Feb 19, 202511 minS1
<p>In this episode, Caroline Verdon interviews Mark Cahill, the first person in the UK to receive a hand transplant. Mark shares his experience from the life-altering procedure on Boxing Day 2012 to the practical and...
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In Safe Hands
Hosted by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust · society · EN
About this Podcast:
Leeds is the home of the UK’s first Hand Transplant Unit and across this new series, you’ll hear about the incredible, physical and psychological complexities faced by people who have lost their hands and how this remarkable procedure has changed their lives.
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Booking probability
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Guest openness
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What is In Safe Hands about?
Leeds is the home of the UK’s first Hand Transplant Unit and across this new series, you’ll hear about the incredible, physical and psychological complexities faced by people who have lost their hands and how this remarkable procedure has changed their lives.
Who hosts In Safe Hands?
In Safe Hands is hosted by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The show has published 11 episodes to date.
What has In Safe Hands covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The First UK Hand Transplant: Mark Cahill's story" (19 February 2025, 11 minutes), "Chance Encounter: John-Paul McGrail'sHand Transplant Journey" (12 February 2025, 33 minutes), and "In Conversation. Discussing the reality of hand donation." (5 February 2025, 24 minutes).
How often does In Safe Hands publish?
In Safe Hands publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 30 minutes across 11 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on In Safe Hands?
Booking probability for In Safe Hands is 17%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. In Safe Hands requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. In Safe Hands's contact route on record: public web form.
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The strongest fits for In Safe Hands are Health & Wellness Services. In Safe Hands has a society audience.
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Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust hosts In Safe Hands, a society podcast with 11 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Feb 12, 202533 minS1
<p>In this episode, host Caroline Verdon interviews John Paul McGrail, who shares his compelling story of navigating life after losing his right arm in a car accident in 2006. He describes the challenges of using a...
- Feb 5, 202524 minS1
<p>In Episode 9 of 'In Safe Hands', host Caroline Verdon delves into the intricate and rarely discussed topic of limb donation, crucial for hand transplants. The episode features insights from Andrew Mawson Lees, an...
- Jan 29, 202537 minS1
<p>In this episode of 'In Safe Hands,' Caroline Verdon introduces us to Rebecca Heritage, who shares her profound journey of resilience and hope after losing multiple limbs to meningitis and sepsis. At just 19 years...
- Jan 22, 202546 minS1
<p>In episode 7 of 'In Safe Hands,' we delve into the intricate and emotional world of hand transplants with the pioneering team from Leeds. This episode features Sarah Taplin, a specialist practitioner in physiotherapy...
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- Jan 15, 202543 minS1
<p>n this episode, Caroline Verdon interviews key members of Leeds' pioneering hand transplant team, delving into the complex journey of this remarkable medical procedure. Professor Simon Kay discusses the extensive...
- Dec 18, 202425 minS1
<p>In Safe Hands: Kim's Journey with Leeds Hand Transplant Team</p><p>In this episode of 'In Safe Hands,' host Caroline Verdon introduces Kim Smith, a patient on the waiting list for a hand transplant. Kim shares her...
- Dec 6, 202433 minS1
<p>In episode four, host Caroline Verdon delves into the intricate psychological aspects of hand transplants with expert insights from Dr. Maggie Bellew and Dr. Rachel Mandela. The episode highlights the critical role...
- Nov 30, 202427 minS1
<p>In this episode of 'In Safe Hands', we meet Jamie Mines, a former semi-professional footballer and scaffolder whose life drastically changed after a building site accident that led to him losing all his limbs. Jamie...
Episode #1
Reclaiming Touch: Corinne Hutton’s story
Oct 30, 202432 minS1<p>Episode summary</p><p>This episode of 'In Safe Hands' chronicles Corinne Hutton's profound journey from a life-threatening illness to becoming a double hand transplant recipient. After a simple cough led to septic...
Episode #2
The Power of Hands
Oct 30, 202423 minS1<p>The power of hands, hosted by Caroline Verdon, delves into the intricate world of hand transplants. Featuring an in-depth interview with Professor Simon Kay, a pioneer in the field who established the UK's Hand...
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