Episode 6: Tom Brown (Director of Doctor.ie)

In this episode of the Ice Expo Podcast, we’re joined by Tom Brown, Director of Doctor.ie, to discuss the future of accessible healthcare in Ireland and why preventative health is more important than ever.Tom shares the story behind Doctor.ie – from its origins in digital health software to becoming a nationwide network of 15 walk-in clinics offering same-day GP access, health screening, telehealth, and specialist services. We explore how technology, nurses, and doctors work together to give patients real insight into their health, not just test results.With a strong focus on men’s health, the construction industry, and preventative care, Tom explains why Doctor.ie has partnered with Randox and what attendees can expect from their stand at the ICE Expo. The conversation also covers blood testing, wellness screening, TRT clinics, workplace pop-up health clinics, sports partnerships, and how early intervention can genuinely save lives.A must-listen for anyone interested in health, wellbeing, construction, or the future of occupational healthcare in Ireland.⏱️ Episode Timecodes00:00 – 00:02 Sponsor message & upcoming auction details00:02 – 00:03 Welcome to the Ice Expo Podcast00:03 – 01:20 Who is Tom Brown & how Doctor.ie began01:20 – 02:35 Merging digital health with walk-in GP clinics02:35 – 03:55 Health screening explained & why results matter03:55 – 04:45 Online services, telehealth & nationwide clinics04:45 – 05:35 Preventative healthcare & work-life balance05:35 – 06:45 Tom’s personal health journey & blood testing06:45 – 07:40 Understanding markers, lifestyle changes & results07:40 – 09:00 Partnership with Randox & ICE Expo involvement09:00 – 10:40 Focus on men’s health & the construction industry10:40 – 11:30 On-site blood testing & tailored health packages11:30 – 12:40 Family history, awareness & changing attitudes to health12:40 – 13:45 Why health belongs at trade shows like ICE Expo13:45 – 15:00 Sports partnerships & cardiac screening15:00 – 16:30 How often should you get blood tests?16:30 – 17:50 Making results easy to understand & patient pathways17:50 – 19:00 The role of nurses, doctors & health coaches19:00 – 20:30 Future plans for Doctor.ie & nationwide expansion20:30 – 22:00 Pop-up clinics for businesses & workplaces22:00 – 23:30 Community clubs, fundraising & accessible screening23:30 – 24:40 Final thoughts, ICE Expo preview & thanks24:40 – End Sponsor message & closing