Brand New Dr.

From my rollercoaster journey shifting from a junior doctor to a project manager in a tech company, then managing a family-owned dental practice, to eventually embracing my passion for creativity in healthcare branding and strategy, I've had quite the ride.  In this collection episode, we hear from Sue Moseley who explores the connection between our career decisions and the world around us. W...

On the previous episode we welcomed Dr. Glyes Morrison, a medical doctor turned clinical user experience strategist and his insight and knowledge was invaluable. There were a few topics which we didn't get to discuss, Glyes is kindly joining us for another episode, where we shine a light on the intricate link between racism, prejudice and healthcare. We confront the complex challenges involved and...

Dr. Gyles Morrison is taking us on a fascinating journey as we delve into the realm of clinical UX - a pioneering concept introduced by Dr. Gyles Morrison himself. From medical doctor to user experience strategist, Gyles shares his unique journey and vision for integrating design and healthcare. Together, we uncover the significance of understanding the nuances of healthcare, medical and behaviour...

What if the design of hospital spaces could influence a patient’s recovery journey? Ever thought about how the aesthetic appeal of healthcare environments can create emotional connections and trust between patients and healthcare providers? In this Collection episode, we look at the intriguing exploration of these concepts as we're joined by Graphic Designer Jack Trotman, Louisa Williams and Marti...

There's always a certain thrill associated with stepping out of your comfort zone and for Dr. Claudia Pastides, it led her to a rewarding, gratifying and unique career path. As the Director of Medical Accuracy at Flow Health, Claudia transformed her life from practicing traditional medicine to taking on an inventive, non-traditional role. She weaves an extraordinary tale of her journey and the imp...

Has your career path left you yearning for more? Ponder this: can we redefine our potential to find personal fulfillment and improve healthcare for all? I'm Rolake Ojo, a healthcare brand strategist, graphic designer and once a doctor. Brand New Doctor takes you on a journey beyond the conventional career narrative and into the realm of creativity, purpose, and unique individuality. In each episod...

At a time when moral is so low in healthcare, it can be especially difficult to be there if you're already thinking about changing careers. While the doctors' strikes are addressing systemic changes that are much needed to improve pay and treatment, this episode talks about how we as individuals can take care of our mental health and wellbeing by leaning into creativity. I share things I...

What do you think of when you hear the word 'design'? The meaning can be hard to put your finger at times so I'm giving you 3 definitions with examples to show you why it matters in healthcare. You'll see that design is all around you and that you can think like a designer to improve almost anything. Listen to this episode to hear how - Design goes beyond the visual to influenc...

If you’ve ever wondered if creativity matters to what you do, this is a conversation for you. I spoke with Lea Jagendorf, a graphic designer and educator. Royal College of Art trained, she has worked on a wide range of projects, including designing the original Gail’s Bakery Brand and infographics for NHS patients on COVID-19 wards. She now helps all kinds of people from primary school kids to bus...

Mary Oladele is a therapeutic radiographer and founder CEO of Cancer Education UK. She started the charity when she saw that many people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and refugee (BAMER) communities were seeking help late because of the stigma of cancer. The mission is to destigmatize cancer by providing education and support in these communities so people can get the information and care the...

If you feel like your career has become a long to-do list decided by someone else, this episode will give you tools to grow your potential for yourself. I spoke with Sue Moseley a Senior Careers Consultant at King's college in London behind the strategy of Careers Education for the Health sciences. She has helped many healthcare professionals on the path to flourishing in their careers. Her a...

Dr. Veena Babu is a GP, bollywood dancer, youtuber and influencer. She also sadly experienced the loss of her mother last year due to late stage complications of type 2 diabetes. In 2022, Veena began SADAH, the south asian diabetes association in memory of Helen, her mother. The mission is to educate and empower members of the South Asian community with diabetes to live healthier lives by teaching...

Art in Site is a studio of artists, designers, and strategists. Their work goes far beyond aesthetics - they create caring spaces which help people to heal, thrive and connect. They're responsible for art and interior design of projects at Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Great Ormond Street Hospital, King’s College Hospital and Broadmoor Psychiatric Hospital to name a few. What the direct...

This episode is all about career change. I’m sharing the story of how I went from doctor to brand strategist and graphic designer and what I learned on the way that can help you in your career change journey. In this episode I talk about: Mindsets to develop to help you to switch from following a traditional career path to carving your own Dealing with uncertainty and how to gain clarity on your j...

What do people say about you when you’re not around? Far from just a point of curiosity, the answer to this question is your personal brand. Your reputation is everything - when you start consciously shaping perceptions of you, you open up a world of opportunity. I spoke with Dr Gillian Brooks PhD, Assistant Professor in Strategic Marketing at King’s Business School in King’s College London. Gilli...

How can you define success for yourself while you’re in training? Whether you’re in university or on the job, training can feel like a series of hoops that you have to jump through. For a time, we live in a microcosm where grades and qualifications are the main measure of success. My guest Dr Daniel Olaiya saw medical school differently. For him, it was a training ground ripe with opportunities to...

This episode is all about transformation - our careers, our lives, our habits - you name it. I sat down with the person who inspired me to get started with this podcast to talk about making a change and making that change stick. My guest, Chike Eduputa, is a Digital Strategy and Transformation Consultant. To put this simply, this means he helps businesses to use technology to improve the way they...

Have you ever felt trapped in your job as doctor or dentist, or even daunted at the prospect as a student? I sat down with Dr. Nirja Joshi to talk about how to break free of this feeling and explore the many options open to us. We often believe that our ambition and our wellbeing are at odds with each other, but we discussed how our wellbeing can actually make us better at what we do. Dr. Nirja is...

Does healthcare have anything to do with design? And what could you possibly learn from it as a healthcare professional or student? I had a fun chat with Jack Trotman a seasoned graphic designer, head of the UK branch of Shillington College of Graphic Design, and my teacher from my time there. Having worked in publishing, architecture, film and art to name a few industries, he knows a thing or two...

If you wanted to make to make a change in the world, what's the first thing you would ask yourself? The question 'how do I begin?' is obvious, but the answer is less so. And then of course there's the challenge of following through.  My guests Dr Remi Mogekwu and Dr Jennifer Owusu Adjei share how they face these frustrations in their work to improve the healthcare outcomes for...

If you have a talent, passion or interest outside of medicine or dentistry, you might think you have to choose one or the other, but my first guest Chidiebere Ibe is living testament that your unique combination of gifts can change everything. We sat down to talk about how to use your gifts to find your purpose and build confidence in the face of adversity. Chidi's illustrations went viral in...

How many times have you had an idea but not gone through with it because you worried about what other people would think? I sat down with Dr Yewande Oduwole to share personal experiences of the fear of judgement and how to stop it from holding you back. Yewande got a lot of experience with this when she started her Youtube and Instagram sharing her experience as a dental student and teaching other...

Find out what they don't teach you in medical and dental school about success in the real world - coming soon in February 2022. Connect with Rolake Ojo LinkedIn Instagram Website Brand New Dr. is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts .