FRCS UROCAST
Urology Resource
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An educational podcast for urology trainees, hosted by Sophia Cashman and Hari Ratan. Each episode covers clinical cases and urological topics relevant to the FRCS(Urol) exam, with contributions from expert guests.
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Episode 3: Bladder Pain Syndrome (with Felicity Reeves) 24.09.2026 42minGet in touch with us In this episode, Sophia and Hari welcome Felicity Reeves, Consultant Urologist from Cambridge, to discuss bladder pain syndrome. Felicity takes us through the assessment and management of this important and common condition. To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 4: Diagnostic technology and scopes (with Dora Moon) 24.09.2026 39minGet in touch with us It's time to tackle Sophia's favourite topic - technology! There are plans to integrate the questions on technology into the other stations, but for now, the tech station remains as a part of the FRCS(Urol) exam. It is obviously a huge topic, but here we cover clinic diagnostics including urine dipsticks, flowrate assessments and scopes. We are delighted to welcome Dora Moon, Consultant Urologist and new BAUS specialist trainee educational co-le... -
Episode 2: Antenatal hydronephrosis and vesico-ureteric reflux (with Alun Williams) 08.12.2025 54minGet in touch with us In this episode Sophia and Hari tackle paediatric urology with a true legend, Alun WIlliams, Consultant Paediatric Urologist at Nottingham University Hospitals. Alun discusses 2 important topics for the FRCS(Urol) vivas - antenatal hydronephrosis and vesico-ureteric reflux with his customary style and wit. An unmissable episode! To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 1: Small Renal Masses (with David Bratt) 26.11.2025 52minGet in touch with us Welcome back to FRCS Urocast with your hosts Sophia Cashman and Hari Ratan After a long hiatus, we are back with season 3 - and what a cracker of an episode to start the new series! David Bratt, Consultant Urologist from Nottingham joins Sophia and Hari to cover all aspects of small renal masses - which turns out to be a surprisingly big topic! To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 3: Azoospermia (with Pippa Sangster) 14.09.2024 45minGet in touch with us In this episode, Miss Pippa Sangster, Consultant Urologist at UCLH joins us to discuss the investigation and management of an azoospermic man. To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 2: Penile Cancer (with Arie Parnham) 16.07.2024 53minGet in touch with us Episode 2 of our new season, and we tackle penile cancer; one of the rarer urological cancers, but an important topic to be aware of. Mr Arie Parnham, Consultant Urological Surgeon at the Christie Hospital in Manchester shares his expertise on the topic with Sophia and Hari. To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 1: Radiology Q&A (with Rachel Hubbard) 11.06.2024 41minGet in touch with us Welcome to season 2 of FRCS Urocast! It's been a long wait, but we are back with some brand new episodes, kicking off with a session on radiology for the FRCS(urol) - our special guest Rachel Hubbard, Consultant Uroradiologist in Sheffield answers all those questions that crop up regarding ultrasound, CT and MRI! To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 7: Recurrent UTIs in Women (with Chris Harding) 17.07.2023 57minGet in touch with us In this episode we look at one of the commonest conditions we see in urology; recurrent UTIs in women. Sophia and Hari are joined by international expert, and lead investigator on the ALTAR trial, Professor Chris Harding from Newcastle, who shares his extensive experience of managing this condition. To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 6: Peyronie's disease (with Vaibhav Modgil) 24.05.2023 37minGet in touch with us We've been away for a little while but welcome back to another episode of FRCS Urocast - and it's a good one! Joining Sophia and Hari today is Vaibhav ("VB") Modgil from Manchester who has a large subspecialist practice in Andrology. VB talks us through the modern management of Peyronie's disease. Any feedback or comments? Email us on [email protected]! Thanks for listening To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at ... -
Episode 5: PUJ Obstruction (with Kim Davenport) 03.04.2023 34minGet in touch with us Pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction is this week's topic, and Kim Davenport, Consultant Urological Surgeon from Cheltenham, is our special guest. Kim joins regular hosts Sophia Cashman and Hari Ratan to talk through a case of PUJO, from diagnosis to surgery! To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 4: Retroperitoneal Fibrosis (with Tim O'Brien) 20.03.2023 38minGet in touch with us Retroperitoneal fibrosis (RPF) is a relatively uncommon cause of ureteric obstruction, and is a topic which many FRCS(Urol) candidates will be wary of. Thankfully, Sophia and Hari are joined this week by Tim O'Brien, Consultant Urologist, former BAUS president, and internationally renowned expert on RPF. In this unmissable episode, Tim talks us through the management of RPF from diagnosis to ureterolysis. To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Cour... -
Episode 3: Localised Prostate Cancer (with Flora Rodger) 27.02.2023 40minGet in touch with us Welcome back to the definitive FRCS(Urol) revision podcast hosted by Sophia Cashman and Hari Ratan. In this week's episode, we discuss the management of a patient with newly-diagnosed localised prostate cancer. Joining us to discuss this complex area is our special guest Flora Rodger, an ST7 trainee from Glasgow. Flora was awarded the Keith Yeates Gold Medal for her FRCS exam performance, so you will definitely want to tune in to this episode! ... -
Episode 2: High Risk Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (with Will Green) 06.02.2023 32minGet in touch with us In our second episode, we are joined by Will Green, Consultant Urologist from Nottingham, to talk about the management of high-risk NMIBC. We tackle important questions such as who should have BCG (and does it work?) and which patients are suitable for primary cystectomy. Hosts: Sophia Cashman and Hari Ratan To book on the FRCS(Urol) Revision Course, visit us at rapidfocuscourses.com -
Episode 1: Surgery for BOO 23.01.2023 26minGet in touch with us Join Sophia Cashman and Hari Ratan as they discuss the many surgical treatments now available for treating patients with bladder outlet obstruction, from the humble TURP all the way to more modern minimally invasive surgical techniques. We look at the evidence for the various procedures now available, and how best to guide patients through the decision-making process. Essential listening for all urology trainees, especially those preparing for the FRCS(U...
