This is a two part series: Part 1: Dr Ruw Abeyratne, Dr Katie Malbon and Dr Aicha Bouraoui discuss how enhanced training in the social determinants of health can help medics and other healthcare professionals provide more inclusive, patient-centred care.

Cheshire and Merseyside has been a Marmot Place since 2021, committed to reducing health inequalities by addressing the social determinants of health.

Dr Daniel Smith hosts a discussion with Dr Kathy Petersen on her work to address health inequalities by improving access for vulnerable adults who miss appointments due to disabilities or complex needs.

Dr Daniel Smith hosts a discussion on health inequalities with Sarah Tilsed, Head of Partnerships at the Patients Association, highlighting their work to address health disparities.

Dr Dan Smith, respiratory consultant and editor-in-chief of Medical Care – driving change, is joined by Dr Katie Malbon and Professor Sir Michael Marmot. 

Dr Katie Malbon, consultant paediatrician interviews Sara Sabra, a rheumatology patient. They discuss Sara’s experience of her condition, her experience with the NHS, the importance of education and knowledge regarding healthy lifestyles as a preventative measure