A Doctor's View
Ever wondered what doctors really think about health trends, mental wellbeing, and the medical world behind the scenes? Join Dr. Polyvios as he cuts through the noise, shares honest insights on everyday health, and explores the challenges of modern medical life—including stress, burnout, and the surprising truths behind your favourite health crazes. From the latest fitness fads to the controversies around diets, vaccines, and mental health, this podcast gives you an insider’s perspective on what really matters for your wellbeing. Thought-provoking, real, and always human—this is healthcare, unfiltered, all from a light-hearted but opinionated doctor’s perspective.
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*Disclaimer* Please be aware that all opinions and content expressed in this podcast do not constitute professional medical advice. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical questions or concerns. Under no circumstances shall the podcast host or guests be liable for any damages resulting from the use of this podcast.
A Doctor's View
Mental burnout when working on the front line. Feat. Doctors in Distress
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Joined by Amandip Sidhu of Doctor’s in Distress and Dr Katie Carpenter, a newly qualified junior doctor to discuss the different stresses on mental well-being that the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic can have on medical staff and why we should still be vigilant when looking out for our colleagues and indeed our own mental health. We also learn about the roles medical students are playing in helping hospitals on the front line.
Useful links:
Doctors in Distress:
https://doctors-in-distress.org.uk
NHS guidance:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
If you’re pregnant and worried about coronavirus... advice given by the Royal College of Obstetricians Gynaecologists.
https://www.rcog.org.uk/en/guidelines-research-services/guidelines/coronavirus-pregnancy/covid-19-virus-infection-and-pregnancy/
111 coronavirus service
https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19/
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@DrPolyvios
@docs_in_distress
@katiecarpenta
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email: adoctorsview@gmail.com
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