Dr. Doireann’s Podcast

Dr. Breffni Anglim O’Regan is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a Subspecialist in Urogynaecology and Pelvic Floor Reconstructive Surgery in the Coombe Women and Infants University Hospital. Dr. Anglim O’Regan explains the lifestyle changes that we can make to strengthen our pelvic floor and reduce severity of urinary incontinence as well as medical and surgical treatment options. You don’t have to suffer in silence with this very common women’s health condition.

Dr. Mick Crotty is an Irish GP with a special interest in Bariatric Medicine and founder of My Best Weight, a Leading Obesity Management Centre in Europe. In this episode, Dr. Crotty explains why there’s more to weight than “calories in vs. calories out”, how exactly weight management injections work, when Wegovy will be available in Ireland, why he and the team at My Best Weight view obesity as chronic disease to be managed just like any other illness, as well as explaining what exactly is meant by “Best Weight”.

Leading Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist in Ireland, Ms. Shalini Wiseman shares her passion for empowering women and explains why there’s a lot more to a healthy pelvic floor than doing kegels at the traffic lights! Shalini discusses her more considered and mindful approach to pelvic floor exercises, how she contributes to the management of pelvic floor health during and after pregnancy, urinary incontinence, pain during intercourse, endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain. Every woman needs to listen to this! 

Professor Barbara Ryan, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Tallaght University Hospital, one half of The Gut Experts and author of “What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Gut”  chats with me about…

-          the gut-brain-axis
-          why some people suffer from bloating and other don’t
-          how our breathing pattern determines how much we bloat…fascinating! 
-          why our gut microbiome is so important and every day steps we can take to support our gut health for overall health
-          whether or not probiotics are worth the hype
-          why you should NOT do high street food allergy tests
-          what exactly is the FLAT Gut Diet
-          Is the low FODMAP diet for IBS too restrictive 

Mr. Peter O’Leary explains the risk factors for breast cancer as well as the signs, symptoms, treatment and reconstruction options. This podcast is supported by Primark for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Dr. Vicky O'Dwyer, Obstetrician and Director of Gynaecology at The Rotunda Hospital, discussed the symptoms, diagnosis, fertility implications and treatment options of PCOS and Fibroids. 

Dr. Meredith Kinoshita, Paediatric SpR, discusses the benefits of breastfeeding as well as identifying ways we can support families who choose breastfeeding. Orla Dorgan, General Practice Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, gives practical advice on how to establish and maintain breastfeeding as well as tips and tricks for common pitfalls. 

Dr. Niamh Lynch, Consultant Paediatrician, describes the signs and symptoms of anxiety in children of different ages and how to speak to children about anxiety.

Dr. Deirdre Lundy explains perimenopause and menopause; the symptoms, the diagnosis, treatment and why it's so important for our physical and mental health. 

Dr. Hugh O'Connor, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at The Coombe Hospital in Dublin discusses symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and management of endometriosis as well as its impact on fertility, quality of life and pregnancy.