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PodMD

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Beginning in 2018, PodMD creates medical podcasts by doctors for doctors. It is a joint initiative between A/Prof Sean Mackay, (Melbourne-based surgeon) and Caroline Chaplin, (Director of RWS, a management company assisting doctors in private practice across Australia). PodMD provides convenient, bite-sized, educational medical podcasts for doctors to stay reliably informed and clinically up-to-date.
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Episodes

Thyroid Nodules

In this episode of PodMD, Head and Neck Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist and General Surgeon Dr Jingyi Cao will be discussing the topic of thyroid nodules. We discuss how GPs should start the evaluation of thyroid nodules, TIRADS, interpretation of Bethesda categories, clear referral triggers, and more.

Nov 27, 202510 min

Salivary Gland Tumours and Stones

In this episode of PodMD, Head and Neck Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist and General Surgeon Dr Jingyi Cao will be discussing the topic of salivary gland tumours and stones. We discuss what salivary gland tumours and stones are, how they typically present, initial work up in general practice, their management, and more.

Nov 27, 202510 min

2025/26 NAB Health Insights Report (Part 1) - A 'scorecard' of Australian consumers' attitudes to healthcare today

In this episode of PodMD, NAB’s Head of Behavioural and Industry Economics and author of the NAB Health insights report, Dean Pearson, will be discussing the 2025/26 NAB Health Insights Report (Part 1). We discuss the key findings of the report, including Australians' satisfaction with healthcare in Australia, mental health, visitation, patients' perception of the "value" of health practitioners, and more. ⁠2026/25 NAB Health Insights Report (Part 1)...

Nov 19, 202521 min

Peri-Menopause - Episode 1

In this episode of PodMD, Endocrinologist A/Prof Kevin Lee will be discussing the topic of Peri-Menopause with Dr Pritinesh Singh and Caroline Chaplin. They discuss what peri-menopause is, common presentations and case scenarios, how GPs can provide support for their patients, and more. Resource: A Practitioner's Toolkit for Managing Menopause (source: Monash University)

Oct 30, 202523 min

Gallbladder Polyps

In this episode of PodMD, General Surgeon and Gastrointestinal Endoscopist Dr Manzoor Abbas will be discussing the topic of gallbladder polyps. We discuss what gallbladder polyps are, how they typically present, risk factors, treatment options and more.

Oct 06, 20258 min

Egg Freezing

In this episode of PodMD, Fertility Specialist & Gynaecologist Dr Yousif Alyousif will be discussing the topic of Egg Freezing. We discuss what egg freezing is, how patients requiring egg freezing typically present, its risks and efficacy and more.

Sep 18, 202513 min

Stages and Symptoms of Menopause

In this episode of PodMD, Specialist Menopause and Menstruation Wellness Coach, Dr Baljit Kaur Rana will be discussing the topic of the Stages and Symptoms of Menopause.

Jul 30, 202522 min

Menstrual and Reproductive Challenges

In this episode of PodMD, Specialist Menopause and Menstruation Wellness Coach, Dr Baljit Kaur Rana will be discussing the topic of Menstrual and Reproductive Challenges.

Jul 10, 202521 min

Therapeutics for Optometrists: Glaucoma

In this episode of PodMD, General Ophthalmologist, Dr Jerome Ha will be discussing the topic of Therapeutics for Optometrists: Glaucoma.

Jul 04, 202513 min

Evaluating Abnormal Liver Function Tests

In this episode of PodMD, Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist Dr Matt Kitson will be discussing the topic of evaluating abnormal liver function tests (LFT). We discuss important initial clinical factors to assess for in patients, different patterns of LFT derangement, warning signs a GP can look out for, and more.

Jun 23, 202512 min

Management of Post-Surgical Pain

In today's episode of PodMD, Pain Medicine Physician & Interventional Pain Specialist Dr Akilan Velayudhan will be discussing the topic of management of post-surgical pain.

Jun 12, 202511 min

IT in Private Practice: What Doctors Need to Consider When Starting Out

In this episode of PodMD, Bhavdeep Suva of Apex Cyber will be discussing the topic of IT in private practice and what doctors need to consider when starting out. We discuss the purpose of IT in private practice, the kind of planning that doctors should do with their IT provider before starting, the first IT-related decisions that should be made prior to starting private practice, and more.

Jun 04, 202513 min

Patient Work Up for Obesity Surgery

In this episode of PodMD, Melbourne-based surgeon, Associate Professor Sean Mackay will be discussing the topic of Patient Work Up for Obesity Surgery.

May 16, 20258 min

Navigating the Legal Side of Private Practice

In this episode of PodMD, Founder and Principal Lawyer Jackson Barret from Barret and Co Legal will be discussing the topic of navigating the legal side of private practice.

May 16, 202518 min

Financial Health Checks

In this episode of PodMD, Certified Financial Planner, Simon Hepson from Oxlade Financial will be discussing the topic of; Financial Health Checks.

May 01, 202513 min

Should I Go Into Rooms With Someone Else

In this episode of PodMD, Director of RWS and Co-Founder of PodMD, Caroline Chaplin will be discussing the topic of; Should I Go Into Rooms With Someone Else.

May 01, 20256 min

Patient Selection Obesity Surgery

In this episode of PodMD, Melbourne-based surgeon and researcher, Dr Sean Mackay will be discussing the topic of patient selection obesity surgery.

Feb 27, 20259 min

Photography In Private Practice

In this episode of PodMD, Director of RWS (Rooms With Style), Caroline Chaplin will be discussing the topic of photography in your private practice. We discuss the importance of photography, what kind of photos to use, outlines of timeframes and more.

Feb 27, 202511 min

Closing Your Practice

In this episode of PodMD, Director of RWS (Rooms with Style), Caroline Chaplin will be discussing the topic of closing your practice. We discuss the factors to consider, clinical responsibilities for doctors and more!

Feb 27, 202517 min

Self Care When Retiring

In this episode of PodMD, Director of RWS (Rooms With Style), Caroline Chaplin will be discussing the topic of self care when retiring. We discuss the importance of self care when retiring as a medical specialist, what to consider, how to establish your likes/dislikes, how to find a sense of purpose and more.

Feb 27, 202516 min

Property vs Shares

In this episode of PodMD, Managing Director of Oxlade Financial, Mark O'Flynn will be discussing the topic of Property vs Shares. We discuss property versus shares and which one is more beneficial, the returns and role that shares and property play in investment portfolios, liquidity, things to look out for when investing in property, what shares to be looking for and more!

Feb 20, 202521 min

Defining obesity

In this episode of PodMD, Melbourne-based surgeon and researcher, Dr Sean Mackay, will be discussing the topic of defining obesity.

Dec 10, 20249 min

2024/25 NAB Health Insights Report (Part 1) - Health Practitioners Through the Eyes of Patient

Australia’s health system is widely regarded as among the best in the world, supported by a range of highly qualified practitioners who provide safe, reliable, and quality healthcare for all Australians. But do their patients agree and what do health consumers really value from these practitioners? To find out NAB has again reached out to a large representative sample of Australians across the country who shared their experiences with the health system, exploring issues such as wait times, acces...

Nov 20, 202429 min
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