Episode 6: Reflecting on Gastro pt. 2 - with Dr Philip Smith

Continuing our conversation with Dr Philip Smith, we get into the controversial topics of gastro training, and some of his objections to decisions that have been made by leadership figures in the profession.

Episode 5: Reflecting on Gastro pt. 1 - with Dr Philip Smith

In our next pair of episodes we'll be hearing from Dr Philip Smith, covering a range of topics from his own personal experiences in gastroenterology to the state of the profession now. He is a retired consultant luminal gastroenterologist, and when not hosting podcasts of his own at the Gut and Frontline Gastroenterology journals, dedicates much of his energy to academia and training. In this first part he tells us about his path into gastro, the numerous challenges he has faced, and the varied roles he now occupies.

Episode 4: Registrar Training pt. 2 - More Top Tips!

We're back with more registrar training tips from those who've been there themselves. Hear a selection of strategies for these topics and more:
- Finding a network within your placement.
- Consolidating and verifying your learnings.
- Improving your time efficiency.
- Uncovering resources from those in the know.

Episode 3: Registrar Training pt. 1 - Top Tips

It's a new year, and this episode we're looking ahead to the start of gastroenterology and hepatology registrar training. Anyone facing this will know that there's a lot to consider, and so we have a two-part series covering a wide range of topics, including:
- How to approach the critical stage of choosing a speciality.
- Balancing reg training with wider life goals, like family planning.
- Strategic advice for keeping organised and hitting the ground running.
- How to look after your team as well as your patients.

Episode 2: The BSG Live Experience pt. 2 - Trainees

Following on from speaking to consultants last episode, we finish our mini-series on BSG Live by chatting to some of the trainees in attendance in Liverpool this year. We hear about the social side of the conference, as well as the priceless learning opportunities found and career insight gained.

Episode 1: The BSG LIVE Experience pt. 1 – Consultants

Join us for the inaugural episode of our new podcast season, where we delve into the BSG Live 2023 event in Liverpool. In this 2-part series, Gastroenterologists come together to share their invaluable insights and experiences of this event. In this first part we speak to consultants, to get their perspective on the conference and hear their memories of previous editions over the years.

Season 2 Trailer

The BSG Trainees Podcast is back! Your new hosts, Sonika Sethi and Rohith Kumar, will be bringing you new episodes over the coming months, so subscribe on SoundCloud if you don’t want to miss out.