GPs Talk Cancer

What is finger clubbing and why is it a red flag symptom for cancer? In this special bonus episode, Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor discuss this specific symptom and what to do if a patient presents with it. Read the cancer key in full here. GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. This episode is produced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.  

In this episode, consultant orthopaedic oncological surgeon at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Miss Gill Cribb joins GPs Rebecca Leon and Dr. Sarah Taylor to discuss the challenges of diagnosing sarcoma in primary care. Expect practical insights around clinical features, referral pathways, and safety netting for soft tissue and bone tumours, plus key history and examination tips and the importance of reassessing persistent or atypical musculoskeletal complaints. Real case studies highlight common pitfalls, coding dilemmas and the vital role of early investigation in improving outcomes for patients.If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayCProduced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Jonathan Hoare, gastroenterologist at St Mary’s Hospital in London, to unpack the risk factors for upper GI cancers, including lifestyle, diet, and Helicobacter infection. Together, they share clinical stories highlighting alarm symptoms such as dysphagia, approaches to history taking, and discuss best practice for investigating new indigestion. The episode covers the long-term safety of PPIs, Barrett’s oesophagus management, and how empowering patients plays a vital role in cancer diagnosis and care.If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayCProduced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Dr Jude Hayward, GP in Bradford and GPwSI in Genetics with the Yorkshire Regional Genetics Service, joins GPs Rebecca and Sarah to break down the essentials of genomics and genetic testing in primary care. This episode covers key terminology, like germline and somatic variants, the practical role of family history in identifying inherited cancer risk, when to refer to genetics services and the impact of targeted therapies in modern cancer care. Plus, learn how to support patients navigating genetic results and hear about evolving guidance and resources to empower GPs in personalised and precision medicine.If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayCProduced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Emily Leeming, gut health researcher at Kings College London, dietician and author of Genius Gut: The Life Changing Science of Eating for Your Second Brain, to discuss the role of the gut microbiome in cancer risk and patient wellbeing. The episode covers practical, affordable dietary tips to support gut health during and after cancer treatment, common misconceptions around “food as medicine,” advice for managing weight changes and ways for GPs to empower patients with simple but effective nutrition advice in time-limited consultations.If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayCProduced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

GatewayC and FourteenFish present a webinar series covering six cancer topics and featuring experts you've heard before on the podcast! Running from October 2025 - March 2026 and all hosted by Dr Rebecca Leon, Connect with FourteenFish - GatewayC to learn more and register your place!Breast cancer with Miss Clare Garnsey, 07/10/25 // Register hereLung cancer with Professor Matt Evison, 02/12/25 // Register hereHead and neck cancer with Mr Enyi Ofo, 13/01/26 // Register hereLower GI cancer with Dr Ana Wilson, 03/02/26 // Register hereBlood cancers with Dr Suzanne Williams, 03/03/26 // Register hereHaematuria with Mr Sotonye Tolofari, 17/03/26 // Register hereGatewayC is funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Mr Sotonye Tolofari, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Salford Royal NHS Trust and Director of Urological Cancers at Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance, to discuss the primary care approach to bladder, testicular and renal cancers. They delve into recognising key symptoms like haematuria, managing recurrent UTIs, interpreting incidental renal findings, and when to refer for suspected malignancy. The episode explores pathways for investigating visible and non-visible blood in urine, the practicalities of testicular cancer referrals and how to navigate findings such as simple and complex renal cysts in everyday practice.If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayCProduced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are joined by Dr Suzanne Roberts, Consultant Haematologist at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust and Clinical Lead for Haemato-oncology at GM Cancer Alliance, to discuss the diagnosis of leukaemia and lymphoma in primary care. They cover common presentations, such as persistent lumps, overwhelming tiredness, and unexplained itching, as well as rare symptoms like facial swelling. The episode explores key investigations, when to be concerned about blood tests, practical advice on referrals, and important differences between acute and chronic leukaemias. Plus, the importance of vigilance, safety netting and advice for monitoring patients with possible haematological cancers.If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayCProduced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

What is the impact of long-term endocrine treatment for patients? In this special bonus episode, Dr Rebecca Leon explores the menopause-like side effects of endocrine treatment, what GPs can offer to ease these symptoms and how patients can be supported to continue in treatment. GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. This episode is produced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.