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The Aural Apothecary

The Three Apothecaries
NHS
Healthcare System
Statins
Inverse Care Law
Healthcare Inequalities
Shared Decision Making
Trauma-Informed Care
Cardiovascular Disease
Eye Health
Pharmacy
Ophthalmology
Personalised Care
Overdiagnosis
Patient Safety
Access To Care
Community Wellness
Healthcare
Community Pharmacy
Medication Safety
Polypharmacy

The Aural Apothecary Podcast. An authentic yet lighthearted take on the world of medicines and healthcare in the UK from Jamie, Gimmo and Steve the Chemist.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Laurence Gray, Consultant Clinical Pharmacologist and Director of the National Poisons Information Service (NPIS) in Cardiff. We explore the vital topic of toxicity — from the dangers of medicines such as propranol... more

Dr Jessica Morley is a leading expert in digital health ethics, data governance, and artificial intelligence policy. Currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at Yale University’s Digital Ethics Center, she previously served as Director of Policy at the Be... more

This episode we are joined by Dr Margaret McCartney a practising General Practitioner and a Senior Clinical Lecturer in General Practice at the University of St Andrews. Margaret is a vocal advocate for Evidence Based Medicine and regular journal / n... more

In this special episode we ‘Dive in at the Deep End’ and examine in-depth the Inverse Care Law. What is it, why does it matter to medicines optimisation - and what can we do about it?

The Inverse Care Law is a term first defined by the Welsh GP Dr ... more

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Dr. Jessica Morley
Associate Research Scientist at Yale University's Digital Ethics Centre.
Yale University
Episode: 8.1 Dr Jessica Morley. Will Artificial Intelligence save the NHS?
Dr. Margaret McCartney
General practitioner and senior clinical lecturer at the University of St Andrews
University of St Andrews
Episode: 7.8 Dr Margaret McCartney - Conflicts of Interest and the Skinny Jabs
Dr. Beth Winn
GP from Bristol serving an ethnically diverse deprived population and co-lead for GPs at the Deep End in Bristol
Deep End in Bristol
Episode: 7.7 Diving into the Deep End - The Aural Apothecary Analyses: The Inverse Care Law.
Dr. Karen Sankey
GP with over three decades of experience, passionate about tackling social injustice and health inequalities.
Community Wellness Company
Episode: 7.7 Diving into the Deep End - The Aural Apothecary Analyses: The Inverse Care Law.
Professor Lauren Walker
Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Honorary Consultant in General Internal Medicine
University of Liverpool
Episode: 7.6 Professor Lauren Walker - The trials and tribulations of a Clinical Pharmacologist
Dr. Emily Reeve
Pharmacist and senior research fellow at the Centre for Medicines Use and Safety
Monash University, Australia
Episode: 7.5 - Deprescribing from Down Under - Dr Emily Reeve
Matthew Jones
Senior Lecturer in Medicine Safety, Medicines Information and Pharmaceutics at the University of Bath
University of Bath
Episode: The Aural Apothecary Almanac 2024. Weight loss drugs, Assisted dying and the Weight of the British National Formulary
Dr. Matthew Jones
Senior lecturer in medicine safety at the University of Bath.
University of Bath
Episode: 7.4 The Aural Apothecary Analyses! When Guidelines Go Wrong - A Medicines Safety Special with Dr Matthew Jones and Angela Carrington
Angela Carrington
Lead pharmacist for medication safety for Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland Health Service
Episode: 7.4 The Aural Apothecary Analyses! When Guidelines Go Wrong - A Medicines Safety Special with Dr Matthew Jones and Angela Carrington

Hosts

Jamie Hayes
Host of the podcast, brings a mix of humor and insight into healthcare discussions.
Gimmo
Co-host who adds a lighthearted touch to discussions, engaging listeners with entertaining anecdotes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Great listen, especially for pharmacists!

    As a pharmacist of 22 years standing, I still learn something new each time I listen to these guys. I’m not a huge podcast type of bloke but I find this one to be very useful indeed.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ParrallaxView
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Friday. Dose

    This has become my Friday treat! Amazing guests, entertaining discussions and excellant book recommendations! Looking forward to the next one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F1kennedy
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Brilliant find

    This is excellent to listen to, keeping us connected to our colleagues. Loved the inclusion of guests who have interesting roles. Keep going folks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cfhcthckucryk
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Bite size

    Love these. Makes me feel connected in these isolating times

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cfhcthckucryk
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Great launch

    Not my profession, but accessible and with some good banter.

    Listen in for quality vitamin C gag episode 2.

    Ade

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ADe/::1
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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The humor and lightheartedness of the hosts balance the serious subject matter, making it accessible and enjoyable.
Many express a desire for more practical anecdotes and discussions that connect personal experiences with professional challenges.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative discussions, finding them a valuable resource for professional development.
Feedback indicates a strong interest in diverse topics that reflect current challenges in healthcare, often resonating with professionals in the field.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

6.8 Maricarmen Climént - Risky Business - How to communicate uncertainty
Q: What do you think the issues are with how media reports on risk?
Media often uses causal language for correlation, omits absolute risks in favor of relative risks, and fails to provide critical evaluations of studies.
6.8 Maricarmen Climént - Risky Business - How to communicate uncertainty
Q: What is health good at in relation to risk communication?
Health is good at having more research done and thus more data to understand and measure risks, which can be visually represented to aid decision making.
7.4 The Aural Apothecary Analyses! When Guidelines Go Wrong - A Medicines Safety Special with Dr Matthew Jones and Angela Carrington
Q: What are your thoughts on the role of local guidelines contributing to medication errors?
Local guidelines are heavily utilized but often poorly designed and end up causing more medication errors.
7.4 The Aural Apothecary Analyses! When Guidelines Go Wrong - A Medicines Safety Special with Dr Matthew Jones and Angela Carrington
Q: Can you share with us what your research looks like?
My research includes a focus on medication safety, medicines information and the links between them.
7.6 Professor Lauren Walker - The trials and tribulations of a Clinical Pharmacologist
Q: Could you describe just how different prescribing is between an 86-year-old person versus a healthier demographic?
The differences are significant due to age-related changes in how older adults process drugs, as well as the likelihood of multimorbidity which complicates treatment plans.

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A unique blend of humor and professionalism explores the complexities of healthcare and medicinal practices. This discussion-driven series features industry experts who tackle relevant topics such as healthcare inequalities, clinical guidelines, medication safety, and patient-centered care. Noteworthy are episodes that examine issues like the Inverse Care Law, where healthcare quality is often inversely related to the need, and the implications of clinical trials on older populations. The hosts strive to create an engaging environment, often highlighted by personal anecdotes and insightful conversations with guests, making complex medical topics accessible to a broader audience.

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2. Dr. Margaret McCartney
3. Dr. Beth Winn
4. Dr. Karen Sankey
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7. Matthew Jones
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