Skin Deep

Nov 18 2024 14 ep. 23 mins 1

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Do you have questions you’re itching to ask your healthcare professional about your skin condition? Welcome to Skin Deep, podcasts hosted by Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson, two experienced GPs with a special interest in Dermatology. Throughout the podcast episodes, they will address some of the questions and concerns they have been presented with during their time in practice. From eczema to psoriasis, acne to rosacea, they will look at the causes, symptoms, and life impacts these conditions have on their patients. As they explore each skin condition, Dr Moncrieff and Dr Henderson will be sharing practical tips and advice to help you manage your skin condition, and all in these bite-sized 20-30 minute episodes. Join us on this journey to empower you with the knowledge, confidence and practical tips to take control of your skin health. For feedback, questions you’d like answered, and episode suggestions, please email [email protected]

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Combatting modern threats to skin health

Nov 18 2024 11 mins

Your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson explore the challenges our skin faces in today’s environment and share practical ways to protect it. From understanding what makes our skin vulnerable to the impact of modern habits, they cover essential insights into achieving healthier skin. Key takeaways: Environmental impacts: how central heating, air conditioning, and f

Skin Health 101: Peeling back the layers

Nov 04 2024 10 mins

A must-listen for those who want to dive deeper into understanding how their skin works. From the protective role of the skin to its intricate structure, this episode sets the scene for what we need to do to protect this large organ. In addition, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson, also touch on the psychological impact of living with skin conditions like acne an

Eczema (Part 2) - Are you treating your eczema the way your skin wants?

Sep 23 2024 26 mins

Do you have eczema-prone skin? Tune in to this episode to hear Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson discuss three important areas of eczema management; the treatments, the lifestyle changes and how to prevent flare-ups. Your two dermatology experts will also cover: How to wash your eczema-prone skin What to do if your eczema is infected How you can keep track of your eczema

Eczema (Part 1) - So you think you know about eczema?

Sep 09 2024 19 mins

In this eczema 101 episode, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson answer: What is atopic eczema? What is the skin barrier? Do you need to take antibiotics when you have an eczema flare? What are the symptoms of eczema? How does eczema impact someone’s wellbeing? What does eczema look like? How is eczema diagnosed? What are common eczema triggers? Thank you to our kind spo

Topical Steroid Concerns (Part 2) - Concerned about your topical steroid? Ask, and then ask again!

Aug 26 2024 34 mins

“I think the biggest thing emotionally is, you're valid. You are seen. You are going through what you are going through. If a doctor says otherwise, know that you are not alone in that. There's a community behind you.” - Briana Banos In this extended episode, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson will be discussing Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), also known a

Topical Steroid Concerns (Part 1) - The good, the bad and the ugly

Aug 12 2024 15 mins

“...some people are concerned about topical steroids and I believe rightly so. And for some people, not only do they not work all that well, but they can actually cause quite dramatic and devastating inflammation in the skin.” Dr George Moncrieff In this 15-minute podcast, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson will discuss some of the problems associated with t

Psoriasis (Part 2) - The A-Z of managing psoriasis

Jul 29 2024 24 mins

Do you ever wonder if you are managing your psoriasis in the best way? This episode will give you a comprehensive overview of what treatments are available for your GP to prescribe to you. Listen along to also hear: The general lifestyle principles you should be applying at home Why it’s important to get your psoriasis under control, quickly Which areas are tricky to treat, i

Psoriasis (Part 1) - Head, Elbows, Knees and Toes

Jul 15 2024 26 mins

In the first episode of this two-part topic, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson give you a complete guide to psoriasis, answering: What is psoriasis? Who gets psoriasis? Why does psoriasis occur in different groups of people? How is psoriasis diagnosed? What is the impact of psoriasis on someone’s mental wellbeing? What it means when doctors say ‘psoriasis i

Melanomas (Part 2) - Malignant Melanomas: How Doctors Spot Them

Jul 01 2024 25 mins

If you go and sit in front of your doctor and say, “would you have a look at this skin lesion doc? I'm a bit worried about it” what will they say and what will they be looking for? In this episode, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson answer these questions by discussing... The current approach to spotting and diagnosing a melanoma, ABCD Dr George Moncrieff�

Melanomas (Part 1) - Melanomas: Risks, Reality and You

Jun 17 2024 39 mins

Are you at risk of developing a melanoma? Dr George Moncrieff explains how “one episode of severe sunburn doubles your lifetime risk of melanoma. And using a sunbed ever, just using it once, increases your risk by 20%. And...in young people, in people under 35, that risk is actually increased by 59%.” Listen to this episode where Dr Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson delve into