Sep 15, 2022The unexpected roles we are givenby Franziska König-Paratore This introductory article is part of a series of reflections on how the diagnosis of a parent with a life-threatening illness affects their children and how families cope with the challenges of adjusting to the new situation. …Chronic Illness7 min readChronic Illness7 min read
Dec 15, 2021Equality, diversity, and inclusion the workplace — advice and resources from an HR professionalby Yvette Court A workplace encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion can help: 1. make it more successful 2. keep employees happy and motivated 3. prevent serious or legal issues arising, such as bullying, harassment and discrimination 4. to better serve a diverse range of customers 5. improve ideas and problem-solving …3 min read3 min read
Feb 8, 2021Mass spectrometry: How this important research tool is used in a clinical settingby Anna Lodge — Mass spectrometry may be a technique you only vaguely remember from your chemistry A-levels. Although you may not have thought much about it since then, mass spectrometry is now one of biomedicine’s most powerful imaging methods. …Mass Spectrometry3 min readMass Spectrometry3 min read
Dec 11, 2020Meeting Greg Wiseby Anna Lodge — Stgilesmedical is currently making two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ conversations, because it’s important to talk about what matters now and in the future. Along our journey of making two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ conversations, Stgilesmedical had the pleasure of speaking to Greg Wise, a well-known actor. He kindly invited the team to his gorgeous London home, where we remained COVID-19-safe by wearing masks and keeping a distance.What Matters To You1 min readWhat Matters To You1 min read
Dec 11, 2020Meeting Andy Burnhamby Anna Lodge — Stgilesmedical is currently making two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ conversations, because it’s important to talk about what matters now and in the future. While making two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ conversations, Stgilesmedical sought the voice of a politician. Andy Burnham, the mayor of Manchester…What Matters To You1 min readWhat Matters To You1 min read
Dec 11, 2020Meeting Sacha and Rufusby Anna Lodge — Stgilesmedical is currently making two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ conversations, because it’s important to talk about what matters now and in the future. During the making of two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ conversations, Stgilesmedical visited Sacha and her son, Rufus, at their farm in…Palliative Care1 min readPalliative Care1 min read
Dec 11, 2020Meeting Lucy Wattsby Anna Lodge — Stgilesmedical is currently making two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ conversations, because it’s important to talk about what matters now and in the future. While Stgilesmedical is making two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ …What Matters To You1 min readWhat Matters To You1 min read
Nov 20, 2020Planes, trains and automobiles: Making the ‘What Matters to You’ filmsby Anna Lodge — Stgilesmedical is currently making two films to encourage ‘what matters to you?’ conversations. In the UK, we’re not good at sharing our hopes, fears, or goals. This sharing can be particularly important towards the end of life, and, as the current pandemic has shown, opportunities are often missed. The films…What Matters To You2 min readWhat Matters To You2 min read
Oct 19, 2020Mistrust in the healthcare system — everyone’s a criticby Jodie Syner — How mistrust challenges the healthcare system, and what we can do about it. At one time or another, each and every one of us has relied on our healthcare services — be it by visiting our local GP with the flu, community pharmacist for painkillers, or doctors and nurses during…Healthcare3 min readHealthcare3 min read
Jul 2, 2020A PhD from Oxford — what next?by Rahel Lewin — I’ve successfully completed my PhD in neurosciences at the University of Oxford, and am now contemplating my future. Here are some personal reflections that may help others. Roughly 25,000 graduate students complete their doctorate per year in the UK. When consulting with friends, I’ve found that many PhD students in…Medical Communications3 min readMedical Communications3 min read
