RCSEd Podcast

Let's Talk Surgery: The RCSEd Podcast

Let’s Talk Surgery: The RCSEd Podcast brings you the latest news from the College, providing informative, educational and entertaining content covering a range of healthcare topics and hosting a variety of expert speakers from the RCSEd membership and beyond. If you'd like to ask a question of our hosts or submit a topic for discussion please contact us at LTS@rcsed.ac.uk




Let's Talk Surgery: The RCSEd Podcast


99 episodes

Episode #8: "Concussion and Head Injury Awareness with Dr. Jonathan Hanson"

11 December 2020  | 
Episode #8: "Concussion and Head Injury Awareness with Dr. Jonathan Hanson"

Greg and Sesi are joined on the podcast by Dr. Jonathan Hanson, Consultant in Sports & Exercise Medicine, Team doctor for Glasgow Warriors Rugby team and member of the Scottish Government Medical Advisory Group on Sports Concussion. He talks about some of the short, medium and long effects of concussions, the work being done to tackle concussions and head injuries in sports and the general public. Giving the recent spotlight on this, one of his key messages is the need to be cautious and trat head injuries with respect as clinical questions continue over the long term implications.

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Episode #7: "An audience with the RCSEd Leadership Fellow"

30 November 2020  | 
Episode #7: "An audience with the RCSEd Leadership Fellow"

On this week's episode, Greg goes from being the host to the guest - taking us through his leadership experience / journey over the course of a fellowship like no other in the face of the COVID pandemic.

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Episode #6: "Paediatric Global Surgery"

20 November 2020  | 
Episode #6: "Paediatric Global Surgery"

On this week's episode of the RCSED Let's Talk Surgery Podcast, we sit down with 2 leaders in the field of Paediatric Global Surgery, Professor Kokila Lakhoo and Naomi Wright. Join us for insightful discussions and practical tips on getting involved.

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Episode #5: "College Activity: Hot off the Press!"

6 November 2020  | 
Episode #5: "College Activity: Hot off the Press!"

On this week's episode, we summarise the latest activity within the College, and highlight exciting developments and upcoming events to get involved in.

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Episode #4: "An International College with Pala Rajesh"

30 October 2020  | 
Episode #4: "An International College with Pala Rajesh"

On this week's episode, we welcome Pala Rajesh, Vice President of RCSED, with insights on the College's international strategy and exciting plans for the future.

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Episode #3: "Faeces, Fluid, Flatus..." - The Two Davids

23 October 2020  | 
Episode #3: "Faeces, Fluid, Flatus..." - The Two Davids

On this episode we welcome Mr David O'Regan, Chair of the Faculty of Surgical Trainers, and Mr David Riding, Chair of the RCSEd Trainee's Committee. We have radical conversations and passionate discussions on training, current issues in surgical training and how to maximise training opportunities in the context of the current COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

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Episode #2: "An Audience with the Presidents"

16 October 2020  | 
Episode #2: "An Audience with the Presidents"

On this episode, we welcome Professor Mike Griffin and Professor Rowan Parks to discuss their personal and leadership journeys, inspirations and how COVID-19 has affected the College while looking forward to the recovery in the months to come.

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Episode #1: Welcome

22 September 2020  | 
Episode #1: Welcome

Hosts Gregory Ekatah and Sesi Hotonu introduce the inaugural RCSEd Podcast, the topics they will be covering and special guests who will join the show.

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World Patient Safety Day

17 September 2020  | 
World Patient Safety Day

As we mark World Patient Safety Day, Chair of the RCSEd Patient Safety Group, Anna Paisley, shares a message, focusing on the work the College has been undertaking to uphold and improve the quality and standards of patient care within the healthcare sector.

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