Beyond the Prescription: Health, Happiness and Real Life with Dr Victoria McBride💜

This week on The Happy Thistle Podcast, I'm delighted to welcome Dr Victoria McBride — GP, occupational health doctor, business owner, mum of two teenagers, and proud Edinburgh lass with a passion for helping people live healthier, happier lives.Victoria knew from her teenage years that medicine was her calling, and after graduating from the University of Edinburgh in 2004, she built an impressive career across everything from surgery and paediatrics to emergency medicine, dermatology and women's health before qualifying as a GP in 2017.Along the way, she swapped Scotland for a year of sunshine in Australia...enjoying what she still calls one of the best years of her life. Thankfully for Scotland, she eventually returned home — convincing her English husband that life north of the border was best!!!Today, Victoria  runs her own business and is on a mission to make healthcare feel more accessible, compassionate and less overwhelming for everyday people.A passionate advocate for preventative medicine, early cancer diagnosis and treating the whole person — not just the symptoms — Victoria brings warmth, wisdom and a refreshing dose of realism to every conversationGet ready for an inspiring conversation packed with practical health insights, honest reflections and plenty of heart💜---Find your financial footing with Mortgage Advice Bureau. In a market of shifting interest rates and complex options, the "mental load" of finding the right mortgage can be exhausting. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to remortgage before rates move again, we’re here to declutter the process. Our advisers turn industry jargon into clear choices, helping you secure a deal that fits your life today.Start your journey here: https://mailchi.mp/mab.org.uk/happy-thistle-get-in-touchYour home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances. The fee is up to 1%, but a typical fee is 0.3% of the amount borrowed.”https://courtyardhealthclinic.com/