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Medstars Podcast channelWhat men should know about perimenopause - Dr Andrew Coward.We’re talking about a topic that affects millions of women — and by extension, millions of men too: the menopause. But instead of talking about it from a clinical or purely female perspective, we’re flipping the script a bit.Our question today is: What should men know about menopause — and how can we help?To help us answer that, we’re joined by Dr Andrew Coward, an experienced GP and menopause specialist, who has helped hundreds of women — and their partners — navigate this transformative phase of life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2025-07-2827 min
Medstars Podcast channelThe Truth About Perimenopause - Dr Catherine Coward.Dr Catherine Coward is a highly experienced General Practitioner and women’s health specialist, with over 30 years of clinical practice. Throughout her career, she has successfully balanced the demands of medicine with raising a family of four, embracing both personal and professional challenges with passion and resilience.Dr Coward holds the Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care from the British Menopause Society (BMS) and is formally recognised as both a BMS Menopause Specialist and Trainer. Her work is driven by a deep commitment to empowering women to thrive at every stage of life, through expert, individualised menopause ca...2025-07-2158 min
Medstars Podcast channelUnderstanding pain - Dr Hoo Kee TsangDr Barry Lambert talks to one of the UK's leading pain management specialists Dr Hoo Kee Tsang to understanding what is pain and why it is necessary all the way through to how to prevent and treat chronic longer lasting pain, including the use of opioids and medical cannabis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-1841 min
Medstars Podcast channelThe power of talking therapy - Dr Simon Heyland.Dr Mahnaz Hashmi is joined by Dr Simon Heyland, a consultant psychiatrist in medical psychotherapy, to explore the power of talking therapies.We’ll be delving into how talking therapies can support mental health conditions like trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as physical health conditions and overall wellbeing. We’ll also discuss how to choose the right therapy, tackle common misconceptions, and break down barriers to accessing mental health support.Links referred to in this episode:UKCP: https://www.psychotherapy.org.uk/British Psychoanalytical Council: https://www.bpc.org.uk/2025-05-2745 min
Medstars Podcast channelUnderstanding Dementia - Prof Tarun KuruvillaDr Barry Lambert is joined by Prof Tarun Kuruvilla, a Consultant Psychiatrist and leading researcher with decades of experience in dementia care. Prof Kuruvilla helps us better understand what is dementia, how to prevent it and we explore the power of early diagnosis and treatment advances. We discuss practical steps to take if you or a loved one are diagnosed with dementia and understand that the situation is often more hopeful than it first seems.Great further resources:Alzheimers Research UKAlzheimers Research "Your brain matter" information booklet 2025-05-2357 min
Medstars Podcast channelUnderstanding ADHD & Neurodiversity - Dr Erin Turner. Dr Erin Turner is a consultant psychiatrist who specialises in working with young people with mental health problems in Birmingham, particularly those with psychosis. Professionally, she is interested in the overlap between mental illness and neurodiversity, and how to navigate the healthcare system to get a timely diagnosis and specialist support. She has personal experience herself, as a parent of sons who have been diagnosed with ADHD. LINKS BBC Sounds – Dr Susan O’Sullivan https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0028zxsADHD UK https://adhduk.co.ukADD...2025-04-0155 min
Medstars Podcast channelSupporting mental health in the hospitality sector - Sam Sears, The Burnt Chef Project.Sam Sears is a senior chef and Ambassador for The Burnt Chef Project. Our aim is to understand the mental health challenges affecting those working in the hospitality industry, a sector well-known for its high-pressure environment and long hours. The Burnt Chef Project is an international organisation with over 200 ambassadors across the world which aims to support those working in hospitality who are struggling with their mental health. Sam is passionate about supporting his younger colleagues and promoting change within the industry to reduce the stigma around mental illness.Th...2025-03-0728 min
Medstars Podcast channelHow to avoid burnout at work - Alan Dovey.Today we are exploring why so many of us are so exhausted at work – and what we do about it. We’re joined by Alan Dovey, a Consultant Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and workplace mental health specialist who is the director of Working Minds. Alan has worked extensively with emergency services such as the fire brigade and police services, corporate sectors including as mental health advisor to Jaguar Land Rover. He has recently co-authored a comprehensive government review on workplace burnout.Links to content mentioned in this episode:The Brain Bible: How to Stay Vita...2025-02-141h 02
Medstars Podcast channelHow to find your motivation to live a healthier lifestyle - Steff Iancu.Steff left a career as a lawyer to become a personal trainer and run a successful gym . Having battled with her weight and mental health, she shares her journey to regaining control and inspiring others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-2035 min
Medstars Podcast channelUnderstanding mental health challenges - Dr Mahnaz Hashmi.Dr Mahnaz Hashmi, Consultant Psychiatrist – understanding mental health challengesAs a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist, Mahnaz argues her most important roles are to advocate for patients with severe mental illness and reduce the stigma associated with mental health conditions amongst non-psychiatric health professionals.Although society has made great steps forward in speaking out about mental health, the numbers suffering from these conditions is rising.We speak with Dr Hashmi to break down the issue and begin to better understand this complex topicLinks mentioned in the podcast:https://ww...2024-12-2355 min
Medstars Podcast channelRunning Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Covid & bringing Malala to the UK - Dr Fiona Reynolds. In October 2012 Dr Fiona Reynolds was visiting Pakistan to help advise on the intensive care aspects of liver transplantation but in the process found herself central to the care of Malala Yousafzai.Dr Reynolds shares her memories of 2012 as well helping run one the Uks largest Children’s Hospital – Birmingham Children’s hospital as its Medical director. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-2350 min
Medstars Podcast channelWhat you didn't know about general anaesthetic - Dr Barry Lambert.We speak to Consultant Anaesthetist and Medstars co-founder Dr Barry Lambert about how anaesthesia works and what happens to you when you are under. For many being put under general anaesthetic can feel like the scariest part of going for surgery. In this episode Barry talks through the facts and why it is incredibly safe.This is a great listen if you are awaiting for surgery or a parent with a child going for surgery and looking for further guidance and support. Some useful links:Patient risk infographic from Royal College...2024-12-0854 min
Inside Social InnovationCapital for Early Stage InnovationMedical innovation continues to flourish, however entrepreneurs are faced with many challenges, including tougher regulatory demands which make it more difficult to get products to market. This panel discussion includes representatives from various investment firms who give a clearer picture of the funding landscape, advising early stage innovators with creative ways to navigate these complexities. From the 2011 Global Health Series organized by the Stanford Global Health Center in partnership with the Stanford Graduate School of Business, Stefanos Zenios, the Charles A. Holloway Professor and director of the Stanford GSB’s Program in Healthcare Innovation leads this panel which convenes An...2011-10-141h 10