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Anaesthesia on Air is the Podcast from the Royal College of Anaesthetists. The Royal College of Anaesthetists is the professional body responsible for the speciality throughout the UK. We are the third largest Medical Royal College in the UK by membership. With a combined membership of 23,000 fellows and members, we ensure the quality of patient care by safeguarding standards in the three special... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Dr Eoin Dore speaks to Miss Rachel Hargest following her presentation at the Winter Symposium 2025, where she delivered the Webb Johnson Oration Award lecture: Challenges and Opportunities for Surgeons and Anaesthetists in Global Eme... more

In this episode, Dr Andrew Vaughton, former Consultant Anaesthetist at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation, shares his experience following his 2021 Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis and subsequent medical retirement. Andy now focuses on MND awa... more

In this podcast Dr Samantha Black, Dr Maya Sussmann and Chair of Patient voices at RCoA, Jenny Westaway discuss the use and growth of AI large language models and their role in the patient-clinician conversation, and the various risks and opportuniti... more

In this podcast, recorded at our Anaesthesia 2025 conference in Belfast consultant anaesthetists Dr Branislav (Brano) Mislovic and Dr Will Donaldson discuss developments in paediatric regional anaesthesia, following Brano's address to the conference.... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Hargest
General and colorectal surgeon, co-founder of the Global Surgery Policy Unit
Cardiff, United Kingdom; Global Surgery Policy Unit
Episode: Global Emergency & Operative Care: Challenges and Opportunities
Andy Vaughton
Retired Asset Consultant, MND patient and fundraiser
Andy's Army / My Name'5 Doddie Foundation
Episode: Living with MND: Andy’s Story
Susie Vaughton
GP, best-selling author, Andy's partner
Self-employed/Author
Episode: Living with MND: Andy’s Story
Professor Helen Higham
Associate professor in the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences and a consultant anesthetist at the Oxford University Hospitals
University of Oxford
Episode: Anaesthesia 2025 podcast - Human Factors - Hewitt lectureship
Sue Whirlwind
Tutor with long-standing involvement in education, currently lead regional advisor and chair of the DRG
Royal College of Anaesthetists
Episode: Portfolio pathway - episode 4: SIAs
Dr. Ashwini Keshkamath
Senior Elected Council Member at The Royal College, Chair of the SAS Committee, and a Specialist in Esthetics at Dartford and Grafsham NHS Trust
Royal College of Anaesthetists
Episode: Portfolio pathway - episode 2: Non-clinical domains)
Hannah Headon
SD4 Anaesthetist working in Southeast London
Episode: GPC Hub - Anaesthesia 2025
Chris James
SD7 Anaesthetist in Southeast London
Episode: GPC Hub - Anaesthesia 2025
Joe Hogan
ACCS CT4 trainee in Southeast London
Episode: GPC Hub - Anaesthesia 2025

Host

Toni Brunning
Consultant Anaesthetist in Worcestershire; affiliated with the Royal College of Anaesthetists.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Brilliant and educational.

    NovPod was especially great when starting my novice period.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toby Katz
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • NovPod - Essential Listening for Novices

    Excellent podcast to listen to before starting novice period, really helped cover the basics and let me know what to expect in my first few weeks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James101515
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great

    👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adam55224
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Useful

    Found this an easy listen about starting anaesthetics. Would recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmilyE94
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Really interesting podcast.

    Great topics all presented in an easy to listen to way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gbftyrfdggy
    United Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Clear, practical guidance for new clinicians entering anaesthesia.
Listeners appreciate approachable hosts and actionable tips for career progression.
Helpful for those starting the novice period and needing a broad view of the field.
Engaging conversations with a strong focus on safety and education.
High-quality discussions on leadership and well-being in medicine.

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Anaesthesia 2025 podcast - Paediatric regional anaesthesia
Q: What would you want the listener to this podcast to take away from this?
Dr. Mislovic believes there's significant benefit in regional techniques for children, especially given their sensitivity to opioids, advocating for a collaborative approach to educate and transition practices.
Anaesthesia 2025 podcast - Paediatric regional anaesthesia
Q: How much of what you hoped to achieve did you manage to fit into that 20 minutes?
Dr. Mislovic acknowledges the challenge of condensing essential information within the limited timeframe while expressing his intention to emphasize the safety and benefits of pediatric anaesthesia.
The experience of becoming a consultant anaesthetist
Q: How can I approach my first appraisal as a consultant?
It's helpful to consult with a colleague who's completed the process before and to create an appraisal folder for documentation.
The experience of becoming a consultant anaesthetist
Q: Can you tell me about how I, as a senior trainee, can effectively prepare to assume that responsibility at consultant level?
Acting as if you're already a consultant during your training can help you prepare for that responsibility.
Portfolio pathway - episode 5: Assessor viewpoint
Q: How to refine the overseas evidence to match the UK requirement?
Overseas evidence should be verified and mapped correctly according to GMC guidelines, and it's beneficial to have recent experience in the relevant field.

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What is Anaesthesia on Air about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on education, safety, and practice in anaesthesia, often pairing practicing consultants with residents, educators, and researchers to discuss real-world topics like portfolio pathways, human factors, patient safety, and innovations in clinical care. Episodes frequently blend clinical technique with systemic improvements—ranging from portfolio processes and leadership development to simulation-based training and wellness initiatives—making it valuable for clinicians seeking career advancement, improved teamwork, and practical takeaways for patient care. A notable strength is its focus on practitioner development and safety culture, with interviews that balance technical depth and accessible guidance for trainees and staff al... more

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Recent guests on Anaesthesia on Air include:

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2. Andy Vaughton
3. Susie Vaughton
4. Professor Helen Higham
5. Sue Whirlwind
6. Dr. Ashwini Keshkamath
7. Hannah Headon
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