Med Conceptions
Med Conceptions is a video podcast hosted by Andreas Samoutis a UCL Medical Student, with guests from all around the healthcare spectrum, shedding light on common medical misconceptions and sharing valuable knowledge on leading a healthy, and mindful life.*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.
Episodes
25 episodes
How Spirituality shapes Recovery: Trauma, Religion and Psychology with Dr Renos Papadopoulos
🎙️ Exploring the Intersection of Psychology, Trauma, and Spirituality 🌟Join us for an enlightening episode of the Med Conceptions Podcast featuring Professor Renos Papadopulos. We are honored to feature Professor Renos K. Papad...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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53:59
UCL Medical School Director, Education Pioneer | Prof Faye Gishen
🎙️Tune in for a captivating conversation with Professor Faye Gishen, Director of UCL Medical School, as she reveals what sets UCL students apart, the vital role of soft skills in medicine, and her inspiring journey from doctor to dean. We...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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38:10
Eye Health Essentials and Myths | Dr. Pranesh (Part 1)
🎙️ 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 c...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:07:28
How to Publish a Meta-Analysis EVERY Month | Dr. Ahmad Mahmood (Part 2)
🎙️ 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, or...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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58:35
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Medicine Amidst Nature's Fury: Earthquake Frontline Stories (Part-1)
🎙️ 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...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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28:09
Research Unmasked: Truth, Deception, and The Way Forward - Dr Stelios Serghiou
🎙️ 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 i...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:16:24
How the Right Nutrition and Supplements Can Transform Your life | Avgoustinos Mesaritis
🎙️ 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 ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:17:18
Mental Health Unveiled: Identifying, Seeking Help, Preventing | Dr Mark Cox
🎙️ 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, buil...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:12:23
Birth Trauma and Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy | Dr Eline Pedersen
🎙️Discover a holistic journey led by Dr. Eline Pedersen, a Chiropractor specializing in birth trauma, paediatrics, and pregnancy. Learn evidence-based insights, unravel birth trauma's impact, and gain practical advice from an award-winning Spea...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:27:23
Netflix Doctor, Fetal Medicine Pioneer | Prof Kypros Nicolaides | MCS3E1
Dive into the extraordinary journey of Prof Kypros Nicolaides, a global leader in fetal medicine, in this enlightening podcast. Founder of the Fetal Medicine Foundation and Fetal Medicine Centre, his groundbreaking work redefines diagnostics an...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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50:12
Life as a Junior Doctor - Dr Nasir Kharma aka @kharmamedic
The following episode is a discussion with Nasir Kharma, a Foundation year doctor in London, known for his YouTube channel @KharmaMedic.In this podcast, Nasir shares his experience of becoming a doctor, the ups and downs of it. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:12:24
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Person Centred Care and the Cretan lifestyle - Prof Christos Lionis
In this genuine and heartfelt Podcast, Professor Christos Lionis, a primary health educator, leading researcher and clinician, discusses evidence-based models of care for compassionate communication, preventative medicine and behaviour modifica...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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47:44
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Sports Injury Prevention and Management - Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Mr Akash Patel
Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon Mr Akash Patel provides person-centred, practical advice for longevity, injury prevention and mindfulness. He talks about compound/isolated exercise, dynamic/static stretching, balance training and thei...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:09:27
A Psychologists Guide to Relationships and Parenting - Dr Andreas Anastasiou
Counseling Psychologist Dr Andreas Anastasiou explains how we can better prepare ourselves for relationships. He gives advice about creating and maintaining a meaningful and happy relationship while identifying a toxic one and exiting. Through ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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49:49
Rediscovering General Practice, Resurrecting our Healthcare system - Sir David Haslam
Sir David Haslam, professor, general practitioner and ex-chair of NICE, BMA and RCGP, explores the pivotal importance of general practice for patients and healthcare systems. In reference to his new book "Side Effects," he reflects on how the N...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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57:44
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Treating Addiction and preventing drug abuse - Tina Pavlou
Counseling Psychologist Tina Pavlou talks about drug abuse and addiction. She debunks numerous Myths about crystal meth, marijuana, and decriminalisation. Tina raises awareness of the rapidly rising numbers of synthetic drug abuse. She also sha...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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50:23
Dealing with Death, finding light in darkness - Dr Nicholas Herodotou
Having to deal with death daily, Dr Nicholas talks about his remarkable experiences as a palliative medicine consultant. Sharing people's needs and fears whilst dying reveals a deeper meaning to life, and forgotten values are highlighted. He ou...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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55:43
Osteopathy & the Postural Pandemic - Nicholas Hookway | MCS01E8
Osteopathy, its origins, what they do and who they treat.Do you spend most of your life sitting? Are you struggling with back pain? If yes then this episode is for youNicholas Hookway is an award winning graduate who qu...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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47:07
The glue that bonds Patients & Doctors - NHS Nurse Stefanie Hookway | MCS1E07
What does it mean to be a nurse? What’s their role in Hospitals? Are we treating them with Respect?NHS Nurse Stefanie Hookway talks about the challenges and opportunities in nursing such as losing patients but also being with the...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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42:18
Stress Resilience, Overthinking & People Pleasing - Psychologist Dr Andreas Anastasiou | MCS1E06
I’m I stressing too much? Why can’t I sleep at night? How do I stop Overthinking? Do I want to escape from the life I am living? If you’ve asked yourself these questions then this Podcast is...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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30:44
Politics & Population Health - Dr George Kentas, Assc Prof. of Int. Politics | MC SO1E5
Why should I care about Politics? Can we cure Corruption? Are we heading towards Anarchy? In this episode, Dr George Kentas an Associate Professor of International Politics and Governance talks about the relationship between Politic...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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56:08
MRI’s, CT’s and X-ray’s with Consultant Radiologist Dr Demos Michaelides | MC S01E5
In this episode Dr Demos Michaelides a Consultant Radiologist and Cambridge Medical School Graduate talks about the different methods of Imaging their uses and risks. He answers many questions on misconceptions such as, whether or not X-rays ca...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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37:10
Public Health, Mediterranean Nutrition & Olive Oil - Dr Tassos C. Kyriakides: Biostatistician at Yale | MC Pod S01E3
In this episode, Dr Kyriakides talks about biostatistics and Public health, while highlighting the pivotal importance of data presentation and the power of saying “I don’t know..”. He also introduces the Olive Wellness Institute and talks about...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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48:44
Relationships, Social Media & Mental Health - Dr Andreas Anastasiou | Med Conceptions Full Podcast #2
In this episode, we talk about building lasting relationships, maintaining mental health amidst a pandemic and fighting social media addiction. Dr Andreas Anastasiou also gives us an insight into what a career in psychology entails and answers ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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36:01
Pandemic, Vaccines & Covid Variants - Prof Peter Karayiannis | Med Conceptions Podcast #1
In this episode, we talk about when the pandemic will come to an end and if any other lockdowns are on their way. Vaccines' safety and side effects are discussed, as are possible booster shots and upcoming potential antivirals. The question of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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47:22