

Medics Money podcast
Medics Money
The Medics’ Money podcast helps doctors, dentists and other professionals make better financial decisions. Hosted By Dr Tommy Perkins and Dr Ed Cantelo, who is not only a doctor but also a Chartered Accountant and Tax adviser.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 22min
Ep 302: AI opportunities for doctor founders
In this episode of the Medics Money podcast, Tommy interviews Angus Perry, a GP with a passion for integrating technology and lifestyle medicine into healthcare. Angus discusses his journey from being a GP to founding GeneralPractice.ai, a platform designed to create personalised management plans for chronic conditions and promote lifestyle changes. The conversation explores the challenges of implementing lifestyle medicine in a time-constrained environment, the importance of patient engagement, and the role of technology in modern healthcare. Angus shares insights on building a minimal viable product, the significance of passion in entrepreneurial endeavours, and offers advice for young clinicians looking to future-proof their careers in an evolving medical landscape.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Angus Perry and His Journey 02:32 The Importance of Lifestyle Medicine in General Practice 05:23 Challenges in Implementing Lifestyle Changes 08:05 Building a Solution: GeneralPractice.ai 10:45 The Mechanics of Creating a Health Tech Startup 13:38 How GeneralPractice.ai Works for Patients and Clinicians 16:26 The Role of Gamification in Health Management 18:59 Advice for Young Doctors and Future Trends in Medicine

Dec 9, 2025 • 13min
Ep 301: How student loans are punishing new doctors??
Explore the complexities of UK student loans as experts break down the differences between Plan 2 and the newly introduced Plan 5. Learn how these plans affect repayments, interest rates, and the financial future of new doctors. Discover whether student loans resemble a graduate tax rather than a standard loan. The discussion delves into the real costs of education, the burden on students, and the vital need for evaluating loan necessity. Finally, they tackle the value of degrees and the implications of recent university strikes on student finances.

Dec 2, 2025 • 22min
Ep 300: Breaking Out of the NHS: Steps to a New Career
In this episode, Dr Kurar discusses the pressures faced by NHS doctors and the steps they can take to transition from clinical medicine to industry roles. Dr Kurar outlines the importance of financial education, the power of LinkedIn for networking, and the various transferable skills doctors possess. Additionally, they share personal experiences, including setting up a property investment venture and optimising company pension schemes. The conversation provides a comprehensive guide for doctors contemplating a career change, emphasising the significance of planning, LinkedIn optimisation, and leveraging existing skill sets.
00:00 Introduction: Transitioning from NHS to Industry
01:05 Dr Kurar's Background and Motivation
01:12 The Role of Financial Education
01:58 Discovering the Podcast and Initial Steps
02:42 Current Role in Regulatory Space
03:58 Maintaining Clinical Work and Side Hustles
04:41 Steps to Transition from NHS to Industry
06:41 Leveraging LinkedIn for Career Transition
11:28 Transferable Skills for Doctors
13:12 Financial Aspects of Transitioning
16:12 Property Investment Journey
20:39 Concluding Thoughts and Advice

Nov 26, 2025 • 20min
Budget 2025 - The impact on doctors finances
In this discussion, guest Andy Powell, a specialist medical accountant, breaks down the recent budget changes that impact healthcare professionals. He discusses the implications of frozen income tax thresholds and new rates for property, savings, and dividends. The conversation highlights the lack of changes to NHS pensions and warns of future caps on salary sacrifice. Listeners also learn about planned NHS spending on digital investments and new health centres, alongside changes in vehicle duties and council tax for luxury homes.

Nov 25, 2025 • 45min
Ep 299: Investing in Yourself: Dr. Hassan's Approach to Financial Success for Doctors
Empowering Medical Professionals: Financial Insights with Dr. Hassan In this episode of The Medics Money Podcast, Dr. Hassan makes his debut. He's an F2 doctor in the NHS, active on social media as Dr. Hassan Finance. Dr. Hassan discusses the importance of financial literacy for healthcare professionals, sharing insights on investment strategies, the significance of transparent financial discussions, and the concept of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. He also speaks about the current financial struggles in the NHS, including the need for fair pay and the upcoming doctor strikes. Additionally, the conversation covers practical advice on managing personal finances, maximizing income, and cutting unnecessary expenses for a balanced approach to financial wellness.
00:00 Introduction to Medics Money Podcast
01:24 Special Guest: Dr. Hassan on Financial Wellbeing
03:30 Breaking Financial Taboos in Medicine
07:27 Investing: Mindset Over Stock Picking
11:13 The Power of Compounding and Long-Term Investing
15:25 Time vs. Money: The Ultimate Wealth
18:22 The FIRE Movement and NHS Pension Concerns
23:59 Opting Out of the NHS Pension: Pros and Cons
24:26 The Financial Benefits of Staying in the NHS Pension
25:44 Considering Personal Circumstances and Financial Advisors
27:17 The FIRE Movement: Tips and Strategies
28:07 Balancing Income and Expenses for Financial Independence
29:34 The Importance of Having a Financial Plan
34:43 Social Media and Financial Advice for Doctors
40:25 Upcoming Resident Doctor Strikes
44:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Nov 18, 2025 • 56min
Ep 298: Inflation is making everyone poorer (except Bitcoin holders)
In this episode of The Medics' Money Podcast, Tommy dives into Bitcoin with guest Dr. Fahim. Dr. Fahim, a GP and finance enthusiast, critiques the financial system, explaining the historical context and the current monetary practices that make Bitcoin valuable. They discuss Bitcoin's role as a store of value, its volatility, and its potential in a diversified investment portfolio. The conversation covers the broader economic impact of inflation, central banking, and the technological trends shaping the future of finance. This episode is a comprehensive guide for professionals looking to understand Bitcoin's place in the market and its potential impact on their financial strategies.
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00:00 Introduction to Medics Money Podcast
01:22 Guest Introduction: Dr. Fahim
02:23 Understanding Bitcoin and Economic Systems
07:56 The History and Evolution of Money
12:36 Inflation and Its Impact on Wealth
19:45 Investment Strategies and Portfolio Management
22:58 Bitcoin's Role in Modern Portfolios
32:06 Bitcoin's Dominance in the Market
32:29 Questioning Bitcoin's Valuation
34:47 Fundamental Properties of Bitcoin
35:05 Bitcoin's Role in Global Conflicts
37:02 The Value of Decentralisation
39:38 Bitcoin as a Store of Value
41:04 Bitcoin's Adoption and Volatility
46:07 Comparing Bitcoin to Traditional Investments
50:27 The Future of Bitcoin and Technology
54:57 Final Thoughts and Investment Advice

Nov 13, 2025 • 27min
Ep 297: How can you improve primary care workflows?
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In this episode of The Medics Money Podcast, Dr. Tommy Perkins discuss the emerging role of artificial intelligence in primary care. The conversation explores the benefits of GP Triage, an autonomous triage and booking solution designed to improve patient access and streamline operations in GP practices. Key topics covered include the system's customization options, funding strategies, language accessibility, digital inclusion, and the future of AI in healthcare. The guests provide insights into how GP Triage was developed, its impact on practice efficiency, and its potential to enhance patient care and satisfaction. The episode concludes with predictions on the future transformation of primary care by AI technologies.
00:00 Introduction to Medics Money Podcast
00:51 Challenges in Primary Care
01:57 Meet the Guests
03:04 What is GP Triage?
04:57 How GP Triage Works
06:37 Customization and Benefits of GP Triage
08:41 Funding and ROI for GP Triage
15:34 Addressing Digital Exclusion
19:02 Future of AI in Healthcare
25:44 Getting Started with GP Triage

Nov 11, 2025 • 45min
MDT: What is Reeves planning for the Budget?
Join expert accountant Andy Powell, who brings 30 years of experience advising doctors, as he discusses the potential implications of Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget. Andy delves into possible pension reforms, including the controversial return of the Lifetime Allowance. The conversation shifts to the effects of inflation on NHS pensions and speculation about VAT increases and their impact on small businesses. Plus, they explore national insurance changes and the future of ISAs, offering insights that could affect healthcare professionals nationwide.

Nov 4, 2025 • 47min
Ep 296: AI Scribes in healthcare and why THIS change will save you hours.
Dr. Dom Pimenta, a clinician-founder at Tortoise AI, shares his insights on revolutionizing healthcare with AI scribes. He discusses how these tools significantly reduce cognitive load for clinicians, improving patient connections and documentation quality. The conversation covers seamless telephony integration, challenges like AI hallucinations, and the necessity for medical regulation. Dom also offers advice for clinicians aspiring to launch startups, emphasizing the importance of safety and accountability in AI implementation to enhance productivity and reduce burnout.

Oct 28, 2025 • 26min
Ep 295: If you do ££NOTHING, you'll never retire.
In this episode, Dr. Sandip Patel, an emergency medicine consultant, shares his financial journey and lessons learned over his career. Dr. Patel discusses the importance of early financial planning, the benefits of having a pension, and the impact of good financial advice. He emphasizes the need for doctors to educate themselves about money management to ensure financial security and independence. Dr. Patel also touches upon the significance of collective bargaining in healthcare and his role as a BMA rep. Additionally, he shares personal anecdotes, including his recovery from a stroke and his passion for collecting Lego sets. This insightful conversation provides valuable financial tips and inspiration for healthcare professionals navigating their financial futures.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:33 Guest Background and Career Journey
02:05 Financial Beginnings and Early Decisions
03:50 Importance of Financial Advice and Pension Decisions
06:14 Challenges and Changes in the Medical Profession
14:44 The Role of the BMA and Advocacy
18:04 Personal Financial Planning and Future Goals
21:21 Lego Enthusiasm and Hobbies
25:49 Final Thoughts and Advice


