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Trachy Talk

NTSP
Tracheostomy
Tracheostomy Care
Covid-19
Patient Safety
Healthcare
Laryngectomy
Recovery
Virtual Reality
Patient Experience
Healthcare Improvement
University Of Manchester
Pediatric Tracheostomy
Total Laryngectomy
Artificial Intelligence
Healthcare Training
Sentira XR
Tracheostomy Tube Malpositioning
Pressure Injuries
NHS
High Flow Systems

Our brand new podcast series from the NTSP will launch in January 2026! The latest new, research and insights from the National Tracheostomy Safety Project (NTSP). Monthly literature updates, specials and interviews from the expert team based in Manchester, UK.

The NTSP is committed to providing education, information and resources to improve patient safety and the patient experience for those wi... more

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Stephen Warrillow is Assistant Professor at the University of Melbourne, Australia, and a senior Intensivist in the city. Stephen has been president of the Australia & New Zealand Intensive Care Society and heavily involved in the GTC since its incep... more

Prue Gregson is an SLP who manages the TRAMS Service at Austin Health, Melbourne, Australia. Prue is also leading the team planning (and running) the 10th International Tracheostomy Symposium held in October 2026 in Melbourne. Prue gives us a sneak p... more

Gonzalo Hernández is an intensive care doctor working in Toledo, Spain. Gonzalo published some high profile work in the pandemic about how to improve care and he spoke about "Lessons from Spain" at the 6th International Tracheostomy Symposium, held i... more

The team were in India in February 2026 and had the privelege to meet patients, families and staff who were working to improve tracheostomy care. This special interview is a conversation between Prof Brendan McGrath and Prof Sarah Wallace from the NT... more

Tracy is Professor of Healthcare & Implementation Science in the Department of Nursing, Midwifery & Health, Northumbria University, UK. Tracy’s research focuses on how we can understand and support the implementation of complex interventions in healt... more

Tim Cook is a consultant in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care at Royal United Hospital Bath and a Professor at the University of Bristol, UK. Tim is an international expert in airway management and when the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Tim wrote widely on ... more

Professor Leandros (Leo) Vassiliou, is a head neck reconstructive surgeon with a background in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, practising in Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, in Manchester UK. He is a visiting Professor in the Medical School ... more

Paul Wilson is Professor at The University of Manchester,  Co-Director of the NIHR Greater Manchester Rapid Service Evaluation (REVAL), and Co-Editor in Chief of Implementation Science - the leading international journal for implementation research. ... more

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Recent Guests

Anusha Gupta
A GP in South Manchester who experienced COVID-19 and went through the ventilator weaning process.
Episode: Special Interview: Anu and the "Wean Team"
Cliff Shelton
Professor of Perioperative Medicine and Anesthesia
University of Lancaster
Episode: Special Interviews: Prof Cliff Shelton
Professor Sarah Wallace OBE
Consultant Speech and Language Therapist at Withenshaw Hospital
National Tracheostomy Safety Project
Episode: Special Interview: Prof Sarah Wallace OBE, Speech & Language Therapist
Professor Caroline Jay
Professor of Computer Science and Head of Research in the School of Engineering
University of Manchester
Episode: Special Interview: Prof Caroline Jay
Jeremy Carter
CEO of Sentira XR, with over 25 years of experience in learning and assessment technology.
Sentira XR
Episode: Special Interview: Sentira-XR
Dr. Anthony Payton
Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester, specializing in health care sciences, genetics, and cognition.
University of Manchester
Episode: Special Interview: Sentira-XR
Tony Jacob
Consultant ENT surgeon and member of the Council of ENT UK
University Hospital Lewisham
Episode: Monthly Literature: July 2021
Michael Rosen
Children's Laureate
Episode: Trachy Talk Episode Zero (Preview of the series)
Professor Sarah Wallace
An internationally acclaimed speech and language therapist, well known for her work focusing on laryngeal rehabilitation in the critically ill.
Episode: Trachy Talk Episode Zero (Preview of the series)

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Brendan McGrath
Host focused on monthly literature reviews and discussing tracheostomy care literature with a clinical emphasis.

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Special Interview: Anu and the "Wean Team"
Q: Did you understand what the weaning plan was and what we were trying to achieve?
Yes, I would say so. It was quite daunting being told that the support is going to be reduced, but I was reassured that it's going to be done cautiously and slowly.
Special Interview: EXR-Education - delivering innovative and VR training
Q: What are some challenges you face with EXR and its implementation in healthcare training?
Dr. Abbas mentions challenges with funding, technology readiness, and the need for internet access in the NHS as key barriers to scaling virtual reality training.
Special Interview: EXR-Education - delivering innovative and VR training
Q: What led you to explore virtual reality as a tool in medical education?
Dr. Abbas became interested in educational technology during his clinical training, especially as COVID-19 limited traditional educational opportunities; he saw VR as a way to bridge educational gaps.
Special Interview: Michael Rosen
Q: What advice would you give patients who need a tracheostomy?
He emphasizes the body's ability to recover and advises patients to stay vigilant for infections while trusting medical professionals.
Special Interview: Michael Rosen
Q: What were your first memories of your tracheostomy?
Michael explains that he does not have memories of the tracheostomy but recalls hazy memories of recovery and the use of mittens to prevent pulling out tubes.

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A concise overview of the latest literature-focused series centered on tracheostomy care. Episodes synthesize recent studies across clinical practice, education, and patient safety, highlighting long-term mortality after tracheostomy, decannulation outcomes, educational interventions for trainees, and innovations in airway management technology. The show often features guest editors and clinicians who contextualize research findings for healthcare professionals and caregivers, with a notable emphasis on pediatric tracheostomy care, family education, and system-level improvements. Its practical format—combining study highlights, implications for practice, and training insights—appears designed to support clinicians, educators, and patient ad... more

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1. Anusha Gupta
2. Cliff Shelton
3. Professor Sarah Wallace OBE
4. Professor Caroline Jay
5. Jeremy Carter
6. Dr. Anthony Payton
7. Tony Jacob
8. Michael Rosen

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