In this episode James and Ben take a look at their own speciality of Anaesthesia.  They explain why they chose to work in this oft' overlooked and misunderstood speciality, what an anaesthetic involves and some of the basic principles about how anaesthesia actually works.  Expect magic, mystery and a dose of Harry Potter.

Today marks the last day of mental health awareness week.  With this in mind, and the mental health of the county affected by the COVID pandemic. Dr James and Ben discuss mental health with Dr Abhi Inglis, Psychiatrist.  We explore what mental health is, what affects it and how it has changed for many people in recent times.  We explore why it's OK to not be OK and the importance of looking after our own mental health as healthcare workers.  Anxiety and depression are common and Dr Inglis provides strategies to support you in managing your well-being and reaching out to help those around you. 

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With Coronavirus daily numbers falling, rumours suggest that lockdown measures may begin to be lifted.  Is this the right thing to do? Dr Ben and Dr James discuss the possible ways in which this could be done and the implications of it for the healthcare system.  Can we go back to work? Is it safe? Most importantly, when will McDonalds open?  

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Dr James and Dr Ben discuss 5 positives of the COVID Pandemic.  In the midst of battling the largest health crisis in our lifetime, they dive into how it has affected us individually, as communities, as healthcare workers, but also the National Health Service as a whole. Could it all be bad? In this episode we find out why despite the heartbreak and difficulties, this may change many of us for the better.

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COVID Intensive Care Units are alien and mystical places to many. We have all heard on the news about the sorts of patients that are on intensive care unwell with Coronavirus. Dr James and Dr Ben discuss which patients require looking after on the intensive care units, their ages and medical problems, and why it has caused them some worry. 

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The UK has extended Lockdown for 3 more weeks, whilst Trump and the USA are beginning to ease restrictions.  Is lockdown working? Are we right to extend lockdown, the Two Docs have a quick gas about their experiences, and tell you why you should continue to stay home, Protect the NHS, and Save Lives!

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Following the recent reporting of possible PPE shortages, James and Ben  discuss the realities of working in PPE on a COVID Intensive Care Unit.  What is it really like? 


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Quick Gas! We react to the prospect of donning Burberry PPE. Possible PPE Shortages have led to an NHS trust asking if they could contact designer labels about the prospect of them making PPE. 

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In this episode, we explore the trials and tribulations of working with ventilators, unpicking what all the fuss is about. Ben shares his story about patients getting better, and how that feels for us!

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In this episode, James gives you his take on the challenges and emotions of self isolating as a doctor.  The Two Docs discuss the current situation in their intensive care department and the impact that social distancing is having on this.

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