Scoping The Issues

Healthcare exists to protect human health—but what happens when the systems designed to heal also contribute to the very crisis threatening our future? In this episode of Scoping the Issues, Professor Richard Hixson—consultant in anaesthesia and critical care medicine, physician environmentalist, and founder of CPD Match—joined us to explore the inseparable relationship between human health and pl...

Professor Mayilone Arumugasamy highlights the growing role of single-use GI scopes outside traditional endoscopy units. Key benefits include portability, ease of setup, and reduced reliance on specialised staff, enabling faster interventions in operating rooms, ICUs, and emergency departments. These scopes improve workflow efficiency, support hybrid surgical procedures, and offer teaching advantag...

In this episode of Scoping the Issues , we dive deep into the often-overlooked yet vital aspect of healthcare: human factors and their impact on patient safety. Joined by Lauren Turner, a clinical educator from Ambu, we explore how ongoing education and professional development play a crucial role in managing human factors, particularly in high-stakes areas like airway management. Lauren shares in...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Ron Daniels, an expert in the field of sepsis, to explore the intricacies and evolving guidelines surrounding this critical condition. Sepsis can be a challenging diagnosis for healthcare professionals, often presenting subtly and requiring swift recognition and treatment to prevent severe outcomes. We dive into the complexities of identifying sepsis, the misco...

In this episode of Join The Circle , we dive deep with Casper Hanson, the visionary behind Ambu's groundbreaking sustainability crusade. Discover how Ambu, a pioneering force in endoscopy within healthcare, is reshaping the industry's environmental footprint through its innovative "Join the Circle" initiative.  Casper takes us on a journey, revealing Ambu's ambitious leap towards a more sustainabl...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Nicklas, Ambu's senior sustainability specialist, as we explore the innovative world of bioplastics in endoscopy. In this episode, Nicklas provides valuable insights into Ambu's pioneering efforts to incorporate bioplastics into their endoscopes, revolutionising the healthcare industry while prioritizing sustainability. Discover the difference between...

Scoping The Issues" dives deep into the intricate realm of airway management in its 8th episode, focusing on the influential guidelines set forth by the Difficult Airway Society (DAS). Join us as we unravel the nuances of this critical aspect of patient care with Sam Cunnington, Global Product Manager, Anaesthesia at Ambu, who provides an overview of the comprehensive DAS guidelines.   From fundam...

In this emotionally charged episode of "Scoping The Issues," we step into the profound narrative of Melissa Mead MBE, whose life was forever altered by a health crisis that touched the very core of her existence. Melissa opens her heart to recount the gripping story of her son, William, and the pivotal role that sepsis played in their lives. With unwavering courage, Melissa shares the harrowing de...

Welcome to the 7th episode of "Scoping the Issues." In this engaging installment, we are honoured to host Dr. Michael Baboudjian, a distinguished Urologist and Associate Professor at La Conception and Nord hospitals in Marseille, France. Dr. Baboudjian's groundbreaking research has captured the spotlight, and in this episode, we dive deep into two remarkable studies that have sparked significant i...

In this episode, we delve into the world of one-lung ventilation procedures and the challenges that have long plagued this critical aspect of thoracic anaesthesia. Join us as we explore the primary hurdles faced during these procedures and the profound impact they can have on patient safety. Our guest, Dr. Christodoulides, sheds light on the intricacies of one-lung ventilation, starting with the o...

Join us in the fifth episode of Scoping the Issues as we dive into a  discussion that shines a spotlight on the future of medical procedures and healthcare practices. In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking potential of single-use endoscopes and their transformative impact on the medical field. Our guest for this enlightening conversation is Rasmus Holtz, the director and global product man...

Sustainability has emerged as a fundamental pillar within the healthcare industry, and it is crucial to acknowledge the significant strides made by Ambu in becoming the unrivalled champion of sustainability. Let us delve into Ambu's remarkable journey as the market leader, exploring their visionary plans and envisioning the future of sustainability within the company. Will Ambu's   dedication to s...

GI endoscopy currently has well-established ways of working and patient pathways. How will using single-use endoscopes in gastroenterology truly benefit current clinical practices and patient care? In this episode, we discuss how using single-use endoscopes can enhance current clinical services and tackle waiting lists. We also assess the challenges that are faced by Ambu and what the future holds...

Ambu has built on over a decade of single-use bronchoscopy know-how to place a reliable, sterile and cost-effective solution in your hands. We launched the world's first single-use flexible aScope bronchoscope in 2009, and today over one million of our single-use bronchoscopes are used yearly in thousands of hospitals around the world. With the release of the aScope 5 Broncho,  could single-use sc...

What are the greatest challenges facing endoscopy decontamination departments? Is there a potential risk of cross-contamination associated with reusable endoscopes? And, can single-use endoscopy mitigate these issues?   In this episode, we look at the changing workload of decontamination departments. We assess the hidden costs associated with reprocessing and the impact reprocessing can have on pa...