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Anaesthesia on Air

Anaesthesia on Air

Written by: Royal College of Anaesthetists
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Anaesthesia on Air is the Podcast from the Royal College of Anaesthetists. The Royal College of Anaesthetists is the professional body responsible for the speciality throughout the UK.

We are the third largest Medical Royal College in the UK by membership. With a combined membership of 23,000 fellows and members, we ensure the quality of patient care by safeguarding standards in the three specialities of anaesthesia, intensive care and pain medicine.

We are always looking for new content, so if you have any ideas, or would like to get involved, please contact us at: education-content.



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Episodes
  • Marathon running

    Marathon running
    Oct 8 2026
    In this episode, Dr Eoin Dore interviews Dr Todd Leckie following his talk at Anaesthesia 2026 on marathon runners. They discuss the physiological extremes that marathon runners undergo discussing issues they can experience such as hyperthermia and the best methods to cool them down.
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    25 mins
  • Applying consent law in clinical practice

    Applying consent law in clinical practice
    Aug 12 2026
    In this episode of our new ethics and law podcast series, host Paul McConnell is joined by Sevim Ahmet, Legal Director at Fieldfisher and member of the RCoA Ethics Committee, to unpack one of the most important and often misunderstood aspects of clinical practice: consent. Together, they explore how the legal principles of landmark cases such as Montgomery and McCulloch apply in real-world healthcare settings, discussing patient autonomy, material risk, trainee involvement, capacity, and the realities of obtaining informed consent under time pressure. Through practical examples and insights from the courtroom, this engaging conversation offers clinicians valuable guidance on navigating complex consent discussions while highlighting the crucial role of clear communication and robust documentation.
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    29 mins
  • The ethical and legal basis for consent

    The ethical and legal basis for consent
    Jul 23 2026

    In the first episode of this new ethics and law podcast series, Dr Paul McConnell is joined by healthcare law expert Dr Anna Nelson to explore one of the most fundamental principles in healthcare: consent.

    Together, they discuss why consent is far more than a signed form, examining the legal, ethical, and practical issues that shape informed decision-making. From landmark cases such as Montgomery to the challenges of capacity, communication, coercion, and risk disclosure, this episode offers a thought-provoking introduction to patient-centred care and the evolving legal landscape of consent.

    An essential listen for anyone interested in ethics, law, anaesthesia, intensive care, and modern clinical practice.
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    53 mins
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