Mark Cox

Dr. Mark Cox is a dedicated Emergency Doctor with the NHS, currently active in London's emergency departments. His medical career has seen him progress through various roles within the NHS, demonstrating a continuous commitment to frontline healthcare. theorg

Beyond his clinical practice, Mark is a passionate entrepreneur and co-founder of Orli, a digital platform focused on children's mental wellbeing. He was inspired by his experiences as an A&E doctor witnessing mental health challenges in young people and his own struggles with burnout. Orli uses gamification and digital avatars to help children aged 7-11 build emotional awareness and self-regulation skills, and has successfully secured seed funding. techinformed+2

Mark is also the founder and host of 'The Straight Talking Dr' podcast, a platform dedicated to simplifying mental health topics and empowering individuals with tools for coping with life's challenges. Through inspiring interviews and discussions, he aims to bring clarity, hope, and inspiration to promote a happier and healthier life, leveraging his personal and professional experiences in mental health advocacy. spotify+3

He contributes to charity as a Director and Foundation Trustee for The OddBalls Foundation, actively participating in operations and educational initiatives, particularly focusing on raising awareness and breaking the stigma around testicular cancer. theorg+1

Mark is a strong advocate for lifestyle medicine and mental health, areas he focused on during his medical studies at Newcastle University. His expertise includes men's health, exercise and fitness, gut health, and healthy eating, which he promotes through his various platforms. anatome+1