Embarrassing Bodies: Live from the Clinic

Released: 2011-05-25

Runtime: None minutes

Episode Overview

First episode of a new series from the team behind Embarrassing Bodies using video technology so viewers with medical concerns can seek advice and be remotely 'seen' by doctors live on the show, without leaving the comfort of their own homes.

Series Overview

Embarrassing Bodies: Live from the Clinic reveals how medicine may be practiced in the future. The show uses Skype video calling to offer members of the public appointments with Dr Christian Jessen and Dr Dawn Harper, along with guest specialists, during the live broadcast. Focusing on live diagnosis and consumer healthcare, the doctors arm callers and viewers with practical advice and information on what treatments and services are available to them both on the NHS and privately. Alongside the live cases there are consumer items featuring tests on over-the-counter medicines and insight into popular procedures such as laser eye-surgery.