Rad Chat – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Úna Findlay as part of the leadership series (part 23).

Discussion about Úna’s career, transferable skills of therapeutic radiographer and future plans at the UK Health Security Agency.

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1. Reflect upon your current practice and consider how you can improve/ influence patient safety. 
2. Reread Toward Safer Radiotherapy. Have all recommendations being implemented in your work area? If you work in Clinical Radiology or Nuclear Medicine, many of the recommendations have transferable learning.

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Links from podcast:

Further information on the work of the Medical Exposures Group:

• https://www.ukhsa-protectionservices.org.uk/meg

Safer Radiotherapy publications:

• Triannual report
• e-Bulletin
• Webpage
• eSubscribe

Incident learning in clinical imaging, MRI and nuclear medicine:

• User guidance and application of the national taxonomy for incident learning in clinical imaging, MRI and nuclear medicine
• National coding taxonomy for incident learning in clinical imaging, MRI and nuclear medicine

Better Nuclear Medicine Practice:

• ARSAC notes for guidance: good clinical practice in nuclear medicine

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Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Fodi Kyriakos about his career, career progression and the Skilled Personnel Network he has founded.

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1. Consider signing up to the Skilled Personnel Network: https://www.skilledpersonnelnetwork.com/share/VWG5iZHw9c3VtRhB?utm_source=manual
2. Balancing Professional and Personal Growth: consider the balance between your professional duties and personal well-being. How can personal development initiatives, such as stress management, work-life balance, voluntary & charity work enhance your effectiveness and satisfaction in your radiography role? Ensure you reach out to people for support and consider finding a mentor to guide you.
3. Evaluating the benefits of a‘Portfolio Career’ in Radiography: reflect on how diversifying your professional experiences through a portfolio career might enhance your skills, broaden your impact within the radiography profession, and contribute to your overall career satisfaction. Consider the potential benefits and also the challenges of balancing multiple roles or specialisations in your career path. Be open to ideas and if needed, speak with careers specialists to discuss. 
4. Adapting to emerging trends in Radiography: reflect on the importance of staying updated with new technologies and practices in radiography. How can you proactively seek out learning opportunities to ensure you are at the forefront of advancements in the field? Keep abreast of trade press & industry news to gain a broader understanding of the various opportunities available to you. Join Special Interest Groups which are widely available, but also consider starting your own if the circumstances are correct. 

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Links from podcast:

Find Fodi on LinkedIn: Fodi-Kyriakos 

Skilled Personnel Network website: www.skilled-personnel.com  

An explanation of what Philotimo is: https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/let-their-words-do-the-talking/201508/philotimo-greek-word-without-meaning-very-meaningful  

A deeper explanation as to what a ‘Critical Connector’ does: https://community.quantive.com/blog/maya-townsend-organizational-networks  

Ultimately, to develop greater career opportunities, it is important to understand the principles that can assist you in requesting the support you need. I have always found the research done by Dr Robert Cialdini, invaluable to this process: https://cxl.com/blog/cialdinis-principles-persuasion/   

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Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara reflect on 2.6 years of Rad Chat!

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Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Lynn Buckley as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 41).

Discussion about psychosexual counselling in oncology, who might benefit and how people can access these services

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1) reflect on how you approach sexuality as a topic with your patients.

2) reflect and consider your barriers to speaking about sexuality with patients.

3) read about the PLISSIT model: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/282966260 

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Links from podcast:

Lynn Buckley: https://www.lynnbuckley.co.uk/ 

Pelvic Radiation Disease Association (PRDA) best practice pathway: https://www.prda.org.uk/prd-best-practice-pathway/ 

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Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. Bunmi Olajide.

Discussion about Dr. Bunmi’s career, the role of screening within primary care, risk factors and health inequities.

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1. What are the current recommendations for prostate cancer screening, and how have they evolved in recent years?
2. Can you discuss the pros and cons of different screening methods, such as PSA testing and digital rectal examination?
3. Are there any advancements in imaging techniques for prostate cancer diagnosis?
4. Can you discuss the role of active surveillance and its criteria for patient selection?
5. How can healthcare professionals improve cultural competence when working with diverse populations affected by prostate cancer?

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Links from podcast:

Ageing Better: https://ageing-better.org.uk/ 

Prostate Cancer UK (PCUK): https://prostatecanceruk.org/ 

Prostate Cancer signs and symptoms:: https://prostatecanceruk.org/prostate-information-and-support/risk-and-symptoms/prostate-cancer-signs-and-symptoms. 

PCUK risk checker for patients: https://prostatecanceruk.org/risk-checker 

PCUK patient support links: https://prostatecanceruk.org/prostate-information-and-support/get-support 

PCUK healthcare professional online learning and CPD: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/active-surveillance-hub/online-learning-and-cpd 

PCUK healthcare professional consultation toolkit: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/consultation-toolkit 

PCUK healthcare professional active surveillance hub: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/active-surveillance-hub 

Black men’s health: https://blackmenshealth.org.uk/ 

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Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Anthony Francis.

Discussion about prostate cancer, active surveillance and PSA screening.

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1) read about the signs and symptoms of prostate cancer: https://prostatecanceruk.org/prostate-information-and-support/risk-and-symptoms/prostate-cancer-signs-and-symptoms. 

2) reflect on the experience of a patient being diagnosed with prostate cancer.

3) consider the risk factors for prostate cancer.

4) evaluate where active surveillance may be an appropriate treatment strategy for someone diagnosed with prostate cancer.

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Links from podcast:

It’s time to talk about men’s health at work: https://www.fairplaytalks.com/2022/11/19/its-time-to-talk-about-mens-health-at-work/ 

Black men’s health: https://blackmenshealth.org.uk/ 

Young Minds: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/ 

Ageing Better: https://ageing-better.org.uk/ 

Prostate Cancer UK (PCUK): https://prostatecanceruk.org/ 

PCUK risk checker for patients: https://prostatecanceruk.org/risk-checker 

PCUK patient support links: https://prostatecanceruk.org/prostate-information-and-support/get-support 

PCUK healthcare professional online learning and CPD: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/active-surveillance-hub/online-learning-and-cpd 

PCUK healthcare professional consultation toolkit: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/consultation-toolkit 

PCUK healthcare professional active surveillance hub: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/active-surveillance-hub 

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Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with CK as part of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Series (part 8). 

Discussion about CK’s career and personal healthcare experiences. LGBTIQ+ health and current challenges for the trans population.

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1) evaluate the language you use with patients, friends and family, how often do you use gender neutral terminology?

2) watch this YouTube video on gender inclusion spaces: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0AkjturEiTM.

3) consider how you can be a better ally for the LGBTIQ+ community.

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Links from podcast:

CK: https://linktr.ee/CK1?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=5222f825-484e-42a3-afa4-d13ff54f71a5 

Designing gender inclusive spaces: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0AkjturEiTM

Queering Cancer charity: https://queeringcancer.ca/ 

OUTpatients Charity: https://outpatients.org.uk/

Watch this episode on our youtube channel: ttps://youtu.be/-FOkuiTPNX.

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Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Nina Lopes as part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (part 28).

Discussion about Nina’s treatments to date, speaking to her child about her diagnosis and importance of people taking part in clinical trials.

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1) reflect on the challenges of speaking to a child about their parent’s cancer diagnosis.

2) consider the barriers for people of colour entering clinical trials.

3) consider methods of improving acceptability of clinical trials within diverse communities.

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Links from podcast:

Nina’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frodayss/ 

Nina’s Fundraising Link: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/frodayss 

Nina’s Article in The Times: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/our-epic-safari-the-trip-i-knew-would-be-my-last-with-my-daughter-l5n2fqxsp 

Black Women Rising: https://www.blackwomenrisinguk.org/ 

Breast, Pecs or Chest Checker: https://coppafeel.org/breast-cancer-info-and-advice/how-do-i-check/ 

Triple Negative Breast Cancer Clinical Trials: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/find-a-clinical-trial/clinical-trials-search?search_api_aggregation_1=triple%20negative&f%5B0%5D=field_trial_status%3A4386
Cancer Research UK Clinical Trial Finder: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/find-a-clinical-trial 

You can watch this episode on our YouTube page too: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEQKIUPHg8g.

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Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Chloe Warrilow and Emily Anderson as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 40).

Discussion about occupational therapy as a career, how they support patients and myths they wish people knew.

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1) consider your own workplace; do you have occupational therapist’s there? Are there any service users you work with who may benefit from occupational therapy input?

2) consider the need for MDT working within new service development; would occupational therapist’s fit into this service, and what patient outcomes could be improved with their involvement. 

3) reflect upon the need for holistic approaches to oncology care, and if there is anything you can do differently in your role to encompass this. 

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Links from podcast:

Occupational therapy in cancer rehabilitation: going beyond physical function in enabling activity and participation: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23809000.2018.1438844

Cancer Fatigue: https://www.rcot.co.uk/sites/default/files/OT-Cancer-fatigue-2015.pdf

Occupational Therapy for Adults With Cancer: Why It Matters: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4786355/

Royal College of Occupational Therapists: https://www.rcot.co.uk/

Occupational Therapy at Clatterbridge Cancer Centre: https://www.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk/patients/treatment-and-support/cancer-rehabilitation-and-support-team/crest-team/allied-healthcare-professionals/occupational-therapy

A 'Day in the Life' of our Occupational Therapy Team at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QHfVw5jjHEo

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Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Richard Baker as part of the Education and Workforce Development (part 39).

Discussion about radiotherapy engineering, importance of the role and benefits to patients.

To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 

1) reflect on the importance of engineers within a healthcare setting.

2) reflect on how you explain technical procedures to your patients. 

3) consider how you could support engineers in promoting their profession. 

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Links from podcast:

Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM): https://www.ipem.ac.uk/ 

Radiotherapy Physics Careers: https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/healthcare-science/roles-healthcare-science/physical-sciences-and-biomedical-engineering/radiotherapy-physics/radiotherapy-physics 

NHS Radiotherapy Engineering Apprenticeship Example: https://www.iop.org/careers-physics/your-future-with-physics/apprentice/george-stewart#gref  

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