Doctors Decoded

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Hosted by Healthcare Group Chairman Dr Nick Dunn, Doctors Decoded explores the health topics impacting islanders through conversations with the people shaping health and healthcare in Guernsey. From prevention and wellbeing to diagnosis, treatment and living with long-term conditions, each episode tackles a different area of health. In a time of information overload, Doctors Decoded cuts through the noise, helping listeners make sense of the topics affecting their health and wellbeing. Alongside practical advice and expert insight, Nick gets to know the people behind the roles, uncovering what drives their work, their perspectives on healthcare, and what makes them tick.

Episodes

  1. 13h ago

    Rethinking Weight Management with Dr Sally Richardson

    Dr Nick Dunn is joined by Dr Sally Richardson, a GP who runs a weight management clinic in Guernsey, to explore how our understanding of obesity has changed, and why it matters for patients. Around 57% of adults in Guernsey are overweight or obese, and the World Health Organization now classifies obesity as a disease in its own right. Nick and Sally discuss how this shift is changing the way obesity is viewed and talked about, moving away from ideas of willpower and blame towards a better understanding of the biology behind it. Sally explains the science behind why some people struggle to keep weight off even with a good diet and active lifestyle, and discusses what's now widely known as "food noise". She also talks candidly about prescribing weight loss medications, including who they're suitable for and the side effects patients should know about. Nick draws on his own interest in sports medicine, and they discuss why protecting muscle mass matters during weight loss and what patients can do about it. The conversation also touches on the shame many patients feel after years of trying to lose weight, and how GPs can raise the subject sensitively. Sally shares a bit of her own story too. She explains how, growing up in a family of doctors, medicine felt like an obvious choice, and talks about her path from A&E training to working as a registrar in the British Virgin Islands – including covering some of the private islands. She then talks about what brought her to Guernsey, and why the island's close-knit, continuity-based general practice suits her so well after the faster pace of working in London. -------- If you’ve been struggling with your weight, or any of the topics discussed in this episode resonated with you, speak to your GP. They can talk through your concerns and discuss the support and treatment options that may be right for you. www.healthcare.gg Got a question for Dr Nick Dunn? Send us a message

    Rethinking Weight Management with Dr Sally Richardson

  2. Jul 15

    Endometriosis, PMOS and Feeling Heard with Miss Lauren Green

    Dr Nick Dunn is joined by Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Miss Lauren Green to discuss two common but often misunderstood conditions: endometriosis and Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), previously known as PCOS. Lauren explains why endometriosis can be so hard to diagnose, the symptoms that shouldn't just be accepted as part of having periods, and what treatment can look like across primary and specialist care. She also talks about why women so often grow up believing that living with pain is normal. Nick and Lauren also unpack what's behind the PMOS name change. Lauren explains how insulin resistance can make weight loss metabolically more difficult, and talks about the physical and emotional impact the condition can have. We hear how, for Lauren, taking the time to really listen so patients feel heard is often the first step towards managing symptoms and protecting long-term health. Nick also finds out what brought Lauren back to Guernsey after training in the UK, why continuity of care is one of the most rewarding parts of her job, and how she unwinds outside the consulting room. -------- If this conversation sounds familiar, or you’re experiencing any of the symptoms discussed, don’t put off seeking advice. Book an appointment with your GP to discuss your concerns and the treatment options available. www.healthcare.gg www.msg.gg Got a question for Dr Nick Dunn? Send us a message

    Endometriosis, PMOS and Feeling Heard with Miss Lauren Green

  3. Jun 24

    Understanding Prostate and Bladder Health with Mr Owen Cole

    Dr Nick Dunn sits down with Medical Specialist Group Consultant Urologist Mr Owen Cole to discuss some of the most common urinary and prostate symptoms experienced by men, including frequent trips to the toilet during the night, and why they shouldn’t simply be dismissed as a normal part of ageing. In this episode, they explore prostate and bladder health, the symptoms that may need further investigation, treatment options available in Guernsey, and the lifestyle changes that can make a real difference. They also discuss when to seek help, what to expect from an assessment, and why seeking advice early can often lead to better outcomes. The conversation goes beyond medicine too, as Nick and Owen chat about music, local bands, the Eisteddfod and life outside the consulting room. -------- If this conversation sounds familiar, or you’re experiencing any of the symptoms discussed, don’t put off seeking advice. Book an appointment with your GP to discuss your concerns and the treatment options available. www.healthcare.gg Got a question for Dr Nick Dunn? Send us a message

    Understanding Prostate and Bladder Health with Mr Owen Cole
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Hosted by Healthcare Group Chairman Dr Nick Dunn, Doctors Decoded explores the health topics impacting islanders through conversations with the people shaping health and healthcare in Guernsey. From prevention and wellbeing to diagnosis, treatment and living with long-term conditions, each episode tackles a different area of health. In a time of information overload, Doctors Decoded cuts through the noise, helping listeners make sense of the topics affecting their health and wellbeing. Alongside practical advice and expert insight, Nick gets to know the people behind the roles, uncovering what drives their work, their perspectives on healthcare, and what makes them tick.

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  • Creator
    Healthcare Group
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Doctors Decoded
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