The EMJ Podcast | Episode 232
In this episode, Jonathan Sackier sits down with Philip Smith to discuss groundbreaking advancements in gastroenterology, the impact of IBD research, and how his personal journey with Crohn’s disease has influenced his career. From international guidelines to the role of digital platforms in healthcare, Smith offers a compelling insight into the future of gastrointestinal medicine.
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Philip Smith is an Honorary Consultant Luminal Gastroenterologist at the Royal Liverpool Hospital and an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Liverpool, UK. A graduate of the University of Nottingham, Smith trained as a gastroenterologist at University College London. His expertise spans inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), intestinal failure, and patient transition care.
As both a leading expert and a Crohn’s patient, Smith brings a unique perspective to his work. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed manuscripts and contributed to national guidelines, including the British Society of Gastroenterology’s IBD guidelines. A sought-after speaker, Smith has presented at global conferences in Australia, the USA, and beyond.
- 00:00 – Introduction
- 02:35 – Specialising in luminal gastroenterology
- 05:30 – IBD patient to practitioner
- 11:20 – Career highs and lows
- 17:40 – Smith’s impactful IBD research
- 21:02 – The international approach to gastroenterology
- 25:39 – Screening colonoscopy
- 29:49 – Advancements and future priorities for IBD care
- 37:37 – Leveraging social media to engage with the gastroenterology community
- 43:30 – Identifying high-impact studies as EiC
- 49:06 – Three wishes for healthcare
