The Good GP, the education podcast for busy GPs; brought to you by Dr Tim Koh, Dr Krystyna DeLange and Dr Sean Stevens. The Good GP is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network - the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Disclaimer: The Good GP podcasts are for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always seek the advice of ...
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Tackling Health Misinformation: Dr Preeya Alexander’s Multi-Faceted Approach to Health Education
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In this episode, host Dr Anna Mullins speaks with Dr Preeya Alexander, a GP based in Melbourne who is passionate about preventative health. Dr Alexander utilises social media to debunk health myths and provide reliable health information to the public. She is also the author of "Rainbow Plate," "Eat Sleep Play Love," and "Full Plate," and the host …
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What Lies Ahead for General Practice: Exploring the Future of GPs with Dr Michael Wright
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In this episode, host Dr Tim Koh welcomes back Dr Michael Wright, Chief Medical Officer for AVANT, for an insightful discussion on the future of general practice. Dr Wright brings his extensive experience and perspective, having grown up in a family of GPs and having served as a GP for over two decades. Dr Wright delves into the evolving landscape …
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Maximising Efficiency: How AI is Revolutionising GP Practices with Dr Michael Wright
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In this episode, host Dr. Tim Koh, joins Dr. Michael Wright, Chief Medical Officer for Avant to discuss the emerging role of artificial intelligence (AI) in general practice, specifically focusing on AI scribes. Dr. Wright outlines the benefits and potential risks of integrating AI scribes into medical practice. He highlights how AI scribes can enh…
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Digital Health Festival 2024: Medtech's Geoffrey Sayer on Transforming GP Software Systems
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In this episode of The Good GP, hosts Dr Tim Koh and Dr Sean Stevens speak with Geoffrey Sayer, CEO of Medtech, at the Digital Health Festival 2024. Geoffrey introduces Medtech, an electronic health record system designed to service practices in Australia and New Zealand, providing a comprehensive patient practice management system (PMS). Beginning…
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The Latest in Concussion Management: A Conversation with Dr Gill Cowen
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In this episode, host Dr Catherine Bourke is joined by Dr Gill Cowen, a multi-talented expert with roles including a senior lectureship at Curtin Medical School and a clinical research fellow at the Curtin Health Innovation Research Institute, to discuss advancements in concussion management. Defining concussion and elaborating on the latest Austra…
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Elbow Health: Managing Elbow Tendinopathies with Dr Chris Conyard
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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Anna Mullins welcomes back Dr Chris Conyard, an upper limb surgeon based in Brisbane, to discuss elbow tendinopathies. He shares his expertise on the natural history of elbow tendinopathies, their examination, and effective management strategies. They begin with an overview of elbow tendinopathies, including …
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Shoulder Health: Rotator Cuff Injuries and Frozen Shoulder with Dr Chris Conyard
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In this episode, Dr Anna Mullins speaks with Dr Chris Conyard, an orthopaedic surgeon with a fellowship in upper limb surgery, about the management of rotator cuff tears and frozen shoulders. Dr Conyard sheds light on the natural history of shoulder conditions, particularly the prevalence and progression of rotator cuff tears. He highlights the sig…
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Post Strep Glomerulonephritis: Diagnosis and Management Tips from Dr Allison Hempenstall
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In this episode, Dr Krystyna de Lange is joined again by Dr Allison Hempenstall, a General Practitioner and Public Health Physician from Far North Queensland, to discuss acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN). Dr Hempenstall begins by defining APSGN and explaining how it is an acute autoimmune kidney condition triggered by a group A st…
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Acute Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease: Key Insights from Dr Allison Hempenstall
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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Krystyna de Lange is joined by Dr Allison Hempenstall, a General Practitioner and Public Health Physician from Far North Queensland, to discuss acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease. Dr Hempenstall begins by defining acute rheumatic fever as an immunological response to group A streptococcus, whic…
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Toddler Sleep Troubles: Insights and Solutions from Dr Tim Jones
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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Krystyna de Lange welcomes back Dr Tim Jones, a General Practitioner and medical educator with a special interest in general paediatrics. Dr Jones shares his expertise on toddler sleep challenges, providing valuable insights and practical advice for GPs on how to address common sleep issues in young children.…
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Managing Menopausal Symptoms: Hormonal and Non-Hormonal Strategies with Dr. Marita Long
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In this episode, Dr Krystyna de Lange continues the conversation on menopause with Dr Marita Long, discussing pharmacological management for troublesome menopausal symptoms. Dr Long begins by addressing non-hormonal pharmacological options for women who either cannot use hormones or choose not to. She covers medications such as SNRIs (Venlafaxine o…
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Menopause Insights: Assessment and Non Pharmacological Management Strategies with Dr Marita Long
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In this episode of The Good GP Podcast, host Dr Krystyna de Lange welcomes back Dr Marita Long to discuss the important topic of menopause. With her extensive experience in women's health, Dr Long provides clear and concise definitions that help demystify the terminology surrounding menopause. Explaining key terms such as menopause, perimenopause, …
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Understanding the Intricacies of LFTs in Clinical Practice with Dr Chanika Ariyawansa
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In this episode of The Good GP, hosts Dr Sean Stevens and Dr Tim Koh are joined by Dr Chanika Ariyawansa, a WA-trained chemical pathologist with additional training in genetic pathology. Dr Ariyawansa, who holds significant roles in the Australian Association of Clinical Biochemistry, delves into the nuances of liver function tests (LFTs), explorin…
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Exploring Tuberculosis: A Deep Dive with Infectious Disease Expert Dr. Desmond Chih
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In this episode of The Good GP, guest host Dr Catherine Bourke engages with Dr Desmond Chih, an esteemed infectious disease physician and microbiologist, in a comprehensive discussion about tuberculosis (TB). Dr Chih offers an in-depth exploration of the distinctions between latent and active tuberculosis, drawing from his extensive experience at W…
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Identifying and Treating Thrombocytopenia: Expert Advice for GPs
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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Tim Koh welcomes distinguished guest Professor Chan Cheah, a clinical and laboratory-based haematologist with a special interest in lymphoma. Professor Cheah, who practises at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and works with Western Diagnostic Pathology, explores the challenges and considerations of managing thro…
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From City to Country: Michael Clements and Kaylene Girgenti on Adopting Rural Clinics
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In this episode, host Dr Sean Stevens welcomes Dr Michael Clements and Dr Kaylene Girgenti to discuss the practicalities and benefits of rural GP outreach. Dr Girgenti is a GP obstetrician with a unique practice split between Townsville and remote Karoombara Health Centre, which she commutes to by plane. Dr Clements is not only a pilot but also the…
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LARCs: Navigating Side Effects and Fertility Concerns with Dr Alison Creagh
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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Sean Stevens along with Dr Rebecca Goadby interview Dr Alison Creagh, renowned for her expertise in intimate partner violence and contraceptive management. Alison addresses managing the side effects of long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), focusing on contraceptive implants and intrauterine devices (…
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Exploring Progesterone Only Pills: Understanding Old and New Types with Dr Alison Creagh
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In this episode of The Good GP, Dr Sean Stevens and Dr Rebecca Goadby welcome Dr Alison Creagh to discuss the differences between older progesterone-only pills - such as levonorgestrel and norethisterone - and the newer drospirenone ones. Alison outlines how the older pills primarily work through cervical mucus and, to some extent, blocking ovulati…
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Addressing Intimate Partner Violence: A Conversation with Dr. Alison Creagh on The Good GP
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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Sean Stevens is joined by Dr Alison Creagh, a GP specialising in women's health and sexual and reproductive health, with over 20 years of experience in this field. Alison sheds light on the issue of intimate partner violence and its impact on the health of those affected, particularly women. She discusses how…
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The Evolving Landscape of Telehealth: GPs Adaptation, Challenges, and Legal Considerations
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In this episode, host Tim Koh is joined by Dr Michael Wright, Chief Medical Officer for Avant Mutual and Chair of RACGP Expert Committee on Funding and Health System Reform, to discuss the do's and don'ts of telehealth consulting. They delve into the guidelines set by the Medical Board of Australia, the legislative requirements for Medicare billing…
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Nirsevimab and the RSV Immunisation Strategy: The Good GP Special Episode
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In this episode of The Good GP, Dr Sean Stevens welcomes Dr Paul Effler, Medical Coordinator of the Communicable Disease Control Directorate in WA, to discuss the new RSV immunisation, Nirsevimab. They explore the differences between traditional vaccines and Nirsevimab, its effectiveness, safety, target group, and the likelihood of a national rollo…
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Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Care: Insights for GPs from Dr Sarah Heynemann
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In this episode of The Good GP, Dr Sean Stevens welcomes Dr Sarah Heynemann, a Melbourne-based early career medical oncologist and PhD candidate with Sydney Health Ethics, The University of Sydney. Dr Heynemann brings valuable insights into the changes in cancer care and cancer survivorship over the years. She discusses the impact of advances in ca…
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Occupational Silicosis: Identifying Risks and Providing Support as a GP
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In this episode of The Good GP, Dr. Krystyna de Lange is joined by Professor Lin Fritschi, an epidemiologist with expertise in occupational causes of cancer, to discuss the increasingly topical area of silicosis. They delve into the nature of silica dust, its harmful effects, and the occupational risks associated with it. Lin provides insights into…
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The Complexities of Polypharmacy: The Good GP with Deborah Hawthorne
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In this episode of The Good GP Podcast, host Dr Krystyna de Lange engages in a discussion with guest Deborah Hawthorne, a rural-based clinical pharmacist from Northeast Victoria, about the complexities of polypharmacy and the crucial need to reduce unnecessary medications. Deborah emphasises the integral role of GPs in coordinating patient care and…
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Top Tips for a Successful Placement in General Practice
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In this special episode of The Good GP, Dr Krystyna de Lange is joined by a number of doctors from current GPs in training through to experienced GPs and GP supervisors to share their top tips for having a successful placement in General Practice. Whether you are a GP in training just starting out, a GP supervisor or practice owner who supports tra…
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