Best Rcts Podcasts (2026)

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Transformative Gap Year in Australia, with special guest Anton Lambers 24:52

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Dr. Anton Lambers (orthopaedic surgeon based in Bright, Victoria, Australia) in a discussion on his unique and transformative gap-year experience, spent travelling in a caravan with his family around the coast of Australia, visiting orthopaedic surgeons along the way. Subspecialties: Educatio…

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Bonus Episode! JBJS OrthoCorps: An Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community (Part 28) 14:18

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In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, James Keeney, MD, discusses his history with the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, in conversation with Bernie Stulberg, MD. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 1…

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THR vs. Resistance Training for Severe Hip OA, with Special Guest Thomas Frydendal 21:53

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Thomas Frydendal, PhD (physiotherapist and researcher at Aarhus University in Denmark) in a discussion about his study entitled "Total Hip Replacement or Resistance Training for Severe Hip Osteoarthritis," published in NEJM in 2024. Subspecialties: Hip Orthopaedic Essentials Links: Frydendal …

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Reimagining The Journal: Local Feel with Global Appeal 18:04

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In this episode, Mo and Marc discuss the ongoing process of reimagining The Journal, including the reorganization of the editorial board, a redesign of the cover, and the introduction of new article types and theme issues, with an emphasis on globalizing the journal's content and authorship to provide high-impact, gold standard information to MSK p…

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Bonus Episode! JBJS OrthoCorps: An Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community (Part 27) 40:07

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In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Sanjeev Sabharwal, MD, MPH, talks with his mentor Hugh Watts, MD, about the evolution of pediatric orthopaedics in North America. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi:…

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The Value of Reading Outside of Orthopaedics, with special guest Josh Blomberg 22:09

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest and OrthoJoe listener Josh Blomberg, MD (trauma surgeon at ThedaCare Hospital in Neenah, WI) in a discussion on the benefits of outside reading and its impact on broadening knowledge, enriching life, reducing stress, increasing enjoyment, fostering personal growth and creativity, and stimulat…

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Faecal calprotectin in the over-50s: Rule-out test or red flag? 14:46

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Rob Perry, who is a Gastroenterology Clinical Research Fellow based at Imperial College London. Title of paper: Evaluating the Role of Faecal Calprotectin in Older Adults Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0169 There is considerable uncertainty surrounding the use of FC as a diagnostic test in older adults, …

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Antidepressants in pregnancy: A closer look at miscarriage risk 9:32

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Today, we’re speaking to Flo Martin, an honorary research associate at the University of Bristol. Title of paper: First trimester antidepressant use and miscarriage: a comprehensive analysis in the Clinical Practice Research Datalink GOLD Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0092 Antidepressant use during pregnancy is rising, with concer…

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Not one size fits all: Accessing menopause care in the NHS 15:43

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Today, we’re speaking to Claire Mann, a Research Fellow who is based at the University of Warwick, and Sarah Hillman, who is a GP and Clinical Associate Professor based at the University of Birmingham. Title of paper: Accessing Equitable Menopause Care in the Contemporary NHS – Women’s Experiences Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2024.078…

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Executive Editor Spotlight with special guest Antonia Chen 20:37

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Antonia Chen, MD (Professor and Chair, Department of Orthopaedics, UT Southwestern; Executive Editor, JBJS) in a discussion on her journey through research and academic publishing, with a focus on her commitment to equity and accessibility through an emphasis on mentorship, encouraging divers…

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Counting GPs: When definitions change the workforce picture 15:47

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Luisa Pettigrew, a GP and Research Fellow at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and Senior Policy Fellow at the Health Foundation. Title of paper: Counting GPs: A comparative repeat cross-sectional analysis of NHS general practitioners Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2024.0833 There have been s…

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Bonus Episode! JBJS OrthoCorps: An Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community (Part 26) 15:27

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In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Robert Winquist, MD, discusses his experiences in orthopaedic trauma with Anna Miller, MD. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.23.00222. Epub ahead of p…

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Talking GLP-1s: how GPs see their role in obesity management 17:02

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Today, we’re speaking to Jadine Scragg, a researcher based at the University of Oxford, and Sabrina Keating about their recent paper published here in the BJGP. Title of paper: GPs’ perspectives on GLP-1RAs for obesity management: a qualitative study in England Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0065 General practitioners (GPs) play a …

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The Smallest Worthwhile Effect as an Alternative to MCID for Adult Scoliosis 17:22

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In this episode, Mo and Marc discuss a recent JBJS article from Beijing on the use of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) for patients undergoing surgery for adult idiopathic scoliosis, with a focus on the concept of the smallest worthwhile effect as an alternative to the minimum clinically important difference. Subspecialties: Orthopaedic Es…

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Receptionists reimagined: How online services are transforming the GP front desk 15:38

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Menopausal symptoms from hormone receptor positive breast cancer treatment 24:17

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Sophie McGrath, Consultant Medical Oncologist based at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust and at Kingston Hospital in London. Title of paper: Management of menopausal symptoms following treatment for hormone receptor positive breast cancer Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0264 This transcript was gener…

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Executive Editor Spotlight and RCTs, with special guest Michelle Ghert 19:05

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Michelle Ghert, MD (Professor of Orthopaedics and University of Maryland School of Medicine and Executive Editor, JBJS) in a discussion on the challenges and benefits of performing large, multinational RCTs in orthopaedic oncology, with an emphasis on the development of global networks and th…

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Inside the BJGP and editorial insights: Euan Lawson on the future of publishing and how to get published 20:46

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Today, we’re speaking to Euan Lawson, the Editor in Chief of the BJGP, about a number of issues around editing, the future of the journal and how you can get involved with the BJGP. Here's a link to the BJGP Research and Publishing Conference: https://bjgp.org/conference This transcript was generated using AI and has not been reviewed for accuracy.…

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Bonus Episode! JBJS OrthoCorps: An Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community (Part 25) 16:29

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In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Dr. Daniel Guy, MD, and Dr. Stephen McCollam, MD, recount their memories of the legendary orthopaedic surgeon, educator, and leader Dr. Charles Rockwood Jr., MD. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone…

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Bridging the gap: GPs, patients, and mental health in perimenopause 19:20

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Jo Burgin, a GP and a researcher based at the University of Bristol. Title of paper: Mental health consultations during the perimenopausal age range – Are GPs and patients on the same page?: A qualitative study Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0069 Mood changes are a recognised symptom of perimenopause, fo…

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Statistics and Methodology in Orthopaedics, with special guests Sameer Parpia and Sheila Sprague 18:01

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guests Drs. Sheila Ann Sprague and Sameer Parpia (Associate Professors at McMaster University and Senior Editors for Statistics and Methodology at JBJS) in a discussion on the importance of methodological rigor when designing clinical trials. Subspecialties: Orthopaedic Essentials…

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Balancing safety and access: The GP’s role in isotretinoin management 18:12

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In this episode, we speak to Dr Diarmuid Quinlan, a GP and MD candidate based at the Department of General Practice at University College Cork. Title of paper: Competencies and clinical guidelines for managing acne with isotretinoin in general practice: a scoping review Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2025.0135 There is evidence of inequ…

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The Growing Trend of Achilles Tendon Ruptures, with special guest Sagar Desai 21:21

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Sagar Desai (Foot and Ankle surgeon, Toronto, Canada) in a discussion on the increasing trend of Achilles tendon ruptures across various age groups and sports, with a focus on variables such as playing style, training volume, and shoe design as well as both operative and nonoperative treatmen…

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Bonus Episode! JBJS OrthoCorps: An Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community (Part 24) 11:06

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In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Bernie Stulberg, MD, interviews David Markel, MD, Second-Vice President of the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.…

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Innovations in Fracture-Healing, with special guest Ted Miclau 18:09

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Professor Ted Miclau (Orthopaedic Trauma Institute International Chair, UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery) in a discussion focusing on innovations and recent work in fracture-healing. Link Gouhari F, Shariatpanahi ZV, Talebi S, Mehrvar A, Momeny M, Ehsani A, Ahmadi-Abdashti A, Zandi R. T…

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Researcher Spotlight: Gautam Rao on co-producing evidence with policymakers 14:44

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In this episode, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Gautam Rao, Associate Professor of Economics at UC Berkeley. From his unconventional journey from electronics engineering to economics, Gautam shares insights on his behavioral economics and mental health research in India. He discusses his collaborative study on psychotherapy's long-term effects …

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Researcher Spotlight: Harini Kannan on designing and scaling education programs 11:28

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In this episode, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Harini Kannan, Research Scientist at J-PAL South Asia. Harini shares her journey from being inspired by budget speeches as a child to pursuing a career in development economics. Drawing from her extensive experience collaborating with government partners across India, Harini offers valuable insigh…

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Executive Editor Spotlight with special guest Nico Piuzzi 19:07

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In this episode, Mo and Marc chat with Executive Editor Nico Piuzzi (Vice-Chair of Research, Cleveland Clinic) in a discussion focusing on innovation, biologics, robotics, arthroplasty, osteoarthritis, and periprosthetic infection. Subspecialties: Orthopaedic EssentialsBy Mohit Bhandari and Marc Swiontkowski

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Researcher Spotlight: Ariel Zucker on field-driven solutions in development economics 15:02

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In this episode, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Ariel Zucker, Assistant Professor of Economics at UC Santa Cruz. Ariel discusses her journey from an early interest in global health disparities to becoming a development economist specializing in experimental approaches. She shares insights from her research on health interventions for diabetes p…

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Bonus Episode! JBJS OrthoCorps: An Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community (Part 23) 32:42

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In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Paul D. Sponseller, MD, and Stuart L. Weinstein, MD, discuss Dr. Weinstein’s career in orthopaedics and highlight the past, present, and future of idiopathic scoliosis care and management. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Or…

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A Chat with Dr. Evalina Burger-Van Der Walt 21:16

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In this episode, Mo and Marc chat with Dr. Evalina Burger-Van Der Walt about her inspiring personal and professional journey, from growing up in South Africa to becoming the first female chair of orthopaedics at the University of Colorado, with a focus on her approach to leadership, mentorship, resident support, facing challenges, and achieving a f…

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Researcher Spotlight: Shobhini Mukherji on her journey to development economics 14:21

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In this episode, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Shobhini Mukerji, Executive Director of J-PAL South Asia. From her transformative summer internship with education nonprofit Pratham to becoming a principal investigator on groundbreaking research, Shobhini shares her journey into development economics and experimental approaches.…

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Digital Twins & Virtual Patients: Revolutionising Paediatric Clinical Trials 28:26

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Join us for an eye-opening exploration of how virtual patient data is revolutionising paediatric clinical trials. In our upcoming episode, we delve into groundbreaking research that addresses one of healthcare's most pressing challenges: the power crisis plaguing paediatric randomised controlled trials. Discover how digital twins, synthetic patient…

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Literature Beyond Orthopaedics: The Myriad Benefits of Outside Reading 27:15

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In this episode, Mo and Marc share their insights on the importance of outside reading and its impact on broadening knowledge, enriching life, increasing enjoyment, and fostering creativity. Links: Paulo Coelho. The Alchemist.  https://rb.gy/ks2tao Ernest Hemingway. The Old Man and the Sea. https://rb.gy/669rno Ernest Hemingway. For Whom the Bell T…

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Researcher Spotlight: Sandip Sukhtankar on his work in India 11:41

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Season 2 of the J-PAL Voices podcast brings together researchers reflecting on their experiences conducting impact evaluations in India. From working in diverse local contexts to engaging with government and civil society, each episode offers a window into the realities of producing policy-relevant evidence on the ground.…

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What do patients really want? Rethinking general practice access 15:59

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Today, we’re speaking to Professor Helen Atherton. Helen is Professor of Primary Care Research based at the University of Southampton. Title of paper: What do patients want from access to UK general practice? Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2024.0582 Widely accepted as perpetuated by the media is that patients are unhappy with access to …

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Beyond the Scalpel: How Computer Models Are Rewriting Paediatric Heart Surgery 22:03

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This episode explores groundbreaking research from Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School that demonstrates how multiphysiologic state computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modelling is transforming surgical planning for children with complex congenital heart conditions. We delve into the innovative 3D virtual surgery workflow developed…

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Episode 78: Teaching Yoga To Seniors: Instructional Strategies 20:57

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In this episode, Ariana and Jules discuss a qualitative review on teaching yoga to older adults, focusing on their experiences, needs, and effective instructional strategies. They explore the importance of community, the strengths and limitations of the study, and provide recommendations for yoga teachers. The conversation highlights the value of q…

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Episode 77: Mind-Body Interventions for Immune and Neuroendocrine Function 21:06

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In this episode, Ariana and Jules discuss a systematic review and meta-analysis examining the effects of mind-body interventions, such as yoga, on neuroendocrine functions. They explore the interconnectedness of the immune, nervous, and endocrine systems, the methodology behind systematic reviews, and the implications of their findings on health an…

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Bonus Episode! JBJS OrthoCorps: An Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community (Part 22) 13:28

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In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Ross K. Leighton, MD, FRCSC, FACS, discusses his history with orthopaedic trauma in North America with Anna Miller, MD. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/J…

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ADHD medication – practical tips for GPs on how to recognise common side effects and what to do 17:47

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Sara Noden, a GP with an extended role in ADHD, and Dr Nishi Yarger, Consultant Psychiatrist in adult ADHD services. Title of paper: A guide for primary care clinicians managing ADHD medication side effects Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/bjgp25X742653 Transcript This transcript was generated using AI and has not b…

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Future-Proofing the UK Life Sciences Sector 17:17

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Are you prepared for the seismic shift transforming UK life sciences careers? This latest "In Silico Trials, Real Impacts!" episode reveals how AI and in silico technologies are creating unprecedented employment opportunities across health tech sectors. Discover the essential skills driving this revolution, from computational biology to digital the…

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GLP-1 Agonists, Weight Loss, and Surgical Outcomes, with special guests Karim Ramji and Jamie Le 28:18

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In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guests Karim Ramji (bariatric surgeon, entrepreneur, and researcher at McMaster University) and Jamie Le (internal medicine and obesity specialist at HOW Clinics) in a discussion on GLP-1 agonists and their role in orthopaedics, particularly for weight loss and surgical outcomes. Links: Kim BI, LaV…

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Risk of postural hypotension associated with antidepressants in older adults – what to think about when prescribing 14:08

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Cini Bhanu, GP and Academic Clinical Lecturer in the Primary Care and Population Health Department at University College London. Title of paper: Antidepressants and risk of postural hypotension: a self-controlled case series study in UK primary care Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2024.0429 Antidepressants are…

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Exploring the Limitations and Potentials of RCTs: Beyond the Gold Standard 32:52

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Are Randomised Controlled Trials (RCTs) always the definitive 'gold standard' in research? In the latest episode of In Silico Trials, Real Impacts!, we explore the nuanced landscape of RCTs, questioning their universal applicability and examining the complexities they often obscure. While RCTs are celebrated for their rigour, this discussion delves…

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The ‘new kid on the block’ – same day versus routine care appointment systems in general practice 17:24

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Jamie Scuffell, GP and NIHR In Practice Fellow at King’s College London. Title of paper: Patterns in GP Appointment Systems: a cluster analysis of 3480 English practices Available at: https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2024.0556 GP practices in the UK are using a wide range of different appointment systems to meet patient dema…

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Simpler or Complex: Rethinking Occam's Razor in Modelling Science 27:59

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Is simplicity always the smartest choice in science? Or could complexity be the key to groundbreaking discoveries? This episode explores the evolving role of simplicity and complexity in scientific modelling, questioning the age-old principle of Occam's razor in light of modern advancements: Plurality should not be posited without necessity. Discov…

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More chest x-rays lead to earlier lung cancer diagnoses and better cancer survival – what we can be doing differently in practice 18:49

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Today, we’re speaking to Dr Steve Bradley, GP and Senior Clinical Lecturer based within the School of Medicine and Population Health at the University of Sheffield. Title of paper: General practice chest X-ray rate is associated with earlier lung cancer diagnosis and reduced all-cause mortality: a retrospective observational study Available at: htt…