The SOM Podcast
The Society of Occupational Medicine is the UK organisation for all healthcare professionals working in or with an interest in occupational health. The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of SOM members to run every aspect of their occupational health operations. They hold healthcare records for over 1 million UK workers and work with both in-house OH teams and OH providers. You can find out more at OrchidLive.com.
Episodes
SOM 90th anniversary - 2025
Register here to attend the Anniversary dinner on Friday 26th September at the Apothecaries’ Hall, London. Guest speaker: Dame Carol Black.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
The competency framework will be formally launched this autumn via the SOM website and at the SOM Leadership C...
We explore the legal framework, practical considerations, and common challenges faced by both employers and employees.
Hosted by Dr Karen Wallace, joined by occupational therapist Helen Valls-Russell and employment solicitor Kate Lawson, we d...
SOM 90th anniversary - 2025
Register here to attend the Anniversary dinner on Friday 26th September at the Apothecaries’ Hall, London. Guest speaker: Dame Carol Black.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Occupational Health Audits guidance
Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working Gr...
Richmond introduces the principles of pain coaching, rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and patient-centred care. Learn how shifting the focus from “fixing pain” to “understanding the person experiencing it...
Together, they unpack what VR really means, how it integrates with occupational health, and why early intervention is crucial to successful work return outcomes.
Helen shares insights into the multidisciplinary nature of vo...
SOM 90th anniversary - 2025
Register here to attend the Anniversary dinner on Friday 26th September at the Apothecaries’ Hall, London. Guest speaker: Dame Carol Black.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
SOM President election
The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software us...
- 🎙️ Jo Vallom-Smith – Chair of the Special Interest Group for Allied Health Professionals, Society of Occupational Medicine
- 🎙️ Ch...
Get your tickets for the SOM/FOM Conference in Brighton: https://www.occupationalhealthconferences.com/registration/
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Health Effects of Silica Dust
SOM 90th Anniversary Dinner
The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software...
She talks about spotting the signs of Long Covid, the challenges for workplaces, and how OH professionals have the ideal skillset to identify and manage the condition.
For more ...
Host Steve Randall speaks with Nupur Yogarajah who founded Dr NY, a consultancy to support organisations with wellbeing, inclusion and leadership challenges. Her USP is combining skill sets of behavioural scientist, clin...
Experts Kim Burton, Karen Wallace, and Emma Hogan explore the role of healthcare professionals, the fitnote system, and the need for cultural shifts in perceptions of work and health.
They emphasize the importance of education, preventative st...
The discussion delves into the comprehensive nature of FCEs, how they differ from standard assessments, and the importance of objective data in evaluating an individual's capabilities.
Listen to discover the intricacies of FCEs, thei...
Get your tickets for the SOM/FOM Conference in Brighton: https://www.occupationalhealthconferences.com/registration/
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Global Health Workforce Programme Narrative reporting template
SOM Spring Statement response
HAVS remote health surveillance survey
The SOM po...
We talk about how there has been improvement over the last few decades but there is always more that can be done, especially given the large number of (young) people who are currently not working due to mental hea...
Get your tickets for the SOM/FOM Conference in Brighton: https://www.occupationalhealthconferences.com/registration/
Click here for the Consensus document on fatigue risk management
The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of S...
Join Jo Vallom-Smith and Lisa Harrison as they discuss the intricacies of cognition, the common cognitive conditions encountered in the workplace, and the impact these conditions have on various job roles.
Gain insights into effective strategies for supp...
They discuss the importance of understanding functional assessment and its implications for patient safety, particularly in the context of work and health.
Tune in to learn about the challenges faced in safeguarding and how effective communicati...
We explore how understanding neurodiversity can foster inclusivity in the workplace and enhance employee wellbeing. Dr. Doyle provides insights into the differences between neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals, the importance of language in identify...
The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of SOM members to run every aspect of their occupational health operations. They hold healthcare records for over 1 million UK workers and work with both in-house OH teams and OH provi...
They provide insights into the journey of patients from the GP's office to the assessment, explaining the roles of healthcare professionals and the importance of accurate medical evidence. This enlightening discussion aims to enha...
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