Understanding eczema: Types, classification and presentation Dr Ian Coulson, a consultant dermatologist from the United Kingdom, provides an overview of eczema and the differences of eczema and dermatitis.
Live from GP24: Sleep apnea insights Recorded live at GP24 in Perth, Associate Professor Ramesh Balasubramaniam and Dr Francesco Piccolo speak about the management of obstructive sleep apnea.
Autism in the paediatric population The Good GP interviews GP Dr James Best to explore autism in the paediatric population, how it might present in general practice, approaching the consult, preparing parents, and the resources and screening tools available.
Reflective writing for doctor wellbeing The Good GP interviews GP, medical educator and published author Dr Hilton Koppe on reflective writing in general practice and its role in doctor wellbeing.
CT Coronary Calcium Scores In Cardiovascular Risk Assessment Dr Vance Manins, a cardiologist with a special interest in advanced cardiac failure and cardiac imaging, explains the difference between CT coronary calcium scores and CT coronary angiography.
Doctors and suicide In this special episode of The Good GP, Dr Sean Stevens speaks with Dr Helen Wilcox and Caroline Morling on doctors mental health and suicide. In memory of Dr Jono Morling, this episode covers the important issue of doctors mental health and suicide. Jono's wife, Caroline, bravely shares Jono's story with the aim of helping other doctors. Resources to assist doctors in need: Doctor's Health Advisory Services provide a confidential, anonymous, 24 hour/7 days a week advice line in each Australian state, staffed by doctors, for doctors and medical students with health or personal problems. You will receive a response from a doctor within 4 hours of a call. Doctor's Health Services: ACT - 02 9437 6552 NT - 08 8366 0250 SA - 08 8366 0250 VIC - 03 9280 8712 NSW - 02 9437 6552 QLD - 07 3833 4352 TAS - 1800 991 997 WA - 08 9321 3098 If it is an emergency and you need to speak to someone immediately then call Lifeline on 131 114.
Venous disease The Good GP interviews vascular surgeon Dr Samantha Peden on venous ulcers and chronic venous insufficiencies.
Nutritional support for bariatric surgery Accredited practicing dietitian Annalie Houston discusses considerations in the lead up to surgery, what to expect in the post-operative phase, monitoring vitamin and mineral deficiencies and supplements, and complications and risks.
Eye disease with Vision Australia This episode includes an interview with Nabill Jacob, orthoptist and relationships manager for Vision Australia, which covers common adult and paediatric eye diseases, as well as the conditions of which GPs should be aware.
COVID-19 special In this special episode, The Good GP interviews Professor Paul Effler, Senior Medical Advisor, Communicable Disease Control Directorate in the Department of Health, on the current COVID-19 pandemic. This podcast covers: flattening the curve and what Australia can learn from other countries the current implications and recommendations for recovered cases (particularly for recovered GPs) and immunity preparing patients at higher risk or with comorbidities. Please note: this episode was recorded on Tuesday 17 March 2020. As information on COVID-19 changes daily, some of the advice in this podcast may no longer be current by the time of listening.