Primary Care Masterclass Podcast

In today's podcast, Professor Eubin Moodley from the University of Western Australia presents a thorough examination of strategies to halt idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). He draws parallels between astrophysics and respiratory health, emphasizing the critical role of early lung disease screening akin to the "Big Bang." Professor Moodley discusses interstitial lung abnormalities (ILA), the sig...

Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain Dr Kenneth Leong Are your patients waiting years for an endometriosis diagnosis? In this episode from My Health Academy, gynecologist and fertility specialist Dr. Kenneth Leong explains why laparoscopy is no longer required for an initial diagnosis. Discover how the latest guidelines empower GPs to make clinical diagnoses based on symptoms and start empirical treatm...

Family planning, Conception & Adolescent Gynaecology with Dr Isabella Dos Anjos Siqueira Despite high contraception use, why do so many Australian women still experience unintended pregnancies? In this episode from My Health Academy, gynecologist and fertility specialist Dr. Isabella Dos Anjos Siqueira explains why the gap between perfect and typical use of standard contraceptives is failing p...

In this episode, breast radiologist Dr. Daniel Lee breaks down BreastScreen Australia's guidelines on dense breast notifications. If your patients frequently ask about their breast density, this episode is a must-listen. Discover how to accurately assess breast cancer risk using tools like iPrevent and Tyrer-Cuzick. Learn the pros, cons, and costs of Contrast-Enhanced Mammography (CEM) versus Brea...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the General Practice Clinical Sessions podcast, brought to you by My Health Academy, Dr. James Tang shares his expert insights into the early identification, risk stratification, and contemporary management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in primary care. This session translates specialist knowledge into practical, evidence-based strategies to help general pract...

Don't miss an episode, join our email list - https://www.armchairmedical.tv/signup Is Time Still Brain? A Multidisciplinary Deep Dive into Modern Stroke Care Can you confidently distinguish a true stroke from a mimic in a busy clinic or packed waiting room? And once a stroke is suspected, what is the absolute fastest route to life-saving treatment? In this episode, we sit down with a multidiscipli...

Fatigue in focus: Iron, & B12 with Assoc Prof Chris Barnes Fatigue is one of the most common presentations in primary care. In this episode from My Health Academy, hematologist Assoc Prof Chris Barnes provides a fresh pathology perspective on investigating this complex symptom. Discover how to accurately interpret iron studies—especially when ferritin acts as an unreliable acute phase reactant...

Episode Title: Endometriosis, Chronic Pelvic Pain with Dr. Jenny Cook Episode Summary: Recorded live in Sydney at the MyHealth Academy Women's Health in Primary Care Conference, this episode of the General Practice Clinical Sessions podcast features Dr. Jenny Cook, a gynecologist with 25 years of experience specializing in IVF and advanced laparoscopy. Dr. Cook provides a deep dive into the clinic...

Episode Title: Weight Management in Perimenopausal and Menopausal Women with Dr. Angela Kwong Episode Summary: Recorded live in Sydney at the Women's Health in Primary Care Conference organised by MyHealth Academy, this episode of the General Practice Clinical Sessions podcast features Dr. Angela Kwong, a GP and the RACGP NSW state lead for obesity management. Dr. Kwong explores the physiological...

Episode Title: Peri & Menopausal Hormone Treatments with Dr. Kelly Teagle Episode Summary: Recorded live in Sydney at the MyHealth Academy Women's Health in Primary Care Conference, this episode of the General Practice Clinical Sessions podcast features Dr. Kelly Teagle. As a GP specializing in women's health, founder of the Wellfam Telehealth Menopause Clinic, and someone who experienced earl...

Episode Title: Demystifying Breast Reconstruction: What Every GP Needs to Know with Dr Lily Vrtik Episode Description: Are all breast cancer patients suitable for reconstruction, or is that just a common myth? Do your patients expect breast reconstruction to be a simple, single surgery? In today's episode, a Brisbane-based plastic surgeon breaks down the biggest myths surrounding breast reconstruc...

Metabolic associated fatty liver disease Dr Thora Chai Dr. Thora Chai, an endocrinologist and lecturer, presents a thorough analysis of metabolic dysfunction associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), highlighting its redefined diagnostic criteria that now include hepatic steatosis along with risk indicators such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. The lecture emphasizes the prevalence of MAFLD worldwide...

This podcast features Dr Shanthini Seelan, Sarah Driscoll, Jasmine Glennan and Aruni Ratnayake. It discusses the critical topics of early detection and management of pre-diabetes are explored through insights from various speakers. Dr Shanthini Seelan highlights the alarming prevalence of diabetes in Australia and underscores the necessity of proactive screening, particularly in diverse communitie...

This podcast, presented by Professor Connie Katelaris from the University of Sydney, explores the complexities of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) with nasal polyps, particularly its relationship with asthma, often viewed as a neglected aspect in respiratory medicine. Professor Katelaris, a distinguished figure in immunology and allergy, breaks down the presentation into several critical components, b...

Guest: Professor Nicholas Zwar , Executive Dean of Medicine at Bond University, experienced GP, and Chair of the RACGP Travel Medicine Specific Interest Group. Episode Summary With international travel rebounding to pre-pandemic levels, GPs remain the primary source of travel health advice for 80-90% of prospective travelers. In this episode, Professor Nicholas Zwar provides a comprehensive update...

This General Practice Clinical Session reviews current immunisation guidance for winter wellness, covering COVID-19, RSV, shingles, Japanese encephalitis virus, MMR and influenza. It explains eligibility, timing, co-administration and catch-up advice for these vaccines, including maternal RSV vaccination, nirsevimab use in infants, and influenza vaccination in pregnancy and higher-risk groups. It...

In this episode, we sit down with Brisbane-based plastic surgeon Dr. Lily Vrtik to discuss everything General Practitioners need to know about managing patients with breast implants. With regulations from July 2023 requiring patients to obtain a GP referral for cosmetic procedures, it is more important than ever for primary care providers to be confident in counseling these patients. Dr. Vrtik deb...

Insulin in Practice Turning Glucose Insights into Safer, Smarter Care Jaybee Serrano The podcast focuses on the transformative impact of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) technology on insulin therapy, highlighting a shift towards proactive and precision-based diabetes management. It discusses how CGM provides real-time glucose data to enhance safety and personalize insulin strategies, demonstra...

In today's podcast, Professor Paul Reynolds examines the role of biomarkers in evaluating idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), emphasizing their diagnostic and prognostic potential. This podcast was recorded live at the Monash Lung and Sleep Institute: COPD, Interstitial lung diseases, upper airway pathologies and occupational lung diseases State of the Art Symposium in Melbourne. ----------------...

Dr Hoie Kidd Leong podcast on ADHD medication management emphasizes diagnosis, pre-medication evaluations, stimulant options, careful dosage, and the importance of patient education for optimal treatment outcomes, outlining essential steps from diagnosis to treatment optimization. Key topics include a thorough pre-medication workup focusing on the patient's history, cardiovascular health, and nece...

Professor Stephen Touyz In this episode, Professor Stephen Touyz focuses on binge eating disorder and its unique challenges. He describes his collaboration with the Australian College of General Practitioners to create training modules on binge eating disorder, emphasizes the emotional significance of eating, and contrasts binge eating disorder with anorexia nervosa. Touyz presents alarming epidem...

As melanoma in situ (MIS) diagnoses rise, concerns about overdiagnosis are growing — with real implications for patients, clinicians and the health system. In this episode of our podcast Melanoma Insights for Professionals, experts from dermatology, pathology, psychology and research come together to explore the drivers of overdiagnosis, the psychological impact of an MIS label, and the role of em...

In this General Practice Clinical session, we are joined by Dr. Sarah McMahon, a pediatric endocrinologist, to unpack the latest updates to the international guidelines for Turner syndrome care. Designed to serve as a comprehensive roadmap for clinicians, Dr. McMahon breaks down the extensive checklist of 47 health surveillance recommendations that span a patient's entire lifespan. She discusses c...

In this General Practice podcast , we are joined by Professor Claus Gravholt, a leading international authority on Turner syndrome, to discuss critical new epidemiological and genomic findings. This episode challenges the assumption that Turner syndrome is exclusively a pediatric diagnosis. Surprisingly, the median age of diagnosis is 15 years old, with many females diagnosed late in adulthood or...

In this General Practice podcast, we welcome Professor Gerry Conway, a leading UK-based endocrinologist, to explore the long-term adult care of Turner syndrome. Moving beyond pediatric growth, Professor Conway dives into crucial updates on managing the "adult phenotype," specifically focusing on liver health, comorbidities, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). A major highlight of this episode i...