Med Conceptions Andreas Samoutis

🎙️ Dive into the world of eye care with Dr. Pranesh ( @pranesh ) an experienced ophthalmologist and medical educator at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London. Explore the essentials of vision health, discover when to seek expert advice, and unravel common misconceptions about eye care. Dr. Pranesh, also a passionate YouTube educator, offers valuable insights for eye care professionals and medical students globally.

🤓 Eye Exams & Vision Red Flags
👁️ Myopia, Dry Eyes & Cataracts: Causes, Management & Prevention
👓 Glasses vs Contacts & LASIK
🥕 Blue Ray Glasses, Nutrition & Eye Drops

👨‍⚕️ Dr Pranesh: http://bit.ly/m/pranesh
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pranesh

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Timestamps
00:00 Coming Up
01:25 Introduction 
02:37 Eye exams: When do we need them?
05:15 Ophthalmologists vs Optometrists vs Opticians
07:38 Red Flags in Vision
12:34 Anatomy of the eye
16:50 Why do we blink?
19:27 Dry eyes: Mechanism and solutions
25:45 Eye Drops: Common mistakes and expert advice
29:15 Why do we cry?
31:56 The correct way of applying eye ointment
33:55 Myopia: What is it, its causes, and can we reverse it?
41:25 Glasses or Contacts: Benefits and hazards
46:25 LASIK: Expert opinion
49:35 Eye trauma - Washing the eye
55:05 Why do we have different eye colours?
57:00 Cataracts: Preventing and curing
1:01:25 Diabetic Retinopathy: Identifying and managing
1:04:34 Blue ray glasses & White vs Yellow light

#eyehealth #eyecare #vision #optometry #eyes #eyedoctor #optometrist #ophthalmology #glasses #eye #eyewear #health #optician #eyeexam #ophthalmologist #eyesurgery #optical #sunglasses #eyeglasses #contactlenses #doctor #eyesight #glaucoma #cataract #visioncare #lasik #eyecaretips #retina #eyesurgeon #healthyeyes

*Disclaimer: The information provided is no substitute for professional medical advice. No liability is accepted as a consequence of any actions taken by any individual in response to this podcast. It is strongly recommended that you independently verify any interpretation of this material and if you have a medical problem that you see your doctor or another medical professional.
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🎙️ Dive into Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Ahmad Mahmood, a Cardiology Registrar from London, as he shares his recipe to successfully publishing a Meta - Analysis every month. We explore the deeper aspects of research, team management, organisation and member inspiration. We also look into the psyche of healthcare professionals, and the thin line between success and overdrive. 

🔍  Dr. Ahmad's unorthodox Reverse Meta Analysis Method to Publish every month
🔍 Choosing Wisely: team members, research topics and supervisors
🔍 Environment Matters: The dichotomy of open and toxic work environments and addressing the elephant in the room – Sexual Harassment in Healthcare.
🔍 Time Management Mastery: A sneak peek into Dr. Ahmad's daily schedule and how it feeds into his success.
🔍 The Darker Side: An honest discussion about the mental health challenges faced by consultants.
🔍 Mentorship and Guidance: Navigating the complex world of research supervision.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Ahmad Mahmood: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mahmood-Ahmad-28
Charity Dr Ahmad works with: https://humanityfirst.org/

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Timestamps
00:00 Coming up
00:15 Iron Man is a lie
2:12 Nobody likes to fail
4:03 Prerequisites to Success in Research 
5:43 The 4 Pillars of Success: Go All In
8:05 Dr Ahmad's Unorthodox Reverse Meta Analysis Method 
9:34 How to Choose the RIGHT Topic
12:25 People work better in organised environments
16:55 What to do when a research project is Failing 
19:10 Get the Right People at the Right Time
20:50 Open vs Toxic Environment & Sexual Harassment in Healthcare
24:50 Dr Ahmad's Daily Routine 
28:45 Dr Ahmad's Results 
30:20 Why some Consultants Kill themselves 
33:00 Students only have another arrow in their quiver 
35:52 What makes a Good Researcher 
37:45 Single Point of Contact 
39:53 How to Choose your Supervisor 
41:10 Open Ended Projects are Death Traps 
44:01 Managing and Inspiring people 
47:55 Informal Organisation
49:06 Too Much Success can make you Mad
52:25 Dont use self care as a excuse for laziness
54:19 Everybody else first, yourself last?
56:00 Healthcare Professionals & Responsibility 

#research #science #biology #education #covid #phd #scientist #medicine #technology #nature #chemistry #health #biotechnology #laboratory #innovation #phdlife #university #art #researcher #design #lab #engineering #medical #thesis #stem #dissertation #microbiology #biotech #bhfyp #love 

*Disclaimer: The information provided is no substitute for professional medical advice. No liability is accepted as a consequence of any actions taken by any individual in response to this podcast. It is strongly recommended that you independently verify any interpretation of this material and if you have a medical problem that you see your doctor or another medical professional.
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🎙️ Embark on a riveting journey with Dr. Ahmad Mahmood, a Cardiology Registrar from London, whose dedication extends beyond the hospital into the realm of Disaster Medicine. Traverse through tales of resilience, geopolitics, personal challenges, and the heart of global medical outreach:

🌍 Turkey-Syria Earthquake (2023) tales
🌍 Shocking Family Survival Stories
🌍 Kashmir Earthquake (2005) memories and Uganda healthcare
🌍 Entry into Disaster Medicine and a glimpse into the research realm

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Ahmad Mahmood: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mahmood-Ahmad-28
Charity Dr Ahmad works with: https://humanityfirst.org/

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Timestamps
00:00 Coming Up
00:45 Experiences in the Turkey-Syria Earthquake (2023)
02:44 Family Horror Stories Surviving 
03:50 Syrian Refugees
04:47 Ice Cream American Interpreter 
07:25 Sleeping in Polytunnels 
08:23 How Dr Ahmad got into Disaster Medicine  
08:45 Stories from the Kashmir Earthquake (2005)
10:57 Disaster Medicine Unit Setups
11:52 Uganda 1 Dr : 4000 patients 
16:27 99% Absence in Medical School
18:29 Mission Hospital - 1 man hospital 
21:05 Engaging with Research
23:10 Controversial Topics in Research
24:02 Easiest way to get a Publication
25:20 The Art of Critique 

#disastermedicine #emergencymedicine #ambulancelife #voronezh #rescueteam #medicalteam #medicalservice #russia #hospitalhelicopter #airambulance #paramediclife #emhelp #doctoronduty #rapidresponse #helirescue #resuscitation #epro #paramedic #nurse #russianhelicopters #rescue #kazanhelicopters #medic #ahliauniversitybh #nursing #disastermanagement #ambulance #ruw #amauniversity #instahelicopters

*Disclaimer: The information provided is no substitute for professional medical advice. No liability is accepted as a consequence of any actions taken by any individual in response to this podcast. It is strongly recommended that you independently verify any interpretation of this material and if you have a medical problem that you see your doctor or another medical professional.
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🎙️ Join us for a thrilling dive with Dr. Stelios Serghiou (MD PhD) into the hidden realms of biomedical research and health tech! From the halls of Stanford University to the innovative labs at Google, explore the highs and lows of scientific innovation as we unveil truths about transparency, reproducibility, and research scandals.

🔬 Research Chaos & the Transparency Crisis
🔬 Reproducibility Dilemma, Scandals & Research Retractions
🔬 Data Manipulation & Fraud  

🔐 Ethical and Moral Questions:
"Who Deserves Funding?"
"How Can We Trust Scientific Claims?"

🧪 Personal Journey: 
The Leap from Medicine to Technology
Nurturing Skills Through a Medical Degree
Memorable Experiences from Military Service

💡 Practical Tips & Wisdom: 
How Lay Population Can Navigate Through Science Claims
The Significance of Embracing Uncertainty in Science
The Power and Humility in Saying “I Don’t Know”

🌐 Stelios Serghiou: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stylianos-serghiou-md-phd-b4064b43/
📚https://twitter.com/SteliosSerghiou
📚https://medium.com/@stelios.serghiou

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Timestamps 
00:00 Coming up
00:54 Introduction to Dr Stelios 
02:35 Leaving Medicine 
7:35 Chaos in Research 
10:00 The Lack of Transparency 
12:53 Reduced Reproducibility in Research
14:50 The Theranos Scandal
16:10 Measuring Transparency 
19:59 Industry Vs Scientific Community
21:25 Retracted Studies That Influenced Public Opinion
24:05 Falsely Manipulating data: P-hacking
28:13 The Cure to Cancer has been solved?
31:30 It’s easy to cheat in research 
36:44 System incentives promote low-quality research
40:34 Advice when trusting Science Claims
43:21 Getting Comfortable with Uncertainty 
47:05 “I Don’t Know”
51:00 Who should receive Funding?
57:34 Following Your Passion 
1:03:00 The Invaluable Skills of a Medical Degree
1:07:21 Medicine Forges You through Hardship
1:08:08 Experiences from the Military  

#research #science #biology #education #covid #phd #scientist #medicine #technology #nature #chemistry #health #biotechnology #laboratory #innovation #phdlife #university #art #researcher #design #lab #engineering #medical #thesis #stem #dissertation #microbiology #biotech #bhfyp #love

*Disclaimer: The information provided is no substitute for professional medical advice. No liability is accepted as a consequence of any actions taken by any individual in response to this podcast. It is strongly recommended that you independently verify any interpretation of this material and if you have a medical problem that you see your doctor or another medical professional.
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🎙️ Embark on an enlightening journey with Avgoustinos Mesaritis, a seasoned nutritionist and naturopath, as we explore the fascinating world of nutrition and supplements. Discover evidence-based insights, gain practical advice, and unravel the truth behind these dietary and health topics:

🥦 Nourishing Fat Loss: Debunking FAD diets and mastering calorie counting
🥦 Building Muscles Wisely: Exploring supplements, BCAAs, protein, and more
🥦 Student's Brain Fuel: Low-carb diets, coffee, dark chocolate, and cognitive function
🥦 Meat Substitutes, Artificial Sweeteners and Superfoods
🥦 Dietary Approaches for Autoimmune Disorders: The enigma of the Carnivore diet
🥦 Detox Diets Deciphered: keto and intermittent fasting

💊 Supplementing Knowledge: Dive into evidence-based supplements like Vitamin D, Vitamin C, Curcumin, Magnesium, and probiotics. Explore their role in managing conditions like IBS and addressing vitamin deficiencies.

🧐 Dispelling Misconceptions: Challenge common beliefs:

"Not All Supplements Are Created Equal"
"Milk for Strong Bones?"
"Oranges vs. Vitamin C"

🌱 Personal Insights: Get to know Avgoustinos Mesaritis on a personal level:

The Battle with Leukemia 
Motivational interviewing techniques for building healthier habits
Trustworthy sources for delving deeper into the world of nutrition

🌐 Avgoustinos Mesaritis: https://nutritiondoor.blogspot.com/p/about-me_31.html
📚Gut - The New and Revised Sunday Times Bestseller - Giulia Enders: https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/Gut/QDvnBwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=0
📚Spoon Fed - Why Almost Everything We’ve Been Told About Food is Wrong - Tim Spector: https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/Spoon_Fed/fu-hDwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&printsec=frontcover

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Timestamps 
00:00 Coming Up
00:48 Introduction to Avgoustinos Mesaritis
02:10 His Battle with Leukaemia 
03:42 Working with Classical Medicine 
6:35 FAT LOSS NUTRITION: Foods to Avoid, Calorie Counting
12:01 Intermittent Fasting 
17:08 KETO is inadequate?
22:35 MUSCLE GAIN NUTRITION
26:28 Carnivore Nutrition and its Dangers 
31:09 Optimising your Microbiome for Mental and Physical Health 
37:10 Probiotics, Prebiotics and Symbiotic Supplements 
40:34 Taking Supplement breaks
42:58 COGNITION CLARITY NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENTS
45:51 Creating nutritional habits with motivational Interviewing 
50:15 Meat Substitutes and Artificial Sweeteners
53:48 Insulin Resistance Affects Weight Gain 
54:55 Lies we have been told about MILK
58:57 Genetics and Optimal Nutrition 
1:00:58 SUPERFOODS 
1:02:08 Evidence-based Supplements 
1:07:00 Not all Supplements are created equal 
1:10:24 When do we go to a Nutritional Therapist?
1:12:39 How a Nutritionist works with your Doctor

#nutrition #fitness #health #healthylifestyle #healthy #healthyfood #weightloss #motivation #diet #gym #workout #wellness #food #fit #fitnessmotivation #bodybuilding #lifestyle #healthyliving #healthyeating #vegan #exercise #fitfam #protein #training #personaltrainer #weightlossjourney #nutritionist #foodie #supplements #muscle 

*Disclaimer: The information provided is no substitute for professional medical advice. No liability is accepted as a consequence of any actions taken by any individual in response to this podcast. It is strongly recommended that you independently verify any interpretation of this material and if you have a medical problem that you see your doctor or another medical professional.
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🎙️ Join us for an eye-opening chat with Dr. Mark Cox, a distinguished medical doctor and host of the "Straight Talking Doctor" podcast. In this episode, we dive into mental health. Dr. Mark shares insights on recognizing when we need help, building robust support networks, and the pressing issues in today's complex world. We also explore his innovative startup, "Your Roots," transforming how parents support kids' mental health. Tune in for a genuine and enlightening conversation!

🌿 When to Seek Help and How to Help
🌿 Mental Health Crisis: Social Media, Failing School Systems and Practical Strategies to Combat
🌿 Discovering Authentic Meaning in Life

Dr Mark Cox Links:
TheStraightTalkingDr podcast: https://shows.acast.com/the-straight-talking-dr-podcast
Mind: https://www.mind.org.uk/
Better Help: https://www.betterhelp.com/

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Timestamps 
00:00 Coming Up 
00:20 Intro 
01:36 Personal Experience with Mental Health 
6:24 Therapy: Benefits and Pitfalls 
13:12 Finding your therapist 
15:35 Distinguishing Tough Times from Need to Seek Help
18:20 Approaching a conversation with someone struggling with mental health 
22:07 Building Stronger Support Networks for Mental Well-Being
25:20 Your Roots: bridging the gap between parents and children's mental health
26:04 Questioning the sole Medical Career
29:57 Finding your purpose
35:52 Transferrable Skills from a Medical Degree
40:58 Number one regret of a dying person 
42:27 Practically approaching the need to find authentic meaning 
46:55 You are Not Alone
48:53 Modern School Systems have Failed
51:11 Reasons Behind the Mental Health Crisis 
53:55 Stuck in the Pleasure Trap
56:08 Confront the Monster Under the Bed
57:54 TikTok is Cancer for your brain
1:03:04 Social Media Are Killing Our Focus 
1:04:52 ADHD on the Rise
1:06:50 Junior Doctor Strikes and the Burning NHS

#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #anxiety #love #mentalhealthmatters #depression #motivation #health #wellness #mindfulness #healing #fitness #life #loveyourself #therapy #inspiration #happiness #mindset #positivity #positivevibes #quotes #meditation #mentalillness #psychology #wellbeing #recovery #instagood #happy 

*Disclaimer: The information provided is no substitute for professional medical advice. No liability is accepted as a consequence of any actions taken by any individual in response to this podcast. It is strongly recommended that you independently verify any interpretation of this material and if you have a medical problem that you see your doctor or another medical professional.
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