her advice for other medics who wish to follow a similar pursuit. Jessica O’Logbon is a Medical Student at King’s College London, currently doing an MPhil at Cambridge University. She is the founder of Progress with Jess, a platform where she explores the diverse routes available within a career in healthcare. She has been involved in healthcare leadership, innovation and research, and continuously strive to make a change in my local and global communities.  Check out her blog posts and e-books helping you fulfill your potential at medical school and beyond! https://www.progresswithjess.co.uk/ Instagram: @jess.olo ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor: Locum's Nest The Locum's Nest app has been revolutionising the way NHS doctors are supported by technology since 2015 and is now wired across all NHS professions. On a mission to remove barriers to workforce mobility across the NHS, Locum's Nest has pioneered the formation of digital collaborative workforce banks across the country, enabling cross-covering of shifts across an ever-growing number of NHS Trusts. Currently the best-rated app for flexible working in the NHS, Locum's Nest is transforming shift work in the NHS into a more inclusive and fulfilling experience by giving healthcare professionals ownership and control of their work life balance. Download the app Now: Apple App Store & Google Play Store Manage your shifts, your rosters and your pay all from one secure place! https://locumsnest.co.uk/healthcare-professionals ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- The Scrubbed In Show: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
48:0507/08/2022
E106: Military Surgery to Digital Self-Therapy and Y-Combinator - Dr Ed Farrar (Oto Co-founder)

E106: Military Surgery to Digital Self-Therapy and Y-Combinator - Dr Ed Farrar (Oto Co-founder)

In this week’s episode Dr Ed shares his journey from medical school to becoming a surgeon in the military. We delve into life as a trainee and the realisation of no longer enjoying a surgical career. Ed shares his own personal journey with tinnitus and the military patients he met suffering from the same condition who needed help. We talk about the founding story of Oto, a CBT app to help patients with tinnitus take control through self-therapy. Ed shares how we got onto the prestigious Y-combinator with a last minute application. We hear the difficulties and barriers he faced so far in his journey, sharing tips and advice for future clinical entrepreneurs. Dr Edmund Farrar is the CEO and co-founder of Oto, with an interest in digital self-therapy for overlooked & underserved chronic conditions. Ed is a NHS clinical entrepreneur, and a core surgical trainee in the RAF.  LinkedIn: Edmundfarrar https://www.joinoto.com/ ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor: Locum's Nest The Locum's Nest app has been revolutionising the way NHS doctors are supported by technology since 2015 and is now wired across all NHS professions. On a mission to remove barriers to workforce mobility across the NHS, Locum's Nest has pioneered the formation of digital collaborative workforce banks across the country, enabling cross-covering of shifts across an ever-growing number of NHS Trusts. Currently the best-rated app for flexible working in the NHS, Locum's Nest is transforming shift work in the NHS into a more inclusive and fulfilling experience by giving healthcare professionals ownership and control of their work life balance. Download the app Now: Apple App Store & Google Play Store Manage your shifts, your rosters and your pay all from one secure place! https://locumsnest.co.uk/healthcare-professionals ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
49:3018/07/2022
E105: Building True Wealth with ‘Dentists who Invest’ - Dr James Martin (Dentist + Founder DWI)

E105: Building True Wealth with ‘Dentists who Invest’ - Dr James Martin (Dentist + Founder DWI)

This week James shares his journey from dentistry to investing, wealth creation and crypto. In this jam packed episode we delve into his passion to help dentists succeed as he educates them about financial literacy, investing and building wealth. We discuss how he built a super popular and active FB group with more than 7.2k+ followers and how ‘Dentists who Invest’ has grown from a personal problem he faced to now courses, podcasts and even an NFT project! Tune in as we discuss the value of time, money and why it is so important to give value without expecting nothing in return. James also shares why compounding is not just for wealth building but applies for people, connections and skills.  Dr James Martin is a dentist and the founder of ‘Dentists who Invest’ whose core mission is to create and share resources specifically created to lead the dental network towards a more financially independent and profitable lifestyle.  Learn more: Dr James Martin - Instagram  DWI FB Group https://www.dentistswhoinvest.com ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor: Locum's Nest The Locum's Nest app has been revolutionising the way NHS doctors are supported by technology since 2015 and is now wired across all NHS professions. On a mission to remove barriers to workforce mobility across the NHS, Locum's Nest has pioneered the formation of digital collaborative workforce banks across the country, enabling cross-covering of shifts across an ever-growing number of NHS Trusts. Currently the best-rated app for flexible working in the NHS, Locum's Nest is transforming shift work in the NHS into a more inclusive and fulfilling experience by giving healthcare professionals ownership and control of their work life balance. Download the app Now: Apple App Store & Google Play Store Manage your shifts, your rosters and your pay all from one secure place! https://locumsnest.co.uk/healthcare-professionals ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io ------------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube:Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
01:00:0326/06/2022
E104: Stepping Out of the ‘Box’ to Code the Future - Dr Arron Thind (GP Trainee & CodeMed Co-founder)

E104: Stepping Out of the ‘Box’ to Code the Future - Dr Arron Thind (GP Trainee & CodeMed Co-founder)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Arron who shares his journey from doctor to coder, and his philosophy of living outside the box. We delve into the early years of his career, his love and passion for coding. Arron shares how he developed his coding skills from scratch while an FY1 to building an antibiotic calculator app to more recently an EPR simulator. We delve into the founding story of CodeMed and their vision to equip healthcare professionals the skills to be at the forefront of digital innovation in the NHS.  Arron shares his insights into why being a doctor has incredible value and the opportunities that arise as a result, advising us to avoid developing a limited mindset.  Dr Arron Thind is a GP trainee at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, an NHS Clinical Entrepreneur, DigitalHealth.London Fellow and a clinical tutor at Kings College London. Prior to entering GP training, he was Deputy Lead of Emerging Technology for the UK Government’s Department of Health and Social Care.  Arron is the co-founder of Code Med: a startup which teaches clinicians and medical students across the UK how to code, empowering them with the skills to transform healthcare services using digital technology. Learn more about Arron Twitter: @ArronThind LinkedIn: @arron-thind https://codemed.co.uk/course/ ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor: Locum's Nest The Locum's Nest app has been revolutionising the way NHS doctors are supported by technology since 2015 and is now wired across all NHS professions. On a mission to remove barriers to workforce mobility across the NHS, Locum's Nest has pioneered the formation of digital collaborative workforce banks across the country, enabling cross-covering of shifts across an ever-growing number of NHS Trusts. Currently the best-rated app for flexible working in the NHS, Locum's Nest is transforming shift work in the NHS into a more inclusive and fulfilling experience by giving healthcare professionals ownership and control of their work life balance. Download the app Now: Apple App Store & Google Play Store Manage your shifts, your rosters and your pay all from one secure place! https://locumsnest.co.uk/healthcare-professionals ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io   ------------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
52:5612/06/2022
E103: Too Nice to be a Cardiologist - Dr Nabila Laskar (Cardiologist)

E103: Too Nice to be a Cardiologist - Dr Nabila Laskar (Cardiologist)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Nabila who shares her journey to becoming a cardiologist, a career she was told she was too nice for! Dr Nabila shares her love for teaching and cardiology and why it is so important to be nice and look after medical students who are keen to explore new specialties. We discuss her role as a mother and the difficulties and stigma she faced during her training while being pregnant, at one point even managing a cardiac arrest. We delve into how she balances being an incredible mother, a doctor and building a highly engaging social media profile. We close by sharing some tips on how to build a competitive application and portfolio to pursue a career in cardiology.     Dr Nabila Laskar is a Senior Cardiology Registrar based in London, who his currently taking time out of training to pursue a PhD. She shares her passion for the field by posting educational content on her Instagram account @mummycleverdoc. She shares her insights from within the specialty and endeavours to make Cardiology accessible to many. Dr Laskar also hopes to show others that it is possible to have a family and pursue training in a competitive medical specialty. Learn more about Dr Nabila - Instagram & Twitter ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor: Locum's Nest The Locum's Nest app has been revolutionising the way NHS doctors are supported by technology since 2015 and is now wired across all NHS professions. On a mission to remove barriers to workforce mobility across the NHS, Locum's Nest has pioneered the formation of digital collaborative workforce banks across the country, enabling cross-covering of shifts across an ever-growing number of NHS Trusts. Currently the best-rated app for flexible working in the NHS, Locum's Nest is transforming shift work in the NHS into a more inclusive and fulfilling experience by giving healthcare professionals ownership and control of their work life balance. Download the app Now: Apple App Store & Google Play Store Manage your shifts, your rosters and your pay all from one secure place! https://locumsnest.co.uk/healthcare-professionals ------------------------------------- Check out Peerr Peerr gives creators the tools to create and publish content, build an audience and earn money in ONE-CLICK. ✍️ Publish articles or blogs, courses and coaching sessions on one profile 🗒 Over 100,000+ readers 💰 £1,000s+ earned already by creators   www.peerr.io   ------------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
46:2729/05/2022
E102: The Unconventional Dentist whose Back at Medical School - Dr Asha Thomson, MBE

E102: The Unconventional Dentist whose Back at Medical School - Dr Asha Thomson, MBE

In this week’s episode we chat to Asha who shares her unconventional journey to becoming a dentist and is now back at medical school in pursuit of a career in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, more recently she has awared the prestigious MBE award. We look back at her life delving into the obstacles and challenges she has faced to get to where she is now.  Asha shares her unique training pathway, how she balances being a medical student and a portfolio dentist at the same time! Tune in to hear her incredible mindset and her passion for authenticity, dentistry, leadership and why you should always be true to yourself no matter what. Dr Asha Thomson, MBE is a Speciality Doctor in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Senior Clinical Teacher in Oral Surgery KCL. She is the Chair of Dental Leadership Alumnus (Health Education England Midlands and East) and The Healthcare Leadership Academy Cohort Director, London. Learn more about Dr Asha: Instagram & Twitter ------------------------------------- Episode Sponsor: Locum's Nest The Locum's Nest app has been revolutionising the way NHS doctors are supported by technology since 2015 and is now wired across all NHS professions. On a mission to remove barriers to workforce mobility across the NHS, Locum's Nest has pioneered the formation of digital collaborative workforce banks across the country, enabling cross-covering of shifts across an ever-growing number of NHS Trusts. Currently the best-rated app for flexible working in the NHS, Locum's Nest is transforming shift work in the NHS into a more inclusive and fulfilling experience by giving healthcare professionals ownership and control of their work life balance. Download the app Now: Apple App Store & Google Play Store Manage your shifts, your rosters and your pay all from one secure place! https://locumsnest.co.uk/healthcare-professionals ------------------------------------- Check out our latest platform Peerr Where healthcare professionals learn from the best educators - your peers! ✍️ Make your own quizzes for revision - An invaluable learning tool 🗒 Learn from your peers' quizzes - over 4,500+ Questions 💰 ...and when people do your quizzes, you earn money - Passively   Use code ‘PODCAST’ for 1 Month FREE ------------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
51:5922/05/2022
E101: Harnessing the Power of Genomic Technologies for Mainsteam Healthcare - Dr Richard Scott - (Chief Medical Officer - Genomics England)

E101: Harnessing the Power of Genomic Technologies for Mainsteam Healthcare - Dr Richard Scott - (Chief Medical Officer - Genomics England)

In this week's episode Dr Scott shares his journey to becoming a consultant clinical geneticist and the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Genomics England. We delve into his passion for clinical genetics, the misconceptions and the barriers medical professionals and general public have understanding the true nature of genomics.   Richard shares his desire to harness the power of genomic technologies for the benefit of all patients in mainstream healthcare. We spend time understanding the path he took to becoming a consultant and CMO, in such a niche medical specialty. We discuss the role of Genomics England and how they are helping improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients in the NHS through their scientific research. Richard explains how pivotal their work is for the future of healthcare and why it is so important communities from across the UK become actively informed and involved.  Learn more about Richard: Dr Richard Scott is Chief Medical Officer at Genomics England, Consultant and Honorary Associate Professor in Clinical Genetics at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children and the UCL Institute of Child Health where his practice focuses on diagnosing children with rare multisystem disorders.  Richard trained in medicine at Cambridge University and University College London. He specialised in Paediatrics and subsequently Clinical Genetics in London and completed his PhD on childhood cancer syndromes at the Institute of Cancer Research. Twitter: @Rich_Genomics https://www.genomicsengland.co.uk/ ------------------------------------- Episode sponsored by MySuture  MySuture™  is an all in one suture practice kit and digital learning platform with direct access to Surgeon advice & training. With this all in one suture practice kit and the MySkills™ digital learning platform, you can learn to suture anytime, anywhere.  The all in one suture simulation kit includes high quality silicone made of advanced nontoxic materials, with height simulation skin, 14 pre-cut wounds, 3 layers including skin, subcutaneous fat and muscle with a mesh reinforcement to provide suture retention, mimic natural anatomy and create a true to life texture.  Buy your suture kit now at: mysuture.com  MySuture Socials: Twitter | Instagram ------------------------------------- Check out our latest platform Peerr Where healthcare professionals learn from the best educators - your peers! ✍️ Make your own quizzes for revision - An invaluable learning tool 🗒 Learn from your peers' quizzes - over 4,500+ Questions 💰 ...and when people do your quizzes, you earn money - Passively   Use code ‘EXAMMODE’ for 1 Month FREE ------------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
52:2708/05/2022
E99: What an Earth is an APEDOC? - Dr Shirin (@halalgirlnewyork) + Dr Usama (@realskindoctor)

E99: What an Earth is an APEDOC? - Dr Shirin (@halalgirlnewyork) + Dr Usama (@realskindoctor)

In this week’s episode we are joined by the APEDOCS NFT co-founders Dr Shirin and Dr Usama as they share their journey to creating the world’s first NFT for healthcare workers! Hear their unique story from studying medicine in the UK to eventually practising medicine in the US to later building a thriving community through digital art.  In this jam-packed episode we delve into Dr Shirin’s personal journey, her popular Instagram page and her love for art which was a perfect match for Dr Usama’s passion for Blockchain and Web3. We discuss what an NFT is, the importance of ownership, the real-life utility APEDOCS provide, the many perks holders can expect and what it takes to build a healthy and supportive community of healthcare professionals across the world. Dr Usama is a medical doctor who graduated from Imperial College London in 2016 before moving to New York to pursue residency training in the US. He is currently a Board Certified Dermatologist working in New York. His interests include blockchain technology, football and video games. Dr Shirin is a medical doctor who graduated from King’s College London in 2018. She moved to New York shortly after to pursue residency training. She is currently an Internal Medicine Resident Physician in Manhattan. She shares her journey as an international graduate in Medicine, as well as her passions for travel, modest fashion and art on her instagram blog @halalgirlnewyork. Learn more: @halalgirlnewyork @realskindoctor Buy your first APEDOC NFT: Opensea.io/collection/apedocs https://www.apedocs.com/ APEDOCS NFT Holders - Receive 50% off premium and additional perks! - Details will be on your Exclusive NFT Holder website with a range of other exclusive offers. Check out our latest platform Peerr Peerr socialises education by providing an interactive and collaborative way to learn and earn from your peers through custom-made quizzes. 📚 Learn from your Favourite Educators 👩‍🏫 Build an community around Socialised learning 💰 Share Quizzes and Get paid monthly Use code ‘APEDOC25’ for 25% off Premium Peerr  Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]  
53:5520/03/2022
E98: Is the Grass Greener on the Other Side? - Dr Cynthia Tan (Anaesthetic Resident non-US IMG)

E98: Is the Grass Greener on the Other Side? - Dr Cynthia Tan (Anaesthetic Resident non-US IMG)

In this week's episode anaesthetic resident Dr Tan shares her journey from studying medicine in the UK to moving over to the US and becoming a resident! Hear her story as she delves into sitting the USMLE, the barriers and obstacles she faced and the mindsets she employed to overcome and progress in her career. We discuss the difference in culture, training and supervision compared to the UK and the pros and cons for anyone wishing to make the leap. Tune in and see if the grass really is greener on the other side? Dr Tan graduated from Warwick Medical School in 2018, and worked as an FY1 in the NHS before moving to the US as an anaesthetic resident. Learn more about Dr Tan: LinkedIn: Dr Tan Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_   Check out our latest platform Peerr Peerr socialises education by providing an interactive and collaborative way to learn and earn from your peers through custom-made quizzes. 📚 Learn from your Favourite Educators 👩‍🏫 Build an community around Socialised learning 💰 Share Quizzes and Get paid monthly Use our discount code for 50% off while it lasts! SCRUBBEDIN50 Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
37:3806/03/2022
E97: World renowned Paediatric Neurosurgeon (Craniopagus Twins Seperation), Inventor, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist - Mr Owase Jeelani (Consultant GOSH)

E97: World renowned Paediatric Neurosurgeon (Craniopagus Twins Seperation), Inventor, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist - Mr Owase Jeelani (Consultant GOSH)

In this week’s episode the world renowned neurosurgeon, Mr Jeelani shares his story with us. We begin from his early teenage years when he had to leave his family in uncertainty to come to the UK. Exploring his mindset and journey from studying medicine to becoming a leading consultant at the world famous GOSH, where he currently holds the world’s largest experience in the separation of Craniopagus Twins.  We discuss the importance of learning, mentorship and the demands of a career in Medicine. Mr Jeelani shares some of the difficulties he has faced in his career including complex surgical cases, media attention and operating in foreign countries. We end by identifying the opportunities and satisfaction medicine provides are endless. Mr Jeelani is a Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). He was ranked in The Time’s Magazine’s top 100 surgeons in the UK in 2011 and the top 100 paediatric specialists in the UK in 2012. He was Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at GOSH from 2012 until 2018. He invented CranioXpand, a cranial spring distractor system in 2008, and later on established FaceValue. He founded Interface Health Solutions (IHS), co-founded Klay BioTech platform and in 2018, founded Gemini Untwined a charity dedicated to the research, support, and treatment of craniopagus twins worldwide, as well as other complex craniofacial and neurosurgical conditions.  Learn more about Mr Jeelani: https://owasejeelani.com/ Linked In - Owase Jeelani Twitter - @DrOJeelani   Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_   Check out our latest platform Peerr Peerr socialises education by providing an interactive and collaborative way to learn and earn from your peers through custom-made quizzes. 📚 Learn from your Favourite Educators 👩‍🏫 Build an community around Socialised learning 💰 Share Quizzes and Get paid monthly Use our discount code for 50% off while it lasts! SCRUBBEDIN50 Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
49:2106/02/2022
E96: A Permission-less Career - Dr Imran Mahmud (xNHS, xMcKinsey, NYE Health Co-Founder)

E96: A Permission-less Career - Dr Imran Mahmud (xNHS, xMcKinsey, NYE Health Co-Founder)

In this week’s episode Imran shares his journey to discovering the art of building a permission-less career, we follow his life from Medical student, Ophthalmologist, Consultancy to co-founding a healthcare startup, raising millions from VCs. We delve into his passion for content creation and where he derives inspiration. Tune in as we delve into his role as a consultant in McKinsey, why he choose to leave clinical medicine, the importance of developing our skillset and how to break into the world of Health-Tech. Imran is a medical doctor and co-founder of Nye Health. He holds degrees in molecular biology, medicine, public health and education from Oxford and Harvard. Following a short stint in clinical practice, Imran left to join McKinsey and Co in London for three years before starting Nye Health. Learn more about Imran: Twitter: @ImranMahmudMD YouTube: Imran Mahmud https://www.imranmahmud.com/   Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_   Check out our latest platform Peerr Peerr socialises education by providing an interactive and collaborative way to learn and earn from your peers through custom-made quizzes. 📚 Learn from your Favourite Educators 👩‍🏫 Build an community around Socialised learning 💰 Share Quizzes and Get paid monthly Use our discount code for 50% off while it lasts! SCRUBBEDIN50 Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
01:17:5523/01/2022
E95: Career Fulfilment and Mental Health - Dr Will Gao (Co-founder Suvera)

E95: Career Fulfilment and Mental Health - Dr Will Gao (Co-founder Suvera)

In this week’s episode, Will shares his incredible journey trying to pursue a career path that is truly fulfilling. We spend time exploring the role his parents played in his upbringing as immigrant entrepreneurs and why social mobility and education was so important in his early years. Will openly shares the difficulty he faced losing his mother while being at medical school and realising the importance of time and contentment.    Hear the founding story behind Suvera, the reality of fundraising and why if you can’t look after yourself you are no good to anyone. We discuss the excitement of untapped opportunity and the hope of success and 'What if?' startup founders thrive on!  Learn more about Dr Will Gao - Twitter Dr Will Gao trained as medical doctor at University College London. Whilst a medical student, he co-founded Suvera, a health-tech company centred around proactively maintaining humans in good health and Mindful Medic, a social enteprise geared towards supporting medical professionals with their wellbeing. Will is one of few medical students in the UK to raise venture capital funding whilst studying and is also one of the youngest appointed NHS England Clinical Entrepeneurs.   Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_   Check out our latest platform Peerr Peerr socialises education by providing an interactive and collaborative way to learn from your peers through custom-made quizzes. 📚 Learn from your favourite Educators 👩‍🏫 Build an community around socialised learning 💰 Share Quizzes and Get paid monthly Use our discount code for 50% off while it lasts! SCRUBBEDIN50 Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
47:4019/12/2021
E94: Trailblazing the way for Doctorpreneurs - Dr Avi Mehra (Co-founder Doctorpreneurs & IBM)

E94: Trailblazing the way for Doctorpreneurs - Dr Avi Mehra (Co-founder Doctorpreneurs & IBM)

In this week’s episode Avi shares his incredible story as a doctor willing to embrace change and follow his passions. We talk about his career transitions from the NHS to industry roles such as Clinical Fellow to the NHS National Medical Director, Bupa’s Clinical Lead for Digital Health and IBM Watson Health.  We discover the founding story of ’Doctorprenuers’, the reality of entrepreneurship and if it really is something we should all pursue, why he believes every clinician should complete foundation training and the power of mentorship. Avi touches upon the life of a clinician in startups, consultancy, corporations, and his new role as Associate partner in IBM’s Global Business Services division.  Dr Avi Mehra is an Associate Partner for Healthcare and Life Sciences at IBM and Co-Founder of Doctorpreneurs. In 2014, he joined Bupa as a Clinical Fellow to the NHS National Medical Director, after which he was appointed as Bupa’s Clinical Lead for Digital Health. In 2016, Avi joined IBM’s newly formed healthcare technology and AI business unit, IBM Watson Health, where he held multiple global leadership roles before recently taking on a new role as an Associate Partner in IBM’s Global Business Services division.  
 Avi is also a Fellow at the Faculty of Clinical Informatics, advisor/mentor to digital health startups and mentor on the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme.  LinkedIn: Dr Avi Mehra   Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_   Check out our latest platform Peerr Peerr socialises education by providing an interactive and collaborative way to learn from your peers through custom-made quizzes. 📚 Access Quizzes from your favourite Educators 👩‍🏫 Upload Custom-made Quizzes 💰 Share Quizzes and Get paid monthly Use our discount code for 50% off while it lasts! SCRUBBEDIN50 Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
01:03:0828/11/2021
E93: Discovering your Learning Style and Not Competing - Kenji Tomita

E93: Discovering your Learning Style and Not Competing - Kenji Tomita

This week we are joined by Kenji, tune is as we share his incredible journey from Kenya to Japan, Zimbabwe to the U.K. where he first trained as a biochemical scientist before pursuing a career in medicine. We discuss his passion for research and academia, discovering his learning style, the story behind his awesome YouTube channel and why in a hyper-competitive field its more important to work collaboratively and openly. Kenji also takes some time to share the importance of life outside of medicine and why we should all endeavor to develop socially, emotionally and our never compare ourselves to other people.      Kenji Tomita is a final year medical student and Youtuber at King's College London.He first trained as a biochemical scientist before pursuing a career in medicine. He has amassed a following of 50,000+ people with over 2 million views across his platforms where he openly shares his journey, resources and advice.  Learn more about Kenji - www.kenjitomita.co.uk Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter -@ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_   Check out our latest platform Peerr Peerr socialises education by providing an interactive and collaborative way to learn from your peers through custom-made quizzes. 📚 Access quizzes from your favourite educators 👩‍🏫 Upload custom made quizzes 💰 Get paid monthly Use our discount code for 50% off while it lasts! SCRUBBEDIN50 Follow us on our Peerr Instagram & Twitter for Latest News and Updates www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
47:4507/11/2021
E92: Disrupting the Black Book of Contacts in Healthcare - John Lodge (Hexitime Co-Founder)

E92: Disrupting the Black Book of Contacts in Healthcare - John Lodge (Hexitime Co-Founder)

In this week’s episode we meet John, who shares his transition from the military into healthcare. We discuss his first impressions of the NHS, his role as Head of Quality Improvement for London and why he believes every healthcare professional has so much more to offer outside their job description. We delve into the skill-sets many clinicians possess that can be channeled into improving healthcare and why we need to break the power imbalance of skill-exchange currently siloed and limited to consultants and senior managers.   Tune in to hear why he is so passionate about building an accessible centralized black book of contacts for everyone irrespective of grade or experience. We spend time discussing why Hexitime is crucial as a platform to enable the exchange of skills and ideas to improve healthcare.    John is the co-founder of the award-winning skill exchange and timebank, Hexitime.com and the Head of Quality Improvement for London in the UK NHS. He is committed and focused on empowering people and service users to innovate and improve health and care services, and in recent years has become a social enterprise entrepreneur to realise this passion. John has delivered change programmes at a national, regional and provider level in the NHS and wider public sector.    Twitter: @NHS_Man_John  LinkedIn: John Lodge   Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
52:2627/06/2021
E91: Getting into Neurosurgery and Founding Brainbook - Mr Alex Alamri

E91: Getting into Neurosurgery and Founding Brainbook - Mr Alex Alamri

In this week’s episode we meet Alex who shares with us his journey from the very beginning. We delve into his passion for creativity and art discovering he never actually wanted to be a doctor in the first place to only later become a neurosurgeon. Alex shares his love for the human brain and anatomy alongside his personal experiences with surgery. Tune in to find out what kept him going despite failing to secure a training number twice and the mentor who helped him succeed. Alex also shares the story behind founding Brainbook. We spend time discussing the application process, the egos, the culture and everything in between for budding neurosurgeons. We end by hearing his tips and advice alongside his new creative outlet on YouTube.     Mr Alex Alamri is a neurosurgical registrar in London. He has a special interest in surgical technology and education and he's also a YouTuber! Twitter: @alexalamri YouTube: @alexalamri @Brainbook   Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
52:2420/06/2021
E90: Public Health, Social Media and the Pandemic - Prof. Azeem Majeed

E90: Public Health, Social Media and the Pandemic - Prof. Azeem Majeed

In this week’s episode we meet Prof. Azeem who shares with us his story from the very beginning. We delve into his illustrious career from medical student, GP to his role in public health and primary care as co-director of the World Health Organization (WHO) and Head of department at Imperial College London. Tune in to discover what it takes to get to the top and become a leader in your field, the role of leadership and why collaboration is so important for research as demonstrated in the pandemic.  Prof. Azeem shares his advice on how to pursue a career in research and how we can all develop research skills through mentorship and guidance. We discuss the similarities and differences in public sector roles from his experience working at the ONS and clinical medicine. We end by discussing the recent popularity in social media as a medium for public health communication, the advantages as well as the pitfalls. Prof. Azeem Majeed is a Professor of Primary Care and Public Health, and Head of the Department of Primary Care & Public Health at Imperial College London. He is accredited in both General Practice and Public Health Medicine alongside NIHR Senior Investigator. He played an international role in public health and primary care as co-director of the World Health Organization (WHO). Prior to moving to Imperial College London, he worked for seven years at the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS). Twitter: @Azeem_Majeed Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
40:3313/06/2021
E89: Going against the Tide as a Clinical Entrepreneur - Dr Ali Bahsoun (CPO MediShout)

E89: Going against the Tide as a Clinical Entrepreneur - Dr Ali Bahsoun (CPO MediShout)

In this week’s episode we meet the clinical entrepreneur who went against the grain at a time when everyone was rushing to finish medical school and become consultants. Hear Ali’s amazing story of discovering MedTech as a medical student from urology simulation labs to commercialising products at one point even beating senior registrars at laparoscopic skill competitions. We explore the roles he played during the early days of Touch Surgery (recently acquired by Metronic) from researcher to lead product manager, why he pursued a role in a startup instead of foundation training despite being advised against it. Ali shares his own personal journey and the difficulties he faced trying to forge his own career outside clinical medicine. We gain an insight into his new role as CPO at MediShout. We delve into the world of clinical entrepreneurship and why the best solutions arise from those closest to the problem. Dr Ali Nehme Bahsoun is a Medical doctor, NHS Clinical Entrepreneur and CPO at MediShout. He has more than 10+ years of startup experience working at Digital Surgery from early startup to acquisition then moving to MediShout coupled to 10+ years of medical education experience. LinkedIn: Dr Ali Nehme Bahsoun Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
55:2306/06/2021
E88: The Founding Story of Locum’s Nest - Dr Nicholas Andreou (Co-Founder)

E88: The Founding Story of Locum’s Nest - Dr Nicholas Andreou (Co-Founder)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Nick who shares with us his story from the very beginning. We hear the story behind Locum’s Nest and the challenges they faced in order to become the leading mobile app connecting doctors to locum work in hospitals. Nick shares a brief insight into his passion and journey to medicine. He shares the life of locum doctors before his app came to market. We spend some time discussing the importance of technology and why superior design is key for the future of healthcare. Nick also shares why he loves his role at the company and the variety of work he does on a week to week basis.  Listen to this episode for an insight into the app helping save the NHS millions per year, reducing inefficiencies and on the phones of pretty much most of the doctors in the UK.  Dr Nicholas Andreou gained his medical qualifications at Imperial College School of Medicine and Business School where in addition to his medical studies also studied Healthcare Management. In between his shifts at the Emergency Department he taught himself product design and developed the blueprints for the Locum's Nest app. Apart from his day-to-day activities as Locum's Nest's Co-Founder he sub-specialises in managing Locum's Nest's entire suite of products, from strategic direction to product development, activities which have earned Locum's Nest awards such as Major Innovation of the Year and Productivity app of the year. Learn more: https://locumsnest.co.uk/ Twitter: @nick_andreou Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
41:1330/05/2021
E87: Making Healthcare One Language - Dr Rachael Grimaldi (CardMedic Co-Founder)

E87: Making Healthcare One Language - Dr Rachael Grimaldi (CardMedic Co-Founder)

In this week’s episode we meet Dr Rachael, a senior anaesthetic registrar who shares her story and why she wanted to be a doctor since the age of 3! Tune in to discover her journey to discovering anaesthesia and how she now juggles medicine, family life and entrepreneurship. Delve into the life of an anaesthetic registrar and learn how to gain exposure and advice on securing competitive posts.  We learn the amazing story behind CardMedic and why it is so crucial for the future of healthcare to overcoming communication barriers in an ever increasingly diverse world. Rachael shares the obstacles and challenges she has faced taking it from concept to market and the lessons she learned as an ‘accidental entrepreneur’. This episode really describes a journey of accidental entrepreneurship and innovation set against the backdrop of a global pandemic.    Dr Rachael Grimaldi is a senior anaesthetic registrar at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, UK. She is the Co-Founder and CEO of CardMedic. Rachael has a long-held interest in human factors, patient safety and communication, winning several prizes for previous work on developing a “Safer ICU Handover”; most notably the international Sashidharan prize at The College of Anaesthesiologists Annual Scientific Sessions Conference in Sri Lanka.  Learn more: LinkedIn: Dr Rachael Grimaldi www.cardmedic.com CardMedic is a multi-award winning innovative digital patient communication tool, designed in rapid response to the global communication crisis in healthcare at the start of the pandemic. CardMedic has quickly evolved into a flexible tool to overcome any communication barrier in healthcare - language, visual, hearing or cognitive impairment, or PPE – at the point of care.    Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
50:0023/05/2021
E86: Discovering Ophthalmology and finding Balance in Life - Dr Arun Kiru

E86: Discovering Ophthalmology and finding Balance in Life - Dr Arun Kiru

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Arun, an ophthalmology trainee based in London who shares with us his story from the very beginning. Find out how he ranked Top 3 nationally in his speciality applications despite having no publications. Arun shares how he discovered ophthalmology and decided it was right the speciality for him. Tune in to hear his top tips for securing competitive posts for all budding trainees.   Arun delves into the importance of having balance in our personal lives, careers and workplace especially in a productivity-hype driven world. We discover how he became 'The OSCE Guy’ on YouTube and why success also includes spending time socialising with friends and family at the expense of high grades, views and sub counts. Dr Arun Kiru (‘The OSCE Guy’) is a North London ST2 Ophthalmology Trainee based at the Western Eye Hospital. He ranked third nationally in Ophthalmology National Recruitment and graduated from the University of Cambridge in 2017 with a Distinction. He loves teaching, mainly via his Youtube Channel, which is aimed at current medical students. Instagram: @arun.kiru YouTube: ArunKiru --------------------------------- Episode sponsored by MySuture  MySuture™  is an all in one suture practice kit and digital learning platform with direct access to Surgeon advice & training. With this all in one suture practice kit and the MySkills™ digital learning platform, you can learn to suture anytime, anywhere.    MySuture™  is here to share your journey in medical education by helping you learn the art of suturing and provide you with access to training and advice for your career in healthcare.  The all in one suture simulation kit includes high quality silicone made of advanced nontoxic materials, with height simulation skin, 14 pre cut wounds, 3 layers including skin, subcutaneous fat and muscle with a mesh reinforcement to provide suture retention, mimic natural anatomy and create a true to life texture.  Buy your suture kit now at: mysuture.com  MySuture Socials: Twitter | Instagram --------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: YouTube: Scrubbed In with Amz & Abdul Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
54:1409/05/2021
E85: The computer science grad who discovered authenticity through GP, Surgery and Microbiology - Dr Imran Qureshi

E85: The computer science grad who discovered authenticity through GP, Surgery and Microbiology - Dr Imran Qureshi

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Qureshi, a consultant microbiologist who shares with us his story. We discover his unusual journey as a computer science graduate transitioning from GP to core surgical trainee before settling for a career in microbiology. Imran shares the obstacles and challenges he has faced so far in his career and his ethos in life of being authentic. We discuss the evolving role of technology in healthcare, the story behind creating and selling the first comprehensive Gentamicin calculator and his new found initiative Code Med.  We discuss why he became extremely passionate about microbiology and explore his relationship with patient safety and quality improvement. Imran tells us about the importance of healthy workplace cultures and supportive leadership in his role as Foundation Programme Director. Dr Imran Qureshi is a Consultant microbiologist at Croydon University Hospital, he is a Foundation Programme Director and more recently Associate Medical Director.  His is passionate about Patient Safety and Quality Improvement which led to setting up DAPS Global, then became the first clinical lead for BMJ Quality then an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor for UCL. He co-founded Code Med, an organisation which is dedicated to teaching coding to healthcare professionals as well as developing apps and providing consulting services.  Twitter: @reachimyq --------------------------------- Episode sponsored by MySuture  MySuture™  is an all in one suture practice kit and digital learning platform with direct access to Surgeon advice & training. With this all in one suture practice kit and the MySkills™ digital learning platform, you can learn to suture anytime, anywhere.    MySuture™  is here to share your journey in medical education by helping you learn the art of suturing and provide you with access to training and advice for your career in healthcare.  The all in one suture simulation kit includes high quality silicone made of advanced nontoxic materials, with height simulation skin, 14 pre cut wounds, 3 layers including skin, subcutaneous fat and muscle with a mesh reinforcement to provide suture retention, mimic natural anatomy and create a true to life texture.  Buy your suture kit now at: mysuture.com  MySuture Socials: Twitter | Instagram --------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
01:05:4702/05/2021
E84: Radiologist turned HealthTech VC Founder (Crista Galli Ventures) - Dr Fiona Pathiraja

E84: Radiologist turned HealthTech VC Founder (Crista Galli Ventures) - Dr Fiona Pathiraja

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Fiona who shares with us her story from the very beginning. We discuss the many transitions she has taken from medical student to consultant radiologist to eventually becoming a VC founder and managing partner. Dr Fiona talks about the importance of leadership, network effects and the efforts clinicians should make to broaden their horizons. Tune in as we discover why she pursued an MBA and how we can only connect the dots in our careers when we look backwards.  Finally we spend some time discussing the regret minimisation mindset and why we should believe in ourselves when others don’t. Dr Fiona is the Founder & Managing Partner of Crista Galli Ventures, prior to investing in healthtech, she worked in the NHS in London as a radiologist at UCLH. Fiona has developed national health policy at the UK Department of Health as clinical advisor to Professor Sir Bruce Keogh and also worked as a management consultant. She holds a stellar academic record with over 20 awards, bursaries and scholarships. Fiona holds an MBA from London Business School and an MPH from London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. She is one of a select few doctors worldwide to be dual board certified in Radiology and Public Health. Dr Fiona Pathiraja: Linkedin | Twitter https://www.cristagalli.com/ Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
46:2525/04/2021
E83: Be Mission Driven and Stay True to Yourself - Dr Mala Mawkin

E83: Be Mission Driven and Stay True to Yourself - Dr Mala Mawkin

In this week’s episode we are joined by Mala who shares her story from the beginning delving into the accomplishments and challenges she has faced so far in her career. We discuss the importance of having options, seeking opportunities using the ‘back/side door’ approach and why we must all be mission driven. We spend some time talking about her role as Head of Market development at Cellen and why we all have something to offer even as young millennials.  Mala shares the story behind how she featured on Vogue with Naomi Campbell, featured in Forbes 30 under 30 and how she came to host the Royal Society of Medicine's Digital Health Podcast Series.  Dr Mala Mawkin is an award-winning healthcare innovation researcher, writer and speaker. She is the Head of Market Development at Cellen, a growing start-up in pain management, featured on Forbes 30 Under 30, Vogue 10 Rising Female Stars and UK Women of the Future Awards Finalist. Mala is the host of The Royal Society of Medicine’s Digital Health Podcast, a TEDx Speaker and an Advocate for Diversity in Science & Medicine.    Dr Mala Mawkin: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode Sponsored by 360 Medics 360 medics is a free app designed for medical students and doctors where you will find all the answers to your medical queries. It’s basically the google of the medical world. In the app, you get access to a MHRA drugs database (available offline too!), adapted medical tools according to your speciality, reliable medical news, revision tools for med students and a place to store your notes. To name a few. And it will always be free. Download the app Now: Apple and Android https://360medics.com/en/welcome  Instagram: @360medics_en | Twitter: @360medicsuk ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
01:00:1218/04/2021
E82: Culture, Entrepreneurship and Blockchain in the NHS - Dr Abdullah Albeyatti

E82: Culture, Entrepreneurship and Blockchain in the NHS - Dr Abdullah Albeyatti

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Albeyatti who shares with us his story from the very beginning. Join us as we delve into his achievements, obstacles and the lessons learned so far in his career. We talk about the competitive culture and landscape in medical school. Abdullah explains the reasons as to why he left a competitive surgical training post in London to pursue entrepreneurship and GP training.  We uncover his entrepreneurial spirit and desire to solve problems early on, hear the story behind MedicalChain which raised 24million dollars! Listen as we discuss the role of blockchain in the NHS and the amazing growth of MyClinic. Abdullah ends by sharing his own advice for aspiring doctors and entrepreneurs. Dr Albeyatti is the Co-Founder and CEO of Medicalchain and MyClinic. MyClinic is used in over 72 countries worldwide to provide telemedicine solutions to a wide variety of healthcare professionals. Medicalchain is dedicated to empowering patients to have access to their medical records and remove the barriers that lead to patient choice and empowerment. He is a GP and the Chair of the Royal College of General Practitioners - Yorkshire Faculty. Medicalchain has won multiple awards including from the Financial Times and Dr Albeyatti was awarded with the Imperial College London Emerging Alumni Leader Award. LinkedIn: Dr Abdullah Albeyatti ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode Sponsored by 360 Medics 360 medics is a free app designed for medical students and doctors where you will find all the answers to your medical queries. It’s basically the google of the medical world. In the app, you get access to a MHRA drugs database (available offline too!), adapted medical tools according to your speciality, reliable medical news, revision tools for med students and a place to store your notes. To name a few. And it will always be free. Download the app Now: Apple and Android https://360medics.com/en/welcome  Instagram: @360medics_en | Twitter: @360medicsuk ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
01:02:4311/04/2021
E81: The Reality of being a Doctor - Dr Radhika Thakrar

E81: The Reality of being a Doctor - Dr Radhika Thakrar

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Radhika, a paediatric trainee in South London. Tune in as she shares her journey from the beginning sharing the obstacles and challenges she faced alongside her achievements. We discuss her transition from medical school to foundation training and the importance of having a strong supportive network. Radhika shares with us why she choose paediatrics and her experiences so far. We discover the story behind her popular instagram page which changed from a vegan food blog to showcasing the reality of a junior doctor as she shares the high, the lows and everything in between as part of her journey as a peads trainee.  Dr Radhika Thakrar is in her first year of paediatric training in South London. She graduated from Imperial College London in 2018 not really knowing what to specialise in, but fell in love with paediatrics during her F2 year. She shares her journey on Instagram and YouTube (@DoctorRadhika) to show medical students what it’s really like to be a doctor, with the real highs and low, because she had no idea what to expect. She also loves trying to keep house plants alive, cooking vegan dishes and going on long walks around London. Learn more about Radhika: Instagram: @doctorradhika Twitter: @RadhikaThakrar YouTube: Doctor Radhika Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
55:3204/04/2021
E80: The Future is Code - Dr Josh Case

E80: The Future is Code - Dr Josh Case

In this week’s episode we welcome Dr Josh Case, a software developer and doctor from Australia. He shares why we should all try to learn code as clinicians, the power of technology, the ability to develop cool projects (MedEd, Scripts and Games) and how being able to even do basic coding can help with so many quality improvement projects and increase efficiency in hospitals. We delve into the future where in a hypercompetitive environment doctors will need to go beyond the traditional requirements to really stand out. Dr Josh Case is a doctor and a software developer and hopes to empower other doctors and medical students to build new software, even without a tech background. He is passionate about making the world's hospitals safer and more efficient, as well as teaching clinicians how to code.   Learn more about Josh: Twitter: @_JoshCase https://joshcase.dev/ Code Blue - An introduction to Programming for Doctors - https://gumroad.com/l/NMtSD   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
57:5728/03/2021
E79: The Medical Student who fused his love for Medicine and Videography - Kharma Medic

E79: The Medical Student who fused his love for Medicine and Videography - Kharma Medic

In this week’s episode we are joined by the popular Medical YouTuber, Nasir Kharma who shares with us his journey from the very beginning. We discuss his love and passion for both medicine and videography, uncovering his journey into medical school. He shares with us why he decided to do an undergraduate degree in Canada and then re-apply for medical school having been rejected initially. Nasir shares with us how much it means to him becoming a doctor, the sacrifices he has made and the thought process behind sitting the USMLE during medical school. We discuss how his YouTube channel has amassed more than 700,000+ subscribers, the mystery behind why ‘Study with me..’ videos do so well and life now as a world famous medical student. In this open and honest discussion, he shares the thought and effort that goes into every single video and the importance of spending our time wisely and with purpose.     Nasir Kharma is a 4th year medical student studying at King's College London. Of Jordanian origin, born in Vancouver, raised in Athens and having attended university in Toronto and London, he is a truly a citizen of the world. Under the name "KharmaMedic", Nasir has amassed over 700,000+ followers across various social media platforms by sharing his experiences throughout medical school and teaching others how to utilise their time as efficiently as possible. His long-term dream is to use his knowledge as a doctor to leave a significant impact on the world by reaching millions of people through online education. Learn more about Nasir Kharma: YouTube: KharmaMedic Twitter: @KharmaMedic Instagram: @KharmaMedic Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
49:0321/03/2021
E78: Next Up…The Medlife Crisis - Dr Rohin Francis

E78: Next Up…The Medlife Crisis - Dr Rohin Francis

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Francis, the comedic cardiologist who shares with us his story from the very beginning. Francis shares with us his love for comedy and cardiology, why a gap year working in Wimbledon before medical school was so crucial for him and his personal development. We discuss the reality behind why so many doctors undertake PhD’s and the competitive nature of cardiology. Tune in as he shares his role as an interventional cardiologist and shares advice for budding trainees.  Francis shares the story behind his viral YouTube channel that now has more than 350,000 subscribers! We delve into some funny moments from his online presence on Twitter and why he is able to share his real personality without it all being too serious. Hear our thoughts on Gen Z and millennial doctors on social platforms and why it is so important we have hobbies and interests outside of medicine.  Dr Francis Rohin is an interventional cardiology fellow, PhD candidate, occasional comedian and creator of online educational videos, on his YouTube channel, Medlife Crisis.    Learn more about Rohin Twitter - @MedCrisis Instagram - @medcrisis YouTube - MedlifeCrisis www.medlifecrisis.co.uk   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
54:4814/03/2021
E77: The founding story of Geeky Medics - Dr Lewis Potter

E77: The founding story of Geeky Medics - Dr Lewis Potter

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Potter, the founder of Geeky Medics who shares with us his journey from the very beginning. We delve into his passion for enhancing medical education through technology, how he stumbled into a career within medicine having initially wanted to work in the world of IT. We discover some of the challenges he has faced and overcome so far in his life. Lewis shares with us how Geeky Medics was founded, how the initial idea of sharing his medical notes on a blog went to a platform and channel with more than 100 million views supported by an amazing community of MedEd enthusiasts across the world.  Tune in as he gives an honest account of the sacrifices he has made for the platform to flourish and the importance of doing what you truly love and enjoy even if it means taking some years out of training in the grand scheme of things.    This is an amazing episode for everyone who is a big fan of Geeky medics like ourselves to finally hear the story behind it all and the founder himself. Dr Lewis Potter is the Founder of Geeky Medics, an online medical education platform that enables medical students to learn clinical skills at their convenience through the use of an intuitive website and app. He is a GP trainee and Clinical Entrepreneur Fellow. Learn More: Twitter: @iLeW https://geekymedics.com/   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
01:00:0407/03/2021
E76: Leadership and Innovation at BMJ - Dr Kieran Walsh (BMJ Clinical Director)

E76: Leadership and Innovation at BMJ - Dr Kieran Walsh (BMJ Clinical Director)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Walsh, who shares with us his journey from the very beginning. We delve into his career exploring the incredible achievements he has accomplished and how he eventually became the clinical director of The BMJ. He shares with us how his initial role was actually supposed to be an editor only for a short period of time. We discuss the pivotal role of digital technology for clinicians in the UK and the pioneering work they are doing with clinical decision support products and medical education.  Dr Walsh explains the need to keep up to date with digital technology, facilitating on-demand access to medical resources and how the best products and services are driven by user feedback. He shares some tips on how he managed to publish more than 200 papers and what leadership means to him.  Dr Kieran Walsh is Clinical Director at BMJ. He is the clinical lead of the medical education and clinical decision support resources at BMJ. He has a vast amount of experience in online medical education, clinical decision support, face to face delivery of medical education, and both summative and formative assessment. He has experience of using all of these in programmes to strengthen health systems. He is Adjunct Associate Professor in Teaching and Research at Monash University and has written four books on medical education. He has published over 200 papers in the biomedical literature and has written four books.   Learn more about Dr Walsh: LinkedIn: Dr Kieran Walsh   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  Download the PodCases Mobile app Now - iOS (App Store) or Android (Google Play) www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
42:3828/02/2021
E75: Driving Culture change in the NHS - Mr Simon Fleming (OrthopodReg)

E75: Driving Culture change in the NHS - Mr Simon Fleming (OrthopodReg)

This week we are joined by Mr Simon Fleming, an Orthopaedic surgeon and change maker based in London. Tune in as he shares his personal story and the relentless pursuit to change the culture within the NHS. Simon delves into the moments in his career that made him reflect upon his own behaviour and that of others only to realise the underlying toxic cultures that exist within the workplace.  We delve into his #hammeritout campaign aimed at tackling bullying and discriminatory behaviours in the NHS to create positive and empowering workplaces and to improve patient care. Simon shares his experiences with what he describes as “Angels and Villains’ and some of the kickback he has received as a result of his work. Finally we discuss the roles we can all play in difficult and unstable environments even as junior doctors.  Simon is a London-based Trauma and Orthopaedic registrar. He is a co-chair for the International Conference in Residency Education (ICRE), on the advisory board for the NIHR Clinical Education Incubator, Associate Editor for Medical Education and The Clinical Teacher and a Ph.D candidate in Medical Education at Barts & The London Medical School. He is also a past Vice Chair of the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges Trainee Doctors’ Group (ATDG) and a Past President of the British Orthopaedic Trainees’ Association (BOTA).  While passionate about Orthopaedics, surgical training and mentoring future surgeons, he has special interests in hand surgery, competency decisions and combating bullying, undermining, harassment and the lack of diversity and equity in healthcare, through the award winning #HammerItOut and #CutItOut campaigns, on which he has delivered a TEDx talk and spoken internationally.  Learn more about Mr Simon Fleming: Instagram: @orthopodreg Twitter: @OrthopodReg https://simonfleming.co.uk/   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]  
01:12:5521/02/2021
E74: Doctors get Cancer Too, A Doctor's Diary of Life and Recovery from Cancer - Dr Philippa Kaye (GP and Author)

E74: Doctors get Cancer Too, A Doctor's Diary of Life and Recovery from Cancer - Dr Philippa Kaye (GP and Author)

This week we are joined by Dr Kaye, a GP and renowned author who shares with us her journey from the very beginning in what is a very touching episode. We delve into her career as a GP, celebrated author and TV personality. Dr Kaye shares with us a frank and honest account of her personal journey since being diagnosed with cancer and the many struggles and difficulties she has faced as a mother, partner, daughter and clinician. We delve into her life as a patient, dealing with the unknown, attending consultations and undergoing multiple surgeries whilst also practising as a GP. This is such a wholesome episode with Dr Kaye discussing the journey form diagnosis to recovery. In the episode she also shares some advice for anyone else who may also be experiencing a life changing siutation like herself. We ended by sharing her new mindset, her coping strategies and the many strengths and traits she discovered about herself.  Dr Philippa Kaye is a GP with a particular interest in children’s, women’s and sexual health. She has written multiple books including The M Word and she has a weekly column in Woman magazine as well as contributing to other magazines and newspapers. She has regularly been seen broadcasting on radio and television in programmes such as This Morning. She is the GP ambassador for Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust. Her days are filled with a mix of general practice, media work and her other job – being a mum!    Her latest book ‘Doctors get cancer too’ is out now and a highly recommended read for everyone!   Learn more about Dr Kaye: Twitter: @drphilippakaye Instagram: @drphilippakaye https://www.drphilippakaye.com/ Publishers: @summersdalepublishers | https://summersdale.com/   Purchase 'Doctors get Cancer Too, A Doctor's Diary of Life and Recovery from Cancer' - https://amzn.to/3dejpub Dr Philippa Kaye was 39 years old when she heard those dreaded words. The diagnosis of bowel cancer would change her life and mean crossing the divide from being a doctor to being a patient. She soon discovered that her years of training and experience had not prepared her for the realities of actually living with cancer. Doctors Get Cancer Too tells Dr Kaye’s moving story of being on both sides of the desk, and shares the insights she gained not only through the diagnosis and treatment but in surviving and thriving through cancer and beyond. Filled with practical advice, this book aims to make patients and their loved ones feel better understood, more prepared and less alone, and to provide solace for anyone navigating their way through hard times. Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
40:3614/02/2021
PodCourse 5: Why you should Learn to Code - Dr Josh Case

PodCourse 5: Why you should Learn to Code - Dr Josh Case

In this week’s PodCourse, Josh a software developer from Australia shares why we should all try to learn code as clinicians. Josh shares with us the power of technology, the ability to develop super cool projects (MedEd, Scripts and Games) and how being able to even do basic coding can help with so many quality improvement projects and increase efficiency in hospitals. He gives real life examples and explains how there is an unexpected large degree of cross over between coding and medicine. This is the start of an amazing new series hoping to help you all get started on your coding journey! Dr Josh Case is a doctor and a software developer and hopes to empower other doctors and medical students to build new software, even without a tech background. He is passionate about making the world's hospitals safer and more efficient, as well as teaching clinicians how to code. Learn more about Josh: Twitter: @_JoshCase https://joshcase.dev/ Code Blue - An introduction to Programming for Doctors - https://gumroad.com/l/NMtSD Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
06:2410/02/2021
E73: Embracing life as a GP and Founding Zero to Finals  (Dr Tom Watchman)

E73: Embracing life as a GP and Founding Zero to Finals (Dr Tom Watchman)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Tom, a qualified GP and leading medical educator. Join us as he shares his journey from the very beginning and the obstacles and challenges he faced. We discover how he developed and honed his passion for medical education and what set him on a path to founding Zero to Finals. Learn how to manage your time appropriately and why we should all embrace our journey instead of rushing to consultancy.     We spend time sharing the role of a GP and why it is such an awesome career path yet so often regarded as a lesser specialty. Tom tells us why he pursued to become a GP and why it is the best of both worlds regardless of your interest and hobbies outside medicine.  Tom Watchman is a newly qualified GP working in the Greater Manchester area. He studied medicine at the University of Manchester, where he also gained a bachelors degree in psychology and a masters degree in medical education. He stayed in Manchester for his foundation and GP training, and used this time to complete the MRCP (UK), DCH and DRCOG diplomas. Since finishing his foundation training, he has built Zero to Finals from an idea to a widely used educational tool. He spends almost all his free time creating educational resources to help people study medicine.   Learn more: https://zerotofinals.com/ Instagram: @zerotofinals Twitter: @zerotofinals YouTube: Zero to Finals Zero to Finals is a free resource designed to help you learn medicine. There are notes, books, flashcards, audiobooks, podcasts, videos and questions. Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
49:2407/02/2021
E72: Getting Smart with your Money as a Junior Doctor - Dr Tommy Perkins (Co-Founder Medics Money)

E72: Getting Smart with your Money as a Junior Doctor - Dr Tommy Perkins (Co-Founder Medics Money)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Perkins, a qualified GP in the south coast who shares with us his journey and the unusual story as to why he pursued medicine. We delve into why he is on a quest to empower doctors to make better financial decisions, how he ended up talking big waves in his anaesthetic interview and the importance of embracing our journey rather than rushing headfirst into consultancy and specialist training.  Dr Perkins shares why he co-founded Medics Money, the importance and issues surrounding finances as a junior doctor. We touch on life as a GP and what it means to be financially comfortable. Tune in as we discuss why money is such a taboo in the medical world. More importantly Tommy shares with some tips on how we can all make better financial decisions.  Dr Tommy Perkins is a GP with special interest in dermatology. He is a father to 3 kids and a surfer who lives by the beach on the south coast. He runs Medics Money which he co-founded with his partner Ed, a GP and a Chartered Accountant Chartered Tax adviser having worked with PWC for 9 years. He studied medicine as a graduate from a working class background with no financial assistance and graduated with £85,000 debt. Learn More:  www.medicsmoney.co.uk Empowering doctors to make better financial decisions. Free E-Book: https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/free-guide/ Twitter: @MedicsMoney Facebook: Medics Money   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
46:1631/01/2021
PodCourse 4: How to Look after your Mental Health as a Healthcare Professional - Dr Natalie Ashburner

PodCourse 4: How to Look after your Mental Health as a Healthcare Professional - Dr Natalie Ashburner

This is a much needed PodCourse on how we should all try and look after ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic. Dr Ashburner, a Psychiatry specialty doctor in the UK shares with us some tips and techniques we can all employ to ensure we develop and grow a healthy mindset and look after our well-being. Some of the topics covered include: Creating routine, seeking help, nutrition, socialising and staying connected, time for hobbies, breaks and the importance of self-kindness. Dr Ashburner - @thementalhealthdoctor Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
14:4327/01/2021
E71: Living the American Dream as a Chief Dermatology Resident - Dr Usama Syed (Liberty Medics Co-Founder)

E71: Living the American Dream as a Chief Dermatology Resident - Dr Usama Syed (Liberty Medics Co-Founder)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Syed, a dermatology resident based at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Tune in as he shares his journey from the very beginning as we discuss the challenges and achievements he has faced so far in his career. We delve into life as a medical student at Imperial College London, why he rejected a prestigious AFP post in Central London and what ignited his pursuit to become a dermatology resident at the Big Apple.  Dr Syed talks gives us a frank and honest account of the tedious application process, the many sacrifices he had to make and if the grass really is greener on the other side. We spend some time discovering the many hidden challenges of transitioning to the US and the why he co-founded Liberty Medics to help and guide other students and doctors across the globe.     This is an amazing episode for anyone looking to pursue a career in the US. Usama Syed is a doctor who graduated from Imperial College London in 2016 and chose to decline his AFP job at Guys and St Thomas’ Hospital in favour of pursuing residency training in the US. He is currently a Chief Resident in Dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, New York. He co-founded the educational company ‘LibertyMedics’, who’s mission it is to inform and guide medical students/ doctors from around the world how to transition their medical careers successfully to the United States.  https://libertymedics.com Instagram - @libertymedics Dr Usama Syed - @realskindoctor   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
01:24:1624/01/2021
E70: The Founding Story of Quesmed - Dr Yezen Sammaraiee (Founder)

E70: The Founding Story of Quesmed - Dr Yezen Sammaraiee (Founder)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Yezen an IMT trainee and founder of Quesmed. Join us as he shares his journey from the very beginning discussing the achievements and obstacles he has faced to date in his career. We delve into how he discovered his passion for medical education and the skillset and experience he has since developed. Dr Yezen shares with us the story behind founding Quesmed and why it has proven to be such a popular exam bank in recent times. We discuss the different modalities of medical education in this new era and what the future will look like. We end by sharing some tips on how we can all get involved in medical education from a very basic level even at medical school.  Dr Yezen Sammaraiee is an internal medicine trainee at St. Thomas’ Hospital and founder at Quesmed.com. He qualified from UCL Medical School in 2016 with a first class iBSc in neuroscience. During his time at medical school, he founded a number of sustainable peer assisted learning initiatives, publishing and presenting a number of medical education projects in peer-reviewed journals and international conferences. As a foundation doctor in the North Central London Deanery, he successfully completed a PGCERT in Medical Education with a distinction in Technology Enhanced Education. Following this, he completed a Clinical Research Fellowship in Stroke Medicine and Neurology at University College London Hospital before returning to training. Learn More: https://quesmed.com Quesmed iOS App: https://apple.co/3bMVxNz Quesmed Android App: https://tinyurl.com/y3dbr3qh 6500 SBAs, 15,000 Anki flashcards and 1000+ notes Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
39:4917/01/2021
Bonus PodCase: A 42 year old gentleman Presents with Leg Pain...

Bonus PodCase: A 42 year old gentleman Presents with Leg Pain...

In this week's PodCase a 42 year old gentleman presents to A&E with leg pain... Immerse yourself in this case as you learn the history and presentation of a DVT appreciating the complications which can develop as a result. Learn the appropriate investigations to request to help support or exclude a differential list of diagnoses. Finally the framework for initiating and treating a DVT. For more PodCases like this, check out our new PodCases mobile app now available on iOS: tDownload the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
07:0816/01/2021
E69: The Medical Student turned Product Manager for Google - Abdel Mahmoud

E69: The Medical Student turned Product Manager for Google - Abdel Mahmoud

In this week’s episode we talk to Abdel, a final year medical student from UCL who shares his journey into medical school and Google. Tune is as we discover his passion for coding and how early mornings and long hours was the key to founding a startup which was incubated at Facebook. We discover how a highly competitive internship at Google finally made him realise how much he loved the role of a product manager, as he now embarks on his new career path. Abdel shares with us the moment when he nearly lost the opportunity to do an MSc in computer science and the steps he took to eventually secure a place. In this episode, hear the tips and tricks on how to get into coding, secure internships and the grit it took to turn a No into a Yes.     Abdel Mahmoud is an incoming Google product manager and final year medical student at UCL. His previous startup was incubated at Facebook when doing an MSc in computer science. Prior to that he graduated Sandhurst as the youngest infantry army officer in the UK at age 19.  Abdel also founded and presided over UCLs first Leadership and Management Soceity. His sports and hobbies include represented UCL nationally for triathlon and completing an Ironman. LinkedIn: Abdel Mahmoud   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
50:0010/01/2021
E68: Plan Well and Embrace your Journey, It's Unique - Dr Mohsin Ghor

E68: Plan Well and Embrace your Journey, It's Unique - Dr Mohsin Ghor

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Mohsin Ghor, join us as he shares his journey to becoming a cosmetic and aesthetic dentist working in London and Harvey Nichols! We delve into why Mohsin refused to pursue a career in Law despite all his done work experiences and internships in law firms. We come to learn how one phone call from the admissions department changed his life forever. Mohsin shares the difficulties he faced in dental school, failing exams and learning about the importance of resilience.  Discover how a passion for creativity helped Mohsin further his career and the one case which reinforced his career decisions. We end the episode by sharing why we should all always try our best, plan well and the importance of growth and learning from others.     Dr Mohsin Ghor graduated in 2014 and is a Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dentist working in London. He has a passion for providing high end cosmetic care for his patients, transforming their smiles and enhancing facial beauty. Whilst striving for excellence each day in his profession, Mohsin also loves to teach younger professionals, helping them along their career path. He hopes to one day teach on a larger scale whilst excelling in his field of cosmetic dentistry. Instagram: @drmohsinghor LinkedIn: Dr Mohsin Ghor   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
53:3603/01/2021
E67: Improving Human Performance with The Power of Mixed Reality and AI - (Dr Alex Young founder of Virti)

E67: Improving Human Performance with The Power of Mixed Reality and AI - (Dr Alex Young founder of Virti)

In this week’s episode we are joined by Dr Alex Young, the gamer surgeon who turned into an entrepreneurial innovator. Join us as we share his journey from the very beginning uncovering the struggles and achievements he has faced to date. We learn how Alex taught himself to code as a medical student having later founding an award wining educational company. We discuss what it takes to transition from a surgeon into a full time CEO. Alex shares why he founded Virti and took the leap to go and build a business in America.  Alex gives us a great insight into the uptake of tech in healthcare. We discuss the world of mixed reality and the power of AI showing how it can be used to enhance training and performance in high pressured environments. Discover the process behind market validation, problem-solving and the importance of speaking directly to key decision makers. We end the show with Alex sharing his advice for new and upcoming entrepreneurs.  Dr Alex Young is a trauma and orthopaedic surgeon by training and founder/CEO at Virti and NHS Innovation Fellow, on a mission to improve human performance and training through technology. Alex built and sold his first company whilst at medical school and went on to scale an award-winning medical education company internationally from his bedroom while still training in the NHS using self-taught coding skills. Alex has won multiple awards with Virti including the VR Healthcare Award at The VR Awards, Royal College of Surgeons’ Edinburgh Triennial Surgical Innovation Prize and the Association of Medical Education Technology Prizes. Alex is the host of the Human Performance podcast and also writes for Forbes and Entrepreneur. Learn more about Dr Young and Virti @AlexanderFYoung @virtilabs Dr Alex Young - LinkedIn virti.com Virti uses XR, artificial intelligence and gamification to help employees learn faster and remember training for longer. - Immersive education for Healthcare   The Human Performance Podcast   Learn more about Scrubbed In: Twitter - @ScrubbedIn_ Instagram - @Scrubbedin_ Download the PodCases Mobile app now - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/podcases-by-scrubbed-in/id1535819930 PodCases lets you Step into the shoes of Doctors to experience medicine. Listen to high quality audio cases and reinforce your learning with interactive quizzes.  www.scrubbedin.co.uk [email protected]
46:0327/12/2020