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Bedside Manners
Real stories. Expert insight. Honest conversations about health.
- Celebrity guests share their health journeys
- With Dr Oscar Duke, GP and TV medic
- Expert advice from leading HCA UK consultants
Bedside Manners
About the show
Bedside Manners is a podcast about how people adapt, overcome and move forward through health challenges.
In each episode, Dr Oscar Duke is joined by a special guest who shares their personal experience of living with a health condition, from everyday concerns to life-changing diagnoses. Together, they explore how those experiences have shaped their lives.
Plus, there’s expert insight from leading HCA UK consultants on hand to answer key questions, give clarity and dispel myths about a whole range of medical issues.
Oscar Duke is a GP, author of How to Be a Dad, and a regular on BBC Morning Live. As the host of Bedside Manners, he brings genuine warmth and insight to conversations about health and wellbeing.
The incredible roll call of guests from the first season includes: actress Miriam Margolyes, comedian and presenter Paul Whitehouse, Strictly Come Dancing’s Aljaž Škorjanec, TOWIE star Chloe Meadows, TV presenter Lorraine Kelly and her daughter - writer Rosie Smith, wheelchair basketball player and presenter Ade Adepitan, journalist and TV host Julia Bradbury, journalist Mark Mardell, retired High Court judge Sir Nicholas Mostyn, radio and TV personality Jenny Powell and Traitors finalist Leanne Quigley.
Oscar and his guests cover a wide range of health topics including fertility, menopause, Parkinson’s, breast cancer, heart disease, digestive conditions, skin conditions and more, through real-life stories and expert discussion.
As the sponsor of Bedside Manners, we work with Dr Oscar Duke and production company Pixiu to bring expert medical insight into each episode, with expert consultants helping to answer the questions that matter most.
Hear from leading experts about a range of conditions
Get answers to the most important health questions
New guests and conversations every week
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Bedside Manners podcast
Looking for help?
If you’ve been affected by a condition discussed on the podcast and would like to find out more, you can visit our specialist services below.
Cardiac care
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Digestive health
The skilled multi-disciplinary teams at our digestive health hub have been helping patients with their digestive health for over 20 years and are equipped to treat the full range of gut health and gastrointestinal conditions, supported by consultant-led care.
Dermatology
Our dermatology department specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the skin, hair and nails, from common problems such as eczema, acne and rosacea through to complex skin cancers.
Fertility and reproductive medicine
Lister Fertility Clinic is one of the leading private fertility treatment centres in the UK, running IVF treatment and fertility clinics across London that are amongst the most successful in the country.
Neurology and Neurosurgery
Here at HCA UK we have a global reputation for successfully managing and treating the most challenging neurological conditions. With the best minds, theatres and intensive care units, along with specialist nursing teams, we are able to provide acute care for all our patients.
Orthopaedics and spinal care
Our leading orthopaedic specialists offer fully personalised care for everything from sports injuries and spinal conditions to joint replacements. With appointments in as little as 24 hours.
Women's health
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Bedside manners FAQs
If something you’ve heard resonates with you, you can speak to one of our specialists. You can ask your GP for a referral or choose to self-refer, with options to book online or call us directly to arrange an appointment.
Bedside Manners is designed for a general audience, with open and honest conversations about health. Some episodes may cover sensitive topics, and some of the guests occasionally use language best described as colourful, so we advise listener discretion.
Yes, you can. The consultants who contribute to the podcast are part of the HCA Healthcare UK network. You can find a specialist and book an appointment online by visiting our consultant finder here.
In many cases, you can self-refer to one of our consultants without needing a GP referral. However, if you’re using private health insurance, your insurer may require a referral.
If something you’ve heard resonates with you, it’s a good idea to speak to a GP or specialist. Early advice and assessment can help you better understand your symptoms and decide on the next steps. If you’re unsure, get in touch with our team – they’ll be happy to help.