The Harley Street Doctor

In this episode of the Harley Street Doctor podcast, host Alya Shakir, CEO of Harley Street Health Centre, sits down with Michael Imonirhua, CEO of KeySteps Wellbeing, for an open and important conversation about a quietly growing issue: prescription medication dependence. They explore how sleeping pills, opioids and benzodiazepines, often prescribed legitimately for pain, insomnia or stress, can unexpectedly lead to dependency, sometimes without the patient even realising it. Michael shares ...

Why do so many people struggle to lose weight, even when they know what they “should” be doing? In this episode of the Harley Street Doctor Podcast, Alya Shakir, CEO of Harley Street Health Centre, explores the psychological and emotional factors that often sit behind weight gain, emotional eating, and repeated cycles of yo-yo dieting. The discussion looks beyond calories and exercise plans to examine the underlying emotional patterns that can sabotage weight-loss journeys, including stress, ...

In this enlightening episode of the Harley Street Doctor Podcast, host Alya Shakir sits down with Dr Jane Benjamin and Mr. Simon Brittz to explore critical aspects of mental health in the workplace. The discussion centers around identifying mental health issues early, the importance of training for managers, and the creation of support systems within organizations to enhance mental well-being. Key Discussion Points Integrated Mental Health Services: The episode begins with an overview of how ...

In this episode, host Alya Shakir converses with Dr. Sunil Patel, a consultant respiratory physician at the Harley Street Clinic. They delve into various aspects of respiratory health, including persistent coughs, potential triggers, and preventative measures to optimize lung function. Dr. Patel offers valuable insights on common respiratory issues and shares expert advice to help listeners maintain their respiratory health. Key Discussion Points Introduction to Respiratory HealthOvervi...

In this insightful episode of The Harley Street Doctor Podcast, CEO Alya Shakir sits down with Mr. Marco Bolgeri, a consultant urologist at the Princess Grace Hospital and the Harley Street Clinic, to delve into the complexities of kidney stones and urology. They discuss the various aspects of urology, focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of kidney stones and the lifestyle changes that can mitigate risks. Key Discussion Points Introduction to Urology: Mr. Marco Bolgeri explain...