BMJ Best Practice Podcast

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The BMJ Best Practice podcast publishes interviews with clinical experts, aimed at healthcare professionals and students with an interest in keeping up to date with the latest scientific developments, evidence-based medicine and guidelines. BMJ Best Practice is ranked one of the best clinical decision support tools for health professionals worldwide.* Structured around the clinical workflow and up... more

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	175	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Health & FitnessMedicine

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Latest Episodes

Measles

Measles is a serious disease. Unfortunately, it is making a comeback.

So we need to know how to diagnose, manage and prevent it.

To find out more about how to do all of this, listen to this BMJ Best Practice podcast interview with Linda Nield, Prof... more

8 Sep 2025 • 18 min

Asthma in children

Paediatric asthma is the most common chronic respiratory disease globally and is a significant cause of childhood morbidity and mortality.

So it is important that we get the diagnosis and management of this condition right.

To find out more, listen... more

21 Aug 2025 • 24 min

Factitious disorders

It is difficult to say how common factitious disorders are. A review of psychiatric consultations in a tertiary care setting found about 1% of referrals received a diagnosis of factitious disorder. Using an entirely different approach, researchers ex... more

22 Jul 2025 • 21 min

Down syndrome

Down syndrome is the most common genetic cause of intellectual disability, occurring in 1 in about 800 births worldwide. Children and adults with Down syndrome need high quality care from a wide range of different types of healthcare professionals.

24 Jun 2025 • 27 min

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Recent Guests

Linda Nield

Professor of Medical Education, Pediatrics at West Virginia University School of Medicine

West Virginia University School of Medicine

Episode: Measles

Helen Brough

Consultant in Pediatric Allergy at Evelina London Children's Hospital and Professor in Pediatric Allergy at King's College London

Evelina London Children's Hospital

Episode: Asthma in children

Jim Levenson

Professor of Psychiatry at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond and author of BMJ Best Practice Topic on Fictitious Disorders

Virginia Commonwealth University

Episode: Factitious disorders

Kishore Vellody

Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and author of the BMJ Best Practice Topic on Down Syndrome

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Episode: Down syndrome

Daniel Winkel

Assistant Professor of Neurology at Emory University School of Medicine

Emory University

Episode: Generalised seizures in adults

Helen Bedford

Professor of Children's Health at the UCL Institute of Child Health

UCL Institute of Child Health

Episode: Measles, mumps and rubella vaccination

Thorsten Leucker

Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and author of the BMJ Best Practice topic on hypercholesterolemia.

Johns Hopkins University

Episode: Hypercholesterolemia

Dr. Clare Mock

Clinical engagement physician at BMJ with a wealth of experience in safety and quality improvement

BMJ

Episode: BMJ Best Practice and patient safety

Sri Yarlagadda

Associate professor in the division of Nephrology at the University of Kansas Medical Center

Episode: Hyperkalemia

Host

Kieran Walsh

Clinical Director at BMJ, involved in discussions around clinical practice, patient safety, and evidence-based healthcare.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 228 ratings

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Niceee podcast for junior doctor
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grhorpat
Australia4 months ago
Insomnia episode
Poor advice regarding therapeutic interventions- not in line with current best practice in UK. Stop inviting experts from US who admit not being aware of UK guidelines
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Mel2025**
United Kingdom5 months ago
Hello? You guys gonna fix the volume or no?
Several episodes in 2022 have horrendous audio issues, to the point where they sound like theyre whispering underwater. Has no one on this podcast checked? Hello? Anyone home?
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Battler89
Philippines2 years ago
Useful topics covered
Feels like the majority of the doctors & experts being interviewed are from USA, it surprises me how many of the British Medical Journal best practice articles are written by American professionals. I don’t have an issue with my American colleagues but find these podcasts a bit less useful for my learning & practice in the U.K. as guidelines, medical terms, and medication names are slightly different. Good to get a broad perspective on various different conditions though.
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Deathly Pancake
United Kingdom2 years ago
Sound
Audio is very poor unfortunately
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CPMcD2601
United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth and informative content delivered by clinical experts, finding discussions thorough and relevant to current clinical practices.

Some have raised concerns about the audio quality, suggesting that improvements in sound production could enhance the listening experience.

A few comments indicate dissatisfaction when content does not align with specific national guidelines, implicating a need for localized discussions.

Overall, there is positive feedback regarding the relevance of topics covered, making it a valuable resource for dedicated healthcare professionals.

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Apple Podcasts	#9	United Kingdom/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#83	United Kingdom/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#109	Canada/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#37	Australia/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#82	Italy/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#4	Ukraine/Health & Fitness/Medicine

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Measles

Q: How should you approach vaccine-hesitant parents?

Listen to their concerns, provide safety information, and maintain open communication about the benefits and risks of vaccination.

Measles

Q: What are the mainstay treatments for measles?

Supportive care, ensuring hydration and nutrition, and in some cases, administering immunoglobulins for those at risk.

Measles

Q: What exactly is measles?

Measles is a highly contagious infectious disease beginning with fever, runny nose, conjunctivitis, and a characteristic rash.

Generalised seizures in adults

Q: What actions should be taken by family and first responders during a seizure?

Remain calm, protect the person's head, roll them onto their side, and do not put anything in their mouth.

Generalised seizures in adults

Q: What do you need to think about when treating someone with both generalized seizures and depression?

It's important to avoid medications that can exacerbate mood disorders and consider drugs that may benefit both conditions.

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What is BMJ Best Practice Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast features informative discussions with clinical experts, primarily aimed at healthcare professionals and students eager to stay updated with the latest scientific research and evidence-based guidelines. Topics often include important medical conditions and their management, such as measles, asthma, and hypercholesterolemia, as well as educational aspects on psychiatric disorders and patient safety.

Each episode is structured to provide insights into diagnosis, treatment options, and healthcare strategies, making it a valuable resource for practitioners looking to enrich their clinical knowledge. Unique in its commitment to featuring specialists from various medical fields, the podcast emphasizes practical applications of researc... more

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Recent guests on BMJ Best Practice Podcast include:

1. Linda Nield
2. Helen Brough
3. Jim Levenson
4. Kishore Vellody
5. Daniel Winkel
6. Helen Bedford
7. Thorsten Leucker
8. Dr. Clare Mock

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