The Good GP

The Good GP interviews Professor Julie Leask, current winner of the Australian Financial Review’s 100 Women of Influence, on the psychology and societal behaviour of pandemics, and what we as GPs can do to improve this. This episode was recorded on Wednesday 18 March 2020. As information on COVID-19 changes daily, please note that some of the advice in this podcast may no longer be current by the time of listening.

In this special COVID-19 episode, the Good GP interviews Professor Paul Effler, Senior Medical Advisor, Communicable Disease Control Directorate, 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 - Update on preparing patients at higher risk or with comorbidities This episode was recorded on Tuesday 17 March 2020. As information on COVID-19 changes daily, please note that some of the advice in this podcast may no longer be current by the time of listening.

In this special COVID-19 episode, The GoodGP interviews RACGP GP in Training Faculty Chair, Dr Krystyna De Lange on the effects of COVID-19 on GPs in training. This episode was recorded on Sunday 15 March 2020. As information on COVID-19 changes daily, please note that some of the advice in this podcast may no longer be current by the time of listening.

In this special COVID-19 episode, the Good GP interviews Dr Todd Cameron about how GPs can use telehealth to adapt to the coronavirus pandemic. This podcast does not have details about the recent MBS Item numbers; that will be addressed in a future epiode. This episode was recorded on Saturday 14 March 2020. As information on COVID-19 changes daily, please note that some of the advice in this podcast may no longer be current by the time of listening.

In this episode, the Good GP interviews Dr Nicole White, specialist GP with an interest in paediatrics on ADHD in the primary care setting. Dr White has a special interest in children’s health, general family medicine and women’s health and runs medical practice gp4kids in Brisbane. This episode explores ADHD, how the disorder is perceived and the types of patients that present. We also cover the history and examination of ADHD, including potential comorbidities. Dr White explains the assessments that can be used to assist with a diagnosis and the GP management of a patient whilst waiting for specialist review. Useful resources for GPs are also discussed.

In this episode, the Good GP speaks with Dr Scott Allison about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) prescribing for HIV prevention. This episode explores what is PrEP, identifying patients that could be considered for PrEP and taking a non-judgmental history. Dr Allison explains the testing required, assessing the suitability of a patient and the practicalities for prescribing. Ongoing monitoring and options for people that do not have access to Medicare subsidies is also covered. Dr Scott Allison is a GP with a special interest in men’s health and sexual health.

In this episode, WA Health experts Professor Paul Effler and Dr David Spiers discuss the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) and the current situation as at 4 February 2020. In this podcast, the GoodGP explores the background on the coronavirus and the theories about how a virus such as this can start in the human population. The podcast also covers: • infectivity, transmissibility and severity • what we can learn from the SARS and MERS virus and how this can help us • prevention in Australia and what is happening to try and avoid an outbreak like in China • vaccines • what GPs should do if a patient phones concerned they may be infected • masks, PPE and what is appropriate • what GPs can do to protect themselves and their practices Presenters: Dr David Spiers, QEII Network Head of Department, Microbiology, PathWest Professor Paul Effler, Senior Medical Advisor, Communicable Disease Control Directorate, Department of Health Information correct as at 4 February 2020. For up-to-date information in WA, visit: https://ww2.health.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Coronavirus For GPs across Australia, visit: https://www.racgp.org.au/coronavirus

In this episode, new Fellow Dr Innes Chester speaks to The Good GP about pets and vets. Prior to becoming a GP, Dr Chester trained as a veterinarian. Dr Chester explains the health benefits of owning a pet and uncovers the risks and things to consider if your patients are thinking about getting a pet. With the suicide rate of veterinarians being four times higher than the rate of the general population, Dr Chester also explains the health challenges of looking after your patients who are vets. We also explore what GPs can learn from vets. For updates on The Good GP podcasts, follow @TheGoodGP on Twitter.

In this episode, new Fellow Dr Innes Chester speaks to The Good GP about GP training and the ‘hacks’ for new GP registrars. The 2019 WAGPET Registrar of the Year, Dr Chester provides her tips on how to make life easier as a GP registrar, how to manage worry and how to best prepare for the exams. We also explore the useful learning resources available and what supervisors can do to support registrars. For updates on The GoodGP podcasts, follow @theGoodGP on Twitter.

In this episode, the Good GP interviews Dr Anand Deva on breast implants. Dr Deva is the Director of Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Macquarie University and co-director of the Surgical Infection Research Group. In this episode we look at the history of implants, the frequency of the procedures, the risks involved and the recommendations for patient follow-up. Dr Deva also explores the complications that can occur and the symptoms for adverse reactions.

In this episode, live from GP19 the RACGP National Conference, The Good GP’s Dr Krystyna de Lange interviews Dr Sama Balasubramanian, a GP working in sexual health and working towards his qualification as a sexual health physician (AChSHM) as well as his Masters in Psychosexual Therapy about low libido. In this episode, we look at what low libido actually means, how to approach the consultation and practical strategies around management.

In this live episode, live from GP19 the RACGP National Conference, Dr Sean Stevens and Dr Krystyna de Lange interview fellow Good GP Dr Tim Koh on how to give injections. With the increased number of patients coming in to get injections such as the flu vaccine, we explore the importance of making injections a better experience for patients. In this episode, the Good GP also looks at what works and what does not, pain and how to manage expectations, injections in paediatric cases and what else GPs can be doing. Dr Koh also provides his top tips to giving injections to both children and adults. ** This podcast is recorded live from GP19, therefore the audio is of lower quality. Thank you for your understanding and we hope you enjoy this podcast. **

In this episode, live from GP19 the RACGP National Conference, the Good GP interviews Dr Gill Cowen on concussion. Dr Cowen is a GP and Sports Medicine Physician. Gill is also Chair of the RACGP Sports and Exercise Medicine Specific Interest Group. In this episode, we explore who gets concussion, how to assess for concussion, and what to look for. The importance of managing concussion and the time frame for recovery is also discussed. This episode also explores concussion in the general practice setting, and how you would assess the situation. ** This podcast is recorded live from GP19, therefore the audio is of lower quality. Thank you for your understanding and we hope you enjoy this podcast. **

In this episode, Dr Tim Koh interviews Professor Donna Mak on ‘changing the world through teaching general practice’. Professor Mak explores the importance of GPs teaching, the benefits of teaching general practice and how this can help change the health care system. This podcast also looks at the different ways GPs can teach general practice.

In this episode, The GoodGP interviews Dr Karen Detering, sleep and respiratory physician, clinical ethicist and Medical Director of Advance Care Planning Australia. Dr Detering discusses the increased interest from the Australian Government in advance care planning, as well as the prevalence and the resistance from patients. This podcast also explores how to minimise the paperwork involved, how to maximise patient understanding and engagement, and other challenges GPs may face and how to address them.