The National Respiratory Audit Programme (NRAP), is a project in England and Wales that aims to improve the quality of care for patients with respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD. In this episode, Dr Charlie Addy is joined by the senior clinical lead at NRAP, Professor Tom Wilkinson. They discuss his role and how NRAP supports clinicians and patients across England and Wales. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of thei...

Mesothelioma is a rare type of lung cancer, typically caused by Asbestos inhalation and commonly starting in the lining around the lungs.  Join our host Professor Robin Condliffe as he chats with Professor Dean Fennell to discuss the exciting developments in treatment and genetic testing. Professor Fennell, Director of the Mesothelioma Research Programme at the University of Leicester, is the world’s leading researcher in the field of mesothelioma, linking scientific discovery to practi...

In 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic hit the global population, causing lockdowns and economic instability, overwhelming hospitals and healthcare workers, and resulting in over 7 million deaths to date. In this episode Dr Charlie Addy sits down with distinguished respiratory physician and immunologist Professor Peter Openshaw CBE to discuss the lessons learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic, future pandemic preparations and how to better protect patients and healthcare systems. The views expressed by gu...

COPD is the second most common cause for hospital admission and the third leading cause of death worldwide. Our host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks with Professor Nick Hart to discuss barriers to treatment and the latest research in this debilitating disease. Professor Hart is a renowned clinical and research leader who directed the critical care response to the COVID-19 pandemic as the primary respiratory physician to the previous prime minister, Boris Johnson. The views expres...

Welcome to Part Two of our exciting two-part Summer Meeting special episode. Hosts Dr Charlie Addy and Professor Robin Condliffe are joined by Dr Karl Sylvester and Dr William McConnell in person at the Manchester Convention Complex. Join for a conversation on the role of the healthcare scientist, followed by a dive into tech and integrated care in Dorset. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of Re...

In Part One of our exciting 2-part Summer Meeting special episode, hosts Dr Charlie Addy and Professor Robin Condliffe speak to 2 incredible guests in person at the 2025 Summer Meeting. You will hear a discussion of harm reduction in tobacco dependency with Professor Caitlin Notley and a look to the role of a Training Programme Director with Dr Hilary Tedd. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of Respi...

In this episode of the Respiratory Futures Podcast, we are joined by Professor Jenni Quint to discuss the launch of the new Respiratory Data Science Catalyst. Professor Quint highlights the importance of improving how respiratory health data is collected, linked, and analysed to better understand diseases like asthma, COPD, and ILD. The Catalyst aims to transform the use of health data in respiratory research, enabling faster, smarter insights to support prevention, earlier diagnosis, a...

When a respiratory patient moves from in-patient to home-based care, support is required from the breadth of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that the transition is smooth and patient focused. Join us as we chat with Pearlene Antoine-Pitterson about the importance of a diverse and co-ordinated care plan, and the challenges faced when weaning patients with complex ventilation. Pearlene Antoine-Pitterson is a Respiratory Physiotherapist and Chair of the BTS Critical Care, Respi...

In this episode, we speak with Professor Onn Min Kon about the evolving landscape of tuberculosis (TB) in the UK. As an expert in respiratory medicine, he shares insights including the key challenges, recent developments and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and social inequalities on TB care. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of Respiratory Futures or the British Thoracic Society. Follow us on social m...

In this episode of the Respiratory Futures Podcast, Dr Martin Allen, British Thoracic Society Trustee and national respiratory lead for GIRFT - Getting it Right First Time, joins Professor Robin Condliffe to discuss the importance of coding and tariffs in respiratory care. Dr Allen shares his journey into respiratory medicine, what fuels his passion for the specialty, and his current priorities as BTS lead for coding in respiratory care. He explains key concepts such as coding activity and Na...

In this episode Dr Laura-Jane Smith, BTS Sustainability lead, and Consultant Respiratory Physician at King’s College Hospital discusses the impacts of climate change on respiratory health and what steps respiratory clinicians can take to overcome barriers to sustainability. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of Respiratory Futures or the British Thoracic Society. Follow us on social media to stay up to dat...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr Haval Balata as we explore the goals and workings of the Targeted Lung Health Check pilots. Dr Balata discusses why screening is critical, highlighting its role in prevention over treatment, the barriers to implementation, and the alarming rates of lung cancer in the UK. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of Respiratory Futures or the British Thora...

In this Episode, host Dr Charlie Addy speaks to four incredible guests in person at the Winter Meeting. You will hear a summary of the Winter Meeting with outgoing chair Professor James Chalmers and a look to the future with new President Professor Nick Maskell. We also covered the multi-disciplinary team in science and research with Aleksandra Gawlik-Lipinski and welcomed the new chair of the Science and Research committee Professor Mona Bafadhel who spoke of her plans for next year’s meeti...

In this Episode, host Dr Charlie Addy speaks to Dr Gareth Walters and Dr Ruth Wiggans on occupational lung health, why it is important, what our current healthcare looks like, and the recent developments and research in the field. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of Respiratory Futures or the British Thoracic Society. Follow us on social media to stay up to date with our activities. Websites: www.respi...

In this Episode, host Dr Charlie Addy speaks to Professor Wei Shen Lim and Dr Kay Roy on the important of vaccination against respiratory illnesses. Professor Lim and Dr Roy expand on the recently launched Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination programme in England, and how we can work towards improving vaccine awareness amongst our hospitals and patients. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of ...

In this Episode, host Dr Charlie Addy speaks to Dr Hitasha Rupani about Asthma. Dr Rupani talks about her role working in asthma, some of the challenges currently facing patients with asthma and where she hopes the future of respiratory medicine will head in regards to asthma care, including the use of biologics. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of Respiratory Futures or the British Thoracic Society. Fo...

In this Episode, host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks to Professor Andy Fisher about lung transplantation. Lung transplantation is an option for a specific group of patients in the UK for whom other treatments may not be suitable. Learn about what lung transplant procedures involve, the benefits and risk for patients, and recent developments taking place in lung transplantation guidance, research and practice. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessari...

In this Episode, host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks to Ravijyot Saggu about respiratory pharmacy. Respiratory pharmacists play a vital role in the respiratory Multi-disciplinary Team, but what does a day in the life of a respiratory pharmacist look like? What skills do respiratory pharmacists need, and what is their role in addressing issues such as health inequalities and sustainability? Ravijyot shares about all of the amazing work pharmacists do in addition to clinically reviewing pati...

This episode goes behind the scenes at the June 2024 BTS Summer Meeting. Hear from a range of guests on a variety of topics including: Alison Armstrong on the Summer MeetingMaria Parsonage on respiratory nursingDr Nazia Chaudhuri on interstitial lung diseaseDr Jo Feary on occupational lung diseaseLizzie Grillo on respiratory physiotherapyDr Steve Walker on pneumothorax and growing an academic careerDr Matt Backx on NTMProfessor John Wort on pulmonary hypertensionProfessor Robin Condliffe on p...

In this Episode, host Dr Charlie Addy speaks to Rachael Moses on the importance of good leadership, what good leadership looks like, and how to grow leadership within the community of respiratory professionals. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of their employer or of Respiratory Futures or the British Thoracic Society. Follow us on social media to stay up to date with our activities. Websites: www.respiratoryfuture...