The Respiratory Futures Podcast

In this Episode, host Dr Charlie Addy speaks to Professor Wei Shen Lim and Dr Kay Roy on the important of vaccination against respiratory illnesses. Professor Lim and Dr Roy expand on the recently launched Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination programme in England, and how we can work towards improving vaccine awareness amongst our hospitals and patients.  Let us know your thoughts: podcas...

In this Episode, host Dr Charlie Addy speaks to Dr Hitasha Rupani about Asthma. Dr Rupani talks about her role working in asthma, some of the challenges currently facing patients with asthma and where she hopes the future of respiratory medicine will head in regards to asthma care, including the use of biologics. Let us know your thoughts: podcast@respiratoryfutures.org.uk Follow us to stay up to...

In this Episode, host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks to Professor Andy Fisher about lung transplantation. Lung transplantation is an option for a specific group of patients in the UK for whom other treatments may not be suitable. Learn about what lung transplant procedures involve, the benefits and risk for patients, and recent developments taking place in lung transplantation guidance, research...

In this Episode, host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks to Ravijyot Saggu about respiratory pharmacy. Respiratory pharmacists play a vital role in the respiratory Multi-disciplinary Team, but what does a day in the life of a respiratory pharmacist look like? What skills do respiratory pharmacists need, and what is their role in addressing issues such as health inequalities and sustainability? Ravij...

This episode goes behind the scenes at the June 2024 BTS Summer Meeting. Hear from a range of guests on a variety of topics including: Alison Armstrong on the Summer Meeting Maria Parsonage on respiratory nursing Dr Nazia Chaudhuri on interstitial lung disease Dr Jo Feary on occupational lung disease Lizzie Grillo on respiratory physiotherapy Dr Steve Walker on pneumothorax and growing an academic...

In this Episode, host Dr Charlie Addy speaks to Rachael Moses on the importance of good leadership, what good leadership looks like, and how to grow leadership within the community of respiratory professionals.  Let us know your thoughts: podcast@respiratoryfutures.org.uk Follow us to stay up to date, @BritishThoracicSociety. respiratoryfutures.org.uk brit-thoracic.org.uk  The views expressed by g...

Join us at The Respiratory Futures Podcast, a platform of the British Thoracic Society, as we talk with colleagues from across the respiratory workforce to share their stories and experiences of working to improve lung health. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply passionate about staying informed about respiratory medicine and care, subscribe now for the latest developments and...