Thorax Podcast

BMJ Group

Silicosis

Lung Diseases

COPD

Artificial Stone Silicosis

Asthma

Respiratory Research

Social Media

Vaping

Occupational Lung Disease

Lung Health

Public Health Funding

Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

Artificial Stone Industry

Innovative Treatment Technologies

Patient Outcomes

Asthma and Lung UK

Sarcoidosis

Public Health

Royal Brompton Hospital

National Heart and Lung Institute

The Thorax podcast offers the latest insights in respiratory medicine. Each episode features in-depth interviews with renowned authors and leading experts in the field, delving into the latest respiratory research and treatments. Thorax, an esteemed international journal from the BMJ Group and the British Thoracic Society (BTS), is dedicated to publishing research and reviews in respiratory medici... more

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Publishes	Infrequently	Episodes	82	Founded	16 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Health & FitnessMedicine

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Bronchiectasis, with the PulmPEEPs

This journal club episode is guest-hosted by Dr. David Furfaro and Dr. Kristina Montemayor of the PulmPEEPs, in conversation with Thorax education editor Dr. Christopher Turnbull, and Dr. George Doumat, author of a recent journal club article focussi... more

7 Oct 2025 • 37 min

Smarter prescription of azithromycin using machine learning, with Prof. Wim Janssens

Prophylactic use of azithromycin is common in the management of COPD patients with frequent acute exacerbations. But its application is conservative due to concerns around adverse events, interactions with other drugs, and bacterial resistance. Given... more

2 Sep 2025 • 19 min

Sleep and ventilation, with the PulmPEEPs

Another journal club episode featuring guest-host Dr. Kristina Montemayor of the PulmPEEPs, in conversation with Thorax education editor Dr. Christopher Turnbull, and Dr. Natalie McCleod, author of a recent journal club article focussing on the theme... more

17 Jun 2025 • 44 min

Understanding the causes of asthma medication non-adherence in the USA

There are many factors which might contribute to asthma patients not adhering to their medication, such as access to services, or convenience of use. One well-known and important barrier in the United States is simply cost. Thorax social media editor... more

14 Feb 2025 • 19 min

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Recent Guests

George Doumat

Internal medicine resident and advocate for new bronchiectasis therapies

UT Southwestern

Episode: Bronchiectasis, with the PulmPEEPs

Wim Janssens

Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the Catholic University in Leuven and respiratory consultant at University Hospitals Leuven.

Catholic University Leuven

Episode: Smarter prescription of azithromycin using machine learning, with Prof. Wim Janssens

Natalie McCleod

Resident in Respiratory Medicine and Clinical Fellow in Sleep and Ventilation at Oxford University Hospitals

Oxford University Hospitals

Episode: Sleep and ventilation, with the PulmPEEPs

Dr. Michelle Sharp

A respiratory and critical care medicine doctor specializing in sarcoidosis

Johns Hopkins University

Episode: Pulmonary sarcoidosis, with Dr. Michelle Sharp

Ewan Mackay

A respiratory clinical research fellow focused on chronic cough.

British Thoracic Society

Episode: COPD, with the PulmPEEPs

Dr. Samantha Walker

Director of Research at Asthma and Lung UK

Asthma and Lung UK

Episode: Fixing lung health, with Dr. Samantha Walker

Dr. Jo Feary

Honorary respiratory consultant in occupational lung disease at Royal Brompton Hospital and senior clinical research fellow at the National Heart and Lung Institute.

Royal Brompton Hospital

Episode: The troubling rise of artificial stone silicosis, with Dr. Johanna Feary

Imran Howell

Asthma Fellow at the Newfield Department of Medicine

University of Oxford

Episode: Airway disease, with the PulmPEEPs

Nick Hopkinson

honorary respiratory consultant at the Brompton and Professor of Respiratory Medicine at Imperial

Action on Smoking and Health

Episode: Social media’s influence on smoking and vaping, with Prof. Nick Hopkinson

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Kate Diomede

Social media editor and podcast host, with a background in disseminating medical information effectively to broader audiences.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings

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Apple Podcasts	#107	United Kingdom/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#50	Italy/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#195	Italy/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#39	China/Health & Fitness/Medicine
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BTS Clinical Statement: Management of inpatient tobacco dependency, with Prof. Sanjay Agrawal and Dr. Matthew Evison

Q: What is the building block approach described in the clinical statement?

The building block approach involves using various interventions that can be combined to improve the treatment plan for tobacco dependency in a hospital setting, with an emphasis on starting with nicotine replacement therapy.

BTS Clinical Statement: Management of inpatient tobacco dependency, with Prof. Sanjay Agrawal and Dr. Matthew Evison

Q: Is this the first time the BTS have published guidelines in this area?

Yes, this is the first time the British Thoracic Society has published a guideline on inpatient management of tobacco dependency, marking an important recognition of the issue as a medical condition.

Understanding the causes of asthma medication non-adherence in the USA

Q: What is being done at the moment to improve cost-related non-adherence in asthmatics?

National-level interventions such as the Affordable Care Act and recent legislation capping inhaler costs have shown optimism for improving adherence rates.

Understanding the causes of asthma medication non-adherence in the USA

Q: Are you able to talk a bit more about the consequences of non-adherence in terms of admission to hospital or severity exacerbations?

Patients with asthma who cannot control their symptoms experience higher ER visits and asthma attacks, leading to increased healthcare costs for everyone involved.

Understanding the causes of asthma medication non-adherence in the USA

Q: What made you focus particularly on cost-related non-adherence in asthmatics?

The study found that adherence to asthma medication is a significant issue, and financial hardship is a major contributor, motivating the focus on cost-related non-adherence.

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Each episode features expert discussions that cover critical topics in respiratory medicine, focusing on the latest research and advancements in diagnosis and treatment. Regular themes include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma management, the socioeconomic factors influencing respiratory health, and innovative treatment options. Listeners benefit from the insights of leading researchers and practitioners, who share case studies, emerging studies, and regulatory challenges, all aimed at enhancing patient outcomes in respiratory care. The content is particularly valuable for healthcare professionals seeking to stay informed about new developments and evidence-based practices.

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Thorax Podcast launched 16 years ago and published 82 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. George Doumat
2. Wim Janssens
3. Natalie McCleod
4. Dr. Michelle Sharp
5. Ewan Mackay
6. Dr. Samantha Walker
7. Dr. Jo Feary
8. Imran Howell

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