How can GPs look after themselves in the wake of so much trauma? Dr Imaan Joshi reflects on what has worked for her in dealing with last week’s traumatic events.
Bad news should be delivered in person, not via a machine When a man in the US was told he was terminal via video – delivered by a robot – it highlighted inappropriate use of tech in healthcare.
Recovering from family violence – and using those techniques to help my patients Dr Imaan Joshi recently spoke about surviving family violence, raising children and gaining Fellowship. Now she writes about how she recovered from her trauma.
How can GPs help women manage polycystic ovary syndrome? GP Dr Carolyn Ee writes about what is a common but often under-recognised condition.
What would it take for me to participate in voluntary assisted dying? After decades of providing palliative care, Dr Horst Herb would be willing to be involved with legal voluntary assisted dying – as long as he knew the patient well. He reflects on that realisation following news that more Australians are seeking euthanasia overseas.
From mutineer to surgeon: The curious case of William Redfern Dr Gillian Riley tells the story of the first colonial doctor to be qualified in Australia.
The merit of second thoughts Reflecting on his clinical career, Dr Chris Hogan realises the importance of making – and learning from – mistakes.
Do they teach perfume dispensing in pharmacy school? RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon reminds pharmacists of GPs’ pivotal role as respected medical specialists in their communities.
Where is Australia’s shared vision for primary care? With a federal election on the horizon, Dr Edwin Kruys argues for better collaboration in primary care.
Surgical registrar’s ‘toxic’ experiences highlight need for change Overworking and exhaustion are common in young hospital doctors, and led Dr Yumiko Kadota to resign. GP Dr Evelyn Lewin reflects on her own training.