Pt 1: Dr Karan Rajan in Greenwich Park
Surgeon, lecturer and educator to 5 million people on TikTok, Dr Karan Rajan is joining Dr Alex for a beautiful snowy stomp in Greenwich Park.In part one, Karan and Alex share stories from long hours working in the hospital, the pressures and struggles Doctors and Nurses are constantly facing, and their thoughts on what needs to change in the NHS.You can follow Dr Karan on Instagram and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19 Des 202231min
Pt 2: Dr Karan Rajan on becoming a viral surgeon on TikTok
In this second part walking through the snowy grass of Greenwich Park, Dr Karan shares the story of how he decided to become a doctor, and how his social media career manifested through his love of educating and teaching. Dr Karan also talks about how doing drama at school helped him in both of his careers; and the difficulties of balancing his work as a doctor, social media and home life.You can follow Dr Karan on Instagram and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19 Des 202227min
Pt 3: Dr Karan’s advice on processing trauma
In the final part of this week’s ‘Snowcast’ in Greenwich Park, Dr Alex and Dr Karan discuss the stresses and pressures doctors often face at work, and how they manage them. They also talk about facing the fragility of life whilst at work and why it’s important to always be kind on social media. Dr Karan also brings his own health fact of the week! You can follow Dr Karan on Instagram and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19 Des 202222min
Pt 1: Lauren Mahon in Walthamstow Marshes
After being diagnosed with breast cancer at 31, Lauren Mahon was determined to use her story and voice to support others living with cancer.Lauren founded the charity GIRLvsCANCER, and co-hosted ‘You, Me and the Big C’ with her best friends, the late Deborah James, and Rachael Bland.In this first part, you’ll hear Lauren and Dr. Alex stomping around Walthamstow Marshes, talking about Laurens's diagnosis, how her new dog Raymond has given her a refreshed perspective on the world and how she copes with loss and grief.You can follow Lauren here and GIRLvsCANCER here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 Des 202228min
Pt 2: Lauren Mahon on supporting women with cancer
In this second part of this week's stomp, you’ll hear Lauren share how she’s made it her mission to be a support to those with cancer.Lauren shares her diagnosis and recovery story, explaining the impact cancer had on both her mind and body, as well as how her outlook on life has changed.She also shares why she set up GIRLvsCANCER and what it was like for her, Deborah James, and Rachael Bland to have been awarded a doctorate from the Institute of Cancer Research.You can follow Lauren here and GIRLvsCANCER here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 Des 202220min
Pt 3: Lauren Mahon on her lessons from burnout and trauma
As the sun started to set in Walthamstow Marshes, Dr. Alex and Lauren Mahon wrap up this week's episode by talking about mental health and cancer.Lauren discusses her life before cancer and how she mentally dealt with receiving her diagnosis and chemotherapy, her decision to restart taking the antidepressant Sertraline, and how her cancer journey has reshaped the way she now approaches life.You can follow Lauren here and GIRLvsCANCER here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 Des 202217min
Pt 1: Max Whitlock in Thorndon Country Park
Three-time gold medal gymnast, Max Whitlock, is joining Dr Alex on this week’s stomp in Thorndon Country Park.In part one, you’ll hear Max sharing how his life as a father has given him purpose and grounding, why having a routine is paramount to his mental wellness and how he prepares for the Olympics.You can follow Max here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5 Des 202223min
Pt 2: Max Whitlock on depression after winning gold
In this second part, you’ll hear Max and Dr Alex speaking about how Max became the most successful male gymnast in Olympic history on the pommel horse.Max discusses the journey of his career to date and how his mindset has shifted with each competition.He also opens up about how he suffered and dealt with depression after his gold medal in 2020.You can follow Max here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5 Des 202228min
