Onthewards: Onthepods

This podcast is a panel discussion on the topic of indigenous communication in the healthcare setting. Effective communication with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is essential for culturally safe, holistic, and appropriate healthcare delivery. Jessica Johanssen, Thomas Henry and Talila Milroy are three Aboriginal junior doctors working and training across Australia who discuss how to introduce yourself and set up your interview with an Indigenous patient, Indigenous concepts of health and wellbeing and important components of health education and management. Summary Writer:  Talila Milroy, Thomas Henry Script Writers:  Jessica Johannsen, Talila Milroy, Thomas Henry Interviewer:  Jules Willcocks Panelists:  Talila Milroy, Thomas Henry, Jessica Johannsen About Dr Jules Willcocks Jules Willcocks is an Emergency Medicine Physician consultant and the Director of Prevocational Education and Training at Gosford Hospital. His interest is in bringing out the best in people principally through mentor

Jules Willcocks interviews John Scott on the topic of compassion in medicine. Practising compassionate and empathetic patient care can benefit doctors. In this podcast, Jules and John discuss the evidence that shows how doctors' compassion can make huge differences to patient outcomes, but also to doctors' health and wellbeing. Jules and John chat about why compassion should be an integral part of your day to day practice. Summary Writer:  Lucy Coles Script Writer:  Jules Willcocks and John Scott Editor:  Jules Willcocks Interviewer:  Jules Willcocks Interviewee:  John Scott About Dr John Scott John Scott is an Emergency Physician working on the Central Coast of New South Wales. A naturally optimistic, outgoing and energetic person he was quite shocked to find himself burnt out and depressed at the end of his advanced training in Emergency Medicine. To overcome this unpleasant condition much research and soul searching has lead to John’s passion for mindfulness meditation, the field of positive psycho

Svetha Rao talks to Louis Angelopoulos about what constitutes infertility, common causes and how to approach a couple who presents with infertility. Summary Writer:  Jane McDonnell Script Writer:  Jane McDonnell, Svetha Rao Editor:  Svetha Rao Interviewee:  Louis Angelopoulos About Dr Svetha Rao Dr Svetha Rao is a third-year Obstetrics and Gynaecology trainee. She calls Sydney home and is undergoing her basic training through Liverpool hospital. Svetha loves the high risk and high reward aspect of obstetrics.  Aside from catching babies, she enjoys long walks on the beach and working on her down-facing dog. About Dr Louis Angelopoulos Dr Louis Angelopoulos is a Staff Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Gosford General Hospital, Central Coast, NSW, Australia. After graduating from medicine in South Africa at Stellenbosch University, Louis commenced his Obstetrics & Gynaecology training in 2003 in the Oxford Deanery of England, working in hospitals in the Thames Valley, completing his Certifi

Summary Writer:  Lucy Coles Script Writer:  Becky Taylor and Emma Watson Editor: Becky Taylor Interviewer:  Emma Watson Interviewee:  Becky Taylor The COVID-19 pandemic has led to vast changes in how healthcare is delivered. This has left many pregnant patients uncertain of how their care through pregnancy and delivery will be affected. Becky Taylor speaks to Emma Watson, who is currently nearing the end of her pregnancy, about pregnancy and COVID-19 to answer some common questions and concerns. About Emma Watson Emma Watson has worked as the antimicrobial stewardship pharmacist at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital for 6 years. She has a Master of Pharmacy and a Bachelor of Biotechnology from the University of Newcastle. She is particularly interested in infectious diseases and infection control and is passionate about the appropriate use of antimicrobials in all aspects of medicine. Emma enjoys travelling, swimming and dragon boating and prior to falling pregnant was starting to get into running. She recen

Summary Writer:  Edward Brentnall Script Writer:  Amanda Walker Editor:  Amanda Walker A talk by Associate Professor Amanda Walker from onthewards conference discussing the practicalities of end of life care, warning signs that a patient is dying, what to consider, say, be, and chart as a doctor. About Amanda Walker Amanda Walker is a Specialist in Palliative Medicine. She is also working as a Senior Clinical Advisor at the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare. Furthermore, Amanda has worked at the NSW Clinical Excellence Commission developing programs addressing diagnostic errors and end of life care. She has previously worked as a clinician, educator, and administrator in South Western Sydney.

Summary Writer:  Theoni Haralabopoulos Script Writer:  Allison Hempenstall Editor:  Allison Hempenstall Interviewer:  Allison Hempenstall Interviewee:  Rebekah Ledingham Allison Hempenstall speaks with Rebekah Ledingham about working as a rural General Practitioner in Broome, Western Australia. About Dr Allison Hempenstall Dr Allison Hempenstall is an ACRRM Registrar currently working on Thursday Island. Her interests include public health, tropical medicine and medical education. About Dr Rebekah Ledingham Dr Rebekah Ledingham is a Rural Generalist and medical educator in Broome, Western Australia. She is passionate about Aboriginal health and committed to Closing the Gap and supporting an increasing number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the health workforce. She is also a keen advocate for well-being of medical students and doctors in training and would like to see a more nurturing, flexible system in which to grow our future workforce. She founded the online group Medical Mums and

Summary Writer:  Eloise Sobels Script Writer:  Elizabeth Campbell Editors:  Elizabeth Campbell and Isabel Hanson Interviewer:  Elizabeth Campbell Interviewee:  Isabel Hanson Elizabeth Campbell chats to Isabel Hanson about general practice training and the perks and challenges of a career as a General Practitioner as well as junior doctor wellbeing. About Dr Elizabeth Campbell Dr Elizabeth Campbell is a General Practice Registrar in Sydney, Australia. She studied medicine at the University of Sydney, and completed an undergraduate degree in classical piano at Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Elizabeth is interested in medical education and mentorship. About Dr Isabel Hanson Dr Isabel Hanson is a General Practice Registrar with The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Her interests include public policy, preventative health, medical humanities, and doctors' wellbeing. Outside of the clinic, Isabel is a published writer, yoga teacher, and Co-Founder of the 'Feel Good' staff choir at Royal Princ

Summary Writer:  Theoni Haralabopoulos and Edward Brentnall Script Writer:  Ben Nguyen and Mickey Xie Editor:  Ben Nguyen and  Mikey Xie Interviewer:  Ben Nguyen Interviewee:  Mickey Xie Mikey Xie chats to Ben Nguyen about his experience as the COVID-19 registrar to give everyone a better understanding of what is happening at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, how patients with COVID-19 are being managed in the hospital and what the role of the COVID-19 team is. About Dr Ben Nguyen Dr Ben Nguyen is currently a Respiratory Registrar at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. He studied medicine at the University of Sydney prior to internship and completed his residency and Basic Physician Training at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. About Dr Mikey Xie Dr Mikey Xie is currently a Basic Physician Trainee at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. He graduated from the University of New South Wales and completed his internship and residency at Liverpool Hospital.

Script Writer:  Anna McLean and Laura Glenn Editor:  Laura Glenn Interviewer: Anna McLean Interviewee:  Laura Glenn Anna McLean chats to Laura Glenn about how to recognise and manage a deteriorating COVID-19 positive patient. About Dr. Anna McLean Dr. Anna McLean is a Respiratory and Sleep Advanced Trainee at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Australia. She is a Clinical Lecturer with the University of Sydney and has had a long-standing interest in the medical education and pastoral care of both medical students and junior medical officers. About Dr. Laura Glenn Dr. Laura Glenn is a final year Advanced Trainee in Respiratory Medicine and is also undertaking a PhD with The University of Sydney in the field of interstitial lung disease. She has a strong interest in education and clinical leadership, and is an Associate Clinical Lecturer with The University of Sydney Medical School.

Summary Writer:  Alexandra Bolger Script Writer:  Josh Pillemer Editor:  Josh Pillemer In this podcast, Josh Pillemer talks about blood gases. “What does the gas show?” A simple question you hope nobody EVER asks you! In fact, the world of acid-base is an intimidating monster that terrifies even the most seasoned ward doctors. Even though acid-base is impossible to understand, there are some tips that can help make the interpretation of blood gases less daunting. About Dr. Josh Pillemer Josh Pillemer is an Intensive Care Fellow at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney. Although he thoroughly enjoys the excitement and stimulation of ICU medicine, he is learning that it’s the quieter moments spent with patients and their families that matter the most.

James chats with Commander Chloe Ryan from the Royal Australian Navy about underwater medicine.  As a result, you will learn more about diving medicine and what a career working as a medical officer in the Navy can look like. About Commander Chloe Ryan Commander Chloe Ryan joined the Navy in 2004 as an Undergraduate Medical Officer. Subsequently, she graduated from James Cook University in 2007. Moreover, Chloe has enjoyed a range of postings both at sea and ashore. For instance, she has deployed extensively in both RAN ships at sea and in the joint land environment. Chloe has served as: the Officer in Charge of the Submarine and Underwater Medicine Unit – East, and Senior Medical Advisor for Diving Medicine, J07 HQ JTF633. She is currently the Senior Clinical Advisor to the Director of Navy Health and SO1 Health Policy and Governance. Furthermore, Chloe’s qualifications include: a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Master of Health Administration, and a Master of Military and Defence Studies.

Elie Matar chats with Abhijit Pal about completing medical fellowships overseas. We specifically look at the highlights, challenges, and logistics to expect when considering taking on such a fellowship. As a medical student, you will usually undertake a clinical fellowship in the third year of specialty training. It'll be after the completion of two core clinical training years in Australia. A fellowship can be undertaken either in Australia or overseas. It might depend on the nature of the training program. About fellowships overseas Overseas fellowships would usually be non-core training. But, check this with your college as there are exceptions. There are many factors to consider when thinking about a fellowship overseas. For instance, where to go, who to contact, and getting the job. This podcast explores these factors and looks at the highlights, challenges, and logistics. We will also discuss the wealth of experiences you gain by throwing yourself into a new and different healthcare system on an overs

Script Writer:  Carla Roscoe Interviewee:  Michael Reade James sits down with Brigadier Michael Reade from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) to discuss combat medicine and blood preservation. Above all, Brigadier Reade has a wide range of expertise and experience in this area. His ambition is to establish the ADF as a major contributor to military trauma research and to ensure the ADF’s policies, training and equipment lead world best-practice. In this podcast, you will learn more about combat medicine and the interesting and varied career options in the Defence Force. Brigadier Reade holds the following positions: Australian Defence Force Professor of Military Medicine and Surgery, Joint Health Command, Assistant Surgeon General – Army, Director of General Health Reserve-Army, and Specialist Anaesthetist and Intensive Care Physician. About Brigadier Michael Reade Michael is the inaugural ADF Professor of Military Medicine and Surgery. This is a Defence-Industry co-operation position establishe

Summary Writer: Eloise Sobels Script Writers: Carla Roscoe and Angus Pagett Editor: Angus Pagett Interviewee: Nicola Boyd James chats to Squadron Leader Nicola Boyd about her experience in the Royal Australian Air Force, specifically around aviation medicine, education and career path options available for aviation medicine. About Nicola Boyd Squadron Leader Nicola Boyd commissioned into the Royal Australian Air Force in January 2008 under the Graduate Medical Program. Previously, she had a career as an Occupational Therapist. On completion of her medical degree in 2011, she completed two years of civilian hospital training. Squadron Leader Boyd attended Officer Training School in 2014. After that, she has enjoyed postings as an Aviation Medical Officer to 2 Expeditionary Health Squadron (2EHS) and 1 Expeditionary Health Squadron (1EHS). Furthermore, Nicola spent a period as Officer in Charge at 1EHS Detachment East Sale. She later returned to 2EHS as Senior Medical Officer. Nicola deployed to the Middl

Summary Writer:  Divya Iyer Script Writer:  Kate Kearney Graham Editor:  Sean Lal Interviewee:  Sean Lal James Edwards chats to Dr Sean Lal about heart failure. Sean Lal is a clinical academic cardiologist at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and the University of Sydney, NSW, Australia. He undertook his training at the University of Sydney, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Sean's clinical and research interests are in heart failure.

Summary Writer:  Jane McDonnell Script Writer:  Kate Kearney Graham Editor:  Sean Lal Interviewee:  Sean Lal James Edwards chats to Dr Sean Lal about heart failure. Sean Lal is a clinical academic cardiologist at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and the University of Sydney, NSW, Australia. He undertook his training at the University of Sydney, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Sean's clinical and research interests are in heart failure.

Summary Writer:  Divya Iyer Script Writer:  Katherine Spira Editor:  Katherine Spira Interviewee:  Katherine Spira James Edwards chats to Dr Katherine Spira about stroke mimics. Katherine is a neurologist working in private practice and at Prince of Wales Hospital, New South Wales, Australia. She has special interests in Headache and Obstetric Neurology. She completed her training in February 2018, having previously worked as a Junior Medical Officer at Liverpool Hospital, a Basic Physician Trainee in the Prince of Wales Network, and an Advanced Trainee at Blacktown, Prince of Wales and Royal Prince Alfred hospitals. Katherine loves looking after patients, medical education and being a mum to two beautiful baby girls.