Canned Carrott (1990–1995)
I’m not joking, but Jasper Carrott could quite possibly be my favourite comedian. It’s hard to pick a particular series or programme of his as my favourite, but I’m going for Canned Carrott as it’s probably the one I saw…
Laughter is the best medicine. Probably.
Laughter is the best medicine. Probably.
Films and television that somehow found their way into The Reluctant Patient – from medical moments and memorable scenes to the comedy and storytelling that influenced the stories.
I’m not joking, but Jasper Carrott could quite possibly be my favourite comedian. It’s hard to pick a particular series or programme of his as my favourite, but I’m going for Canned Carrott as it’s probably the one I saw…
Watching Casualty probably isn't the best preparation for someone already reluctant to seek medical attention.
I’m a long time James Bond fan, although never really gelled with the Daniel Craig era. Die Another Day was Pierce Brosnan’s fourth and final Bond film and gained mixed reviews. However, I liked it. It made quite a lot…
Growing old isn't for the faint-hearted. Captain Kirk isn't particularly keen on it either.
Please state the nature of the medical emergency. How long have you got?
Perhaps Basil Fawlty should have listened to his doctors. The Reluctant Patient can see the problem with that immediately.
Don't Panic. This is excellent advice. The Reluctant Patient has occasionally had difficulty following it.
He's not a medical professional. He's a very naughty boy.
The greatest trick The Reluctant Patient ever pulled was convincing himself he didn't need to see a doctor.