What is an SHO (senior house officer)? ‘SHO’ – is an old term (though still in use!) for a junior hospital doctor in training in the UK, Ireland and other countries. It typically meant years 2-4 after medical school qualification. During this period SHO doctors rotate (change) ward or role every 4 months, making 12 […]
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What is a chest (respiratory) physician – and what do they do? A chest physician – also known as a pulmonologist – is a hospital-baser doctor who specialises in lung and other respiratory conditions. They are not surgeons and don’t do operations. They diagnose and treat diseases of the respiratory system. In addition to your […]
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What is a gastroenterologist – and what do they do? A gastroenterologist is a type of hospital-based doctor called a physician. Physician are not surgeons and don’t do operations. They specialise in diseases that affect the digestive system. This includes the gastrointestinal (GI) tract (oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum and anus) as well […]
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What is a cardiologist – and what do they do? Cardiologists are a type of physician. This means they are a hospital-based doctor (who does not do operations). They have had extra training in preventing, diagnosing and treating heart conditions. They are experts on the heart muscle itself (and how it works) and the arteries […]
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What is a urologist – and what do they do? Urologists are a type of hospital-based surgeon. They are experts in the surgical treatment (including operations) of diseases of the urinary tract, including: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) Kidney stones Bladder and prostate problems – including problems with urination (passing wee) Congenital urinary abnormalities – i.e. from birth Erectile dysfunction Kidney, […]
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What is a nephrologist and what do they do? Nephrologists are a type of physician. A physician is a hospital-based doctor that does not do operations (like a surgeon). There are many different types of physician. But nephrologists are experts in the medical (i.e. non surgical) treatment of kidney diseases, including: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) – diagnosing […]
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Medical history taking – 3 top tips It’s all about African elephants Taking a medical history is a skill. In fact it is a doctor’s most important skill. Unfortunately it takes a long (long) time to develop this skill. Why is it so important? It’s because 80% of the diagnosis is in the history (+10% […]
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Which hospital should I go to? The nearest one. Maybe. This is what most people do. But would you keep going to the same mechanic who didn’t fix your car properly? No, exactly! All hospitals have the same objectives, which are to heal and preserve the life of patients. Yet, some hospitals may not have […]
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Which country has the highest rate of chronic disease? The U.S.A. This is nothing to be proud of. It is especially surprising if you consider the following information. In fact, the U.S. has the highest rate of chronic disease in the world; partly due to an obesity rate that is two times higher than the […]
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How do I change my GP (general practitioner)? It is quite easy actually. First of all, yes you can. All general practices are not the same. And not all patients and doctors get on. You may have a problem with the GPs in your local general practice, and do not like their manner or style. Some […]
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