Best Ibsc Podcasts (2025)

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Navigating IBS: Insights from Patient Advocates and Clinicians 43:52

3d ago43:52

43:52

On this episode of, gastroenterologist Dr. Andrea Shin and Senior Director of Patient Advocacy at Ardelyx, Joanna Ruddy host Jeff Roberts and Erica Dermer to discuss their journey and impact in the IBS patient advocacy space. They cover the importance of evidence-based information, the psychosocial aspect of IBS, and the efforts to improve patient-…

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Cultural Nuances in IBS-C Management: A Conversation with Dr. Rosie Frazier 40:47

1M ago40:47

40:47

On this episode, Dr. Andrea Shin and Johannah Ruddy discuss the importance of cultural competence in managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome with guest Dr. Rosie Frazier from Mayo Clinic. They explore how cultural backgrounds influence symptom communication, dietary practices, and shared decision-making in patient care. At Ardelyx®, we are dedicated to i…

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Sex, Gender and Stigma in IBSC 46:51

3M ago46:51

46:51

On this episode of Gut Matters, we’re in conversation with Dr. Kyle Staller, a gastroenterologist at Mass General and Harvard Medical School. They delve into the impact of hormones, chronic stress, and trauma on IBS symptoms, particularly in female patients. The conversation also addresses the role of stigma in healthcare and the importance of effe…

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Kickstarting Gut Health in the New Year with Kate Scarlata 36:49

4M ago36:49

36:49

On this episode of Gut Matters, Johanna Ruddy and Dr. Andrea Shin kick off the New Year by discussing New Year's resolutions, dietary strategies for managing IBS-C, and featuring special guest Kate Scarlata, a Boston-based GI dietitian. The conversation covers the low FODMAP diet, the importance of dietary diversity, the role of fiber, and tips for…

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IBS-C and the Brain-Gut Axis: How holiday stress can impact symptoms 30:50

6M ago30:50

30:50

On this episode of the Gut Matters podcast, we discuss the impact of the brain-gut axis on IBS symptoms, particularly during the holiday season. The conversation includes practical advice on managing stress-induced gut issues, dietary challenges, and social pressures, with techniques like mindfulness and diaphragmatic breathing. Emphasis is placed …

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IBS-C and the Patient’s Voice: Karen’s Story 40:07

6M ago40:07

40:07

On this episode of Gut Matters, hosts Dr. Andrea Shin and Johanna Ruddy, Director of Patient Advocacy at Ardelyx are joined by Karen Salem, an IBS patient advocate, who shares her journey with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Karen talks about the challenges and misdiagnoses she faced over a 10-year period before finding the right medical support, which i…

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IBSC and You; Taking the Mystery out of IBSC 30:42

7M ago30:42

30:42

On this first episode of Gut Matters: Discoveries and Innovations, hosts Johannah Ruddy, M.Ed., and Dr. Andrea Shin dive deep into the complexities of IBS-C (Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation). Together, they dispel myths, discuss common symptoms, and break down what it means to live with this often misunderstood condition. Whether you’ve …

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Introducing Gut Matters: Discoveries & Innovations 1:51

7M ago1:51

1:51

Welcome to Gut Matters: Discoveries and Innovations, a podcast dedicated to helping IBS patients take back control of their symptoms and lives. Hosted by Johannah Ruddy, M.Ed., IBS patient advocate and researcher, and Dr. Andrea Shin, a gastroenterologist and IBS expert, this show dives deep into digestive health. Join us as we share inspiring pati…

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118. Public and Global Health Sciences MSci: Maeve Mulchrone (Birmingham) 41:37

9M ago41:37

41:37

New episode alert! Tune in as we sit down with the brilliant Maeve Mulchrone alongside Krish. Maeve shares her insights into completing MSci Public and Global Health Sciences. We delve into her unique experiences navigating medical school, the transition to an intercalation, and tips for medical students thinking about intercalating. Get inspired b…

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117. OpenPod: University of Aberdeen with Shreeja and Alice 1:12:06

12M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

Get ready for an exciting episode! Join us as Afrida chats with the brilliant Shreeja and Alice about being a Medical Student in Aberdeen. From tips to acing the application process to learning about what student life is really like, we delve into everything in this jam-packed episode!

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116. Novel Emerging Medical Technology Evaluation and Development MSci: Ben Hammond (Birmingham) 40:07

12M ago40:07

40:07

Prepare to be inspired! In our latest podcast episode, we sit down with Krish and the incredible Ben Hammond to unravel his journey – from intercalating in MSci Novel Emerging Medical Technology Evaluation and Development to diving into the world of his PhD. Join us as Ben shares the thrilling chapters of his academic adventure, exploring the inter…

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115. Foundation Programme - Essex, Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire with Dr Sylvia 1:07:37

1y ago1:07:37

1:07:37

The Foundation Programme series is back with the latest episode, featuring Medic Mentor superstar Dr Sylvia Manimaran, UCL Alumnus and current FY1 Doctor in the Essex, Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire (EBH) Deanery (a.k.a. East of England). Tune in for top tips about how to rank hospital rotations, whether surgical jobs are worth the 'extra' pounds on …

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114. Medical Education iMSc: Cam McIntosh (Nottingham) 28:35

1+ y ago28:35

28:35

Our intercalation series is back with another episode! Join Hannah as she talks to Cam McIntosh about what it's like to intercalate in Medical Education at Nottingham! This episode delves deep into Cam's very own experience with transitioning from Medicine at Bristol to Medical Education at Nottingham. Learn more about the course, the application p…

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113. Foundation Programme- London: Dr Gazet 22:13

1+ y ago22:13

22:13

Welcome back to our foundation series! Join us as we welcome Dr Gazet back to the podcast to talk about all things London. If you're wondering what it is like to work in one of the most competitive deaneries in the UK then this is an episode for you. Join us as we talk about commuting, flat hunting and all things London. We hope you enjoy the episo…

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112. Biomed Engineering iBSc- Elisha Koonjul (Barts) 32:54

2y ago32:54

32:54

Join Hannah and Mez (for the first time) as they have a chat with Elisha about what it's like to study Biomed Engineering. This is a really exciting episode as we get to explore the world of medical technology and what it's like to take a step away from medicine. Elisha also talks about some exciting opportunities in the course such as presenting a…

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111. Foundation Programme: Top tips for new FY1 doctors 36:51

2y ago36:51

36:51

Not to be missed! In this episode Dr. Gazet talks about her FY1 experiences and shares valuable advice and resources for new FY1 doctors starting soon in August. An extremely useful episode for those about to start the foundation programme or anyone curious about what it's like to work as a foundation doctor. You can find her on instagram (@mariann…

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110. Infectious Diseases iMSc - Cathy Dominic (Barts/LSHTM) 27:00

2y ago27:00

27:00

Welcome back to our intercalation series! Join Afrida as she talks to Cathy Dominic, a finalist at Barts & the London and an incoming AFP doctor about what it's like to externally intercalate at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Learn more about the application process for an intercalated masters degree in Infectious Diseases here! …

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109. Foundation Programme- Peninsula Deanery: Dr Logan 31:46

2y ago31:46

31:46

We are back! In this episode Dr Logan will be talking about his experiences as a foundation doctor working in the Peninsula Deanery and what he has done since the foundation programme.

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108. Neuroscience iBSc - Dr Cherry Jain (Barts) 21:03

2y ago21:03

21:03

Welcome back to our intercalation series! Join Afrida as she talks to Dr Cherry Jain about what it's like to study Neuroscience at Barts and learn more about the application process for this intercalation! Find out about dissertation topics, publishing primary research and lab work as well as top tips from an FY1 doctor & Barts graduate.…

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107. Foundation Programme- Scotland Deanery (South East): Dr Nicholl-Pierson and Dr Baldwin 23:54

2y ago23:54

23:54

Listen in to this episode as Dr Nicholl-Pierson and Dr Baldwin share their experiences of working as junior doctors in Scotland. Enjoy and stay tuned for further episodes about the foundation programme!

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106. Cardiovascular Sciences iBSc: Marsioleda Kemberi (Imperial) 44:46

2+ y ago44:46

44:46

Welcome back to our intercalation series! Join Afrida as she talks to Marsioleda about what it's like to study cardiovascular sciences at Imperial as an external student and learn more about the application process intercalating at Imperial as an external student. Find out more about lab-based research and what it's like learning to work in a non-c…

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105. Foundation Programme- Yorkshire and Humber Deanery (West Yorkshire): Dr Hayley Boal 31:13

2+ y ago31:13

31:13

In this episode Dr Boal shares her experiences of working as a junior doctor within West Yorkshire. She also talks about life after the foundation years, future career options and what you can do during F3/F4 years. Enjoy and stay tuned for further episodes about the foundation programme !

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104. Laparoscopic Surgery iMSc: Sid Singh (Barts) 29:40

2+ y ago29:40

29:40

Join Afrida as she talks to Sid about his experience intercalating at Barts in laparoscopic surgery. This is a great episode if you're interested in any kind of surgical intercalation as Sid talks about his experience with the course as Barts including managing theory and practical work including training in some surgical skills. He also talks abou…

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103. Foundation Programme- Wales Deanery and SFP experience: Dr Dion Manning 29:48

2+ y ago29:48

29:48

We are very excited to be launching our first Foundation Programme series episode. In this episode Dr. Dion Manning shares her valuable insight into life as a junior doctor in Cardiff and also explains the differences between the normal foundation programme application and the SFP application processes. Look out for upcoming episodes with interview…

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102. Gastroenterology: Dr Elizabeth Ratcliffe 31:14

2+ y ago31:14

31:14

Ever considered a career gastroenterology or just want to find out more? Then this is the episode for you, join Lucy as she speaks to Dr Ratcliffe- previous chair of the British Society of Gastroenterology Trainees committee about her experiences of working as a gastroenterologist and clinical research fellow looking into Barrett's Oeseophagus.…

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101. Critical Care iMSc: Wahaj Munir (Barts & the London) 20:18

2+ y ago20:18

20:18

Our very first intercalated masters episode! Tune in to hear Wahaj, a fourth-year medical student at Barts talk all about his iMSc (distinction) in Critical Care and share some great tips on how to make the most of a year away from medical school. Wahaj is interested in cardiothoracic surgery, and has published a book chapter as well as over 10 pee…

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100. Clinical Genetics: Dr Lara Menzies 32:24

2+ y ago32:24

32:24

Join Ciara and Vickey as they speak with GOSH registrar Dr Menzies about her journey and experiences of working as a clinical geneticist.

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99. Remote Medicine iBSc: Jasmine Yap KCL 26:36

2+ y ago26:36

26:36

Recently introduced, the Remote Medicine iBSc explores the challenges of providing medical care in remote environments and unique challenges in supporting medical space exploration! Listen to Afrida in conversation with KCL medical student Jasmine to learn about what an iBSc in this area entails and whether it’s all you’ve been looking for!…

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98. Emergency Medicine: Dr Adrian Boyle 20:48

3y ago20:48

20:48

Join Ciara as she speaks with emergency medicine consultant and Vice President of the RCEM, Dr Boyle about the inner workings of life in A&E.

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97. Paediatrics & Child Health iBSc: Mithila Sharmin, 5th Year UCL Medical Student 26:05

3y ago26:05

26:05

Paediatrics is a specialty I hear medical students wanting to pursue all the time. This was me until I realised kids and unwell kids are two completely different stories so now I’m not too sure! Listen to Afrida in conversation with UCL medical student Mithila to learn about what an iBSc in this area entails and whether it’s all you’ve been looking…

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96. Paediatric Anaesthesiology: Dr Reema Nandi 20:47

3y ago20:47

20:47

Join Lucy as she speaks with GOSH consultant Dr Reema Nandi about the ups and downs of working as a paediatric anaesthetic!

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95. Forensic Toxicology SSC: Rebecca Glendell, 3rd Year Glasgow Medical Student 14:31

3y ago14:31

14:31

Do you know what a SSC is? Join Lucy as she speaks with Rebecca about her choice of SSC - incredibly interesting and definitely an unconventional one from what I’ve seen!

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94. Cardiothoracic Surgery: Mr Ishtiaq Ahmed 27:38

3+ y ago27:38

27:38

Join Lucy as she speaks with Mr Ishtiaq Ahmed about about his experiences and insight as a cardiothoracic surgeon!

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93. Psychology iBSc: Alex Zmuda, 5th Year UCL Medical Student 29:56

3+ y ago29:56

29:56

Why psychology? Why not psychology? Join Afrida as she speaks with Alex about the ins and outs of intercalating in psychology at UCL. Is it really as cool as it seems from the outside? Spoiler alert: yes! What more could you want?

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92. Paediatric Neuroradiology: Dr Felice D’Arco 13:33

3+ y ago13:33

13:33

Join Lucy as she speaks with GOSH paediatric neuroradiologist Dr D’Arco about his experiences in this specialty!

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91. Emergency Pre-Hospital & Immediate Care iBSc: Zoe Hinchcliffe, 5th Year Cardiff Medical Student 30:45

3+ y ago30:45

30:45

Join Afrida as she speaks with final year Cardiff medical student, Zoe Hinchcliffe, all about her last year intercalating in EPIC.

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90. Paediatric Neurosurgery: Mr Dominic Thompson 23:22

3+ y ago23:22

23:22

What happens when paediatrics and neurosurgery come together to form one of the hundreds of subspecialties in medicine? Join Afrida & Lucy as they speak with Mr Dominic Thompson, your port of call for all things paediatric neurosurgery!

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89. Clinical Sciences iBSc: Sylvia Manimaran, 5th Year UCL Medical Student 19:17

3+ y ago19:17

19:17

So you’ve heard the word ‘intercalation’ floating around and want to know more about how it works at medical school. Join Afrida as she launches our Insights into Intercalation series, and speaks with Sylvia all about the what, how, and why of her chosen intercalation. Let’s get clinical! 🩺

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88. Health Inequalities 28:35

3+ y ago28:35

28:35

Ethics is a huge topic in medicine but can often overshadow the social context and determinants of health. In this episode, Afrida talks to Dr Carol Brayne about how inequalities in society can perpetuate inequalities in health.

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87. GP and Leadership 42:29

4y ago42:29

42:29

In this episode, Ciara and Lucy talk to Lauren and Emma about life as a GP trainee and their work as healthcare leadership fellows.

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86: ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) 25:46

4y ago25:46

25:46

Have you ever thought about what ENT actually entails? Join Ruqayyah as she chats with Dr Arun all about his career and experience in the specialty.

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85. Family and Medicine 29:34

4y ago29:34

29:34

Family and medicine - are the two mutually exclusive? Can you ever really have both without sacrificing parts of the other? Listen now to find out how Dr Lauren-Jane has balanced life as a junior doctor and aspiring surgeon with being a mum!

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84. Surgery, Lecturing & Content Creation: Dr Karan Rajan 25:07

4y ago25:07

25:07

Join Afrida and Ruqayyah as they chat with Dr Rajan, the infamous TikTok doctor you are bound to have seen on your feed, all about his journey and experience as a surgeon and content creator!

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83. Paediatrics and Inequalities in Child Health 34:50

4y ago34:50

34:50

Interested in working with children? Listen now to find out all about the specialty of paediatrics from Dr Kiran Rahim, or themunchingmedic on Instagram!

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82. Geriatrics 46:52

4y ago46:52

46:52

Join Ciara and Lucy as they interview Dr Lucy Pollock, a geriatrician and author of "The Book about Getting Older" - a must read for all aspiring medical students! Listen now to find out all about the care of the elderly in an ageing population and what makes this specialty stand out!

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81. Dermatology 41:35

4y ago41:35

41:35

The skin is the largest organ in the body so it makes sense there is an entire specialty devoted to its care, right? But did you think it would be one of the most competitive? Find out more about dermatology with Dr Beibei Du-Harper, a dermatologist who is taking instagram by storm with her incredible insight into all things dermatology!…

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80. Medicolegal Medicine with the MDU 32:33

4y ago32:33

32:33

Join Lucy and Ciara as they interview Caroline Fryar about the field of medicolegal medicine! Medico-legal work is an attractive option for doctors either seeking to diversify their practice, take a career break or leave clinical medicine altogether. With the number of legal processes involving the NHS increasing every year, it is a rapidly evolvin…

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#10|Season 4 - IBS: What we knew back then, and what we’ve learned since 1:00:41

4y ago1:00:41

1:00:41

Links for this episode → Study that Laura mentions: Maagaard, L., Ankersen, D. V., Vegh, Z., Burisch, J., Jensen, L., Pedersen, N., & Munkholm, P. (2016). Follow-up of patients with functional bowel symptoms treated with a low FODMAP diet. World Journal of Gastroenterology, 22(15), 4009–4019. https://doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v22.i15.4009 or https://bit.…

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79. Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCOA) 31:40

4y ago31:40

31:40

Are you interested in a career in anaesthetics? Do you think anaesthetics is only about surgery? Well, think again! Make sure to listen to this episode to find out more about anaesthetics and intensive care from the President of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCOA), Professor Ravi Mahajan.

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78. #Choosetochallenge: The Future of Surgery 50:19

4y ago50:19

50:19

Are men better suited to be surgeons? Are women too 'weak' and 'emotional' to be a good surgeon? Do most surgeons come from privileged backgrounds? Does a career in surgery require massive personal sacrifice? Most importantly: how can we change this narrative? These are just a selection of questions posed to us by Year 9-13 students on a recent vir…

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