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.
Instagram: @adoctorsview
Twitter: @DrPolyvios
Email: adoctorsview@gmail.com
*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.
Episodes
61 episodes
Stronger Body, Calmer Mind: The Mental Power of Calisthenics
In this episode of A Doctor’s View, Dr. Polyvios sits down with Viktor from Tough Muscles to explore how calisthenics — simple bodyweight strength training — can transform not just your physical health but your mental well-being too. F...
•
Episode 58
•
59:02
The Exhaustion You Can’t See: How Constant Choices and Noise Wear Us Down
Have you ever wondered why you struggle to decide what to have for dinner after a long day at work? That mental exhaustion has a name—decision fatigue—and it affects everyone, but takes a particularly heavy toll on healthcare professionals....
•
Episode 57
•
26:34
Challenging the 'Obesity Paradox': The Truth Behind Being 'Fat but Fit'
Ready to debunk the myths, lies, and half-truths about obesity and healthy living? Listening to this episode will challenge the 'health at any size' idea that obesity and health can coexist. I dive into a dissection of the 'obesity paradox' and...
•
Episode 56
•
28:04
Perfectionism, Burnout, and Productivity: A Deep Dive into Healthcare Challenges and Solutions
Ever felt the weight of perfectionism bearing down on you, be it personal or professional? Join me, Dr. Polyvios, as I engage in a profound discussion with Dr. Samantha Anthony about perfectionism and the corresponding burnout it can provoke, p...
•
Episode 55
•
1:04:57
Acne and Roaccutane (Isotretinoin) - My Experience - A Doctor’s View
In this episode I revisit the topic of acne and relive the experience of taking Roaccutane (Isotretinoin). I discuss some myths around acne and the various treatment options.Video Podcast:https://youtu.be/1Xe20F_fK14
•
Episode 54
•
37:01
Eating Disorders and Body Image | feat. The London Centre
This episode focuses on an important topic that is becoming more and more prevalent.An eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia is a severe psychological eating disorder where an individual restricts their food intake to lose...
•
Episode 53
•
56:13
Perfectionism, medicine, and skewed reality
A look at how perfectionism can be a destructive personality trait and why it can leave me feeling superficial and guilty when working as a doctor. I discuss the difficult scenarios medics are often exposed to and how as healthcare profes...
•
Episode 52
•
17:26
Watching 'This Is Going To Hurt'. A Doctor's View
**CONTAINS SPOILERS** In this episode I give my thoughts on the recent TV series based on the book "This is Going to Hurt" by Dr Adam Kay. In my opinion it was a masterpiece and will change the public perception of what a doctor does and has to...
•
Episode 51
•
22:08
Studying medicine at an international university and working in the USA
In this episode we look at studying medicine at an international university vs a traditional medical school. I'm joined by Dr Josh Ramjist a graduate from St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada&...
•
Episode 50
•
38:44
Metabolic health and losing weight | Dr Philip Ovadia
For this episode we are joined by a medical colleague in the USA. Dr Philip Ovadia is a board-certified Cardiac Surgeon and founder of Ovadia Heart Health. Once a morbidly obese heart surgeon, struggling to lose weight Dr Ovadia learnt about th...
•
Episode 49
•
50:03
Psychology of medicine with Dr Haidar Al-Hakim
We are joined once again with our friend Dr Haidar Al-Hakim for a candid discuss. We discuss the evolution of physician psychology within medicine, hierarchies, the importance of change within ourselves to help us become more balanced and conte...
•
Episode 48
•
1:02:42
Consequences of burnout in medicine
A discussion with our friends at Doctor’s in Distress; a charity which is dedicated to supporting healthcare workers suffering within the NHS and prevents suicide within the profession. With 3 guest speakers we discuss:The consequen...
•
Episode 47
•
1:03:29
Imposter syndrome and perceived failure
In this episode I take a look at imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome leaves you feeling like you don’t deserve your success. You feel as if you have achieved everything through luck, easy obstacles and without merit. This can make you constant...
•
Episode 46
•
19:45
Choosing a specialty in medicine and why I left surgery
I left surgery to pursue a career in anaesthetics or anaesthesiology for our friends in the USA. In this episode aimed at medical students and Foundation Year Doctors I talk about why I left surgery, my general experience when it comes to choos...
•
Episode 45
•
15:37
From nurse to bodybuilder
From amateur gym goer to winning a professional bodybuilding competition, all on top of being an intensive care nurse. With an inspiring story of how you really can achieve anything you put your mind to, Lauren shares her story as well as provi...
•
Episode 44
•
55:23
Organ donation - A recipients view
Danny Hiles, received a liver transplant which saved his life. He was diagnosed with Wilson's disease which is a rare autoimmune disease. He shares his story about receiving his diagnosis and what it means to be an organ recipient.Danny...
•
Episode 43
•
30:50
A Doctor’s View
Join me, Dr Polyvios for an opinionated view on popular health topics and an insight into medical life. *Disclaimer* Please note that all opinions and the content of this Podcast represent those of the host and the show's guests...
•
0:32
Always pleasing others – Cause of unhappiness?
How many times have you heard someone complain about a situation and then following with “I just have a hard time saying no.”? Insecurities and anxiety often result in unhappiness and depression, but do we actually recognise this as a reason fo...
•
Episode 42
•
16:49
Nursing on the front-line. When feeling alone doesn't mean you are
Mental health and wellbeing affects us all. Never has this been more true than over the last few months, especially for key workers and nurses on the front-line during the covid pandemic. Hollie Lawrence is a student nurse who has created a gro...
•
Episode 41
•
1:00:14
When controversy meets laughter - a roundtable discussion
A special episode. A roundtable discussion hosted by Dr Haidar Al-Hakim host of the Surgical Spirit podcast joined by Dr Shan Hussain host of Enduring Health podcast, Dr Suhail Hussain a portfolio GP and senior tutor and myself discussing a ran...
•
Episode 40
•
1:17:44
Caffeine - Harmful? How much is too much?
In view of the recent lockdown one thing that a lot of us have probably noticed is just how much tea and coffee we are drinking. This episode looks at the physiological effects of caffeine on the brain and how the effects of adenosine and dopam...
•
Episode 39
•
14:16
Mental burnout when working on the front line. Feat. Doctors in Distress
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 ...
•
Episode 38
•
51:07
A personal reflection on my experiences - Coronavirus (COVID-19)
After a night shift, I reflect on a some of the hidden pressures that healthcare workers can face as well as an update on the current situation within hospitals. I give my thoughts on the of the coronavirus testing program for NHS staff and tak...
•
Episode 37
•
28:55
New Kidney. New life. Coping with stress using yoga - Ciara Roberts
After undergoing a kidney transplant at young age, Ciara Roberts, author of Wholly Aligned, Wholly Alive discovered new ways to cope with the stresses involved with such a treatment as well as new challenges she would have to face in every day ...
•
Episode 36
•
53:09
Coronavirus (COVID-19) - A warning, a plea and a thank you
An episode I wish I didn't have to publish. I shed an insight into how bad things looking in hospitals and discuss the differences between coronavirus and flu and why we should pay attention to the warning signs and the advice given.A b...
•
11:16