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• #220 Loose Joints, Lax Ligaments, and Liquid Gold: Musculoskeletal Medicine for Hypermobility with Dr Rob Illingworth 04.06.2026 1ч

  Many of us have patients with hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome who we work hard to help. As our understanding of these complex multisystem conditions grows, understanding that it doesn't just affect joints but potentially autonomic function, cardiovascular health, digestion, and producing widespread, often debilitating pain, so too does the need for a broader range of therapeutic options.  In this episode, musculoskeletal medicine specialist Dr. Rob Illingworth introduces prolotherapy and PRP as practical, evidence-informed options that could make a real difference to your patients' quality of life and function. For anyone managing patients with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome or hypermobility spectrum disorders, this one's essential. Dr. Illingworth unpacks the "perfect storm" of lax connective tissue, sensitized pain pathways, and complex comorbidities and adds a valuable option to your therapeutic toolkit for people presenting with these complex conditions. ... If you find this podcast valuable, please help but rating the podcast 5 stars and leaving a review in your podcast app. If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.    
• #219 Fast Facts in Sexual and Reproductive Health with Dr Sara Whitburn 04.06.2026 1ч 14мин

  Dr. Sara Whitburn is the Medical Director of Sexual Health Victoria, Chair of the RACGP Sexual and Reproductive Health Special Interest Group, and a Senior Lecturer in Sexual Health at the University of Melbourne.  Her clinical and advocacy interests span STIs, unplanned pregnancy, genital health, menopause care, and long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) training. She is passionate about supporting health professionals to deliver great sexual and reproductive healthcare and enabling equitable access to care for patients. Connect with the RACGP Sexual and Reproductive Health Special Interest Group:  Join the community (open to all RACGP members) by emailing gpsi@racgp.org.au. The group offers peer case discussion, newsletters, and webinars covering topics including PrEP, sexual pain, heavy menstrual bleeding, and more. Resources •          MAGIC App — National Cervical Screening Program guidelines (searchable): search "National Cervical Screening Program MAGIC App" •          Australian STI Management Guidelines — sti.guidelines.org.au  •          ASHM (Australasian Society for HIV, Viral Hepatitis and Sexual Health Medicine) — PrEP and DoxyPEP decision aids: ashm.org.au  •          FSRH Medical Eligibility Criteria (UK Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare, updated December 2025): fsrh.org  •          RANZCOG Contraception Guidelines: ranzcog.edu.au  •          Australasian Menopause Society — clinical resources and find-a-practitioner: menopause.org.au  •          Sexual and Reproductive Health Australia (SRHA) / AusLARC scholarship: srha.org.au    Timestamps 00:00 — Introduction & acknowledgement of country 01:00 — Guest introduction: Dr. Sara Whitburn 02:56 — Contraception: Pill Choice, Medical Eligibility Criteria Considerations, PBS Updates 12:18 — The menopausal transition: contraception vs. MHT, managing bleeding on MHT 23:10 — IUD pain management and post operative considerations 30:40 — Progesterone sensitivity and MHT options 33:00 — Monitoring patients on MHT 39:20 — Genitourinary syndrome of menopause and genital skincare 44:57 — Vaginal treatments vs. lubricants — clarifying the difference 45:42 — Libido: a biopsychosocial approach 49:00 — STIs: asymptomatic screening and approaching vaginal discharge 54:39 — Symptomatic STIs and trauma-informed examination 57:18 — Bacterial vaginosis and partner treatment 59:12 — STI prevention: PrEP and DoxyPEP 1:03:21 — Cervical screening: 2025 guideline updates and the MAGIC App 1:06:56 — Trauma-informed care in practice 1:10:51 — Medicare changes: LARC rebates and bulk billing incentives 1:12:58 — Why join the RACGP-SRH special interest group .. If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.  
• #218 Workers' Compensation with Greg Spinda 02.05.2026 1ч 2мин

  Ever found yourself staring at a workers' compensation or insurance form, pen in hand, quietly wondering what on earth you're supposed to write in half these boxes? You're in good company. Most of us learned this stuff the same way, watching someone else do it, nodding along, and then absolutely winging it the moment we were left alone with a patient and a certificate to fill in. Yes, we know, workers' compensation and insurance sounds about as thrilling as a mandatory compliance training video. But stick with us.  Dr Rob Park sits down with Greg Spinda, specialist personal injury lawyer and, as it turns out, not nearly as terrifying as his credentials suggest, to work through real GP scenarios, tackle those form boxes that have been quietly haunting us, and explore how getting the details right from day one can make an enormous difference to your patients' outcomes. You might just walk away feeling like you finally know what you're doing. ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.  
• #217 Men's Sexual Health with Dr Sama Balasubramanian 22.04.2026 1ч 11мин

  Dr Sama Balasubramanian is a General Practitioner and Sexual Health Physician, Fellow of the Australasian Chapter of Sexual Health Medicine and Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine.  He holds an Advanced Masters in Psychosexual Health and is Chair of the Training Committee in Sexual Health Medicine for the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. He is also a Senior Lecturer and Rural Academic Coordinator at the Rural Clinical School, Australian National University School of Medicine and Psychology. In this episode we discuss men's sexual health and dysfunction – erectile dysfunction, low libido, and premature orgasm.   Resources: Healthy Male website: https://healthymale.org.au/  The Penis Project podcast Deprescribing psychotropics podcast with Dr Mark Horowitz ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.    
• #216 Climate and Health in General Practice: Practical Approaches for Clinicians with Dr Kate Wylie 02.04.2026 56мин

  In this episode of The GP Show, Dr Ashlea Broomfield and Dr Kate Wylie explore why climate change is a pressing human health issue and what it means for general practice. Throughout the discussion, Dr Wylie explains how changing environments affect our patients and the way we practice medicine, as well as how clinics can operate more sustainably. Dr Kate Wylie is an Adelaide based GP and the executive director of Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA), a not-for-profit advocacy organisation that recognises that human health depends upon a healthy environment.  Dr Wylie is the immediate past chair of the RACGP's Climate and Environmental Medicine Specific Interest Group, elevating the need for climate action with GPs across Australia. She is a previous chair of DEA and is the founder of Climate Medicine, an advocacy project whereby she presents to community groups on the health effects of climate change. This episode offers insights and strategies for GPs and healthcare teams seeking to navigate the growing intersection of climate and health in their daily practice. Resources & Links: Doctors for the Environment Australia RACGP Special Interest Group – Environmental Medicine MJA Insight Plus: Let's get practical: how we can heal the planet and our patients ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.  
• #215 GLP-1 agonists in Obesity Management with Dr Terri-Lynne South 06.03.2026 1ч 11мин

  Dr Terri-Lynne South is a dual-qualified GP and Accredited Practising Dietitian and Chair of RACGP Specific Interests Obesity Management Group, with over 25 years of clinical experience in metabolic health, diabetes, cardiovascular risk, menopause and weight management. As founder and medical director of Lifestyle Metabolic, she champions a holistic care model grounded in multidisciplinary collaboration and personalised clinical decision-making. ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.  
• #214 Doctors, Dragons, and Delirious laughter with Dungeon Master Dr Chris Timms 26.02.2026 39мин

  Medicine is serious work — but that doesn't mean doctors can't have fun. In this special episode of The GP Show, Drs Rob Park, Ash Broomfield, and Sam Manger get together to put the guidelines down, pick the dice up, and step into the wonderful world of Doctors and Dragons. Joined by GP and Game Master Dr Chris Timms, they swap consult rooms for a fantasy adventure filled with goblins, laughter, and questionable decision-making. They clearly have no idea what they are doing - so have a listen if you've ever been curious what dungeons and dragons is as expert Dr Chris Timms adds a guiding orb of light.  What unfolds is more than just a game — it's a reminder that shared fun, creativity, and connection among friends can be a powerful antidote to professional loneliness. If you've ever felt isolated in medicine, or just want to remember what fun feels like, this episode is for you. ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine
• #213 RAVES Model for Eating Disorders with Shane Jeffries 19.02.2026 1ч

  In this episode of The GP Show, Dr Ashlea Broomfield speaks with accredited practising dietitian Shane Jeffries about the RAVES Eating Model - a structured, adaptable framework for understanding and supporting eating patterns in general practice. Originally developed for eating disorders, RAVES has been applied more broadly in primary care settings to support patients with body image concerns, disordered eating, chronic disease, metabolic health, and sports nutrition. RAVES stands for: Regularity – consistent eating patterns Adequacy – meeting energy and nutrient needs Variety – flexible, balanced food choices Eating socially – navigating real-world meals Spontaneity – adapting to unexpected situations In this episode, Ashlea and Shane discuss: • How diet culture and moralising food shape people's relationships with eating • The difference between calories and nutritional adequacy • How RAVES complements CBT-E, FBT, and plate-based approaches to disordered eating • The role of hunger, fullness, and interoception in clinical practice • Considerations for restrictive eating, neurodivergence, and GLP-1 medications • Using RAVES as a structured thinking tool for GPs, even without providing detailed nutrition plans Key takeaway: RAVES is not a diet - it's a practical, person-centred framework that balances structure, flexibility, and clinical nuance to support sustainable change across diverse contexts. 🔗 Learn more at raveseatingmodel.com ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine
• #212 Gender-Affirming Therapy with Dr Mihal Goodman-Jones and Dr Holly Inglis 12.02.2026 1ч 9мин

  Dr Ashlea Broomfield is joined by Dr Mihal Goodman-Jones and Dr Holly Inglis to discuss the release of the Australian Standards of Care for Informed Consent Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy (2025). In this episode, the panel unpacks what's included in the new AusPATH Standards and why they matter for GPs and other primary care clinicians. The discussion focuses on the informed-consent model for gender-affirming hormone therapy, how it works in practice, and how the Standards provide clear, practical guidance to support safe and evidence-based care for transgender and gender diverse adults in Australian primary care settings. This episode offers an overview of the guidelines and highlights how they can be used by clinicians to support confident, consistent, and accessible gender-affirming care. In this episode, we cover: An overview of the AusPATH Australian Standards of Care (2025) The informed-consent model for gender-affirming hormone therapy How the Standards support GPs and primary care clinicians Practical guidance for delivering evidence-based gender-affirming hormone therapy Resources mentioned: AusPATH – Australian Standards of Care: https://auspath.org.au/standards-of-care/ TransHub: https://www.transhub.org.au/ ASHM: https://ashm.org.au/ ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support.
• #211 Palliative Care with Dr Susie Muir 28.01.2026 58мин

  If you're a GP or frontline clinician who wants a calm, practical update on palliative care without wading through a textbook, this episode is a high-yield listen. Through four realistic cases (breathlessness and panic, malignant bowel obstruction in aged care, cancer pain and nausea in a younger patient, and comfort care with renal/liver failure), Dr Susie Muir breaks down what to do first, what to avoid, when to switch routes (subcut matters), and how to titrate core symptom meds safely—while keeping goals of care at the centre. You'll come away with a clearer mental checklist, confidence to start sensible first-line measures, and a better sense of when to pick up the phone to palliative care early rather than late. Past episode #47 End of Life and Palliative Care with Dr Louise Welch and Dr Sam Manger available on all podcast apps and here. Clinical & palliative care resources PallConsult (Queensland Health) Statewide specialist palliative care advice service with practical clinical resources for health professionals https://www.health.qld.gov.au/clinical-practice/referrals/statewide-specialist-services/pallconsult PallConsult resources page Includes practical guides such as caring@home medication packs and end-of-life care resources https://www.health.qld.gov.au/clinical-practice/referrals/statewide-specialist-services/pallconsult/pallconsult-resources Faculty of Pain Medicine (ANZCA) – Opioid Calculator Useful for opioid conversions and dose checking (always double-check calculations) https://www.anzca.edu.au/safety-and-advocacy/opioid-calculator Pocketbook of Palliative Medicine (app) A concise, clinician-friendly reference for symptom management in palliative care https://apps.apple.com/au/app/palliative-medicine-pocketbook/id1204749954 Practical patient & family support Gather My Crew A free app that helps patients and families coordinate practical support (school runs, meals, errands) without having to repeatedly ask for help https://www.gathermycrew.org.au/ End-of-life support page: https://www.gathermycrew.org.au/are-you-caring-for-someone-at-the-end-of-life/ High performance & wellbeing for healthcare professionals Dr Susie Muir – website Information about upcoming workshops and the "High Performance Reset" for healthcare professionals https://drsusiemuir.com/ Follow Dr Susie Muir Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsusiemuir/ LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/dr-susie-muir-709916133 ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine
• #210 Defeat Diabetes (and Injuries) with Professor Peter Bruckner OAM 15.01.2026 1ч 6мин

  Dr Peter Brukner OAM is a world renowned sport and exercise physician who has played a leading role in the development of sports medicine both in Australia and internationally. Peter is the founding partner of the Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre in Melbourne and Professor of Sports Medicine at LaTrobe University.  He is a founding Executive Member of the Australasian College of Sports Physicians, where he played a key role in establishing sports medicine as a medical specialty in Australia.  He has been recognised with a Medal of the Order of Australia in 2006, and the recent 2025 Senior Australian of the Year for Victoria.  More recently Peter has become a passionate advocate of improving nutrition particularly in those with chronic disease such as type 2 diabetes.  He is the co-founder of the public health campaign SugarByHalf and Founder and Chair of Defeat Diabetes, an app and web-based program, aimed at improving diabetes control through diet. Resources relevant to this episode: Injury prevention exercises - FIFA 11+ and Prep to Play Defeat Diabetes app and web based program Dr Gil Carvalho, MD PhD, 10 minute independent YouTube summary of the new US Dietary Guidelines Paper: Defeat Diabetes 6 month intervention outcomes Paper: Dose-dependent effect of carbohydrate restriction for type 2 diabetes management: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials Paper: Myths and Facts regarding Low Carb Diets Paper: Evidence based European recommendations for the dietary management of diabetes Paper: Long term effects of healthy versus unhealthy low carbohydrate diets: a prospective 23.5 year cohort study Paper: Optimal dietary patterns for healthy ageing ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.    
• #209 Anatomy Reborn: How Renaissance Italy Remade Medical Education with Professor Richard Hays 23.12.2025 53мин

  Host Dr Sam Manger is joined by Emeritus Professor Richard Hays, a well known clinical and academic GP serving rural and regional Australia.  In the 1990s he became the Professor of General Practice and Rural Health at the newly established North Queensland Clinical School (NQCS) which allowed medical students to complete their training in rural and remote Queensland, setting the stage for what would later become the Rural Clinical Schools, introduced by the Federal Government in the early 2000s. Richard was appointed the Foundation Dean of the James Cook University medical school, becoming the first GP to hold such a position in an Australasian medical school. Richard has over 300 peer-reviewed papers, publications and edited works, including the notable "Handbook of Rural Medicine in Australia" and relevant to our topic today "Travels though Historic Medical Education Sites of Europe" available here. ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com 
• #208 Holistic Women's Health with Dr Peta Wright 16.12.2025 1ч 1мин

  Host Dr Ashlea Broomfield is joined by Dr Peta Wright, Gynaecologist, Paediatric & Adolescent Gynaecologist, Fertility Specialist and Founder of Vera Wellness.  Peta is the author of Healing Pelvic Pain, published in 2023, a book about transforming the trauma of period pain, endometriosis and chronic pelvic distress. She aims to empower women to ask the right questions, get the right treatment, and make lifestyle changes that bring about release from pain. ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com 
• #207 Dysautonomia and POTS with Dr Brendan Hanrahan 09.12.2025 53мин

  Dr Brendan Hanrahan is a General Physician with over two decades of experience in evidence-based medicine. Dr Hanrahan maintains an active general medicine clinic and inpatient practice, specialising in managing complex medical issues and diagnostic challenges. His primary focus and specialized training is in bariatric medicine, with extensive expertise in obesity management, prevention, and associated complications. He also has significant experience investigating and treating unexplained fatigue and dysautonomic conditions including Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). He has written a practical book on such called "Tired all the time – treating dysautonomia" available here. Are you a General Practitioner (GP) seeking a special interest that combines challenging medicine with the satisfaction of improving patients' quality of life?  Due to overwhelming demand, Dr Hanrahan is seeking a motivated GP to join his Auchenflower practice to develop expertise in managing Dysautonomia, particularly POTS and related conditions. More information here. ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that address the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing, using lifestyle approaches, behaviour change, health coaching and implementation science?  Check out the JCU College of Medicine postgraduate degrees: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission and YouTube: Careers in lifestyle medicine The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com 
• #206 Pay Attention: To the ADHD Doctor with Dr Chris Soo 27.11.2025 48мин

  Host Dr Rob Park sits down with Dr Chris Soo — a GP with a special interest in ADHD to explore a topic that is both highly important and topical right now, with Queensland moving to allow GPs to diagnose and prescribe ADHD medications for adults from Dec 1 2025, and other states expected to follow.  This is a light-hearted but deeply practical conversation that cuts through the noise: how ADHD really presents in day-to-day general practice, what to watch out for, how to start treatment safely, and why this emerging model of care is about to become core business for Australian GPs. If you want to stay ahead of the changes and feel confident supporting this rapidly growing patient group, this is an easy, engaging and very relevant listen. Resources: Clinical Guidelines Australian ADHD Clinical Practice Guideline (AADPA) Australia's comprehensive, evidence-based guideline covering assessment, diagnosis, and management across the lifespan. https://adhdguideline.aadpa.com.au/ CADDRA – Canadian ADHD Practice Guidelines Includes excellent "red flag" lists for probable ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults. https://www.caddra.ca/practice-guidelines/ NICE ADHD Guideline (UK) Clear diagnostic and treatment recommendations, helpful for cross-checking international standards. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng87 Prescribing Resources ADPA Clinician Prescribing Guide (Australia) A practical prescribing manual for clinicians (paid). A lower-cost GP "continuing prescriber guide" is being released soon. https://aadpa.com.au/ Professional Communities RACGP Specific Interests: ADHD, ASD & Neurodiversity RACGP's special interest group providing education, discussion forums, and peer support. https://www.racgp.org.au/the-racgp/faculties/specific-interests/groups/adhd-asd-and-neurodiversity ADHD & Neurodevelopmental GPs – Australia & New Zealand (Facebook Group) A clinician-only "safe space" Chris recommends for practical questions and peer support. (Private group — search the exact name on Facebook to request access.) Support & Telehealth Resources The ADHD Doctor (Dr Chris Soo) Chris's website for clinical information, referral, and updates. https://www.theadhddoctor.com.au/ ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that addresses the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing?  Check out the JCU postgraduate courses: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com 
• Replay #173 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with Professor Mark Bellgrove 27.11.2025 1ч 24мин

  Replay from July 2023, host Dr Sam Manger is joined by Professor Mark Bellgrove, the Director of Research at the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, and a Professor in Cognitive Neuroscience in the School of Psychological Sciences at Monash University.  Professor Bellgrove leads a multidisciplinary team studying the biological basis of attention and cognitive control.   In 2016 Professor Bellgrove founded the Australian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA), an interdisciplinary group devoted to advancing evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in Australia.  In 2023 he led the development of the Australian evidence-based clinical practice guideline for ADHD.   Interview starts at ~6:15.   Resources: ADHD guideline and factsheets- https://adhdguideline.aadpa.com.au/ ADHD consumer companion - https://adhdguideline.aadpa.com.au/consumer-companion/ ADHD Australia https://www.adhdaustralia.org.au/ Tools = page 79, free ones include the Swanson, Nolan and Pelham (SNAP) scale for children, and for adults the WHO Adult ADHD Self Report Scale is free VIA Character Strengths Survey & Character Reports - https://www.viacharacter.org/  ADHD coaches = https://adhdcoachesaustralasia.online/ Tuning into kids:= https://tuningintokids.org.au/courses/tuning-in-to-kids-online/ Triple P – Positive Parenting Program https://www.triplep-parenting.net.au/au/triple-p/ Relevant past episodes: Dr Arne Rubenstein Rites of Passage podcast and programs https://ritesofpassageinstitute.org/ Dr Jon Jureidini communicating with adolescents and using a genogram podcast Dr Angela Loucks Alexander Auditory Processing Disorder podcast Dr Cathy Franklin and Professor Tony Attwood Autism Spectrum Disorder podcast and another ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that addresses the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing?  Check out the JCU postgraduate courses: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com 
• #205 Everlab with Dr Steven Lu 21.11.2025 1ч 2мин

  Host Dr Sam Manger is joined by Dr Steven Lu, a GP and Founder of Everlab, an Australian preventative health company using personalized, data-driven care to detect, prevent, and reverse disease risks.  Steven is also a keen medical educator and on the RACGP Victoria Council.  Everlab is one of Australia's fasting growing startups and more information can be found here.  ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that addresses the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing?  Check out the JCU postgraduate courses: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com 
• #204 Digital Healthcare with Dr Amandeep Hansra 03.11.2025 57мин

  Dr Amandeep Hansra is a multi-award winning GP and leader in digital health and innovation in Australia with 18 years of clinical experience. She is known for her work as a digital health consultant, entrepreneur and investor. She has been a Digital Health Adviser with the Australian Digital Health Agency for five years and in July 2024 became the Agency's Chief Clinical Adviser (Medicine). Amandeep was the CEO & Medical Director of Telstra's telemedicine business ReadyCare; a joint venture between Telstra and Medgate, and co-founded the Australian Medical Angels, a network that invests in digital health and medical devices. She concurrently holds the position of Adjunct Associate Professor in Biomedical Informatics and Digital Health at the University of Sydney. Additionally, she is the co-founder of Creative Careers in Medicine community, conference and podcast. Interested in digital health? Check out the Healthcare 2040 Expo, 11-12 March 2026 at the International Convention Centre, Sydney. Healthcare 2040 Expo is the biggest and most influential digital healthcare exhibition in the southern hemisphere and explores the radical transformation of Australian healthcare over the next 15 years — from AI-enabled hospitals to genomics-driven prevention. ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that addresses the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing?  Check out the JCU postgraduate courses: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com 
• #203 Behind the Mics with Dr Sam Manger, Dr Ashlea Broomfield and Dr Rob Park 26.10.2025 1ч 1мин

  Hosts Dr Sam Manger, Dr Ashlea Broomfield and Dr Rob Park sit down together for the very first time to introduce ourselves and briefly share our stories — from diverse backgrounds in general practice and medical education to our shared passion for advancing holistic, evidence-based care.  Our trio discuss how our different experiences complement each other, what drew us into general practice, and what listeners can expect from future episodes — from deep-dives into clinical topics to candid reflections on the realities of primary care in Australia.  This episode also marks the first of a series of intermittent reflective conversations, where we will revisit key themes from past podcasts, unpack lessons learned, and explore the future implications for healthcare, practice, and professional growth.  Join us as we kick off this journey of conversation, banter, curiosity, and reflection — bringing together the art and science of being a GP in today's evolving world. ... If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn lifestyle medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that addresses the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing?  Check out the JCU postgraduate courses: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in lifestyle medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com 
• #202 Time to Represent! With Dr Eleanor Chew 29.09.2025 32мин

  Host Dr Rob Park is joined by Dr. Eleanor Chew, GP of 40 years, RACGP board chair, AMA Queensland chair, and Medal of the Order of Australia recipient.  Ever wondered how GPs go from clinic rooms to shaping the future of healthcare on state and national stages? In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Chew shares the real story of how a few coffee conversations, some inspiring mentors, and a willingness to "just say yes" launched her into influential board roles. With humour, honesty, and practical advice, Eleanor shows how you too can step onto committees, learn governance, navigate the politics, and ultimately make a difference far beyond your consulting room. If you're a young GP curious about leadership, advocacy, or simply giving back to your profession, this episode will show you exactly where to start. ... If you find this podcast valuable then subscribing, sharing, rating it 5 stars and leaving a review is appreciated. If you would like to request a topic, please contact us via thegpshow.com or contact@thegpshow.com  Thank you for listening and your support. ...  Study and learn Lifestyle Medicine:  Interested in whole of person clinical practice, research and careers that addresses the lifestyle and social determinants of illness and wellbeing?  Check out the JCU postgraduate courses: Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master in Lifestyle Medicine. Dr Sam Manger on YouTube: Using lifestyle as medicine: A new era in chronic disease remission The 3 week online microcredential in Lifestyle Medicine and Mental Health: Life and Mind available here.   Job opportunities: Are you a GP, psychiatrist, nurse, or dietitian seeking new inpatient and outpatient careers in whole of person health care?  Opportunities have come up with multiple successful healthcare organisations throughout Australia, please contact Dr Sam Manger for more information contact@thegpshow.com