The Doctor Will See You Now: An Evening with Dr Nighat Arif
Join us at Our Bookshop for a special evening with Dr Nighat Arif, the resident GP from ITV’s This Morning, as she launches her vital new handbook: The Complete Guide to Family Health.
In an era of "Dr Google" and confusing medical jargon, Dr Nighat provides a breath of fresh air. This event is a rare opportunity to hear directly from an award-winning NHS veteran about how to navigate your family’s health with confidence, clarity, and calm.
| Date | Thursday 16th April 2026 | |
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| Time | 7:30 PM | |
| Venue | Our Bookshop | |
What the Evening Holds...
This isn’t just a book talk; it’s an essential toolkit for life. Dr Nighat will be discussing the practical, jargon-free advice found in her new guide, covering everything from:
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Navigating the GP System: How to actually get what you need from your next appointment.
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Inclusive Care: Recognizing skin conditions across all skin tones.
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Modern Ailments: Managing fatigue, Long Covid, and immune support.
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Mental Wellbeing: Identifying anxiety and knowing exactly when to seek help.
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The Vitals: Practical demos, including how to correctly check your blood pressure.
ABOUT DR NIGHAT ARIF
DR NIGHAT ARIF is a GP specialising in women’s health and an honorary fellow of the Royal College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. She has 18 years’ NHS experience and also runs her own private practice. Dr Nighat is a medical broadcaster on TV & radio, regularly appearing on ITV’s This Morning to consult on family health issues, hosting a podcast called “That Time Of The Month” which tackles taboo topics around women’s health, as well as being a content creator with YouTube Health, TikTok Creators Academy and the WHO Fides network.
In 2023, she received a Points of Light award from the Prime Minister for her work raising awareness of women’s health issues. In 2024 she was awarded the national ‘Woman of the Year’ at the Asian Achievers Awards for her work around equity in healthcare and she is the co-founder of The Health Collective. She is also a global keynote speaker advocating for equitable healthcare.
Dr Nighat is also the author of the bestselling title, The Knowledge: Your guide to female health from menstruation to the menopause.