Compilation Episode Practical Tips for Parents Working in the NHS

Published: April 26, 2023, 6 a.m.

There\u2019s no doubt that the NHS is a unique and highly pressurised work environment.

To celebrate the launch of applications opening for our award-winning NHS Fellowship Programme we have handpicked some of the most thought provoking discussions from previous podcast episodes.

Each clip features an inspiring NHS Leader who has combined or is currently combining a big career with raising small children.

Topics covered include:

  • Advice on returning to work
  • Driving change and the gender pay gap in the NHS
  • Postnatal depression
  • Overcoming challenges
  • Guilt
  • Deciding when to have children
  • Flexible working in the NHS

Featured:
Dr. Susie Minson \u2013 Consultant Paediatrican (Series 1, Episode 1)
Professor Jane Dacre \u2013 Emeritus Professor of UCL Medical School (Series 1, Episode 6)
Dr. Geraldine Strathdee OBE \u2013 National Clinical Director for Mental Health, NHS England (Series 2, Episode 12)
Dr. Suhana Ahmed \u2013 Clinical Director \u2013 Older People\u2019s Mental Health Service & Consultant Psychiatrist (Series 3, Episode 25)
Dr. Becky Maxwell \u2013 Emergency Medicine Consultant & Deputy Medical Director (Series 3, Episode 41)
Dr. Karen Squires \u2013 A&E Consultant (Series 6, Episode 95)
Kate Jarman \u2013 co-founder of Flex NHS and Director of Corporate Affairs (Series 7, Episode 100)

Applications are now open for our award-winning NHS Fellowship until 11 July. Find out more.

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