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Royal College of Psychiatrists: Improving the lives of people affected by mental illness.

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"What I most enjoy is consistently working with patients. You work with them long term. You see them through their journey." - Dr Jessi Kakanion why she's a SAS doctor by choice in our new #ThriveinPsychiatry podcast.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Having management listen to you, understand you and support you as an SAS doctor is key. That's the message from Dr Noni Kamau, who was one of four SAS doctors by choice who joined the latest #ThriveinPsychiatry podcast. Watch the podcast today.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:01 PM
In our latest #thriveinpsychiatry pod, we hear from four SAS doctors by choice: Dr Noni Kamau, Dr Abdul Oredola, Dr Jessi Kakani, and Dr Becky Thomlinson, on why they love their role, why it works for them, and what has changed for SAS doctors recently.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust has a Relationship Manager to support new and existing psychiatrists at the trust.

Hear from Imran Chati about the measures they take so their psychiatrists can best focus on patient care. #ThriveinPsychiatry

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November 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM
In the latest #ThriveinPsychiatry podcast we hear from Dr Gareth Thomas, Chief Medical Officer at the Lancashire and South Cumbria Foundation Trust, as well as several members of the team join to testify to the work being done at LSCFT. #thriveinpsychiatry

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November 17, 2025 at 11:35 AM
In our latest pod, we discuss the role of employers and speak to the team at Lancashire and South Cumbria Foundation Trust, including CMO Dr Gareth Thomas, and Deputy CMO Dr Dush Mahadevan, about what they’ve been doing to help you #ThriveinPsychiatry.

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November 14, 2025 at 1:29 PM
One of the key aspects of #ThriveinPsychiatry is how we can better support neurodivergent psychiatrists.

We've added a range of new links to the resources section, which you can find on our #ThriveinPsychiatry page on this subject.

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November 13, 2025 at 4:31 PM
In our first #ThriveinPsychiatry podcast, College Presidential lead for Retention and Wellbeing Dr Dave, discusses leadership, support for psychiatrists with carer responsibilities, & providing support for neurodivergent doctors, with Dr Matheiken, Dr Maitra and Dr Tracy.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
We have been discussing the role of leaders and how you can make a difference to the delivery of services. As Dr Derek Tracy says in our #ThriveinPsychiatry pod series, go for it!

Find out about the Leadership and Management Fellow Scheme for emerging leaders.

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November 12, 2025 at 2:16 PM
"Healthcare professionals with carer responsibilities come with a lot of strengths." Listen to what Dr Raka Maitra has to say about what needs to change to make the most of the abilities and experiences of psychiatrists who are carers. #ThriveinPsychiatry

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November 6, 2025 at 9:32 AM
"Go for it - step into leadership!" Dr Derek Tracy, Chief Medical Officer at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, talks about his journey and what it's like to step into a leadership role.

Watch the first podcast in our #ThriveinPsychiatry series.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:53 AM
"There's a lot of hesitation and a lot of self-criticism to step off the treadmill." Dr Matheiken took 'the scenic route' to becoming a consultant psychiatrist but doesn't regret it, and had many positive experiences. Listen to the first #ThriveinPsychiatry podcast

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October 31, 2025 at 1:09 PM
During our new #ThriveinPsychiatry campaign we'll be discussing a wide range of issues which affect psychiatrists and their ability to provide the best care.

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October 28, 2025 at 11:58 AM