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The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Funding and networking for femtech innovatorsIn this episode of The FemTech series, Olivia Friett editor of European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer, is joined by Bridie Houlihan founder of Women's Health Impact Network (WHIN) to look at different ways to promote and fund your company and the importance of networking.
2024-12-1112 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Replacing the current speculumIn this episode of The FemTech series, Olivia Friett editor of European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer, is joined by Jean Bouquet, Mark Owen and Emily Fitch from Viospex to discuss the bouquet speculum and it's benefits compared to the standard speculum.
2024-12-0629 min
The MedTalk PodcastLeaders in Pharma: Adragos PharmaIn this episode European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer secured an interview with Dr. Andreas Raabe CEO at Adragos Pharma.
In this insightful discussion, we look at what it takes to be a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
2024-11-2639 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Driving innovation in women's healthIn this episode of The FemTech series, Olivia Friett editor of Medical Plastics News, is joined by Bethan Halliwell, partner at Withers & Rogers, where they will discuss the sudden spike on women's health and what is driving innovation.
2024-11-2118 min
The MedTalk PodcastLeaders in Pharma: Thermo FisherIn this episode we're bringing you something a little different. Earlier this year, one of our sister publications, European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer, secured a remarkable interview with Thermo Fisher Scientific's President of EMEA, Urmi Prasad Richardson.
In this insightful discussion, we delve into what it takes to be a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
2024-11-0833 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: How to fix inequality in healthcareIn this episode of The FemTech series, Olivia Friett editor of Medical Plastics News, is joined by Jane Kennedy, Chief Business Officer at Discovery Park, and Dr. MaryAnn Ferreux, Chief Medical Officer at Health Innovation Kent where we will discuss the inequality in women's health and how we can overcome the obstacles that come with this.
2024-11-0751 min
The MedTalk PodcastQsight Prospector: boosting sales efficiencyIn this episode you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Erik Haines, managing director at Guidepoint Qsight where we will discuss Qsight Prospector, a data-driven sales intelligence programme for the medical aesthetics industry.
2024-10-3020 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Breaking the stigma of STI testingOn this episode of The FemTech Series you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Valentina Milanova, founder and CEO of Daye about the latest innovation from Daye and how women can now test for STIs with the use of a diagnostic tampon.
2024-10-2412 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Analysing the risk of breast cancer recurrenceIn this episode of The FemTech Series, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Hemmel Amrania PhD, CEO of Digistain, a company that has won multiple awards for its transformative breast cancer biomarker analytics.
2024-10-1718 min
The MedTalk PodcastUsing nanocompressor technology for medical innovationIn this episode, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Peter Garbuz, co-founder and CEO of Torramics, where we discuss the latest innovation in nanocompressor technology and how it can improve the delivery of insulin pumps.
2024-10-0114 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Improving clinical trials for women's healthIn this episode of The FemTech Series, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Jill Pellegrino, AutoCruitment where we discuss improving clinical trials for women's health.
2024-09-2616 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe future of digital surgery in healthcareIn this episode of The MedTalk Podcast, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Andrew Savarese, global head of digital surgery for PA Consulting about the advantages, challenges and the future of digital surgery in healthcare.
2024-09-1718 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Improving the gynaecological experienceIn this episode of the The FemTech Series Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talks to Ikram Guerd, general manager & VP global marketing at Aspivix about the Carevix device - a suction cervical stabiliser, which is clinically proven to reduce pain and bleeding during transcervical procedures.
2024-09-1326 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Tracking cardiovascular healthIn this episode, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Elliot Justin, CEO at FirmTech, about sexual health wearables and how it can track multiple possible health conditions.
2024-09-0426 min
The MedTalk PodcastUsing AI to accurately analyse blood samplesIn this episode of The MedTalk Podcast, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Murdoc Khaleghi, chief medical officer for Molecular You about the latest technology in AI driven blood testing and how it can detect early stages of diseases such as Alzheimer's.
2024-08-2024 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Finding support for EndometriosisIn this episode, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Dearbhail Ormond, founder and CEO at Frendo, where they discuss how endometriosis affects women and how Frendo platforms can help understand the condition, make sense of symptoms, manage it, and more.
2024-08-1525 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: The underfunding in femtechIn this episode, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Sarah Nurgat, ThoughtSpark, about the underfunding in women's health and how we can assess research attention on conditions specific to women.
2024-08-1517 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Making smear tests less uncomfortableIn this episode Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News, talks to Leeanne Baker, managing director at IMed Consultancy and Louise Ben-Nathan from LBN Innovations about smear tests and how the lack of comfort can make it an unenjoyable experience and is the reason many women don't go to their smear tests.
LBN Innovations are working to create a less painful experience than with a standard speculum and Louise explains how they hope to eventually have smear tests that can be done completely in the comfort of a woman's home.
2024-08-1518 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Using AI to predict baby growth on ultrasoundsIn this episode you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Sally Collins professor of obstetrics at University of Oxford a year on from winning the #MedTechExpo PITCH competition with the Oxford Neural Network Toolkit, which automatically measures the value, metrics, and vascularity of the placenta from a single 3D ultrasound scan.
2024-08-1518 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Avoiding complications during pregnancyOn this episode, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News, talk to Fifi Kara, co-founder and CEO of Aster where they will discuss the all-in-one women’s health patient management platform.
2024-08-1516 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Is there a regulatory oversight in femtech?In this episode of the FemTech Series, Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News, talks to Laura Friedl-Hirst, managing director at LFH Regulatory about the regulations process for FemTech devices.
2024-08-1510 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Celebrating women in medtechOlivia Friett is joined by guests from recent and future episodes of the FemTech Series for International Women's Day to discuss the current landscape for women in medtech.
The guests will cover the lack of female representation in medtech in both devices and executive positions, their personal experiences, what they hope the future holds for women in medtech, and more.
2024-08-1515 minThe MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Changing the gynae diagnosis gameOlivia Friett is joined by Stiliyana Minkovska, founder and CEO of Matrix Health and Care, to discuss the current femtech climate and their product which is a digitally enabled, AI-supported pelvic assessment and diagnosis device, designed for self use.
2024-08-1521 minThe MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Building trust when introducing new femtech products to marketOlivia Friett, editorial content producer for Medical Plastics News is joined by Tess Cosad, CEO and co-founder at Béa Fertility, to discuss fertility treatments and how their product that’s designed to help someone get pregnant without hormones and IVF can be used affordably at home.
Tess Cosad discusses launching a femtech product in a highly regulated space, why fertility clinics are reluctant to innovate beyond IVF and how to build trust when introducing new treatments to market.
2024-08-1519 minThe MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Launching Tento+For the first in the FemTech series on the MedTalk Podcast, Medical Plastics News editor Olivia Friett is joined by Nicola Thorn, CEO of AND Technology Research and Laurie Rowe, Founder and Director of Red Medtech.
Thorn explains more about the Tento+ platform and what it does, the progress that has been made since its launch at Med-Tech Innovation Expo and Rowe explains the role she and Red Medtech played in the platform’s development.
As well as delving deep into their relationship into working together on the Tento+ tool, the duo are asked a question that will become a fe...
2024-08-1519 minThe MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: Tackling fibroids with ablation technologyIn this episode, Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News, talks to Dr. Chung Looi, CEO of Ablatus Therapeutics about the affect fibroids has on women and how this can be treated with ablation technology.
2024-08-1510 min
The MedTalk PodcastThe FemTech Series: The effects of osteoporosis in womenIn this episode of The FemTech Series, Olivia Friett, the editor of Medical Plastics News is joined by Cat Kelly, chief operating officer at Naitive, to discuss how 75% of cases of osteoporosis, a condition that affects one in three women over the age of 50, go undiagnosed.
OsteoSight Screenings, can screen x-rays that are taken for other reasons, for evidence of osteoporosis.
2024-08-1516 min
The MedTalk PodcastEasing the scepticism of consumer wearablesIn this episode, Olivia Friett, the editor of Medical Plastics News, is joined by Esther Rodriguez Villegas, founder of Acurable, where they will discuss the AcuPebble device, the importance of wearables in the sector, how to ease the skepticism of consumer wearables, and the regulatory process.
2024-08-0618 min
The MedTalk PodcastUsing 3D printing in life sciencesIn this episode, Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News, is joined by John Kawola, the global technology executive from Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF), to discuss the importance of 3D printing in the medical sector.
2024-07-2321 min
The MedTalk PodcastStart-ups: From the initial idea to bringing it to marketIn this episode, you can hear Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talk to Scott Nelson, FastWave Medical, about the complete start-up journey - covering the initial idea, looking into ventures, competing with bigger companies, fundraising, marketing and, of course, regulations!
2024-07-0925 min
The MedTalk PodcastTracking hospital equipment with AI technologyIn this episode Olivia Friett, the editor of Medical Plastics News, is joined by Adrian Jennings, chief product officer at Cognosos, to discuss how tracking equipment can save hospitals millions.
2024-06-2524 min
The MedTalk PodcastPreventing hearing loss with auditory trainingIn this episode Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News talks to Amanda Philpott CEO and co-founder of eargym about the risks of hearing loss and how it can be prevented using auditory training.
2024-05-2816 min
The MedTalk PodcastWhat's on stage at Med-Tech Innovation Expo?In this episode of the MedTalk Podcast, Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News and Oliver Johnson, editor of Med-Tech Innovation News discuss what's going to be on stage at MTI Expo this year.
With only three weeks to go until the show, make sure to register for FREE now: https://shorturl.at/mALX3
2024-05-1407 min
The MedTalk PodcastUsing seaweed as an alternative to plasticIn this episode of the MedTalk Podcast, Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News, talks to Olivia Simpson, founder of SymbioTex, about how seaweed can be a more sustainable replacement to plastics.
Simpson also talks about her journey as a start-up and shares advice for fellow start-ups.
2024-04-3012 min
The MedTalk PodcastAddressing the challenges of designing instructional materialsIn this episode Olivia Friett, the editor of Medical Plastics News, is joined by Renee Bailey, the senior manager of human factors engineering at BlackHagen, to talk about the importance of, and how to address the potential challenges of designing instructional materials.
2024-04-1620 min
ShopTalk595: MedTalk Show, Plagiarism and Code Grifting, and How We’re Testing CodeShow DescriptionBlood pressure, stress, and COVID highlight the MedTalk Show portion of this episode, a new "Did You Know" segment about dev tools in Chrome, 4 hour video on plagiarism and code grifters, typography, breaking out of CSS Grid, the oldest things Chris and Dave worked on, and what the testing process is like at Luro or CodePen.
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The MedTalk PodcastMerry Christmas MedTalkMed-Tech Innovation News editor Ian Bolland is joined by debutants Olivia Friett, editor of Medical Plastics News, and European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer editor Rebekah Jordan to review 2022, comment on the newbies introduction to life sciences and highlight what to expect from 2023.
This includes reference to a previous episode of the MedTalk Podcast which you can listen to here: https://soundcloud.com/medtalkpodcast/killing-germs-inside-you-on-you-and-around-you
This podcast is sponsored by Arena, a PTC business.
2022-12-1230 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkYarning with Uncle Will & Anthony Paulson about Police, Justice and health impacts.On the show today we chat with Anthony and Uncle Will Paulson. We talked about Anthony's journey from apprentice butcher to now working as a leader and manager in Cultural Education. We also get to hear Uncle Will share his story from growing up on a mission to getting a medical condition that changed his life. We yarn about the connected nature of police justice and health and how resilience, good choices, work ethic and role modelling can help you find your way in life. Bio's: Anthony Paulson is a proud Aboriginal man an...
2022-11-2338 minIndigenous Health MedTalkCultural MentorsOn the show today we chat with Professor Marlene Drysdale, Dr Kali Hayward and Henry Neill who share their knowledge and expertise in helping GP registrars, or Doctors in training, learn the best ways to interact with their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. They also share information on how to be a good ally.
2022-11-1639 minIndigenous Health MedTalkIndigenous Activism and Health Care Reform with Les CollinsOn the show today we chat with Les Collins who shares his journey from growing up in Cherbourg to being a member of the Brisbane chapter of the Black Panthers. And who, through his advocacy, helped shape the legal system, housing and health for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, nationally. Mr Les Collins – Chair of the Board Aboriginal & Islander Health Training Advisory Committee (Kab-bai Committee) Les Collins is one of the pioneers to address Indigenous health inequalities in Queensland. He helped develop a number of community controlled Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health services acr...
2022-11-0923 minIndigenous Health MedTalkArly Mehan - The Love Warrior CelebrantOn todays episode, Dr Danielle Arabena yarns to Arly Mehan, The Love Warrior Celebrant and Death Doula, about her PhD in EcoAcoustics. We also delve into how Arly helps others use ceremony as a profound way of connecting to Kin in the seen and the unseen. Arly is a Birrbay and Dunghutti ceremony creatress living and working on Country near Guruk, what is now known as Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia. Arly is currently working within the wedding and funeral industries in an educaring approach to contribute to decolonising, bringing meaning and authentically honour sacred life moents. Arly spe...
2022-11-0229 minIndigenous Health MedTalkRFDS: Saving lives in rural and remote Queensland with Dr Tatum BondOn the show today we chat with Dr Tatum Bond, a Ngan'gi woman and emergency specialist about her journey into medicine, her love of remote and rural medicine, camping and her dogs. We also have a chat her important work with the Royal Flying Doctors servicing remote Queensland communities. Tatum is a proud Indigenous FACEM, whose heritage hails from the Ngajanji tribe, the rainforest people from the southern Atherton Tablelands. Tatum grew up in Tannum Sands in Central Queensland but has always felt at home in Cairns. She recently fellowed in Emergency Medicine and splits he...
2022-10-2628 minThe MedTalk PodcastHow a product centric QMS delivers success in volatile marketsIan Bolland is joined on the MedTalk Podcast by Markus Fleckenstein from this episode’s sponsor Arena, a PTC business.
The pair discuss the importance of quality management systems for medical device manufacturers, the essential nature of regulatory compliance, design controls, requirements management and documents management – and how these can be resolved with a good quality management system.
Learn more about Arena at: https://www.ptc.com/en/products/arena
2022-07-2530 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkSkate for a Voice for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Children::TRIGGER WARNING:: - A very powerful edition of our podcast, but also needs to be listened to with care. It contains strong themes and discussion of violence. On the show today we have our first international guest, Melissa Skeet. A Diné (Navajo) woman, derby and trail skater and passionate advocate for missing and murdered Indigenous women and children. Besides our mutual love of skating, we talk about how both of our countries have incredibly high percentages of Indigenous women being murdered, experienced sexual and family violence and how the systems have failed them and sadly, how families were denied a...
2022-05-2535 minThe MedTalk PodcastJunkosha’s Technology Innovator Award winnersIan Bolland is joined by Joe Rowan, president and CEO of Junkosha, who introduces Chris Hancock from Creo Medical as the winner of Junkosha’s Technology Innovator Award.
The trio talk about this year’s winning innovation, where the idea came from, the effects the prize can have on Creo, and what Junkosha might be looking for from its next round of entrants.
You can listen to the episode about the awards being launched here:
https://soundcloud.com/medtalkpodcast/search-for-life-sciences-innovators
This episode of The MedTalk Podcast is brought to you by Wilmington Healthcare... for more information visit: https://wilmingtonhealthcare.com
2022-05-0923 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkGenerational Journey through Health: Yarning with the Arabena Family (Meriam Mer Descendants)On the show today Dr Danielle Arabena is joined by her family, her sister Professor Kerry Arabena founder of the First 1000 Days Australia and her daughters Dr Kayla Arabena-Byrnes, a medical doctor and artist and Amy Arabena-Byrnes a Torres Strait Islander health worker and first year midwifery student. They discuss their family legacy, resilience, their different journeys into health.
2021-12-0244 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkBringing Back the Warrior and Changing the Narrative with Dwayne Bannon-HarrisonOn the show today Dr Danielle Arabena yarns with Dwayne Bannon-Harrison who comes to share his ideology of bringing back the warrior, to change the narrative, shift the mindset and help men regain their connection, healing and growth. He leads the way for change through a positive outlook and through the teachings of his Grandfather and his elders. Dwayne is a Yuin- Ngarrugu Descendant with connections to the Yorta-Yorta, Dja Dja Warrup, Watchabolic & Gunai language groups. Through 10 years of dedication helping Indigenous males regain connection, healing & growth he believes the concept of Bring Back The Warrior is giving humility...
2021-11-1831 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkServing Indigenous Communities with Dr Claudia CollinsDr Danielle Arabena yarns with Dr Claudia Collins who works as a senior medical officer and lead clinician at Yulu-Burri-Ba Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health on Minjerribah, Stradbroke Island. Having grown up in Far North Queensland, Claudia shares how her journey with med school and her work as a doctor sparked her passion with Indigenous and rural health. Claudia also shares some of the simple yet powerful teachings from community elders. Claudia is currently working as Senior Medical Officer and Lead Clinician at Yulu-Burri-Ba Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health - serving the communities connected to Minjerribah (NSI), and the...
2021-11-0437 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkResilience, Persistence and Passion: A Story of a School Teacher and Her Journey through MedicineOn the show today Dr Danielle Arabena yarns with Dr Casey Kalsi, an Indigenous GP who shares her journey of resilience after a significant motor vehicle accident put her on the path to her true calling. Along the way Casey experiences the highs and lows but shows she has the inner strength to keep going. There is something in her journey that we can all learn and grow from. Dr Casey Kalsi grew up in Brisbane and graduated medicine at the University of Queensland. Her diverse cultural background being Greek and Aboriginal allows her to relate well with people...
2021-10-2123 min
The MedTalk PodcastAdvice from the NIHR to budding life science start-upsIn a slightly different episode of the MedTalk Podcast Ian Bolland is a mere observer as we hear from Alex Menys, CEO and founder of Motilent, a company that has been guided by the National Institute for Health Research. He is joined by Ian Newington, head of special projects at the NIHR to explain how the organisation works with start-ups to bring their products to market, the factors they need to consider and advice for start-ups who would like to see their innovations on the NHS front-line.
Visitors to the recent Med-Tech Innovation Expo will have seen many examples of...
2021-10-1955 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkReconnecting to your innate wisdom with Wayapa WuurrkDr Danielle Arabena yarns with Jamie Marloo Thomas and Sara Jones, the Co-Creators & Directors of Wayapa Wuurrk. Wayapa is an internationally accredited and trademarked earth and mindfulness connection practice based on Indigenous wisdom, the very first of its kind. They chat about ways we can all reconnect to our innate wisdom and the great Mother by living in a mindful, sustainable and earth healing way. Wayapa Wuurrk Jamie is a proud GunaiKurnai man and Maara descendant and Sara is a Canadian Welsh Australian. In 2014, Jamie, and Sara, created Wayapa Wuurrk® (which translates to Connect to Earth), an internationally-accredited and t...
2021-10-0747 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkFrom Coal Mining to Medicine with Professor Peter O'MaraDr Danielle Arabena yarns with Professor Peter O'Mara about his journey into medicine, his work as the president of the Australian Indigenous Doctors Association (AIDA), his connection with spirituality and his special relationship with the Ngangkari. They also discuss the impact of racism on the health and well being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, how they experience in-health care and how this can cause potential barriers to accessing healthcare. Professor Peter O'Mara was President of the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association (AIDA) from 2009-2013. Peter was elected Chair of RACGP Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health in 2016 and...
2021-09-2347 min
MedTalk PodcastTransition to InternshipAs many medical students are heading towards their final exams, the transition from medical student to a junior doctor is an interesting time – both exciting and challenging. In this episode Dr Chris Mihaljevich and Dr Emily Tan give you invaluable advice on how to make the best of your time at medical school and practical steps you can take to make that transition easier as you embark on the journey with new experiences and new responsibilities.
2021-08-1936 minMedTalk PodcastMental Health in MedicineMental health in medicine is a critical issue. Studies have consistently found higher rates of mental illness, particularly depression, anxiety and burnout, amongst medical students and junior doctors. Listen to our mental health panel episode where Sneha has an open and candid dialogue with expert guests Professor Sean Hood, A/Prof Helen Wilcox and Dr Kaylin Hooper on the topic of mental health in medicine.
2021-07-1459 minMedTalk PodcastNormal Antenatal Care: Part TwoTune in to part two of the antenatal care series as Shannon interviews Dr Carly Roxburgh on her systematic approach, helping you provide well informed pregnancy care
2021-06-3018 minMedTalk PodcastNormal Antenatal Care: Part OneAntenatal care is essential to ensure the best quality of health for both mother and baby. Join Shannon as she interviews Dr. Carly Roxburgh who guides us through a systematic approach to the delivery of antenatal care and how best to ensure the wellbeing of both mum and bub in this two part series.
2021-06-1723 minMedTalk PodcastSudden Sensorineural Hearing LossSudden sensorineural hearing loss can be an alarming symptom, and early recognition and rapid assessment is vital. Join Mel as she interviews Professor Friedland on his methodical approach to the assessment of sudden sensorsineural hearing loss
2021-06-0514 minMedTalk PodcastApproach to Hearing Loss“No one is immune to hearing loss”. Hearing loss affects people of all ages and can be caused by numerous factors. In this episode, Mel interviews Professor Friedland who guides us through a structured approach towards hearing loss while also providing some very valuable insights into the condition.
2021-05-2026 minMedTalk PodcastOcular TraumaA highly sensitive organ, traumatic injuries to the eye can be incredibly serious. Deepaysh and A/Prof Hessom Razavi bring us another insightful ophthalmology episode, this time walking us through how to approach an ocular trauma presentation.
2021-05-0500 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkIndigenous food sovereignty and security with Indigenous Dietitian Tracy HardyOn the show today we chat with Gamilaroi woman, Tracy Hardy, a dietitian, nutritionist and founder of Wattleseed Nutrition. Tracy talks about food insecurity amongst Indigenous communities, traditional food sovereignty and ways of nourishing our Aboriginal and Torres strait islander peoples with supportive nutrition. WE also learn that Joseph Banks was our first bio pirate - learn about this and so much more on todays episode. Bio: Tracy is a Gamilaroi woman, an Accredited Practising Dietitian/Nutritionist and founder of Wattleseed Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing. Wattleseed Nutrition is a 100% Aboriginal owned and operated business based on Queensland's Sunshine Coast...
2020-11-2539 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkConfronting my White Privilege with Danique HansonOn the show today we chat with, Danique Hanson a yoga teacher, social media influencer and Lululemon Ambassador. Danique talks about how covid lockdown and world events saw her confronting her white privilege while actively educating herself on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues, racial barriers of access in the Wellness industry and using her social media platform to speak out against racial injustice. Bio: Danique is a Yoga Teacher, Fitness Instructor, Influencer and a passionate Ally who continues to use her social media platform and influence in the Wellness Industry to highlight racial injustice and amplify the First...
2020-11-1827 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkHistory and Culture of Torres Strait Islands with Cecelia WrightOn the show today we talk to Cecelia Wright, a leading multicultural trainer, communicator and champion for indigenous education and inclusion. Cecelia is the founder of Cultural inclusions. Today we yarn about the History and culture of Torres Strait Islands and Cecelia shares a Torres Strait islander story AND teaches me how to sing head, shoulders, knees and toes in Torres Strait Creole! Bio: Cecelia is a leading multicultural trainer, communicator and champion for indigenous education and inclusion. Originally from Thursday Island in the Torres Strait, Cecelia has extensive experience embedding Cultural practices and inclusive practices in the Early...
2020-11-1136 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkBirthing on Country with Jame TelferOn the show today we talk to Jame Telfer, a proud First nations woman and founder of essential oil wellness brand, Earth Blended. Diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome at 18, Jame was told she was infertile, at the age of 20 she gave birth to her first of four children. Jame's story through the births of her children starts with trauma of an emergency caesarian through to a empowering and healing VBAC birth on Country. Along this journey Jame comes to realise how this birth is healing for not only her but the women of her lineage. Bio: Jame Telfer is...
2020-11-0430 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkDecolonising Maternal Healthcare with First Nations Midwife Angela CoeOn the show today we're talking to Angela Coe, a First Nations midwife, about her desires to decolonise maternal healthcare. Angela Coe is a Wiradjuri woman and First Nations midwife in the Sydney area. She has worked extensively as an Aboriginal primary healthcare worker, an Aboriginal child protection caseworker and a midwife. Angela has helped guide countless Indigenous women through their birth journey. Instagram: @Birthingourway Mentioned articles: Sister Cherisse Buzzacott: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/oct/18/i-said-im-in-labour-but-no-one-listened-i-had-to-be-my-own-midwife-my-own-voice Growing Deadly Families: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0030/932880/Growing-Deadly-Families-Strategy.pdf Cassie Nest...
2020-10-2833 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkEar health with Associate Professor Kelvin Kong On the show today we chat with Associate professor Kelvin Kong. Kelvin is an ENT surgeon, a fellow of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons and is passionate about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health. Bio: Dr Kelvin Kong, from the University of Newcastle's (UON) School of Medicine and Public Health, is an otolaryngology, head and neck surgeon and a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS). He explains that hearing loss, often caused by Otitis Media (middle ear disease), significantly contributes to poor educational outcomes for children and higher unemployment rates in adults as a...
2020-10-0718 minMedTalk PodcastPreparing for OSCEsObjective Structured Clinical Examinations or OSCEs can initially seem like a daunting experience, however the more you know what to expect and how to prepare, the more confident you will feel. Listen to this insightful podcast featuring Dr Helen Wilcox and Dr Marissa Loh as they share there pearls for how to efficiently prepare for the exam, common pitfalls, important tips and how to perform at your best!
2020-10-0600 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkColombia to Toowoomba - Dr José Fernandez's journey into Indigenous healthOn the show today we chat with José Fernandez, a Colombian registrar working at Toowoomba’s Carbal Medical centre. José shares his experiences with discovering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, working in Indigenous health, palliative care and universal spirituality.
2020-09-2318 minMedTalk PodcastMyocardial InfarctionA critical diagnosis, knowledge about MI and acute coronary syndrome is essential for all medical students and clinicians. Join Dr Katie perram as she walks us through important core knowledge of MI, it's classification, aetiology, features and how to manage it in an ED setting
2020-09-2330 minIndigenous Health MedTalkEmergency and Indigenous Health with Dr Ryan DashwoodOn the show today we chat with Dr Ryan Dashwood, a fellow of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine. who talks about the importance the emergency department can have in the care of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. Bio: Dr Dashwood is a fellow of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine. Dr Dashwood joined UWS School of Medicine, as a Lecturer of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and is also involved in medical student support. Dr Dashwood started his career in Medicine with a Bachelor of Science, Double Major in Biotechnology and Medical Microbiology and Immunology at the Un...
2020-09-1039 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkEmergency and Indigenous Health with Dr Ryan DashwoodOn the show today we chat with Dr Ryan Dashwood, an emergency consultant who talks about the importance the emergency department can have in the care of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.Bio:Dr Dashwood is an Emergency Registrar/Advanced Trainee working towards fellowship with the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine. Dr Dashwood joined UWS School of Medicine, as a Lecturer of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and is also involved in medical student support.Dr Dashwood started his career in Medicine with a Bachelor of Science, Double Major in Biotechnology and Medical Microbiology and Immunology...
2020-09-0939 minMedTalk PodcastThe Primary SurveyIn this episode, Dr Hugh Mitenko walks us through a systematic approach to the immediate assessment of a critically ill patient
2020-09-0324 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkTranscending corporate life with Kylie FoxToday on the show we are joined by Kylie Fox, a non-Indigenous woman who has transitioned from the harsh corporate world of communications and marketing to writing passionately about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and well being. Bio: “I am a writer passionate about delivering engaging content on holistic health, wellness, mindfulness and eco-friendly sustainable living. I love working with clients who aim to inspire, educate or create positive change. I was given an incredible opportunity by General Practice Training Queensland to research and write a series Indigenous Health In-Practice Guides for GP Registrars delving into Aboriginal an...
2020-08-2624 minMedTalk PodcastAcute Red EyeAcute red eye is a common presenting complaint with many important causes! Listen to A/Prof Razavi as he walks us through key diagnostic features and approach to managing a patient presenting with acute red eye
Find full transcript on www.medtalkpod.com
2020-08-2125 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkElder Wisdoms on environmental health with Uncle Wayne FosseyOn the show today we have the endlessly knowledgeable Uncle Wayne Fossey. Uncle Wayne is a fierce advocate for Indigenous land rights, environmental health and sustainable living. He shares some uplifting, informative and, at times, confronting stories. Don’t miss this opportunity to absorb these Elder wisdoms; I hope you enjoy the show. Bio: "I was born in Nambour and raised on the banks of the Petrie creek in a tin shed with a dirt floor. My father was a soldier who returned from WWII and married a local girl. Life growing up was a happy one. My grandfather on...
2020-08-1236 minMedTalk PodcastDiabetic RetinopathyDiabetic retinopathy is one of the major microvascular complications of diabetes and a leading cause of blindness. Work through this case presentation with Dr Hessom Razavi as he discusses his clinical pearls in approaching a patient with diabetic retinopathy!
2020-08-0623 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkPioneering Indigenous health with Aunty Dr Mary Martin and Dr John BuckleyDr Danielle yarns with Dr John Buckley and Aunty Dr Mary Martin about their long standing and pioneering professional relationship in the landscape of cultural and medical education. Please enjoy this touching episode Dr John Buckley is a passionate GP and educator. He wants to instil an energy in future GPs to do great work with continual vigour. With over 35 years of experience in the health industry, Mary Martin’s career began in the early '70s as a nurse at the Mater Hospital. Over the years she has served on multiple boards and committees and was instrumental in...
2020-07-2938 minMedTalk PodcastHyperkalaemiaWe are back this week with Professor Boudville do discuss the other extreme of potassium imbalance - hyperkalaemia! You can find the full transcript with the case on our website www.medtalkpod.com
2020-07-2219 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkIndigenous Bush Medicine with Quandamooka man Matthew BurnsOn the show today we yarn with Indigenous cultural tour guide, Matthew Burns, about bush medicine, traditional hunting techniques and growing up on the beautiful and sacred Island of Minjerribah also known as North Stradbroke Island. Bio: Matthew Burns is a Quandamooka man and Traditional Owner of Minjerribah, North Stradbroke Island. He has been dancing and sharing traditional stories and knowledge for over 20 years. Matthew talks about the significance of song and dance, artefacts, bush tucker, art and culture to his people. For more information about Matthew’s tours please visit: https://www.stradbrokeferries.com.au/tours-attractions/activities/go...
2020-07-1538 minMedTalk PodcastHypokalaemiaWork through a clinical presentation of hypokalaemia with Prof. Neil Boudville and learn about the physiology of potassium and a framework for approaching the case. Included is a full transcript as well as a diagnostic algorithm!
2020-07-0722 minMedTalk PodcastMedTalk IntroductionIn this introductory episode Sneha and Shannon talk about how this podcast came about, what the format will be like and what we hope to achieve with the project
2020-07-0706 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkDecolonisation on an individual level, sacred spirituality and Murdering Creek with artist Dr Bianca BeetsonToday on the show we are joined by artist Dr Bianca Beetson (Director Indigenous Research at Griffith University). We discuss her impressive and moving work, unpacking the human experience, decolonisation on an individual level and sacred spirituality. Bio: Bianca Beetson is a Gubbi Gubbi/Kabi Kabi (Sunshine Coast) Wiradjuri (NSW) woman, Born in Roma Western Qld. Studied a Bachelor of Arts Visual arts at the Qld University of Technology from 1993 -95, Completed her Honours 1998 and Doctor of Visual Arts in 2018. Bianca’s is a visual artist who works in a broad range of media including: painting, drawing, sculpture, installation, ph...
2020-07-0137 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkHistorical insights into Racism in Australia with Aboriginal Elder Colin JonesCultural insight by Uncle Colin Jones. Part of Dr Danielle's work as a Cultural Educator and Medical Educator is to run Cultural Immersions for Doctors. This episode is the audio from one such Cultural Immersion for GP registrars at Bunya Mountains. Uncle Colin is a highly educated man, who has lectured all around the world, including the Royal Society of London. He is an inspiring presenter who changes the lives of the Doctors who attend his lectures and he gave us permission to film this so we can share it here. Uncle Colin provides a fascinating historical...
2020-06-161h 08
Indigenous Health MedTalkUnconscious bias, cultural safety and racism in health: How we heal a broken system with Professor Gregory PhillipsOn the show today we talk to Professor Gregory Phillips, a change-maker, thought-leader and medical anthropologist. We spoke about issues such as cultural safety, Indigenous health equality, western medical science and the importance of working in an Indigenous knowledge basis. Bio: Gregory Phillips is from the Waanyi and Jaru peoples, and comes from Cloncurry and Mount Isa. He is a medical anthropologist, with thirty years’ experience in leading change in cultural safety, healing and decolonisation. Gregory is Chief Executive Officer of ABSTARR Consulting, is a Professor of First People’s Health, and serves on several boards and committees, including chai...
2020-06-0353 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkSpecial Edition: Coronavirus - Covid-19 and its impacts on Indigenous Australian's and their communitiesOn this special edition episode, Dr Danielle talks with Dr Geoff Spurling (Inala Indigenous Medical Service), Dr Kali Hayward (Senior GP Consultant, Aboriginal Family Clinic, Noarlunga and Medical Educator and Liaison Officer with GPEx), Tamika Campbell (Carbal Medical Service), Kenton Winsley (health professional and registered paramedic & Senior Adviser Dept. of Health in Northern Territory) and Dr Bianca Beetson (Director Indigenous Research at Griffith University) about the Covid-19 virus’ immediate and long-term impacts on both remote and urban indigenous communities. Links mentioned during this episode: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-03-20/nt-travel-restrictions-for-remote-communities/12076564 Indigenous Artist support links provided by...
2020-03-251h 04
Ten Thousand Feet, the Vervint PodcastMedTalk: Dr. Andrew ParsonsAre you interested in digital innovations in a healthcare setting? If so, our new MedTalk series is for you. As we work with many health systems on their IT Infrastructure and Digital Ecosystem, we're excited to interview experts in the medical field as part of this series. On it, we will feature health professionals to learn more about their experience with technology and digital innovations in their respective fields. On this episode we talk with Dr. Andrew Parsons, a board certified general surgeon who has been specially trained in robotic-assisted surgery.Dr. Parsons is...
2019-11-2133 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkThe evolution of cross cultural education in medicine with Henry NeillDr Danielle yarns with Henry Neill, a cultural educator with James Cook University General Practice Training. They discuss cross-cultural education and how it has evolved from the tick-a-box mentality to the integrative health model we see today. More about Henry Neill: Henry Neill proudly identifies as an Indigenous Australian South Sea Islander with Torres Strait Islander heritage and very close connection to a number of Northern Peninsula Aboriginal Community Clans. He is also closely associated to Central and South East QLD clans. He has an Education background with experience in Teaching at Early childhood, Primary...
2019-11-0635 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkLife as an Indigenous Elder and the changing landscape of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander HealthcareDr Danielle Arabena is joined by Aboriginal Elders, Uncle Colin Jones, Aunty Helen Kruger, Uncle Peter Reynolds for a discussion around life as an Indigenous elder and the changing landscape of Aboriginal health care. Together they explore: What is an Elder and what makes you an Elder The changing landscape in health What the apology meant to them What pressures and challenges they are experiencing within their communities
2019-10-2347 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkLife working in an Aboriginal Medical Service with the team from Carbal On todays episode, Dr Danielle Arabena sits down with the team from Carbal Medical Services to discuss life working in an Aboriginal Medical Service in Toowoomba. They examine Indigenous health issues, as seen through the eyes of a Doctor, a clinic CEO, an aboriginal medical worker, a nurse and a programs manager. Guests: Charlie Rowe, Tamika Campbell, Amy Arabena-Byrnes, Dr Adrian Castelli, Brian Hewitt (CEO).
2019-10-0944 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkThe First 1000 Days with Dr Kerry Arabena and Candice Raymond Today, on Indigenous Health MeDTalk, Dr Danielle Arabena discusses; the ‘First 1000 days Australia’ program the importance of the environment in which a newborn will come home to epigenetics: which Dr Kerry Arabena has been at the forefront of research and implementation, and the household surveys conducted by Candice Raymond which bolster this research. https://www.first1000daysaustralia.com Dr Kerry Arabena A descendant of the Meriam people from the Torres Strait, Kerry’s work has brought her to the forefront of Indigenous affairs in Australia. A former social worker with a Doctorate in Environmental Science, Dr Kerry...
2019-09-2546 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkThe changes in Indigenous health over the past 30 years with Dr John BuckleyDr John Buckley is a passionate GP and educator. He wants to instil an energy in future GPs to do great work with continual vigour. In this episode of Indigenous Health MeDTalk, Dr Danielle discusses changes in Indigenous health over John’s 30 year career, and how those shifts changed him, the organisation he works for and the training curriculum for GP’s.
2019-09-1134 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkDr Geoff Spurling on navigating Indigneous health as a non-Indigenous DoctorDr Danielle speaks with Dr Geoff Spurling about his career path into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, his research around the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health checks and navigating Indigenous health as a non-Indigenous doctor. Dr Spurling is a Senior Lecturer at The University of Queensland. He is a General Practitioner at Inala Indigenous Health Service as well as at the Inala Primary Care (Spanish Clinic). Geoff has been involved in Junior Hospital jobs in regional Queensland and the UK. In 2001, he spent 12 months on a Médecins Sans Frontières project in Honduras dealing with Ch...
2019-04-1531 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkDr Mark Wenitong on men's health, mental health and reducing domestic violence in Indigenous communitiesToday on Indigenous Health MedTalk, Dr Danielle Arabena speaks with Dr Mark Wenitong. This insightful conversation speaks to Mark's passion for men's health, mental health, reducing domestic violence and issues arising in early childhood within Indigenous communities. They explore all the joys of the microbiome and jam on his music. Involved in both clinical and policy work throughout his career, Mark brings extensive expertise and experience to his current role as the Aboriginal Public Health Medical Officer at Apunipima Cape York Health Council, where he is working on health reform across the Cape York Aboriginal communities. Mark has...
2019-03-2542 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkCharlie Rowe on the role of men as healthy role models for their communitiesDr Danielle speaks with Charlie Rowe, the Community Outreach Manager for Carbal Medical Services in Toowoomba, Queensland about his career path into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and his success with the Strong Fathers Program. Strong Fathers Strong Families is a holistic, culturally strong model that promotes the important role of dads, uncles, grandfathers and carers, helping them strive to be healthy role models and engage in their children's lives. A program which is having a big impact on keeping men out of jail and reducing re-offending risk. Dr Danielle and Charlie chat about change behaviour strategies...
2019-03-0438 min
The MedTalk PodcastAnother Lost PodcastThe MedTalk Podcast (finally!) returns with a slightly new cast. In this episode the team cover the latest NHS review and discuss the ways in which technology can play a key role in the delivery of healthcare in the UK.
This episode features contributions from Dr Eric Topol, author of the latest NHS report and information services company Wolters Kluwer.
2019-02-1832 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkEye care with Australia's first Aboriginal Ophthalmologist, Dr Kristopher Rallah-BakerDr Danielle speaks with Dr Kristopher Rallah-Baker, who is Australia’s first Aboriginal Ophthalmologist and the AIDA president, about his work with the Fred Hollows Foundation, the impact of eye conditions on cultural and spiritual practices, some top tips for emergency eye care in General Practice. AIDA - info and membership links https://www.aida.org.au/people/dr-kristopher-rallah-baker/
2019-02-1137 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkDr Kali Hayward on locum work in prisons and engaging with eldersDr Danielle speaks with Dr Kali Hayward, giving tips for doctors wanting to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, locum work in prisons and engaging with elders. Dr Kali Hayward is descended from the Warnman people, of the Martu language group of Western Australia. Karly is a GP/Supervisor at Nunkawarrin Yunti, the largest Aboriginal Community Health Organisation and a Medical Cultural Educator for GPEx, the GP training provider in South Australia and was the president of AIDA at the time of this podcast: where she co-ordinated the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health training program for...
2019-01-2126 min
The MedTalk PodcastDiscussing AMR & digital tech in surgeryTune in to this special episode of the MedTalk Podcast to hear interviews on burning topics within the pharma and digital health industries. Felicity talks to Lord Jim O'Neill who has some eye-opening words about the current state of antimicrobial resistance. Meanwhile, Reece chats to Iain Hennessey, Clinical Director of Innovation at Alder Hey Children's hospital about how augmented reality and other digital technologies can boost services within the NHS.
2018-07-1131 min
The MedTalk PodcastMedTalk minisode: Live from LondonDave and Reece are in London for a trio of tech events: Wearable Technology, Wired Health and Future Healthcare. Find out how they get on in this special live minisode!
2018-03-1309 min
The MedTalk PodcastMerry merry MedTalk!Dave and Reece sit down to discuss some of the year's best stocking fillers in the healthtech space. Plus, some of our favourite jargon from Apple's marketing material!
2017-12-1520 min
The MedTalk PodcastWelcome to MedTalkEver heard of inhalable chocolate? Do you know the link between F1 and infant care? Want to know what ‘femtech’ means? Episode 1 of the MedTalk podcast answers all these questions and more.
2017-07-2627 min