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Dr Patrick Coleman shares some more interesting data and varied case studies about the benefits of iron infusions, that could be of assistance to some of your patients. His previous iron infusion video was published in June.

Professor Nicole Rinehart a Director at Krongold Clinic Melbourne, shares the importance of good sleep for Children with Autism. Sadly this is frequently a big problem, impacting not only on the child but parents and the wider family. There has been a lot of research in this area in recent years and Nicole shares some of the clinical outcomes. (Part 1 of 2)

Dr Patrick Coleman, a Nephrologist from Sydney's Northern beaches, explains how to interpret iron study results. He clarifies the relationship between Serum Ferritin, CRP and Transferrin Saturation levels to clarify this confusing and complicated area.

Dr Susan Barnett discusses strategies to reduce GP burnout. As an experienced psychotherapist she explains how easy it is to fall into the self-sacrifice trap in the belief that patient comes first. Susan points out the importance of peer supervision, and how little of it there currently is in Australia.

Dr Susan Barnett , based in Melbourne, discusses the importance of the 'Golden Minute' when consulting with patients. She stresses that body language, active listening, and the creation of a safe space by the GP is essential to a patient feeling that they are being genuinely heard.

Mr Jay Flack discusses the benefits of early of lung function testing before active treatment starts in Asthma, COPD and emphysema. He emphasises that this early referral is crucial if asthma is thought to be the diagnosis. He provides clarity around when to refer and which test is most appropriate, depending on what disease is suspected. He also provides the options available regarding testing pa...

Dr Teresa Towpik provides an overview of cannabis and the endocannabinoid system. She explains that different strains of cannabis have different medicinal properties and explains their mode of action. Whilst many practitioners won't have much experience using medicinal cannabis, it has an important role in the modulation of many physiological systems.

Pharmacist Anna Barwick shares information about a recently launched medication advice service called PharmOnline. This private service is available to patients out of hours and in rural areas who might need advice about aspects of their current medication regime.

Lyn Stone shares the treatment choices for language-based disorders. She explains that there are 4 phases of learning to read from pre-alphabetic through to the 4th phase of consolidated alphabetic. The crucial years for a child to learn to read are from 4 to 6 years. She shares the importance of referring to the correct practitioners to support a child that is having difficulties.

Associate Professor Shumack discusses treatment options for severe atopic dermatitis. He explains the incidence of atopic dermatitis, and the impact that this condition has on patients’ quality of life. After years of disappointing treatment options, he shares the marked improvement in new medication that has become available over the last couple of years.

Dr Anita Sharma and Dr Annika Smith present the 3rd and final part of their discussion covering the optimum management of Actinic Keratosis. They cover the importance of treating and the differences in field directed treatments.

Lyn Stone , a specialist in linguistics, provides an overview of dyslexia as well as discussing some misconceptions surrounding it. She explains which are the appropriate clinicians to refer a child to when they are suspected of having dyslexia. She also highlights some purported therapies that claim to 'cure dyslexia', but which have no scientific proof.

Dr Jay Flack reminds us about the actions that GPs can take to make their surgeries as 'safe' as possible from Covid. Whilst life is resuming normality there are constantly new variants, and he has some great suggestions to minimise further spread of this variants.   Note: This video was recorded in late 2022. Please check your official state health websites for the latest COVID-19 guidance.

Drs Anita Sharma and Annika Smith discuss "The Fundamentals of Field Cancerisation", the goals for treating Actinic Keratosis, the different treatments available and the practical implications of using the different options.

Dr Rawson in his 2 nd video explains the features of a melanoma pathology report. Covering the Breslow thickness, the Clark levels and when to have a discussion with a patient regarding when to do a sentinel node biopsy.

Dr Anita Sharma and Dr Annika Smith discuss the evolution of field cancerisation. Covering the prevalence and burden of Actinic Keratosis (AK), and the risk factors for developing AK.

In the last of 4 parts regarding sleep issues through the ages, Dr Teng discusses sleeping issues in adolescents. He has some interesting observations regarding why teenagers seem to want to sleep in late into the morning and offers solutions to remedy this issue.

Robert Best , CEO of MIMS Australia and New Zealand, discusses the changes implemented in February 2021 concerning Active Ingredient Prescribing which was introduced to achieve various objectives including the need to reduce the occurrence of accidental double dosing. He discusses some of the changes in the electronic prescribing systems and where the prescriber can discover more information shoul...

Elisse Higginbotham based in Perth, discusses the increasing cases of childhood Myopia and provides guidance as to when it is the appropriate time to refer these young people to specialists.

Dr John Best discusses how to examine a patient when one presents with hip discomfort. His tips will help exclude some possible diagnoses and include others.

Professor Arthur Teng, (Head of the Department of Sleep Medicine at the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick), shares his expertise regarding some common sleep issues in childhood. (Having shared his experience about babies and infants in earlier publications). This is the third of four parts.

Professor Stefan D. Anker , (Professor of Homeostasis in Cardiology & Metabolism based in Berlin), concludes his Q&A segment about heart failure in the presence of iron deficiency (ID). He covers symptomatic indicators of Iron Deficiency, as well as screening for, and treatment of, Iron Deficiency.

Dr John Vrazas is an interventionalist radiologist specialising in Womens' health in Melbourne. He explains how he treats women suffering from heavy menstrual bleeding resulting from uterine fibroids and adenomyosis by performing uterine fibroid embolization rather than the traditional hysterectomy. He further discusses the benefits of this procedure.

Professor Stefan D. Anker , (Professor of Homeostasis in Cardiology & Metabolism (based in Berlin), conducts a short Q and A segment in which he covers symptomatic indicators of Iron Deficiency, as well as screening and treatment of Iron Deficiency.

Prof. Nava Zisapel, Ph. D. , is a Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Neurim Pharmaceuticals (1991) Ltd. She is a Co-Founder and Chair-Person at RAD BioMed Ltd. Prof. Zisapel is a full professor at Tel-Aviv University with a specialization in Neuro-biochemistry and the incumbent of the Michael Gluck Chair in Neuropharmacology and ALS Research, USA. She authored with her students and collaborat...