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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
  • A Conversation with Prof Pierre Foex and Prof Helen Higham

    A Conversation with Prof Pierre Foex and Prof Helen Higham
    Apr 20 2026

    Welcome to this series of podcasts devised by the RCoA Heritage and Archives Committee. In this episode, Pierre Foex and Helen Higham talk to Maria Rollin about their work together, the importance of good mentoring and Pierre's 50 year association with the College and 66 years association with anaesthesia.

    They also talk about the success of the Cardiac Disease and Anaesthesia Symposium, which has now been running for over 20 years.
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    39 mins
  • Global Emergency & Operative Care: Challenges and Opportunities

    Global Emergency & Operative Care: Challenges and Opportunities
    Mar 20 2026

    In this episode, Dr Eoin Dore speaks to Miss Rachel Hargest following her presentation at the Winter Symposium 2025, where she delivered the Webb Johnson Oration Award lecture: Challenges and Opportunities for Surgeons and Anaesthetists in Global Emergency, Critical and Operative Care.
    Miss Hargest shares what it really takes to deliver safe, effective surgery in low‑resource settings. From inventive problem‑solving and ethical challenges to strengthening anaesthetic and surgical training worldwide, this episode uncovers the realities, opportunities and big global health questions shaping care today. A fascinating conversation for anyone interested in global surgery, anaesthesia, and building sustainable healthcare systems.

    Recorded Friday 21 November 2025

    Related information:

    • RCS England-LSE Global Surgery Policy Unit - LSE
    • Miss Rachel Hargest Webb Johnson Oration 2025 presentation
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    48 mins
  • Living with MND: Andy’s Story

    Living with MND: Andy’s Story
    Mar 12 2026

    In this episode, Dr Andrew Vaughton, former Consultant Anaesthetist at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation, shares his experience following his 2021 Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis and subsequent medical retirement. Andy now focuses on MND awareness, fundraising, and promoting health and community support.

    He’s joined by his wife Dr Susanne Vaughton, a former GP who left medicine after Andy’s diagnosis to become a full‑time writer. Known to readers as Susie Tate, she now balances authorship with advocacy and family life.

    Together, Andy and Susie discuss their projects, their commitment to supporting MND charities, and how they’re using their time and platform to create meaningful impact. This episode highlights purposeful action, the strength of partnership, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful difference.

    Recorded Friday 21 November 2025

    Related information:

    • Guinness World Record: Longest Beach Touch Rugby Game | £100k Raised for MND
    • My Name’5 Doddie Foundation
    • Andy’s Army fundraiser for My Name'5 Doddie Foundation
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    44 mins
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