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Clarity LabHow to Read a StudyWant research to support whatever product you’re selling? There’s a study for that. How could that not be the case, considering over 14,000 studies are published every single day?Learning how to read a study is a valuable skill in an age of information overload. Dr Rohin Franics joins Derek Beres to discuss how he reads a study, the relevance of sample size, why studying supplements is really challenging, correlation versus causation, statists, preprints, and more.Dr Rohin Francis is a UK-based cardiologist currently working toward a PhD on imaging techniques for acute myocardial infa...2025-01-1525 min
That's Absurd Please ElaborateThe Inescapable Sadness of the Kool-Aid Man | feat. Dr Rohin Francis of Medlife CrisisThis episode Trace tries to find the secret to happiness and special guest host Dr Rohin Francis swaps out blood for something with a tangy, fruity kick. Oh yeah! Oh no!QUESTIONSTrace: "Must we know a negative thing to understand the positive?" from BuenaRohin: "Could you replace all your blood with kool-aid?" from AllysonDo you have an absurd question? Maybe it's silly idea you had, a shower thought about the nature of reality, or a ridiculous musing about your favorite food? If you want an answer, no matter...2024-10-101h 12
The Eco Well podcastExperts Behaving Badly RoundtableThis episode focused on the issue of misinformation and bad behaviour in the science and medical influencer space. Disclaimer, special attention was given to the rise of dermfluencers. This episode featured a roundtable discussion between dermatologist Anjali Mahto MD, cardiologist Rohin Francis MD, immunologist Andrea Love PhD and cosmetic chemist Michelle Wong PhD. Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, subscribe and write a review! If it's accessible, we also have a Patreon which you can find at patreon.com/theecowell2024-10-011h 45
ESC TV Today – Your Cardiovascular NewsDrug treatment of HCM - Humour in medicineESC TV Today brings you concise analysis from the world's leading experts, so you can stay on top of what's happening in your field quickly. This episode covers: Cardiology This Week: A concise summary of recent studies Drug treatment of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy Humour in medicine Statistics Made Easy: Regression analysis Host: Susanna Price Guests: Carlos Aguiar, Milind Desai, Rohin Francis Want to watch that episode? Go to: https://esc365.escardio.org/event/1156 Disclaimer: ESC TV Today and ESC 365, the cardiology knowledge hub are supported by B...2024-08-0126 min
The Animal Heartbeat1: Heart surgery in dogs vs. humans: LIVE from the Cambridge FestivalMessage our hosts, Kieran and Jose.Welcome to Season 2 of The Animal Heartbeat! It's great to be back. Join our hosts, Kieran and Jose, as they facilitate a panel discussion featuring world-renowned experts from the canine and human cardiology world. This fascinating special episode covers a range of topics centred around mitral and aortic surgery in dogs and humans, and compares the human and canine perspectives. This live event was made possible by the kind support of Ceva Animal Health.Our panel:Dr Ravi De Silva: Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Royal Papworth Hospital; Training Programme...2024-06-031h 24
ComedicineS2 E7 That’s Edu-tainment!We head back across the pond to UK interventional cardiologist, Youtuber and comedian, Dr Rohin Francis. His YouTube channel is called Medlife Crisis. Rohin makes videos on medical topics that don’t get covered elsewhere and/or with more scientific rigor than Goop! He breaks it down to make it understandable and he crams in a lot of jokes! We talk about science, jokes and trying to find balance. Is that a thing?Find Dr Rohin Francis here:Website: https://www.medlifecrisis.co.ukYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MedlifeCrisisInstagram: https://www.instagram.co...2024-04-0445 min
How To Make A Science Video... like MedLifeCrisisMedLifeCrisis - also known as Dr Rohin Francis - is a full-time doctor in the NHS, and occasionally makes extremely successful YouTube videos. In a wide ranging chat, we discuss the wider responsibilities and implications of science communication, how he researches his videos, and why he assumes his audience is ignorant (in a good way).Rohin’s recommended video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGp77CmhhLwHow To Make A Science Video asks top science creators on YouTube about how they do their jobs, and how they got to where they are now. We ta...2023-10-2355 min
Healthcare Change MakersDr. Glaucomflecken: The Importance of Sharing a LaughDr. Glaucomflecken has a unique backstory as he made the pivot from performing stand-up comedy to becoming a physician. TikTok is now his stage with over 2 million followers, creating comedic skits about the healthcare world. Besides comedy, he also uses his platform to spread awareness about his sudden cardiac arrest in 2020 and his diagnosis with testicular cancer. On this episode, Dr. Glaucomflecken explains his introduction to content creation, the evolving idea of professionalism in the medical field, keeping a positive mindset, and more. Quotables: “I love making people laugh and exploring that creativity… it’s...2023-06-0140 min
InductionHow the Internet Changed Healthcare w/ Medlife CrisisIn this fortnight’s episode of Induction, Tom chats to Dr. Rohin Francis about how the internet has changed our relationship with our own health.*The Induction Team*Hosted by Tom NicholasEdited by Georgia BurrowsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-05-231h 06
Dan Osman's Ramblings Of A Madman PodcastR.O.A.M Podcast Episode 10 - Cardiology, Comedy & Content with Dr. Rohin FrancisThis week I spoke to consultant cardiologist Dr Rohin Francis about everything from his fantastic work with the heart, his stand-up, side projects in content creation, fascination with space and juggling all that whilst being a husband and father too!
- Medluencers and capitalising on authority bias.
- Distinguishing between misinformation and disinformation.
- Scope of practice and regulatory bodies.
- Halmotra and Unberman 👀
- False balance.
- Informed thinking, echo cheers, healthy scepticism, and critical thinking.
- Tips for your heart and...2023-02-2452 min
Knock Knock, Hi! with the GlaucomfleckensComedy in Medicine with Cardiologist Dr. Rohin FrancisCardiologist Dr. Rohin Francis, chats with the Glaucomfleckens about the power of mixing comedy with medicine and they take the time to compare the US and UK medical systems—Want more Dr.Rohin FrancisWebsite: https://www.medlifecrisis.co.uk/YouTube: Med Life CrisisInstagram: @medcrisisTik Tok: @medcrisis—We want to hear YOUR stories (and medical puns)! Shoot us an email and say hi! knockknockhi@human-content.comCan’t get enough of us? Shucks. You can support the show on Patreo...2023-02-211h 17
Ghost NotesGhost Notes and Friends: Medlife CrisisCory and Noah are joined by Dr. Rohin Francis to discuss the possible biological origins of rhythm and why humans may have developed music in the first place.Subscribe to Curiosity Stream and get access to Nebula where you can listen to Ghost Notes episodes one month early: https://curiositystream.com/ghostnotesMedlife Crisishttps://nebula.tv/medlifecrisishttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgRBRE1DUP2w7HTH9j_L4OQhttps://twitter.com/MedCrisishttps://www.instagram.com/medcrisis/h...2023-01-0153 min
Parallax by Ankur KalraEP 81: @Medlife Crisis and Authenticity with YouTuber & Interventionalist, Dr Rohin FrancisIn 2017, Rohin Francis AKA Medlife Crisis uploaded a YouTube video titled “Leonardo da Vinci's theory about the heart was right”. This first video about how the heart valves close was watched by 412K people, garnering more than 700 comments from a diverse audience who connected to the subject with fascination, curiosity and humour.
This week’s guest on Parallax is Dr Rohin Francis, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust and prolific YouTuber.
Rohin believes that authenticity is one of the keys of his videos’ success. When asked about his journey to medicine he summarises: “I was being...2022-12-0544 min
NDARohin Francis — Medlife CrisisRohin Francis argues with Dave about what responsibilities influencers have over their audience and what it's like being a doctor and creator.Watch your favorite creators and listen to this podcast early on Nebula.https://nebula.tv/ndaDave Wiskushttps://twitter.com/dwiskusRohin Francishttps://nebula.tv/medlifecrisishttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgRBRE1DUP2w7HTH9j_L4OQhttps://twitter.com/MedCrisishttps://www.instagram.com/medcrisis2022-11-021h 13NDARohin Francis — Medlife CrisisRohin Francis argues with Dave about what responsibilities influencers have over their audience and what it's like being a doctor and creator.Watch your favorite creators and listen to this podcast early on Nebula.https://nebula.tv/ndaDave Wiskushttps://twitter.com/dwiskusRohin Francishttps://nebula.tv/medlifecrisishttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgRBRE1DUP2w7HTH9j_L4OQhttps://twitter.com/MedCrisishttps://www.instagram.com/medcrisis2022-11-021h 13
The Eco Well podcast(Medical) Experts Behaving Badly w/ Dr Rohin Francis, aka Med Life CrisisAnd we're back! Kicking off season 7 with a convo feat Dr Rohin Francis, otherwise known as MedLife Crisis, about (medical) experts behaving badly online. Enjoy! Interested in supporting the show? Find us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/theecowell2022-10-0549 min
Inside HealthA spoonful of sweetenerWhat do sweeteners do to our bodies? We force feed James cups of sweetened tea and find out with nutrition scientist Dr Sarah Berry from King’s College London. We then tackle something stronger - alcohol. Can a new supplement reduce the amount of alcohol getting into the body? And Rohin Francis gets frustrated at the shonky claims being made by health podcasts (not this one, of course, you’re totally in the right place).Presenter: James Gallagher
Producer: Beth Eastwood2022-09-2728 min
Wellness: Fact vs. FictionFitness Trackers & Wearables - Health or Hype?Join Dr. Danielle Belardo and her expert of the week, cardiologist and internal medicine physician Dr. Rohin Francis. Rohin is also a writer, comedian, and creator of the YouTube channel Medlife Crisis, where he tackles fascinating and offbeat science topics that don’t get covered elsewhere. On today’s episode, he covers the spectrum of all things exercise and cardiovascular disease related, with a sprinkle of humor (of course), and answers the burning question—is there such a thing as too much exercise? He may also help save you a few bucks as you eye up the latest flashy fitnes...2022-09-221h 24
A Podcast Of Unnecessary DetailLive And Kicking Part 1Helen, Matt and Steve introduce the best bits of their recent live shows, performed at London’s Bloomsbury Theatre. With nerdy guest performers Dr Rohin Francis aka Medlife Crisis discussing why the human body isn’t really fit for purpose, and comedian Rosie Wilby on whether monogamy is truly dead. Plus the Nerds share their own unnecessary details on stage, with Matt throwing the rule book at Swiss Trains, Helen singing numbers in rhyming order, and Steve breaking into his own car:- Steve's bit (01:33)- Rohin's bit (14:40)- Matt's bit (23:45)...2022-05-1050 min
Genetics UnzippedHave a heartIn this episode of Genetics Unzipped, Dr Sally Le Page is delving into the seemingly science fiction world of xenotransplantation, that is, taking organs from animals and using them as organ transplants for humans. We chat with cardiologist Rohin Francis about the groundbreaking operation this year transplanting a genetically modified pig heart into a human, and we chat with Professor Angelika Schneike about how we can avoid getting more than we bargained for from pigs.Full show notes, transcript, music credits and references online at GeneticsUnzipped.com Follow us on Twitter @GeneticsUnzipThis e...2022-04-2127 min
Everything Hertz149: Medical misinformation (with Rohin Francis)Dan and James chat with cardiologist Rohin Francis about medical misinformation and how he uses YouTube for science communication via his 'Medlife Crisis' channel.
Links to stuff that was mentioned:
Rohin's YouTube channel
Rohin on Twitter
Can you be so fit that you die video?
Why does getting in the water want to make you pee video
What is the stupidest nerve in the body video
Can you legally buy a human skeleton video
The Tibbies YouTube channel
Up and atom YouTube Channel
Belinda Carr YouTube Channel
Everything Hertz on social media
Dan on...2022-02-1456 minInside HealthOmicronIs an Omicron infection inevitable? Which drugs still work? Is this the last hurrah of the pandemic? This week we have three of the country’s greatest scientific minds teasing apart what Omicron means for our lives now and in the future. Prof Eleanor Riley, Prof Azra Ghani and Prof Sir Martin Landray also tackle your, at times controversial questions! And our regular Dr Rohin Francis gives us a first-hand account of the pressures on NHS staff?2022-01-1128 min
DiscoveryThe painless heartDr Mitch Lomax is a sports scientist at the University of Portsmouth. She helps actual Olympic swimmers get faster. She explains how most of the muscles attached to our skeletons work: Tiny fibres use small-scale cellular energy, which, when all these fibres work in concert, turns into visible muscular movement. Mitch also explains how the dreaded Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, or DOMS, can hit, taking a stair-wincing 48-72 hours to peak after exercise.But skeletal muscles turn out to be quite different to heart muscles, as consultant cardiologist Dr Rohin Francis explains. Heart cells are more efficient...2022-01-1027 minInside HealthPrediabetes, Experiments in zero gravityBeat pre-diabetes and get your love life back? We hear from two people who are trying to avoid getting type 2 diabetes. But not everyone thinks the term is helpful so our resident GP Margaret McCartney and Dr Samuel Seidu, from the Leicester Diabetes Centre, join us to discuss. And our cardiologist Rohin Francis gets one step closer to his dream of being an astronaut. Presenter: James Gallagher
Producer: Geraldine Fitzgerald2021-11-0227 min
Curious CasesThe Painless HeartWhy does my heart not ache after exercise? asks listener Keith. Rutherford and Fry explore how and why heart muscle cells are special.Dr Mitch Lomax is a sports scientist at the University of Portsmouth. She helps actual Olympic swimmers get faster. She explains how most of the muscles attached to our skeletons work: Tiny fibres use small-scale cellular energy, which, when all these fibres work in concert, turns into visible muscular movement. Mitch also explains how the dreaded Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, or DOMS, can hit, taking a stair-wincing 48-72 hours to peak after exercise.2021-10-2837 min
Two Medics PodcastEp 29 - The Daaawg soldiers (ft Dr Rohin Francis)We are joined this week by Dr Rohin Francis who runs Medlife Crisis. We talk about the challenges of social media whilst being a medic and balancing that with being yourself. We also might take on the subject of dogs...again
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Abstract HeartClinical outcomes with unselected use of an ultrathin-strut sirolimus-eluting stent: a report from the Swedish Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty Registry (SCAAR) with Dr Sergio BuccheriWelcome back to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
Our focus for today's episode:
Clinical outcomes with unselected use of an ultrathin-strut sirolimus-eluting stent: a report from the Swedish Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty Re...2021-08-3110 minAbstract HeartAssociation between early recurrences of atrial tachyarrhythmias and long-term outcomes in patients after repeat atrial fibrillation ablation.with Dr Douglas DardenWelcome back to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
The topic of conversation on today's episode is Atrial Tachyarrhythmias:
Association between early recurrences of Atrial Tachyarrhythmias and long-term outcomes in patients after repeat at...2021-08-2415 minAbstract HeartEchocardiographic assessment of aortic stenosis: a practical guideline from the British Society of Echocardiography with Dr Liam RingWelcome back to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
Let's discuss:
Echocardiographic assessment of aortic stenosis: a practical guideline from the British Society of Echocardiography with Dr Liam Ring
Discover more at...2021-08-1710 minAbstract HeartAssociations between body-mass index and COVID-19 severity in 6·9 million people in England: a prospective, community-based, cohort study with Carmen PiernasThanks for listening to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
Today's episode focuses on associations between body-mass index and COVID-19 severity in 6·9 million people in England:
A prospective, community-based, cohort study with Carmen Pie...2021-08-1013 minAbstract HeartAntihypertensive treatment and risk of cancer, an individual participant data meta-analysis with Emma CopelandWelcome back to another episode of Abstract Heart, hosted by Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
On today's we're delving into;
Antihypertensive treatment and risk of cancer, an individual participant data meta-analysis with Emma Copeland
...2021-08-0314 minInside HealthFewer periods, The link between erectile dysfunction and the heartIt’s time to talk about periods and contraception. Different birth control options alter the menstrual cycle. Journalist Nicola Davis tells me about her decade without periods and our resident GP Margaret McCartney and sexual health doctor Julia Bailey discuss the evidence and what you need to know. We’ve also got vaccination expert Adam Finn to discuss the slowdown in young people getting the Covid-19 jab and cardiologist Rohin Francis explores the link between erectile dysfunction and the heart.PRESENTER: James Gallagher
PRODUCER: Geraldine Fitzgerald & Beth Eastwood2021-07-2727 minAbstract HeartSocial isolation and risk of heart disease and stroke: analysis of two large UK prospective studies with Sarah FloudWelcome back to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
On today's episode we're taking a look at;
Social isolation and risk of heart disease and stroke: analysis of two large UK prospective studies wi...2021-07-2713 minAbstract HeartDapagliflozin in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease with Professor David WheelerWelcome back to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
The topic of conversation on today's episode is Chronic Kidney Disease:
Dapagliflozin in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease with Professor David Wheeler
Di...2021-07-2013 min
The Naked Body, from the Naked ScientistsNaked Body: Heart of the matterOur hearts are one of the hardest working organs we've got, but how do they work? Cardiologist Rohin Francis tells us how... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists2021-07-1603 minAbstract HeartDapagliflozin in Patients with Heart Failure and Reduced Ejection Fraction with Professor Mark PetrieWelcome back to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
On our second episode we'll be talking about heart failure.
Dapagliflozin in Patients with Heart Failure and Reduced Ejection Fraction with Professor Mark Petrie...2021-07-1315 minAbstract HeartIdentification of vulnerable plaques and patients by intracoronary near-infrared spectroscopy and ultrasound (PROSPECT II): a prospective natural history study with Professor David ErlingeWelcome back to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
Our focus for today's episode:
Identification of vulnerable plaques and patients by intracoronary near-infrared spectroscopy and ultrasound (PROSPECT II): a prospective natural history study wi...2021-07-1310 minInside HealthHow to defeat needle phobia and football and lateral flow tests.The Inside Health podcast is back with a bang! Find out how having a couple of mates round for the football trapped scientist Alex Crozier inside a Covid experiment. Laura talks us through her remarkable journey, from a fear of needles to having her Covid jab, and Oxford University’s Daniel Freeman has some tips for you too. We’ve unleashed our cardiologist, Rohin Francis, for the first of his “Roving Rohin” (trademark pending) reports on hospital staff who don’t get the vaccine. And GP Navjoyt Ladher shares her insight on where we’re at w...2021-07-0627 minAbstract HeartPost-covid syndrome in individuals admitted to hospital with covid-19: retrospective cohort study with Dr Amitava BanerjeeWelcome to Abstract Heart with Professor Chris Gale.
A podcast brought to you by Wondr Medical, comprising of a series of episodes of short interviews with experts.
Episodes provide conversational, but focussed summaries of the most important, latest and interesting articles and research in cardiology. Abstract Heart covers the broad range of cardiology as well as sub-specialist areas to keep listeners informed of what’s happening.
On our first episode.
Post-covid syndrome in individuals admitted to hospital with covid-19: retrospective cohort study with Dr Amitava Banerjee
Discover more at Wo...2021-07-0610 min
The Scrubbed In Show by PeerrE78: Next Up…The Medlife Crisis - Dr Rohin FrancisIn 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...2021-03-1454 minInside HealthCovid SymptomsA fever, cough or loss of smell and taste are criteria for a Covid-19 test, but what if you have different symptoms? James Gallagher discusses whether more symptoms should be added to the UK government's list with resident GP, Margaret McCartney and Dr Thomas Struyf of KU Leuven.Cardiologist Dr Rohin Francis explains what symptoms he sees when patients with coronavirus arrive in hospital. One of the most common symptoms of Covid-19 is the loss of the sense of smell. It returns after a few weeks in most people but a significant minority still can’t...2021-02-0927 minInside HealthStatins and Nocebo, Vit D & Covid, new therapies for CovidShould you take vitamin D pills to ward off coronavirus? Our own Dr Margaret McCartney has been sifting through the evidence in search of answers.
Also clinical trials expert Dr David Collier of Queen Mary University London tells us about new treatments for Covid-19 that are in the pipeline. And is the mysterious “nocebo effect” causing most of the side-effects from statins? Janice Richardson from Hebden Bridge shares her experience on the pills and we chat to researcher and Dr James Howard of Imperial College and cardiologist Dr Rohin Francis. Presenter: James Gallagher
Producer: Geraldine Fitzgerald2021-01-1227 min
Healthcare UnfilteredCardiology, Comedy, and COVID-19 with Rohin FrancisRohin Francis (@MedCrisis), cardiologist in the UK, brings his expertise and unique sense of humor to the show to share how he’s combined comedy with medical education through his Twitter and YouTube presence, how he sifts through the vast expanse of COVID-19 research for data that is useful and legitimate, the apparent inability to have an open scientific debate on Twitter without being chastised or judged for your viewpoints, and so much more.
Check out Dr. Francis’ videos at https://www.medlifecrisis.co.uk/.2021-01-121h 02Inside HealthCovid in 2021 & a blood test that claims to detect cancer early2020 was awful. So what about 2021?I chat with Prof Neil Ferguson to see how this year could play out and when life might return to normal. Cardiologist Dr Rohin Francis and cancer nurse Aly Foyle are both back to share their experiences of coping during Covid.I promise you, it’s not all bad news.And our own Dr Margaret McCartney, alongside Cancer Research UK’s Jodie Moffat, scrutinises a new blood test that promises to find cancer early.It's a good programme, James. PRESENTER: James Gallagher
PRODUCER: Beth East...2021-01-0527 min
Audio – Forum for PhilosophyAnti-vaxxers and Other ScepticsKatherine Furman, Rohin Francis, and Heidi Larson discuss the causes of and cures for distrust in medical expertise.2020-10-2700 minForum for PhilosophyAnti-vaxxers and Other ScepticsKatherine Furman, Rohin Francis, and Heidi Larson discuss the causes of and cures for distrust in medical expertise.2020-10-2700 minForum for PhilosophyAnti-vaxxers and Other ScepticsKatherine Furman, Rohin Francis, and Heidi Larson discuss the causes of and cures for distrust in medical expertise.2020-10-2700 min
Shaping the Post-COVID WorldAnti-vaxxers and Other ScepticsContributor(s): Professor Heidi Larson, Dr Katherine Furman, Dr Rohin Francis | Will a future COVID-19 vaccine be undermined by anti-vaxxers? We discuss the causes of and cures for distrust in medical expertise.
Rohin Francis (@MedCrisis) is a Cardiologist at University College London and a writer, comedian, and YouTube content creator.
Katherine Furman (@katfurman) is a Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Liverpool.
Heidi Larson (@ProfHeidiLarson) is a Professor of Anthropology, Risk and Decision Science at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.
Jonathan Birch (@BirchLSE) is a Fellow of the Forum for Philosophy and an Associate Professor of...2020-10-201h 13
The Paradocs Podcast with Eric LarsonMyocarditis in Asymptomatic COVID-19 Isn't Real with Dr. Rohin FrancisOkay, so today's title to the show is a little provocative. But it's meant to convey the most important takeaway from the discussion. Our problem is the recent news that asymptomatic people and athletes showed signs of myocarditis (heart inflammation) on cardiac MRI and there was concern that this put them at immediate risk of heart diease.
To explain the controversy, I brought Dr. Rohin Francis onto the show. He is an interventional cardiologist from London who is getting his PhD in cardiac MRI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-09-1743 min
Main primer channelEpidemic, Endemic, and Eradication SimulationsThanks to Dr Rohin Francis of Medlife Crisis and Dr Rishi Desai of Osmosis for their feedback.
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2020-09-1400 minInside HealthCovid-19 and ethnicity in medicine; medical devices safety reviewOne of the most striking features of the coronavirus pandemic is the disproportionate toll it’s taken on some groups in society. Research by the Office for National Statistics shows black people are nearly twice as likely to have died from coronavirus than white people. And you see a similar pattern of elevated risk in other ethnicities too. Why is this? And to what extent is Covid 19 shedding light on approaches being taken in medicine more generally when assessing and treating people from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic groups?We hear from GP Dr Navjoyt Ladher who’s be...2020-07-1427 min
The Accad and Koka ReportEp. 133. Rohin Francis: Britain, COVID, and Race in MedicineOur guest is Rohin Francis, MD. Dr. Francis is a Cardiologist in London, who also hosts a popular YouTube channel. He recently discussed what COVID may tell us about racism in science and medicine (Video in show notes), and comes on the show for a wide ranging discussion on racism in medicine, COVID in Britain, and how minority groups have fared in Britain.
GUEST:
Rohin Francis MD: (https://twitter.com/MedCrisis)
SHOW NOTES:
Watch Rohin's video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGelSatcacA&list=UUgRBRE1DUP2w7HTH9j_L4OQ) on Racism in Science and Medicine
WATCH ON YOUTUBE:
Wa...2020-07-121h 25
The Accad and Koka ReportRohin Francis: Britain, COVID, and Race in MedicineOur guest is Rohin Francis, MD. Dr. Francis is a Cardiologist in London, who also hosts a popular YouTube channel. He recently discussed what COVID may tell us about racism in science and medicine, and comes on the show for a wide ranging discussion on racism in medicine, COVID in Britain, and how minority groups have fared in Britain.
SHOW NOTES
Watch Rohin’s video on Racism in Science and MedicineWatch the episode on YouTube2020-07-1200 min
The Gentleman Scofflaw PodcastEp #48: The Coronacast with Dr. Rohin Francis of Medlife Crisis!Dr. Rohin Francis | Medlife Crisis | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookMedlife Crisis Coronavirus Video PlaylistMarch Giveaway!Support the show on PatreonGet some GentScofflaw swagCheck out Phoenix Shaving for the finest shaving accoutrements!2020-03-2700 min
Welcome To The HellmouthWttH Episode 127 - Selfless (S7E05)David and Michaela get that sweet, sweet Anya characterization they've been craving for a while now with "Selfless". It's Anya's time to shine and she's going full-vengeance on the whole thing! Wackiness ensues involving ancient troll lovers, bloody revolution, bunnies and more!
Rohin Francis' video on the free-divers of Borneo:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2F0V9MjrhXE
The Guardian's round-up of bad sex in fiction, 2018:
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2018/nov/30/bad-sex-award-2018-the-contenders-in-quotes
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bienvenue.hellmouth@gmail.com2019-02-2000 min
Heart podcastWhy cardiologists should use social mediaIn this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor Dr James Rudd is joined by Dr Rohin Francis from London. Rohin is a Twitter and Youtube advocate. They discuss why social media makes sense for cardiologists and indeed all healthcare practitioners. They cover Twitter, Youtube, Facebook and podcasts. Plus, what *not* to do online. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a podcast review at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/heart-podcast/id445358212?mt=2
Heart Journal's Twitter - https://twitter.com/Heart_BMJ?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor2018-07-1315 min
Heart PodcastWhy cardiologists should use social mediaIn this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor Dr James Rudd is joined by Dr Rohin Francis from London. Rohin is a Twitter and Youtube advocate. They discuss why social media makes sense for cardiologists and indeed all healthcare practitioners. They cover Twitter, Youtube, Facebook and podcasts. Plus, what *not* to do online. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a podcast review at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/heart-podcast/id445358212?mt=2
Heart Journal's Twitter - https://twitter.com/Heart_BMJ?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
2018-07-1015 min
Why Aren't You A Doctor Yet?Episode 12: Backpack Heart (ft. Rohin Francis)We're joined by Dr Rohin Francis - a cardiologist and PhD student looking at hearts. We talk about the coolest tech in cardiology, how hearts differ across the animal kingdom and how treatment of heart disease might change in the future.Plus we find out how being dead might invalidate your right to having privacy on your phone and Oz plans a murder - for science.You can find Rohin on twitter - @MedCrisis - and on YouTube. Hana's HighlightsJazmin ScarlettNikesh Shukla Fol...2018-05-1653 min