Telehealth: Good for now, but not forever

In this episode, Kean-Seng Lim joins Ash, Bek and Charlotte to discuss where telehealth fits in the broader scheme of general practice, shedding a light on the fact telehealth cannot be a substitute for care long-term, but why it is considered an essential part of holistic care.

Telehealth update

The Good GP interviews Dr Aaron Chambers for an update on telehealth. It covers updates to the MBS for video consultations; tips for transitioning toward and undertaking video consultations; triaging patients; and an update on e-scripts and radiology requests.

Media in times of crisis with Dr Harry Nespolon

When dealing with the media, it isn’t always as smooth as it sounds and there can be relatively large unintended consequences. RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon joins Ash and Charlotte on this episode to discuss strategies and provide his top tips when dealing with the media in times of crisis.

Special COVID-19 podcast: Update 17 April 2020

General practice has evolved and undergone significant changes to the delivery of care since social distancing measure were implemented in Australia. In this episode, Ash, Bek and Charlotte discuss what the flattening of the curve means for the profession.

COVID-19 podcast: Ethical issues that arise in a pandemic

In this special podcast, The Good GP speaks with Professor Angus Dawson, who discusses ethical issues that arise in a pandemic, as well as the publication, An ethics framework for making resource allocation decisions within clinical care: Responding to COVID-19.

Disaster recovery

In this episode, hosts Dr Gillian Singleton and Dr Billy Stoupas discuss the vital role GPs play in frontline disaster recovery. During and after pandemics and natural disasters, the focus on protecting and supporting the lives and health of individuals and communities is often at the cost of GPs’ own wellbeing and business continuity. Sharing his experience from both sides, guest Dr Michael Clements offers advice to support GPs and communities.

COVID-19: Business resilience

In this episode, hosts Dr Billy Stoupas and Dr Gillian Singleton speak with Dr Todd Cameron, Acting Chair of the RACGP Specific Interests Business of General Practice network. He discusses the impact of COVID-19 on business operations and the introduction of telehealth, including the challenges and opportunities this has presented. There is also a Q&A session with Stephen Halmarick, Chief Economist at Commonwealth Bank.

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COVID-19: State of the Nation

In this episode, hosts Dr Gillian Singleton and Dr Billy Stoupas speak with Professor Michael Kidd, GP, Principal Medical Advisor to the Department of Health, and past RACGP President. We discuss Australia’s response to the COVID-19 crisis so far, including What we have done right and what we need to keep doing as GPs.

Coming soon: Generally Speaking

Generally Speaking is the new, engaging and insightful healthcare conversation for GPs. Join hosts Dr Gill and Dr Billy as they explore topics that matter to GPs and patients. Here’s an insight of the news, expert views, interviews and shared experiences coming to you.

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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.

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