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The Theatre: Surgical Learning and Innovation Podcast

Royal College of Surgeons of England
Surgical Training
MRCS Exam
Pregnancy
Artificial Intelligence
Genomics
Neurodiversity
Stop the Bleed
Oral Cancer
NHS
Employment Law
Work-Life Balance
Machine Learning
Dyslexia
MRCS and FRCS Exams
ATLS (advanced Trauma Life Support)
Revision Techniques
Colorectal Cancer
Immunotherapy
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Radiation Safety

Presented by the Royal College of Surgeons of England and featuring a wide variety of health care practitioners from around the country, 'The Theatre' is an ongoing discussion on current issues in surgery and surgical training, from cultural and professional development to approaches to patient care. Episodes released monthly. For further information, to leave us feedback, or to propose an episode... more

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In this episode of The Theatre, we continue our oral history series. We speak to Professor Kathleen Fan, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and professor at King’s College London.

Kathy reflects on her career in surgery, sharing practical insight into... more

In this month's episode of the Theatre, head and neck surgeon Rafal Niziol, dental surgeon Caroline McCarthy and oncologist Chris Nutting come together to talk about oral cancer. Together, they give an in-depth overview of the current state of the fi... more

In this month’s episode of the Theatre, we are excited to be announcing "Stop the Bleed", our ambitious and radical new programme, training the general public to stop traumatic blood haemorrhage. This includes stab wounds from knife crime, cut, and f... more

In this episode, our host Ginny Bowbrick (FRCS, RCS England Council Member) is joined by consultants Max Osborne and Lulu Ritchie to discuss how to create a surgical culture that brings the best out of neurodiversity. Together, they make a passionate... more

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Kathleen Fan
Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at King's College Hospital and King's College London
King's College Hospital; King's College London
Episode: Oral History Series - Interview with Kathleen Fan
Rafal Niziol
Head and neck surgeon with a focus on head and neck cancer surgery
Royal Marsden Hospital (as referenced), London
Episode: Oral cancer - challenges, diagnosis and patient support
Caroline McCarthy
Senior lecturer in oral medicine and honorary consultant
Liverpool Head and Neck Centre; Liverpool Dental Hospital
Episode: Oral cancer - challenges, diagnosis and patient support
Chris Nutting
Professor of Radiotherapy, with extensive experience in head and neck cancer treatment
Royal Marsden Hospital, London
Episode: Oral cancer - challenges, diagnosis and patient support
Guy Slater
Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon; Clinical Lead for ATLS UK
NHS Trust (unspecified)
Episode: Introducing "Stop the Bleed"
Martin Griffiths
Consultant, vascular and trauma surgeon
Barts Health NHS Trust
Episode: Introducing "Stop the Bleed"
Elena Theophilidou
Major trauma consultant surgeon
East Midlands Major Trauma Centre, Nottingham
Episode: Introducing "Stop the Bleed"
Wendy Gaskin
Major trauma nurse
Nottingham Major Trauma Centre
Episode: Introducing "Stop the Bleed"
Lulu Ritchie
paediatric ENT consultant
St George's Hospital, South London
Episode: Creating a Neurodiversity Positive Surgical Culture - Views from Consultants

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Women's History Month Special - Interview with Anne Moore
Q: If you could change anything about training now, what would it be?
She argues for more continuous, non-shift-based arrangements to improve continuity of care and work-life balance for trainees.
Women's History Month Special - Interview with Anne Moore
Q: Are you restless if you're not doing something?
She explains a lifelong work ethic, frequent on-call demands, and how she kept herself occupied through continued involvement in clinical and administrative duties, even when not actively operating.
Women's History Month Special - Interview with Anne Moore
Q: What impact might your career and career choices have had on you?
She reflects on balancing demanding surgical roles with family and partnership, noting how her choices affected both her professional path and her husband's, often requiring compromise and adaptation.
Women's History Month Special - Interview with Anne Moore
Q: You yourself have been involved with training, training responsibilities for the next generations of neurosurgeons throughout your career. How have you contributed to that?
Moore discusses hands-on, experiential training, staying with trainees during operations, and mentoring them to gain practical experience while ensuring they feel supported and not left to struggle alone.

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The show focuses on current issues in surgery, medical training, and healthcare leadership through practitioner-led conversations. Episodes span clinical topics (oral cancer pathways, genomics in surgical practice, AI in healthcare), NHS system transformation, trauma care, and career experiences for surgeons and trainees, with special episodes addressing neurodiversity, motherhood in surgery, and international MRCS perspectives. A notable pattern is bridging clinical practice with education, policy, and technology, featuring senior surgeons, nurse leaders, and researchers who offer practical insights, real-world examples, and guidance for peers navigating complex healthcare systems. The format tends to blend expert panels, interviews, and p... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Kathleen Fan
2. Rafal Niziol
3. Caroline McCarthy
4. Chris Nutting
5. Guy Slater
6. Martin Griffiths
7. Elena Theophilidou
8. Wendy Gaskin

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