NICE Talks is the podcast from UK's National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Our podcast brings the stories behind our work to improve outcomes for people using the NHS and other public health and social care services through evidence-based guidance.
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National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
In this episode, we explore the research taking place behind the scenes at NICE and how it helps us prepare for the future of healthcare. From new medicines and digital health technologies to artificial intelligence and innovative ways of using health data, the Research team works with partners across the UK and around the world to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing health and care today.
Associate Director of Research Sarah Fothergill and senior scientific adviser Jamie Elvidge explain how NICE identifies emerging trends, develops new methods for evaluating health technologies, and ensures that future guidance is based on the best available evidence.
You'll find more about the work of the research team, including how to get involved, on our website: https://www.nice.org.uk/what-nice-does/our-research-work/how-to-partner-with-us-in-our-research-work
25 Aug 2026
Second Chances: How new technology is transforming organ transplants
In this episode, we explore how new machine perfusion technology is changing the landscape of organ transplantation in the UK. NICE has published guidance recommending routine NHS access to specialist devices that keep donated livers and lungs functioning outside the body, potentially unlocking hundreds of organs for transplant each year.
We hear from cardiothoracic surgeon Marius Berman, Clinical Director of the Transplant Programme at Royal Papworth Hospital. And by Monica Walsh, who received a liver transplant almost 10 years ago and now mentors others waiting for transplants.
- Read NICE's guidance on liver preservation machines
- Read NICE's guidance on lung preservation technology
29 Jul 2026
PMOS: how the new draft NICE guideline could transform diagnosis and care
In this episode we explore the draft NICE guideline for PMOS (formerly known as PCOS), out for public consultation until 11 August 2026. We're joined by guideline committee members Aled Rees, professor of endocrinology at Cardiff University, and Sharon Manship, a lay member with lived experience of PMOS. Together they discuss how the recent name change, a new annual review, and a stronger focus on earlier diagnosis could transform care for the estimated 1 in 8 women living with the condition.
Learn more: https://www.nice.org.uk/news/articles/nice-recommends-annual-review-for-pmos-in-new-draft-guideline-aimed-at-improving-diagnosis-and-care
Read the draft guideline: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/indevelopment/gid-ng10436/consultation/html-content-9
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Kay Nolan
Carole Pitkeathley
Karen McLean
Vivien Swanson
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161,036
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3.0 / 5
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Spotify
5.0 / 5
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