How many cups of coffee a day is okay? It seems each year brings with it more research in favour of coffee consumption. Dr Evelyn Lewin examines the seemingly ever-expanding data.
Medicalese and the art of translation Associate Professor Chris Hogan reflects on patient communication, medical language and getting to the heart of what’s really going on.
MBS explanatory notes: What GPs need to know Dr Eleanor Chew breaks down the changes to MBS explanatory notes for diagnostic imaging, including patient and practitioner benefits.
Is it okay for GPs to cry at work? There are many reasons doctors can be brought to tears. Dr Evelyn Lewin asks the question: Is crying at work acceptable for GPs?
Old doc, new data: Ezetimibe Dr Casey Parker weighs up the pros and cons of new data on a medication for high cholesterol.
Doctors and ‘appalling’ behaviour Dr Imaan Joshi reflects on the recent case of a doctor’s incendiary online comments on domestic and sexual violence.
Inside and outside the consulting room: GP opinion in 2019 Observant by nature, GPs’ thoughts and feelings extend well beyond the confines of the practice.
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.
Old doc, new disease: Anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis Dr Casey Parker reflects on an intriguing presentation that made him ask: What else do I not know?
Why down-scheduling medicines is fraught with danger Assoc Prof Mark Morgan questions whether a push to make more prescription-only medicines available over the counter is best for patients.