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The Society of Occupational Medicine is the UK organisation for all healthcare professionals working in or with an interest in occupational health.The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of SOM members to run every aspect of their occupational health operations. They hold healthcare records for over 1 million UK workers and work with b... more

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Our monthly SOM News Update brings you the latest stories and insights from SOM and the wider OH world. Hosted by Steve Randall.

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SOM guide, Repositioning OH within the Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

Employment... more

Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming workplaces and what occupational health professionals need to know to support organizations and employees through this evolving landscape. Dr. Lara Shemtob shares insights with Kat Barnard on the ch... more

In this episode, Werner Stipp - Consultant in Occupational Health and member of the SOM Special Interest Group in Sleep - joins host Steve Randall to discuss the critical intersection of sleep health and workplace performance.

Stipp outlines how OH ... more

In this episode, Steve Randall speaks with with Dr. Emma Wallace, a recipient of the SOM Golden Jubilee Award. Emma shares her journey from anaesthetics to occupational medicine and her recent research expedition to Ny-Ålesund, the world’s northernmo... more

Our monthly SOM News Update brings you the latest stories and insights from SOM and the wider OH world. Hosted by Steve Randall.

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Links mentioned in the podcast:

Prof Neil Greenberg Letter to the Editor in The Observer.

Occupational Health Awar... more

In this episode of the SOM Podcast, we welcome back Lanre Ogunyemi, independent occupational health physician and former president of the Society of Occupational Medicine, to explore what it really takes to build a successful independent career in oc... more

Our monthly SOM News Update brings you the latest stories and insights from SOM and the wider OH world. Hosted by Steve Randall.

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Links mentioned in the podcast:

The Right to Disconnect: www.alliancembs.manchester.ac.uk/media/ambs/conten... more

In this special episode of The SOM Podcast, Amy McKeown speaks with Carolyn Harris MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Menopause, following an International Women’s Day event at the Houses of Parliament focused on keeping women i... more

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Recent Guests

Werner Stipp
Consultant in Occupational Health
SOM Sleep Special Interest Group
Episode: SOM MINI CPD - Sleep Health & the Role of OH Professionals with Werner Stipp
Emma Wallace
Occupational health physician with the Northern Ireland Civil Service
Northern Ireland Civil Service
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Lanre Ogunyemi
Independent occupational health physician, consultant practicing in the East Midlands; immediate past president of the Society of Occupational Medicine
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Episode: SOM MINI CPD: Going Independent in Occupational Health with Lanre Ogunyemi
Carolyn Harris
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All-Party Parliamentary Group for Menopause
Episode: Menopause, Work and What We’re Still Getting Wrong - with Carolyn Harris MP
Dr. Katherine Carandang Chua
Chief Medical Officer at Pfizer, APAC lead for occupational health and wellbeing
Pfizer
Episode: GLOBAL CMO PODCAST - EP 2 - Workforce Health as a Strategic Asset with Dr Katherine Carandang Chua
Amy McKeown
Workplace health and mental health strategist and consultant
Independent consultant; previously advised Burberry, Samsung, EU Parliament
Episode: SOM MINI CPD - Designing Workplace Health That Actually Works with Amy McKeown
Dr. David Roomes
Chief Medical Officer, Bristol Myers Squibb
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Ivan Ivanov
Head of Global Health at the World Health Organization (WHO) until recently
World Health Organization
Episode: From the Factory Floor to Global Policy: A Conversation with Dr. Ivan Ivanov
Fiona Day
Chartered psychologist in coaching psychology; executive coach for health leaders
Independent practice, UK
Episode: SOM MINI CPD - Coaching Psychology with Fiona Day

Hosts

Steve Randall
Host of multiple OH-focused programs and news updates, affiliated with the Society of Occupational Medicine.
Amy McKeown
Host of OH-focused programming and Diamond Days series; experienced workplace health and wellbeing strategist.

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Menopause, Work and What We’re Still Getting Wrong - with Carolyn Harris MP
Q: How can Occupational Health play a larger role in managing menopause at work?
Occupational Health should receive dedicated menopause training so they can identify symptoms, advise on workplace adaptations, and support return-to-work conversations with dignity and practical options, including collaboration with doctors to recognize symptoms and provide timely support.
Menopause, Work and What We’re Still Getting Wrong - with Carolyn Harris MP
Q: What practical steps can employers take now to support employees going through menopause?
Employers should develop flexible, tailored menopause policies, encourage occupational health involvement, train workers and line managers, implement reasonable adjustments (flexible hours, comfortable workspace), and ensure benefits and insurance schemes recognize and support menopausal needs.
Menopause, Work and What We’re Still Getting Wrong - with Carolyn Harris MP
Q: Why did you decide to focus on menopause in the workplace and what changes have you seen since you started the APPG?
I started the APPG to raise awareness and push for changes like mandatory menopause training for medical professionals, flexible workplace policies, and a broader legislative framework; over time this has expanded to include government departments considering menopause in policy and the introduction of supportive measures like a prepayment certificate for HRT in England.
GLOBAL CMO PODCAST - EP 2 - Workforce Health as a Strategic Asset with Dr Katherine Carandang Chua
Q: What is the business impact of workforce health and how is it measured?
Impact is measured by lives touched rather than purely by metrics. The focus is on meaningful, tangible benefits to employees and their families, recognizing that healthier workers contribute to higher productivity and a stronger organization. Policies and leadership commitment are essential for scaling these benefits.
GLOBAL CMO PODCAST - EP 2 - Workforce Health as a Strategic Asset with Dr Katherine Carandang Chua
Q: How has the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the occupational health function at Pfizer?
COVID accelerated integration of occupational health with the EHS team, creating a unified department that enables better program rollouts, clearer priorities, and aligned objectives across locations. It also heightened emphasis on mental health and rapid deployment of digital tools to support employees globally.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The SOM Podcast

What is The SOM Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content centers on occupational health (OH) policy, workplace wellbeing, and the business case for healthier, more productive teams. Episodes frequently cover UK policy developments, how OH integrates with HR and leadership, and practical implementations of wellness programs, digital health tools, and governance around AI in healthcare. The show often features senior OH professionals, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders who discuss how to modernize OH delivery, improve return-to-work processes, and frame employee health as a driver of organizational performance. A notable strength is its blend of policy updates, practical CPD-style discussions, and a long-running sponsor relationship that highlights real-world OH software an... more

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