Let's Talk - With Mel Pickup

Mel Pickup - In Conversation at BTHFT
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Mel Pickup is Chief Executive of Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust. In this podcast series, she sits down with colleagues and partners, from across the trust and the wider community, to find out more about them and their contributions to the health and wellbeing of people in Bradford. 

  1. Beyond the Physical: Supporting Mental Wellbeing in Cancer Care

    20 FEB

    Beyond the Physical: Supporting Mental Wellbeing in Cancer Care

    Beginning with the powerful reflections of a patient, this episode explores the reality that cancer is not just a physical journey, but a deeply emotional and psychological one. Merry and Mandy discuss what happens in the moments after a diagnosis, the weight of uncertainty, and why the end of treatment can sometimes feel harder than the beginning. They share how Bradford’s Cancer Psychology service works alongside Clinical Nurse Specialists to support patients and families through some of the most difficult conversations of their lives — from treatment decisions and fear of recurrence to palliative care and what a “good death” really means. This is an open and compassionate discussion about living with uncertainty, the importance of communication, and the quiet but vital role psychological support plays in cancer care.

    20 min

  2. 23 ENE

    Meena and Razwana Bashir

    Discover an inspiring story which is not just a reflection on Meena and Razwana's careers but a reminder of what belonging in the NHS can really look like.

    22 min
  3. Winter Health

    21/11/2025

    Winter Health

    With Flu and other respiratory illnesses already on the rise across the country, Dr Saralaya discusses how vaccination remains one of the best ways to protect ourselves, our families and our patients.

    16 min
  4. Organ Donation

    24/10/2025

    Organ Donation

    Join Mel Pickup, Chief Executive of Bradford Teaching Hospitals, for a conversation with David Burtle, Clinical Lead for Organ Donation and Consultant Anaesthetist working across ICU and our operating theatres. David sheds light on the vital topic of organ donation, the incredible difference it can make, and why open, honest conversations about donation matter more than ever.Discover how organ donation transforms lives, and why raising awareness and understanding is key to helping more patients receive the gift of life.

    15 min
  5. Health on the High Street

    19/09/2025

    Health on the High Street

    Join Mel Pickup, Chief Executive of Bradford Teaching Hospitals, for a conversation with Iain Macbeath, Strategic Director of Health and Wellbeing at Bradford Council, as he introduces the groundbreaking Health on the High Street initiative. Inspired by Barnsley’s successful model, the scheme aims to bring NHS services such as outpatient clinics, diagnostics, and minor procedures into accessible city-centre spaces like shopping centres.Discover how Bradford is leading the way in rethinking healthcare delivery, and why making care more accessible, efficient, and humane could shape the future of the NHS.

    17 min
  6. 10 Year Health Plan

    22/08/2025

    10 Year Health Plan

    Join Mel Pickup, Chief Executive of Bradford Teaching Hospitals, for a conversation with Matthew Walmsley, Physiotherapist, who shares how his team is already helping to turn the vision of the NHS’ new 10 Year Plan into reality. From shifting care closer to home, to a focus on prevention and the adoption of digital tools, Matthew highlights how these changes are already improving patient care and shaping the future of the NHS.

    23 min
  7. Volunteers

    18/07/2025

    Volunteers

    Join Mel Pickup, Chief Executive of Bradford Teaching Hospitals, for a conversation with Clare Bancroft, Head of Volunteering, and David Goodwin, one of our amazing volunteers here at the Trust, as they explore the vital role volunteers play in supporting patients, staff, and services. From personal stories to behind-the-scenes insights, this episode celebrates the power of giving time, the difference it makes in our hospital community, and how you can get involved.

    19 min
  8. Thrive Conference - Panel Session 2

    20/06/2025

    Thrive Conference - Panel Session 2

    In this special episode, Chief Executive Mel Pickup hosts a powerful conversation recorded live at the 2025 Thrive Conference, centred on the theme "Belonging Throughout the Ages: Past, Present & Future."Join us for an inspiring conversation exploring how we lead with belonging at the heart of everything we do — and how a strong sense of belonging helps us build resilient, effective teams.Dr Saman Khan, Medical Director of Operations, and Faye Alexander, Head of Education, will share their insights on the role of belonging in shaping inclusive leadership, fostering team cohesion, and supporting staff at every stage of their journey in the NHS.

    14 min
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Mel Pickup is Chief Executive of Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust. In this podcast series, she sits down with colleagues and partners, from across the trust and the wider community, to find out more about them and their contributions to the health and wellbeing of people in Bradford. 

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    Mel Pickup - In Conversation at BTHFT
  • Años de actividad
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodios
    35
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