• 15 minutes 27 seconds
    InnovAiT Podcast No 51: Beyond the prescription: a holistic GP approach to obesity and weight loss medications (Aug 26)

    InnovAiT Podcast No 51: Beyond the prescription: a holistic GP approach to obesity and weight loss medications (Aug 26). In this podcast, recorded by InnovAiT Podcast Editor Dr Sadiya Ayaz, Dr Ben Tyler discusses his InnovAiT article from Feb 2026, looking at a practical, holistic framework to help GPs in supporting patients using weight loss medication. Dr Tyler provides an insightful approach on how to help patients make sustainable lifestyle changes and improve long term health outcomes. The podcast is also available to view on our YouTube channel https://youtu.be/NrZ0U1lnOcg?si=p1WE7RifGrzEzjrX and his InnovAiT article can be accessed at: https://doi.org/10.1177/17557380261420769.

    4 September 2026, 9:34 am
  • 17 minutes 38 seconds
    InnovAiT Podcast No 50: Bridging the Gap: Practical Solutions for ADHD Management in Children (June 26)

    In this podcast, recorded by InnovAiT Podcast Editor Dr Sadiya Ayaz, Dr Stuart Kyle discusses ADHD in children, how it can often be misunderstood, mislabelled or missed altogether, and the real-life experiences of children and families. He explains the challenges of recognising ADHD in children, talking about his own experience, and how GPs can support families through early recognition, psychoeducation and collaboration with schools. The podcast is also available to view on our YouTube channel https://youtu.be/KjqPSMEuJc0?si=lXYPE5G2A0QpC6xh and his InnovAiT article can be accessed at: https://doi.org/10.1177/17557380251400197.

    26 June 2026, 4:28 am
  • 8 minutes 10 seconds
    InnovAiT Podcast No 49: Challenges to Confidentiality in GP Consulting (June 26)

    InnovAiT Podcast No 49: Challenges to Confidentiality in GP Consulting (June 26). In this podcast, recorded by InnovAiT Podcast Editor Dr Sadiya Ayaz, Dr Ghofran Al-Arbi shares insights from her InnovAiT article 'Challenges to confidentiality in GP consulting'. In the podcast, she discusses the critical importance of confidentiality in general practice, the complexities surrounding it using examples from real life, and when it may be necessary to breach confidentiality. Tune in to enhance your understanding of this critical aspect of medical practice. It is also available to view on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/axInV7e80jk?si=D52g4U4IC4D4xpl4.

    15 June 2026, 6:50 am
  • 6 minutes 27 seconds
    InnovAiT Podcast No 48: Preparing for General Practice Out of Hours (Apr 26)

    In this podcast, recorded by InnovAiT Podcast Editor Dr Sadiya Ayaz, Dr Vern Perera discusses the nuances of out-of-hours care for GP registrars based on this InnovAiT article: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/17557380251380192. Gain insights on the multidisciplinary teams, technology in triage, and what it takes to thrive in this unique aspect of general practice. It is also available to view on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/2Sosq6WduPQ?si=5ldtmO61tl2nJ-Q7.

    1 May 2026, 9:57 am
  • 13 minutes 32 seconds
    ADHD Management in Adults

    In this podcast, recorded by InnovAiT Podcast Editor Dr Sadiya Ayaz, Dr Stuart Kyle, a GP in Swansea, discusses key points from his article Bridging the gaps: Practical solutions for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Management in Adults. This podcast covers: What is ADHD? Symptoms of ADHD and typical presentations Diagnosing ADHD Management in primary care It is also available to view on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdD1TWcIiaM.

    11 March 2026, 7:19 am
  • 6 minutes 53 seconds
    InnovAiT Podcast No 42: Supraglottitis, April 25

    In this podcast recorded by InnovAiT Podcast Editor Dr Sadiya Ayaz, Rungphloy Jaroenchasri, ENT Teaching Fellow in Bristol, discusses her InnovAiT article on the the diagnosis and management of the airway emergency, supraglottitis, from a primary care perspective. The podcast covers what supraglottitis is, risk factors and what to do if you suspect it in a GP setting, referral and how might it be managed in secondary care, with key points that GPs should be aware of. This podcast is also available on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLXto1ojrMs.

    29 April 2025, 7:10 am
  • 21 minutes 57 seconds
    InnovAiT June 24: International Medical Graduates (IMGs)

    In this podcast, Dr Sadiya Ayaz, RCGP South London Faculty Board Member and Editor of InnovAiT podcasts, discusses supporting international medical graduates with College council member and Yorkshire faculty IMG Rep, Dr Azza Elghonaimy. Dr Elghonaimy shares her journey of moving to the UK from abroad, discusses some of the challenges that international medical graduates can encounter during their training and beyond and the support that is offered by the College as well as her top tips for IMGs. Listen in to find out more!

    29 August 2024, 10:15 am
  • 20 minutes 51 seconds
    InnovAiT Podcast no 40 – InnovAiT Podcast January 24 (Sepsis)
    InnovAiT January 24: Sepsis In this podcast, Dr Sadiya Ayaz, a GP trainer and appraiser, chats with Dr Lizzy Morgan as they discuss her InnovAiT article 'Could this be sepsis?' Sepsis is a common and dangerous condition, and early recognition and initiation of appropriate management has significant impact on morbidity and mortality. Dr Morgan gives us an insightful overview of how to identify sepsis in primary care, risk factors for sepsis and guidance on referral to secondary care to ensure we can manage sepsis safely and effectively.
    22 January 2024, 6:03 am
  • 27 minutes 37 seconds
    InnovAiT October 23: Sleep disorders
    We spend one-third of our life asleep. Sleep deprivation is not an uncommon presentation in general practice and we know how much it can impact on health and wellbeing. Yet, it can be challenging to deal with in a 10–minute consultation. In this podcast, Dr Serena Strickland discusses her InnovAiT article on sleep disorders in which she helps us answer common questions such as how much sleep we actually need, how to take a good sleep history, tips on managing sleep disorders and useful resources to signpost patients to. To find out more, listen in!
    19 October 2023, 10:49 am
  • 21 minutes 32 seconds
    InnovAiT September 23 podcast (Climate Change), podcast 38
    Did you know that the NHS contributes up to 5% of the UK's carbon emissions and that 60% of emissions in primary care come from medicines and inhalers? Want to know more about how climate change impacts human health and what we can be doing to address it in a healthcare setting? Then join us on a whistle stop tour as we talk to GP trainee Dr Veena Aggarwal discuss the impact of climate change on healthcare and what we can be doing to empower patients and improve health outcomes. Veena shares her journey of undertaking the Chief Sustainability Officers Clinical Fellow Scheme, what ignited her passion about climate change and her experience of GP training so far including her top tips of making the most of it. Listen in to hear more…
    12 September 2023, 10:51 am
  • 56 minutes 38 seconds
    InnovAit December 22 podcast, podcast 37

    In this special live interview, new RCGP Chair Prof. Kamila Hawthorne answers AiTs' questions on her experiences as a trainee, hospital rotations, exam fairness, new consultation models, the sustainability of careers in general practice, new roles in general practice, is training too protected, her priorities as chair, and what the College is doing for the future of the profession. Do not miss this one!

    17 April 2023, 9:17 am
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