Skin Deep
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 info@aproderm.com
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Episodes
Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
If there is one thing we want you to take away from this episode, it’s a sense of EMPOWERMENT.
For this discussion, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson are joined by a world authority in how mental health and the skin are linked, Professor Anthony Bewley. The trio chat about the huge impact skin conditions can have on someone's quality of life, as well as diving into:
Why you should talk to your GP about your mental health
Psychodermatology (the medical term for addressing the mind and the skin) resources in the UK
Guidance on how managing the physical symptoms of your dry skin condition (for example, itchiness) can help relieve the impact this may be having on your mental wellbeing.
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a range of emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
Everyone’s skin is unique and what works for one person, may not work for another. That’s why AproDerm has developed the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack contains all four of their emollients varying in their formulation, consistency and hydration, giving you the choice to find a routine that suits you.
Find out more here:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/aproderm/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/AproDerm
We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful. Please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions on dermatology topics that you would like to hear about in future podcasts.
The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Rosacea can be a potentially distressing condition, so in this episode your hosts, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson delve straight into lifestyle changes, providing simple yet effective tips to help you manage your condition.
Drawing on their extensive experience as GP’s, spanning over 70 years combined, these dermatology experts also discuss the various treatment options available across the rosacea spectrum, from simple redness and flushing to eye involvement and Rhinophyma.
Listen along to hear:
Guidance on how to identify your unique triggers
Advice on what lifestyle adjustments you can make and how to manage symptoms effectively
The importance of incorporating emollients into your daily skincare routine
The diverse treatment options available, both through the NHS and privately, including anti-inflammatory medications, camouflage products, and laser therapy
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a range of emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
Everyone’s skin is unique and what works for one person, may not work for another. That’s why AproDerm has developed the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack contains all four of their emollients varying in their formulation, consistency and hydration, giving you the choice to find a routine which suits you.
Find out more here.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/aproderm/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/AproDerm
We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful. Please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions on dermatology topics that you would like to hear about in future podcasts.
The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
"What have Rembrandt, the Hollywood actor, W. C. Fields and former president of the United States, Bill Clinton, all got in common?"
The answer is rosacea, which affects around 1 in 10 people in the UK. Typically characterised by a flushed face, this common skin condition can have a huge impact on an individual’s mental health and self-esteem.
So, in this episode our skin experts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson will be discussing:
The science behind the flushing
The four different types of rosacea and their symptoms
What the common triggers are
Practical tips and advice on how to manage your unique triggers
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a range of emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
Everyone’s skin is unique and what works for one person, may not work for another. That’s why AproDerm has developed the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack contains all four of their emollients varying in their formulation, consistency and hydration, giving you the choice to find a routine which suits you.
Find out more here.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/aproderm/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/AproDerm
We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful. Please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions on dermatology topics that you would like to hear about in future podcasts.
The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Join the incredible duo, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson as they draw upon their 70 years of combined GP experience to dive deep into the world of skin.
Each episode will tackle a particular skin condition, shedding light on its causes, symptoms, and most importantly, effective treatments, as used by doctors.
Covering eczema, psoriasis, acne, and rosacea to name but a few, during these short, 20-30 minute episodes, they will also be sharing practical tips and advice for you to follow while answering the questions you've been itching to ask your healthcare professional.
Tune in to these Skin Deep podcasts to uncover a wealth of knowledge, that will help you to take control of your skin health.
So, whether you’re living with or caring for someone with a skin condition or simply want to know more about your skin, these Skin Deep podcasts are ideal for you.
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm®, a range of daily moisturisers, that are suitable from birth and designed to soothe, moisturise, protect, and comfort dry skin including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
The complete range is free from SLS, parabens, benzyl alcohol, fragrances, and colours, these common irritants and sensitisers are found in many emollients and skin care products and can irritate skin, especially skin that is already sensitive.
For more information, visit: https://aproderm.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/aproderm/FB: https://www.facebook.com/AproDermTW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm
The views expressed in these podcasts are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and do not reflect the opinions of Fontus Health.