In this episode, Dr Jackson shares his advice on how nutrition, exercise, and sunlight exposure can support your mood, metabolism, and immune health through the darker months.

Dr Jackson explains how to strengthen your immune system through Vitamin D, flu vaccination, and comprehensive health checks, helping you reduce your risk of winter infections like flu and COVID-19.

Weight management has entered a new era. For many, weight loss has long been associated with diets and willpower, but science now recognises obesity as a chronic medical condition, one that requires ongoing care, just like high blood pressure or diabetes.

In our latest podcast episode, Dr Sonali Dasgupta shares her expert perspective on modern weight loss treatments, the science behind them, and what the future may hold for patients seeking long-term, sustainable results.

This month, Dr Cemile Maden joined our podcast to talk about common vulval conditions, how they present, how they’re treated, and why early diagnosis can make such a difference.

We’re delighted to welcome Dr Cemile Maden to the My Specialist GP team.

With over 10 years’ experience as a GP, Dr Maden is a true generalist who values building long-term relationships with her patients. She joins us with a particular focus on women’s health with specialist training and qualifications, offering expert care in contraception and beyond.She joins with Miss Rosie Grainger in offering Gynae procedures to our patients.

In a recent conversation, Dr Ashby shares practical insights on gut health, IBS, fibre, and how simple at-home tests like can help investigate symptoms such as changes in bowel habits or fatigue. It’s an open, reassuring discussion that highlights when to seek advice and how we, as your GPs, can support you.

Headaches are common, but proper diagnosis isn’t. Dr Richard Wood explains what’s often missed in GP consultations and what you can do next.

Menopause isn’t just about hot flushes—it affects everything from brain function to bone density. In this episode, Dr Clare Ashby breaks down how hormone levels shift in perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms can fluctuate unpredictably, and how modern HRT is safer and more effective than ever. She also explores why some women struggle to tolerate HRT, the role of histamine intolerance, and the impact of lifestyle factors like nutrition and exercise. If you’ve been wondering whether HRT is right for you, or how to navigate the transition into menopause, this episode is a must-listen.

Hormones control more than just your period—they shape your energy, mood, metabolism, and overall well-being. In this episode, Dr Clare Ashby explains the role of oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in a woman’s cycle, from puberty to menopause. She discusses why some women struggle with heavy periods in their teenage years, how hormonal contraceptives can impact overall health, and why symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, and weight gain are often tied to underlying imbalances. If you’ve ever felt that your body isn’t working quite right, this episode will help you understand why—and what you can do about it.

The subject of this podcast is a fascinating insight into Polycystic Ovarian syndrome (PCOS) affecting some women.

Metabolic health is how well your body processes food and sugar and generates and uses energy. It's a complex system that's based on many factors, some of which you can influence and others that are set. Being aware of your metabolic health can help you change your health and in the ideal world prevent the development of diabetes.