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Arthritis often refers to joint issues, encompassing inflammation and natural wear and tear. The most prevalent form, osteoarthritis, signifies the degradation of cartilage. Symptoms can manifest as pain and stiffness, often exacerbated by damp or cold conditions. Dr Andrew walks us through this service and how My Specialist GP can help.

From October through March, many people in England experience low Vitamin D levels. While we may consume it through our diets, it requires daylight exposure to be truly activated. With the shorter days and more indoor moments, this can become a real challenge. This is why Vitamin D is so essential

At My Specialist GP, our unwavering commitment is to provide the highest standard of patient-centred care. This week, Dr Peter Petrie joins us on our medical podcast to discuss essential vaccinations for older adults.

At My Specialist GP, we understand the agony and inconvenience that comes with ingrown toenails. These pesky conditions can be not only painful but also limit your footwear choices and disrupt your daily activities. Dr Morar Joins us on this podcast to discuss a procedure that can help ease this issue and improve your quality of life.

Dr Clare joins us on this podcast to discuss histamine intolerance. Histamine intolerance, caused by an excessive buildup of histamine levels , can present as Fatigue, bowel problems, and feeling generally unwell and itchy skin. Patients can have been tested for Thyroid issues and have had routine tests which have not shown any issues.

We are pleased to introduce Dr Clare Ashby to our patients at My Specialist GP who is joining us commencing on Monday 12th June 2023.Dr Ashby has a special interest in Womens' Health, Children and care for the elderly.

During the podcast, Miss Granger discusses the various symptoms of endometriosis and how they can vary from woman to woman. She also talks about what exactly endometriosis is, what causes it, and who is most likely to develop it (around 10% of the female population). Additionally, she emphasizes that while endometriosis may not show symptoms immediately, it is a condition that can develop over tim...

Dr Andrew Jackson joins us on this podcast to discuss joint injections and how they work to relieve chronic pain in conditions such as arthritis.

Dr Andrew Jackson joins us on this week's podcast to discuss what MSK or Musculoskeletal health means and how we can help you.

Dr Morar joins us on this week's Medical Podcast to discuss Minor Surgery, and how it is not as minor as the name might suggest. What can be insignificant to many, can be a source of anxiety to others. This is why it is important to check with our Specialised GPs if you are concerned about any lumps or bumps. Dr Morar also walks us through the surgery process, from booking to surgery and any labor...

Dr Dasgupta joins us on this podcast to discuss how menopause affects your brain. One of the most common negative symptoms is brain fog. It can be debilitating and affect your daily life and work life. During menopause, estrogen declines and has an impact on cognitive function, listen to find out more and how we can help improve these symptoms.

Dr Sonali joins us on this podcast to discuss how menopause can impact your experience with sex and how estrogen and testosterone play a key role.

Dr Sonali Dasgupta joins us on this podcast to discuss the most commonly asked questions regarding the Menopause and what solutions there are. Sometimes there is more than one issue at play aside from the presenting feature and this requires the expertise of a specially trained Doctor.

Dr Morar joins us on this week's Medical Podcast to talk about his medical background prior to becoming a GP at My Specialist GP. Dr Morar has a particular interest in Gastrointestinal health, Skin Lesions / Minor Surgery and Men’s Health (including vasectomy)

Dr Ford joins us on this week's Medical Podcast to talk about his medical background prior to becoming a GP at My Specialist GP. Dr Ford has a particular interest in cardiovascular health, mental health, and helping patients improve their long-term health.

Ujwala Sangam joins us again on this week's Medical Podcast to discuss ways that the Pharmacogenomics test can be used to treat different issues, including cardiology and heart-related health. Ujwala believes that Pharmacogenomics is the key to allowing individuals information and control over what medicine they are consuming to treat their health problems. By looking at how your DNA affects the w...

Pharmacogenomics is an important example of the field of precision medicine, which aims to tailor medical treatment to each person or to a group of people. Pharmacogenomics looks at how your DNA affects the way you respond to medicine. Service Now Available at My Specialist GP

As you may have seen, Miss Grainger recently joined us as our new Consultant Gynaecologist. She joins us on this week's Medical Podcast to talk about the current state of women's health, the importance of providing high-quality women's health, and why she chose to pursue gynaecology.

In this week's Medical Podcast, we are talking to our newest GP, Dr Sonali Dasgupta about children's behavioural issues. She discusses the possible conditions such as ADHD or other developmental conditions and various signs and symptoms. Dr Dasgupta has a special interest in paediatrics and explains here what her role can be in helping parents and children.

In this week's Medical Podcast, we sit down with Dr Dasgupta to discuss the upcoming winter months and what that means for children and their health.

In this week's Medical Podcast, we sit down with Dr Andrew Jackson to talk about his recent trip to Clive Woodward's international rugby camp in the French Alps

For one in four people, the arrival of warmer weather marks the beginning of an annual struggle against hay fever. This pesky pollen allergy can be all-consuming and make life extremely difficult. This is where the hay fever injection comes in and Dr Jackson will explain more on this episode.

We sit down with Dr Andrew Jackson to discuss this new COVID test, the T-Cell COVID Test. In response to the COVID virus your body can produce B-cell antibodies or T-Cell antibodies. Until recently only a B-cell response could be tested by PCR or lateral flow testing. This new test from a UKAS registered lab in Oxford, can additionally confirm if you have a T-cell antibody response.

We sit down this week to talk to Dr Sam Elias about the pneumonia vaccine and its benefits. Pneumonia is contagious just like a cold or flu when it is caused by infectious microbes and if severe, it may need to be treated in hospital.

Fatigue, lethargy and general low energy levels are unfortunately common symptoms that many experience when deciding to visit a GP. One of the best ways to check the underlying causes of these is by directly checking the internal status of your overall body. There are many types of blood tests that can help prevent more serious conditions if detected early.