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Breath work A Respiratory Medicine podcast for busy respiratory nerds who want to keep up-to-date with the constantly evolving world of the lung. Every month we speak with respiratory experts on their areas of special interest. Our goal is to provide YOU with interactive and easy to listen to clinical updates. We will cover presentation, clinical reasoning, diagnostics and treatments but also new and exciting changes coming down the line. Delivered at a time convenient to you in 20-30 minute episodes. Inspire Meet your Respiratory Medicine heroes and hear how they got to where they are today. There are now more people than ever working in the respiratory medicine sphere. In this podcast we speak to Physicians, scientists, nurses, physiologists and more. We learn about their career paths to date, how they have achieved such success and advice for others hoping to follow suit. Some of these discussions are profession specific, but much of the advice is applicable to anyone trying to progress in their career. Social Media Website: https://irishthoracicsociety.com/ X/Twitter: irishthoracicS LinkedIn: Irish Thoracic Society Instagram: Irishthoracicsociety

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June 22, 2026

Inspire (Part 4) Mastering Medical Meetings: Strategies for Effective Communication and Leadership with Sarah Geraghty

This episode features insights from healthcare communication expert Sarah Geraghty, who shares proven frameworks and practical tips on crafting clear agendas, managing time effectively, and delivering purposeful meetings. Her insights help professionals across sectors elevate their meetings to be most effective. If you’re committed to making your meetings matter—or simply want to reclaim time, reduce stress, and foster a culture of clarity—this episode is essential listening. In this episode: The crucial role of purpose and clear objectives for every gathering How to craft and circulate agendas in advance to prep participants effectively Strategies for keeping meetings on track—even when personalities and time pressures threaten to derail progress Techniques to empower less confident voices and build inclusive, psychologically safe environments The importance of ending with clear actions, owners, and timelines—so nothing slips through the cracks Guest Sarah Geraghty is Head of Careers at the Communications Clinics, specialising in preparing for high-stakes interviews and career transitions. A seasoned communication trainer and coach, she combines practical storytelling and leadership development to help candidates articulate their value. With a rich background in journalism and editorial work—including contributions to the Irish Times and The Journal, and experience as Assistant Editor of Gloss Magazine—she brings real-world insight into how healthcare professionals can perform under pressure. Hosts Marissa O’Callaghan is an Irish trained Respiratory fellow currently undertaking a post-doc fellow working in Erasmus MC Rotterdam in the Netherlands. She finished her Irish respiratory and Internal medicine training and Phd in 2025. Her areas of interest are interstitial and rare lung diseases. She enjoys clinical research, Med Ed, and dreaming up new medical innovations. Together with cohost Sandra Green, she founded the ITS podcast series in June 2024. Sandra Green is an Irish-trained respiratory doctor with a strong track record in climate advocacy and multidisciplinary sustainable initiatives, as co-founder of Irish Doctors for the Environment. She has an MSc in Leadership and Innovation in Healthcare at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (2023–2025. With Marisssa, she co-founded the Irish Thoracic Society Podcast Productions, launching a platform in 2024 to share knowledge, insights, and innovations in respiratory care. Chapters 0:04 Introduction to Breathwork 0:37 Importance of Meetings in Healthcare 1:06 Effective Meeting Communication 1:28 Rapid Fire Tips for Meetings 1:56 Listening vs. Speaking in Meetings 2:25 Purpose and Objectives of Meetings 3:41 Structured vs. Informal Meetings 5:32 Role of the Chair in Meetings 7:28 Time Management in Meetings 9:48 Encouraging Participation 11:43 Setting the Meeting Culture 13:29 Challenges of Meeting Overruns 15:24 Engaging Junior Members 17:41 Psychological Safety in Meetings 19:37 Final Tips for Effective Meetings 26:37 Closing and Future Plans 27:26 Credits and Contact Information Resources & Links: Sarah Geraghty - LinkedIn https://ie.linkedin.com/in/sarah-geraghty-comms The Communication Clinic https://www.communicationsclinic.ie/

June 7, 2026

Inspire (Part 3) From Inbox Chaos to Clarity – Smarter Email Communication in Healthcare with Sarah Geraghty

In this episode, communication expert Sarah Geraghty uncovers the hidden impact of email habits on healthcare efficiency and patient safety. Discover how precise, purpose-driven emails can save time, reduce stress, and enhance collaboration. Learn practical strategies like the ‘BLUF’ framework and effective subject line structuring to transform your inbox chaos into streamlined communication. Perfect for clinicians and administrators eager to improve their email etiquette and workflow. In this episode: The ‘BLUF’ (Bottom Line Up Front) framework that ensures your emails are clear and effective, no matter the audience How to structure subject lines and content for maximum impact—without coming across as too formal or too casual The essential mindset shift: treating emails as strategic tools that require dedicated focus, not ongoing background noise Practical methods to manage post-holiday inboxes, follow-ups, and group emails The environmental and legal considerations around storing and sending emails—and why fewer, more meaningful messages are better for everyone Guest Sarah Geraghty is Head of Careers at the Communications Clinics, specialising in preparing for high-stakes interviews and career transitions. A seasoned communication trainer and coach, she combines practical storytelling and leadership development to help candidates articulate their value. With a rich background in journalism and editorial work—including contributions to the Irish Times and The Journal, and experience as Assistant Editor of Gloss Magazine—she brings real- world insight into how healthcare professionals can perform under pressure. Hosts Marissa O’Callaghan is an Irish trained Respiratory fellow currently undertaking a post-doc fellow working in Erasmus MC Rotterdam in the Netherlands. She finished her Irish respiratory and Internal medicine training and Phd in 2025. Her areas of interest are interstitial and rare lung diseases. She enjoys clinical research, Med Ed, and dreaming up new medical innovations. Together with cohost Sandra Green, she founded the ITS podcast series in June 2024. Sandra Green is an Irish-trained respiratory doctor with a strong track record in climate advocacy and multidisciplinary sustainable initiatives, as co-founder of Irish Doctors for the Environment. She has an MSc in Leadership and Innovation in Healthcare at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (2023–2025. With Marisssa, she co-founded the Irish Thoracic Society Podcast Productions, launching a platform in 2024 to share knowledge, insights, and innovations in respiratory care. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction: Overview of email's role in healthcare 00:28 – Email Overload: The impact of email volume on clinicians 01:21 – Communication Challenges: How poor email practices affect patient safety 01:50 – Rapid Fire Tips: Quick advice on email efficiency 02:42 – When to Call: Choosing between email and phone communication 03:10 – Post-Holiday Inbox: Strategies for managing a full inbox 04:22 – Email Anxiety: Dealing with email-related stress 06:37 – Global Email Statistics: The scale of email communication worldwide 07:31 – Why Emails Matter: The importance of email in healthcare 08:57 – Effective Use: Making emails impactful and efficient 09:54 – Miscommunication Risks: How misunderstandings affect patient care 10:52 – Managing Tasks: Balancing email with other responsibilities 12:12 – Dedicated Email Time: Setting aside time for email management 14:21 – Email Length: Finding the right balance between brevity and detail 17:11 – BLUF Framework: Using the Bottom Line Up Front approach 19:33 – Subject Lines: Writing effective email subjects 21:20 – Tone and Formality: Maintaining the right tone in emails 25:09 – CC Challenges: Managing CC chains effectively 29:17 – Follow-Up Emails: Best practices for follow-ups 32:59 – Email Storage: Challenges of storing emails in healthcare 35:21 – Environmental Impact: The carbon footprint of email 37:58 – Conclusion: Key takeaways Resources & Links Sarah Geraghty (LinkedIn): https://ie.linkedin.com/in/sarah-geraghty-comms The Communication Clinic: https://www.communicationsclinic.ie/ Richard Saul Wurman's Information Anxiety (1989). New York: Doubleday. Nordrum, O.L. and Malone, C. (2022). "The Carbon Footprint of Digital Communication Within the Healthcare Service." Irish Medical Journal, 115(8), p. 663. Available: https://imj.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/The-Carbon-Footprint-of-Digital-Communication-Within-the-Healthcare-Service.pdf (accessed 7 June 2026).

May 26, 2026

Breathwork: A Career in Cystic Fibrosis with Professor Edward McKone

In this episode of Breathwork, Professor Edward McKone, Consultant Respiratory Physician at St. Vincent’s University Hospital, reflects on the transformation of cystic fibrosis (CF) care through clinical research, registries, and CFTR modulators. He discusses his career journey across respiratory medicine, clinical trials, leadership, and medical education, while exploring how data-driven care and collaboration have improved outcomes for people with CF. In this episode Professor McKone’s path into respiratory medicine and CF care The role of registries in improving standards and patient outcomes Challenges in advocating for access to CF therapies The development of the Irish Clinical Educator Training programme Future directions for postgraduate medical training in Ireland Reflections on mentorship, collaboration, and career development Professor Edward McKone is a Consultant Respiratory Physician at St. Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin, and a leading figure in adult cystic fibrosis care and research. He has held leadership roles with the Cystic Fibrosis Registry of Ireland and the European CF Registry and is actively involved in clinical trials, medical education, and clinician training. Dr Barry Harnedy is a respiratory specialist trainee and Educational Officer with the Irish Thoracic Society. Sandra Green is an Irish-trained respiratory fellow, climate advocate, and co-founder of Irish Doctors for the Environment and Irish Thoracic Society Podcast Productions. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction & Professor McKone’s background 02:15 – Choosing respiratory medicine 05:30 – Entering the field of cystic fibrosis 09:00 – Medical education and leadership 11:30 – Rethinking postgraduate training in Ireland 17:00 – Building the Clinician-Educator programme 23:00 – The importance of CF registries 27:30 – Registries as regulatory tools 30:00 – Building sustainable registries 32:15 – CFTR modulators: cost and value 33:30 – A pivotal moment in CF treatment 34:50 – Career reflections and advice 36:30 – Closing remarks

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What is Irish Thoracic Society Podcast Productions?: Breath work A Respiratory Medicine podcast for busy respiratory nerds who want to keep up-to-date with the constantly evolving world of the lung. Every month we speak with respiratory experts on their areas of special interest. Our goal is to provide YOU with interactive and easy to listen to clinical updates. We will cover presentation, clinical reasoning, diagnostics and treatments but also new and exciting changes coming down the line. Delivered at a time convenient to you in 20-30 minute episodes.

Inspire Meet your Respiratory Medicine heroes and hear how they got to where they are today. There are now more people than ever working in the respiratory medicine sphere. In this podcast we speak to Physicians, scientists, nurses, physiologists and more. We learn about their career paths to date, how they have achieved such success and advice for others hoping to follow suit. Some of these discussions are profession specific, but much of the advice is applicable to anyone trying to progress in their career.

Social Media Website: https://irishthoracicsociety.com/ X/Twitter: irishthoracicS LinkedIn: Irish Thoracic Society Instagram: Irishthoracicsociety
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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