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Why Medics Matter

DoctorsTraining
NHS
Burnout
Imposter Syndrome
Coaching
Uncertainty In Medicine
SAS Doctors
Job Planning
Doctorstraining
Medical Education
Leadership In Medicine
Whatsapp
Perfectionism
Consultant Transition
Boundaries In Medicine
Medical Leadership
Generational Intelligence
Technology
Generational Theory
Communication In Healthcare
Shame In Medicine

Welcome to Why Medics Matter, a podcast exploring the challenges, triumphs, and unique experiences of doctors in today’s NHS. Hosted by Dr Amie Burbridge and Dr Simon Frazer from DoctorsTraining, this show is for doctors, by doctors.Each episode covers topics that matter to medics - medical education, mental fitness, leadership, career development, and the realities of life on the frontline. With ... more

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Why Medics Matter is DoctorsTraining's podcast for doctors who've been told to just "be more resilient." This week, Dr Claire Ashley author of The Burnout Doctor, now published in eight countries, makes the case that resilience has nothing to do with... more

In this episode, Simon and Amie discuss an often overlooked skill for healthcare professionals, influence and negotiation. 

While technical medical skills are explicitly taught, the art of navigating interpersonal conflict, job planning, and service... more

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In this episode of Why Medics Matter, Amie and Simon look further at imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and burnout among medical professionals. 

Together Amie and Simon break down the five classic types of imposter phenomenon, explore how these trai... more

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Have you ever felt like a fraud at work, or believed that your clinical success was just a stroke of luck? You are not alone alone. 

In this episode of Why Medics Matter, Simon and Amie are joined by GP, author, and burnout prevention expert Dr. Cla... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Claire Ashley
GP, burnout researcher and author of The Burnout Doctor
General Practitioner, burnout expert
Episode: The Perfectionism Trap: Why Imposter Phenomenon Can Lead to Doctor Burnout
Dr. Jason Hancock
Guest on uncertainty episode
Episode: How to Embrace Clinical Uncertainty
Dr Jason Hancock
Consultant psychiatrist and director of medical education with an interest in uncertainty
Episode: Mastering Clinical Uncertainty: Why Curiosity is an Integral Skill for Every Doctor
Ellen Knox
Consultant obstetrician at Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital; associate postgraduate dean in the West Midlands Deanery
Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital; West Midlands Deanery
Episode: Beyond the Banter: A Doctor’s Guide to Sexual Safety.
Dr. Toni Brunning
Guest expert on generational intelligence and medical education
Episode: Bridging the Gap; Generational Intelligence in Medicine
Mike Blaber
Guest discussed in episode; clinician
Episode: Let's talk about Shame.
Dr Mike Blaber
Palliative care specialist; wellbeing lead for resident doctors
N/A (Birmingham, UK)
Episode: Unpacking Shame in Medicine
Dr. Vijay Nayar
GP with 35+ years in practice and medical education
Bedford GP, former East of England primary care dean
Episode: The Art of Communication
Dr Anna Barastow
Guest who joined for discussion on becoming a new consultant
Episode: Optimising Your Job Plan

Hosts

Dr Amie Burbridge
Host of Why Medics Matter; focus on medical education, burnout, leadership, and wellbeing within NHS.
Dr Simon Frazer
Co-host focusing on uncertainty in medicine, medical education, leadership, and practical strategies for clinicians.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Great podcast - thanks DoctorsTraining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NYH Roo
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Another fantastic podcast with Dr Amie.

    Brilliant

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    davidsheffield
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Positive sentiment around open discussion of burnout and well-being.
Guests typically bring deep medical expertise and applicable strategies.
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What makes an effective educator and supervisor?
Q: What does a good educational supervisor do?
A good ES knows their trainee, understands the curriculum, reviews portfolios, provides constructive feedback, maintains longitudinal care, escalates when necessary, and supports career progression rather than labeling or diagnosing trainees.
Celebrating SAS Doctors - The unsung heroes of Medicine
Q: Could you tell me a little bit more about what is brilliant about being a SAS doctor and how you found balance between work and life?
Swetha explains that the real joy comes from knowing her patients and their families, having a steady work-life balance, being able to educate and mentor new doctors, and feeling fulfilled by autonomy and the variety of leadership roles she undertakes within the department.
Setting Boundaries in Medicine
Q: What are the risks for clinicians who don't set boundaries, especially those with high duty and commitment to patients?
Without boundaries, clinicians may burn out, become emotionally exhausted, and perform less effectively, ultimately impacting patient safety and personal relationships; taking time to recharge preserves energy and quality of care.
Let's talk about Shame.
Q: What practical steps help maintain a healthier professional identity and boundaries outside of work?
Implement routines like setting boundaries between work and home, limiting work-related communications after hours, and ensuring identity includes valued activities outside medicine to foster belonging and balance.
Let's talk about Shame.
Q: How can teams build compassionate spaces for discussing the good, bad, and ugly of medical work?
By regular, facilitated conversations where senior clinicians model vulnerability and share experiences, teams validate emotions, reduce stigma, and reinforce supportive connections that promote resilience.

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What is Why Medics Matter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, practitioner-led show profiling doctors navigating the NHS with a focus on education, leadership, wellbeing, and career development. Episodes consistently address topics like burnout, uncertainty in clinical practice, effective communication, workplace culture, and transitions in medical careers, often featuring specialists who share evidence-based strategies and real-world tips. Unique strengths include candid conversations about shame, imposter phenomena, and multi-generational dynamics in medical education, plus actionable tools (CBT techniques, conversations to name uncertainty, structured job planning) that listeners can apply in daily practice. The format tends to blend expert insight with personal experiences from clinic... more

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2. Dr. Jason Hancock
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5. Dr. Toni Brunning
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