Primary Care Masterclass Podcast

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Primary Care Masterclass Podcasts bring leading Primary Care medical conferences straight to your podcast app, so you can earn hours of CME without it impacting your family life. Short, practical, evidence-based Primary Care continuing medical education made for busy clinicians like you. If you'd like to access thousands of additional Primary Care conference podcasts and 'full video' podcasts including synchronised PowerPoint slides please visit: https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical or it's education partners. ArmchairMedical and their educational partners accept no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

  1. Navigating Breast Implants in Primary Care: Myths, Management, and Malignancies with Dr. Lily Vrtik - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    1 DAY AGO ·  BONUS

    Navigating Breast Implants in Primary Care: Myths, Management, and Malignancies with Dr. Lily Vrtik - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    In this episode, we sit down with Brisbane-based plastic surgeon Dr. Lily Vrtik to discuss everything General Practitioners need to know about managing patients with breast implants. With regulations from July 2023 requiring patients to obtain a GP referral for cosmetic procedures, it is more important than ever for primary care providers to be confident in counseling these patients. Dr. Vrtik debunks common myths, outlines optimal long-term surveillance protocols, and explains how to screen for rare but serious complications like Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). Key Topics Covered: Implant Types and Placements: Discover the evolution of breast implants, including why modern cohesive silicone gel acts like "Turkish delight" (it wobbles but doesn't run), and the benefits of submuscular placement in reducing capsular contracture and preserving mammogram efficacy.Busting Common Myths: Dr. Vrtik clarifies that implants do not cause autoimmune diseases and they certainly don't make patients float. She also explains why silicone might incidentally show up in a patient's lymph nodes, liver, or kidneys on an MRI due to macrophage activity, and why it is typically harmless.Best Practices for Surveillance: Learn why routine 2-yearly ultrasounds are the preferred screening tool for silent ruptures. Dr. Vrtik explains the high false-positive rate of ultrasounds for intracapsular ruptures (due to folds in the implant) and clarifies exactly when an expensive, non-rebatable MRI is clinically justified.A Crucial Imaging Tip: Always advise patients to book their ultrasound before their mammogram to prevent squashing and worsening an unidentified rupture.Managing Acute Complications: Understand how to identify delayed infections (which often present 3-4 weeks post-op, once prophylactic antibiotics stop), rippling, and capsular contracture.Screening for Implant-Associated Cancers: How to spot the red flags for BIA-ALCL (acute late-onset swelling) and the highly aggressive, newer BIA-SCC. Clinical Pearl: If you aspirate late-onset fluid from a breast implant, you must explicitly request fluid cytology, as this is how BIA-ALCL is diagnosed.When to Refer for Revision: Dr. Vrtik advocates for the "if it ain't broken, don't fix it" approach to implant lifespan. She reveals that while up to 50% of patients will need a revision around 10 to 15 years, a staggering 70% of those revisions are simply due to patient preference for a size change. Resources Mentioned: Australian Breast Device Registry: Patients with implants placed after May 2015 can contact this registry to access their specific device details.Classroom 4 Doctors: GPs looking to further their education can explore upcoming events, medical-legal workshops, and women's health forums run by Dr. Vertik in Brisbane. Note: This episode contains information that may be eligible for self-reported CPD hours with RACGP or ACRRM, scroll down for more information. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are a General Practitioner who gets invited to dozens of webinars a month. The General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast is designed for you. Instead of giving up an evening with your family for a live webinar or your weekend for a conference, you can listen to it here whenever it's convenient, in half the time and while you are commuting, exercising or even walking the dog. It's the same education, without interrupting your life. GPs can also earn CPD hours. Earn Educational Activity (EA) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. Listen to your Clinical Sessions Podcasts on your commute or while you exercise. Then each week, calculate the amount of time you invest listening and count that as self claimed Educational Activities (EA). Earn Reviewing Performance (RP) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. After each podcast, pause for a few minutes and identify and summarise 3 key points relevant to your scope of practice. Identify the key clinical learnings that may be incorporated into the clinical assessment, work-up and/or management plan for appropriate patients.If relevant, would you change any of your management strategies for those patients identified by appropriate screening, examination and investigation. Invest 10 minutes per podcast mentally reviewing your practice. When you listen to 6 podcasts per week, you have earned an hour of Reviewing Performance CPD you can self claim. Remember to document your learning! Earn Measuring Outcomes (MO) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. To claim MO, you need: A baseline measurementA change in practiceA re-measurementReflection on the outcome 1. Identify a measurable change. After the podcast, ask: “What will I do differently on Monday?” Example: Start using a screening toolChange prescribing habitsIncrease documentation of a risk factor 2. Measure your baseline (quick audit). Do a small, realistic audit Examples: Review last 10 patients with condition X% who had guideline-based management% with documented counselling 3. Implement the change. Apply the idea from the podcast for 2–4 weeks Could be as simple as a checklist, template, or reminder 4. Re-measure. Repeat the same audit: Same sample sizeSame criteria 5. Reflect & Document: What changed?Did outcomes improve?What will you keep doing? If you enjoy learning through podcasts and video podcasts then you can also access thousands of premium podcasts with PowerPoint Slides at https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Enjoying the episode?⭐ Rate this episode ➕ Follow the podcast 💬 Share it with a colleague who’d value conference learning without the time away Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical. ArmchairMedical accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

    57 min
  2. Winter Wellness Key 2026 Updates in vaccines, variants, PEP, and cold‑chain management Nicola Steenson - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    1 DAY AGO ·  BONUS

    Winter Wellness Key 2026 Updates in vaccines, variants, PEP, and cold‑chain management Nicola Steenson - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    This General Practice Clinical Session reviews current immunisation guidance for winter wellness, covering COVID-19, RSV, shingles, Japanese encephalitis virus, MMR and influenza. It explains eligibility, timing, co-administration and catch-up advice for these vaccines, including maternal RSV vaccination, nirsevimab use in infants, and influenza vaccination in pregnancy and higher-risk groups. It also introduces FluMist, a live attenuated intranasal influenza vaccine, and outlines its storage, administration, contraindications and practical precautions. The episode finishes with cold chain management, including temperature monitoring, equipment requirements and what to do during breaches or power outages. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are a General Practitioner who gets invited to dozens of webinars a month. The General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast is designed for you. Instead of giving up an evening with your family for a live webinar or your weekend for a conference, you can listen to it here whenever it's convenient, in half the time and while you are commuting, exercising or even walking the dog. It's the same education, without interrupting your life. GPs can also earn CPD hours. Earn Educational Activity (EA) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. Listen to your Clinical Sessions Podcasts on your commute or while you exercise. Then each week, calculate the amount of time you invest listening and count that as self claimed Educational Activities (EA). Earn Reviewing Performance (RP) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. After each podcast, pause for a few minutes and identify and summarise 3 key points relevant to your scope of practice. Identify the key clinical learnings that may be incorporated into the clinical assessment, work-up and/or management plan for appropriate patients.If relevant, would you change any of your management strategies for those patients identified by appropriate screening, examination and investigation. Invest 10 minutes per podcast mentally reviewing your practice. When you listen to 6 podcasts per week, you have earned an hour of Reviewing Performance CPD you can self claim. Remember to document your learning! Earn Measuring Outcomes (MO) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. To claim MO, you need: A baseline measurementA change in practiceA re-measurementReflection on the outcome 1. Identify a measurable change. After the podcast, ask: “What will I do differently on Monday?” Example: Start using a screening toolChange prescribing habitsIncrease documentation of a risk factor 2. Measure your baseline (quick audit). Do a small, realistic audit Examples: Review last 10 patients with condition X% who had guideline-based management% with documented counselling 3. Implement the change. Apply the idea from the podcast for 2–4 weeks Could be as simple as a checklist, template, or reminder 4. Re-measure. Repeat the same audit: Same sample sizeSame criteria 5. Reflect & Document: What changed?Did outcomes improve?What will you keep doing? If you enjoy learning through podcasts and video podcasts then you can also access thousands of premium podcasts with PowerPoint Slides at https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Enjoying the episode?⭐ Rate this episode ➕ Follow the podcast 💬 Share it with a colleague who’d value conference learning without the time away Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical. ArmchairMedical accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

    1hr 10min
  3. Insulin in Practice Turning Glucose Insights into Safer, Smarter Care Jaybee Serrano - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    6 DAYS AGO ·  BONUS

    Insulin in Practice Turning Glucose Insights into Safer, Smarter Care Jaybee Serrano - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    Insulin in Practice Turning Glucose Insights into Safer, Smarter Care Jaybee Serrano The podcast focuses on the transformative impact of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) technology on insulin therapy, highlighting a shift towards proactive and precision-based diabetes management. It discusses how CGM provides real-time glucose data to enhance safety and personalize insulin strategies, demonstrating clinical evidence showing improved glycemic control and reduced hypoglycemia risks. Key studies, such as the MOBA study and the GLITECH study, reveal substantial benefits of integrating CGM in insulin initiation, while addressing challenges like clinical inertia and patient hesitance. The lecture emphasizes the importance of patient engagement through innovative strategies and enhancing communication in care teams. It concludes with recommendations for maximizing the effectiveness of CGM technology in diabetes management, envisioning a future where insulin therapy is safer and more patient-centered. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are a General Practitioner who gets invited to dozens of webinars a month. The General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast is designed for you. Instead of giving up an evening with your family for a live webinar or your weekend for a conference, you can listen to it here whenever it's convenient, in half the time and while you are commuting, exercising or even walking the dog. It's the same education, without interrupting your life. GPs can also earn CPD hours. Earn Educational Activity (EA) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. Listen to your Clinical Sessions Podcasts on your commute or while you exercise. Then each week, calculate the amount of time you invest listening and count that as self claimed Educational Activities (EA). Earn Reviewing Performance (RP) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. After each podcast, pause for a few minutes and identify and summarise 3 key points relevant to your scope of practice. Identify the key clinical learnings that may be incorporated into the clinical assessment, work-up and/or management plan for appropriate patients.If relevant, would you change any of your management strategies for those patients identified by appropriate screening, examination and investigation. Invest 10 minutes per podcast mentally reviewing your practice. When you listen to 6 podcasts per week, you have earned an hour of Reviewing Performance CPD you can self claim. Remember to document your learning! Earn Measuring Outcomes (MO) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. To claim MO, you need: A baseline measurementA change in practiceA re-measurementReflection on the outcome 1. Identify a measurable change. After the podcast, ask: “What will I do differently on Monday?” Example: Start using a screening toolChange prescribing habitsIncrease documentation of a risk factor 2. Measure your baseline (quick audit). Do a small, realistic audit Examples: Review last 10 patients with condition X% who had guideline-based management% with documented counselling 3. Implement the change. Apply the idea from the podcast for 2–4 weeks Could be as simple as a checklist, template, or reminder 4. Re-measure. Repeat the same audit: Same sample sizeSame criteria 5. Reflect & Document: What changed?Did outcomes improve?What will you keep doing? If you enjoy learning through podcasts and video podcasts then you can also access thousands of premium podcasts with PowerPoint Slides at https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Enjoying the episode?⭐ Rate this episode ➕ Follow the podcast 💬 Share it with a colleague who’d value conference learning without the time away Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical. ArmchairMedical accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

    16 min
  4. Biomarkers in diagnosing and prognosing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

    10 MAY

    Biomarkers in diagnosing and prognosing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

    In today's podcast, Professor Paul Reynolds examines the role of biomarkers in evaluating idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), emphasizing their diagnostic and prognostic potential. This podcast was recorded live at the Monash Lung and Sleep Institute: COPD, Interstitial lung diseases, upper airway pathologies and occupational lung diseases State of the Art Symposium in Melbourne. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are a primary care physician who gets invited to dozens of webinars a month. The Primary Care Masterclass Podcast is designed for you. Instead of giving up an evening with your family for a live webinar or your weekend for a conference, you can listen to it here whenever it's convenient, in half the time and while you are commuting, exercising or even walking the dog. It's the same education, without interrupting your life. GPs can also earn CPD hours. Earn Educational Activity (EA) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. Listen to your Clinical Sessions Podcasts on your commute or while you exercise. Then each week, calculate the amount of time you invest listening and count that as self claimed Educational Activities (EA). Earn Reviewing Performance (RP) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. After each podcast, pause for a few minutes and identify and summarise 3 key points relevant to your scope of practice. Identify the key clinical learnings that may be incorporated into the clinical assessment, work-up and/or management plan for appropriate patients.If relevant, would you change any of your management strategies for those patients identified by appropriate screening, examination and investigation. Invest 10 minutes per podcast mentally reviewing your practice. When you listen to 6 podcasts per week, you have earned an hour of Reviewing Performance CPD you can self claim. Remember to document your learning! Earn Measuring Outcomes (MO) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. To claim MO, you need: A baseline measurementA change in practiceA re-measurementReflection on the outcome 1. Identify a measurable change. After the podcast, ask: “What will I do differently on Monday?” Example: Start using a screening toolChange prescribing habitsIncrease documentation of a risk factor 2. Measure your baseline (quick audit). Do a small, realistic audit Examples: Review last 10 patients with condition X% who had guideline-based management% with documented counselling 3. Implement the change. Apply the idea from the podcast for 2–4 weeks Could be as simple as a checklist, template, or reminder 4. Re-measure. Repeat the same audit: Same sample sizeSame criteria 5. Reflect & Document: What changed?Did outcomes improve?What will you keep doing? If you enjoy learning through podcasts and video podcasts then you can also access thousands of premium podcasts with PowerPoint Slides at https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Enjoying the episode?⭐ Rate this episode ➕ Follow the podcast 💬 Share it with a colleague who’d value conference learning without the time away Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical. ArmchairMedical accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

    21 min
  5. My patient has been diagnosed with ADHD – where do GPs start with medication management

    3 MAY

    My patient has been diagnosed with ADHD – where do GPs start with medication management

    Dr Hoie Kidd Leong podcast on ADHD medication management emphasizes diagnosis, pre-medication evaluations, stimulant options, careful dosage, and the importance of patient education for optimal treatment outcomes, outlining essential steps from diagnosis to treatment optimization. Key topics include a thorough pre-medication workup focusing on the patient's history, cardiovascular health, and necessary evaluations before starting stimulant medications. Dr Leong reviews various stimulant options, their mechanisms, contraindications, and highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach. He emphasizes careful dosage initiation and monitoring to avoid tolerance and dependency, before discussing non-stimulant alternatives and the role of lifestyle factors in treatment efficacy. The podcast concludes with principles for effective medication initiation, the significance of follow-ups, and the importance of patient education and team communication in achieving optimal ADHD management outcomes. This podcast was recorded live at the ADHD, Binge and Other Eating Disorders Symposium in Melbourne hosted by ADHD-BED Integrated. adhd-bed.events ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are a primary care physician who gets invited to dozens of webinars a month. The Primary Care Masterclass Podcast is designed for you. Instead of giving up an evening with your family for a live webinar or your weekend for a conference, you can listen to it here whenever it's convenient, in half the time and while you are commuting, exercising or even walking the dog. It's the same education, without interrupting your life. GPs can also earn CPD hours. Earn Educational Activity (EA) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. Listen to your Clinical Sessions Podcasts on your commute or while you exercise. Then each week, calculate the amount of time you invest listening and count that as self claimed Educational Activities (EA). Earn Reviewing Performance (RP) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. After each podcast, pause for a few minutes and identify and summarise 3 key points relevant to your scope of practice. Identify the key clinical learnings that may be incorporated into the clinical assessment, work-up and/or management plan for appropriate patients.If relevant, would you change any of your management strategies for those patients identified by appropriate screening, examination and investigation. Invest 10 minutes per podcast mentally reviewing your practice. When you listen to 6 podcasts per week, you have earned an hour of Reviewing Performance CPD you can self claim. Remember to document your learning! Earn Measuring Outcomes (MO) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. To claim MO, you need: A baseline measurementA change in practiceA re-measurementReflection on the outcome 1. Identify a measurable change. After the podcast, ask: “What will I do differently on Monday?” Example: Start using a screening toolChange prescribing habitsIncrease documentation of a risk factor 2. Measure your baseline (quick audit). Do a small, realistic audit Examples: Review last 10 patients with condition X% who had guideline-based management% with documented counselling 3. Implement the change. Apply the idea from the podcast for 2–4 weeks Could be as simple as a checklist, template, or reminder 4. Re-measure. Repeat the same audit: Same sample sizeSame criteria 5. Reflect & Document: What changed?Did outcomes improve?What will you keep doing? If you enjoy learning through podcasts and video podcasts then you can also access thousands of premium podcasts with PowerPoint Slides at https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Enjoying the episode?⭐ Rate this episode ➕ Follow the podcast 💬 Share it with a colleague who’d value conference learning without the time away Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical. ArmchairMedical accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

    49 min
  6. Binge eating disorders in primary care

    26 APR

    Binge eating disorders in primary care

    Professor Stephen Touyz In this episode, Professor Stephen Touyz focuses on binge eating disorder and its unique challenges. He describes his collaboration with the Australian College of General Practitioners to create training modules on binge eating disorder, emphasizes the emotional significance of eating, and contrasts binge eating disorder with anorexia nervosa. Touyz presents alarming epidemiological data highlighting the rising prevalence of binge eating disorders, particularly among men, and explores the multifactorial nature of the disorder, including associated risk factors. He advocates for a multidisciplinary treatment approach and addresses barriers to care, while also reviewing innovative treatment strategies. The session concludes with insights on the relationship between ADHD and eating disorders, underscoring the need for comprehensive assessments and collaborative care to improve patient outcomes. This podcast was recorded live at the ADHD, Binge and Other Eating Disorders Symposium in Melbourne hosted by ADHD-BED Integrated. adhd-bed.events ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are a primary care physician who gets invited to dozens of webinars a month. The Primary Care Masterclass Podcast is designed for you. Instead of giving up an evening with your family for a live webinar or your weekend for a conference, you can listen to it here whenever it's convenient, in half the time and while you are commuting, exercising or even walking the dog. It's the same education, without interrupting your life. GPs can also earn CPD hours. Earn Educational Activity (EA) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. Listen to your Clinical Sessions Podcasts on your commute or while you exercise. Then each week, calculate the amount of time you invest listening and count that as self claimed Educational Activities (EA). Earn Reviewing Performance (RP) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. After each podcast, pause for a few minutes and identify and summarise 3 key points relevant to your scope of practice. Identify the key clinical learnings that may be incorporated into the clinical assessment, work-up and/or management plan for appropriate patients.If relevant, would you change any of your management strategies for those patients identified by appropriate screening, examination and investigation. Invest 10 minutes per podcast mentally reviewing your practice. When you listen to 6 podcasts per week, you have earned an hour of Reviewing Performance CPD you can self claim. Remember to document your learning! Earn Measuring Outcomes (MO) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. To claim MO, you need: A baseline measurementA change in practiceA re-measurementReflection on the outcome 1. Identify a measurable change. After the podcast, ask: “What will I do differently on Monday?” Example: Start using a screening toolChange prescribing habitsIncrease documentation of a risk factor 2. Measure your baseline (quick audit). Do a small, realistic audit Examples: Review last 10 patients with condition X% who had guideline-based management% with documented counselling 3. Implement the change. Apply the idea from the podcast for 2–4 weeks Could be as simple as a checklist, template, or reminder 4. Re-measure. Repeat the same audit: Same sample sizeSame criteria 5. Reflect & Document: What changed?Did outcomes improve?What will you keep doing? If you enjoy learning through podcasts and video podcasts then you can also access thousands of premium podcasts with PowerPoint Slides at https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Enjoying the episode?⭐ Rate this episode ➕ Follow the podcast 💬 Share it with a colleague who’d value conference learning without the time away Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical. ArmchairMedical accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

    43 min
  7. Overdiagnosis or early detection? The controversy of melanoma in situ. - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    26 APR ·  BONUS

    Overdiagnosis or early detection? The controversy of melanoma in situ. - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    As melanoma in situ (MIS) diagnoses rise, concerns about overdiagnosis are growing — with real implications for patients, clinicians and the health system. In this episode of our podcast Melanoma Insights for Professionals, experts from dermatology, pathology, psychology and research come together to explore the drivers of overdiagnosis, the psychological impact of an MIS label, and the role of emerging diagnostic tools and data. This podcast is suitable for multidisciplinary specialist, primary care physicians and other healthcare professionals. SPEAKERS Dr Peter Ferguson - Pathologist, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Melanoma Institute AustraliaDr Christoph Sinz - Confocal Microscopy Dermatologist, Melanoma Institute AustraliaClaire Gore - Senior Clinical Psychologist, Melanoma Institute AustraliaDr Ismael Vergara - Senior Computational Biologist, Melanoma Institute Australia | Adjunct Senior Lecturer, The University of Sydney RESOURCES MIA's Patient GuidesYour Guide to Melanoma In-Situ REFERENCES Bjørch MF, Gram EG, Brodersen JB Overdiagnosis in malignant melanoma: a scoping review BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine 2024;29:17-28.Cramb SM, Duncan EW, Aitken JF, Soyer HP, Mengersen KL, Baade PD. Geographical patterns in melanoma incidence across Australia: Can thickness differentials reveal the key drivers? Ann Cancer Epidemiol 2020;4:11Daniel Lindsay, Katy J L Bell, Catherine M Olsen, David C Whiteman, Thanya Pathirana, Louisa G Collins, Estimating the magnitude and healthcare costs of melanoma in situand thin invasive melanoma overdiagnosis in Australia British Journal of Dermatology, 2024;191(6): 906–913,Patel VR, Roberson ML, Pignone MP, Adamson AS. Risk of Mortality After a Diagnosis of Melanoma In Situ. JAMA Dermatol.2023;159(7):703–710. For more practice-changing education, visit the Melanoma Education Portal (melanomaeducation.org.au). ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are a General Practitioner who gets invited to dozens of webinars a month. The General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast is designed for you. Instead of giving up an evening with your family for a live webinar or your weekend for a conference, you can listen to it here whenever it's convenient, in half the time and while you are commuting, exercising or even walking the dog. It's the same education, without interrupting your life. GPs can also earn CPD hours. Earn Educational Activity (EA) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. Listen to your Clinical Sessions Podcasts on your commute or while you exercise. Then each week, calculate the amount of time you invest listening and count that as self claimed Educational Activities (EA). Earn Reviewing Performance (RP) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. After each podcast, pause for a few minutes and identify and summarise 3 key points relevant to your scope of practice. Identify the key clinical learnings that may be incorporated into the clinical assessment, work-up and/or management plan for appropriate patients.If relevant, would you change any of your management strategies for those patients identified by appropriate screening, examination and investigation. Invest 10 minutes per podcast mentally reviewing your practice. When you listen to 6 podcasts per week, you have earned an hour of Reviewing Performance CPD you can self claim. Remember to document your learning! Earn Measuring Outcomes (MO) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. To claim MO, you need: A baseline measurementA change in practiceA re-measurementReflection on the outcome 1. Identify a measurable change. After the podcast, ask: “What will I do differently on Monday?” Example: Start using a screening toolChange prescribing habitsIncrease documentation of a risk factor 2. Measure your baseline (quick audit). Do a small, realistic audit Examples: Review last 10 patients with condition X% who had guideline-based management% with documented counselling 3. Implement the change. Apply the idea from the podcast for 2–4 weeks Could be as simple as a checklist, template, or reminder 4. Re-measure. Repeat the same audit: Same sample sizeSame criteria 5. Reflect & Document: What changed?Did outcomes improve?What will you keep doing? If you enjoy learning through podcasts and video podcasts then you can also access thousands of premium podcasts with PowerPoint Slides at https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Enjoying the episode?⭐ Rate this episode ➕ Follow the podcast 💬 Share it with a colleague who’d value conference learning without the time away Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical. ArmchairMedical accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

    40 min
  8. Turner Syndrome Session 1. Navigating the International Guidelines for Turner Syndrome Care - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    19 APR ·  BONUS

    Turner Syndrome Session 1. Navigating the International Guidelines for Turner Syndrome Care - General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast

    In this General Practice Clinical session, we are joined by Dr. Sarah McMahon, a pediatric endocrinologist, to unpack the latest updates to the international guidelines for Turner syndrome care. Designed to serve as a comprehensive roadmap for clinicians, Dr. McMahon breaks down the extensive checklist of 47 health surveillance recommendations that span a patient's entire lifespan. She discusses critical pediatric interventions, including the rationale for initiating growth hormone therapy as early as two years of age to prevent further growth failure. Dr. McMahon also explains the shift toward using transdermal estrogen starting between 11 and 12 years of age to closely mimic normal pubertal development. Beyond pediatric growth, the conversation highlights the absolute necessity of lifelong monitoring for common, hidden comorbidities such as recurrent middle ear infections, hearing loss, celiac disease, and cardiovascular complications. Crucially, the episode addresses the pivotal transition period from adolescent to adult care, emphasizing the need for an intentional, structured handover to adult specialists experienced in Turner syndrome to prevent gaps in care. Whether you are a general practitioner, pediatrician, or specialist, this episode provides essential, practical insights on utilizing multi-disciplinary clinics and regular health checklists to deliver optimal, proactive care. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are a General Practitioner who gets invited to dozens of webinars a month. The General Practice Clinical Sessions Podcast is designed for you. Instead of giving up an evening with your family for a live webinar or your weekend for a conference, you can listen to it here whenever it's convenient, in half the time and while you are commuting, exercising or even walking the dog. It's the same education, without interrupting your life. GPs can also earn CPD hours. Earn Educational Activity (EA) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. Listen to your Clinical Sessions Podcasts on your commute or while you exercise. Then each week, calculate the amount of time you invest listening and count that as self claimed Educational Activities (EA). Earn Reviewing Performance (RP) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. After each podcast, pause for a few minutes and identify and summarise 3 key points relevant to your scope of practice. Identify the key clinical learnings that may be incorporated into the clinical assessment, work-up and/or management plan for appropriate patients.If relevant, would you change any of your management strategies for those patients identified by appropriate screening, examination and investigation. Invest 10 minutes per podcast mentally reviewing your practice. When you listen to 6 podcasts per week, you have earned an hour of Reviewing Performance CPD you can self claim. Remember to document your learning! Earn Measuring Outcomes (MO) CPD without sacrificing time with your family. To claim MO, you need: A baseline measurementA change in practiceA re-measurementReflection on the outcome 1. Identify a measurable change. After the podcast, ask: “What will I do differently on Monday?” Example: Start using a screening toolChange prescribing habitsIncrease documentation of a risk factor 2. Measure your baseline (quick audit). Do a small, realistic audit Examples: Review last 10 patients with condition X% who had guideline-based management% with documented counselling 3. Implement the change. Apply the idea from the podcast for 2–4 weeks Could be as simple as a checklist, template, or reminder 4. Re-measure. Repeat the same audit: Same sample sizeSame criteria 5. Reflect & Document: What changed?Did outcomes improve?What will you keep doing? If you enjoy learning through podcasts and video podcasts then you can also access thousands of premium podcasts with PowerPoint Slides at https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts Enjoying the episode?⭐ Rate this episode ➕ Follow the podcast 💬 Share it with a colleague who’d value conference learning without the time away Disclaimer: Content is for health professionals and general educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for independent clinical judgement. Always consult current guidelines, product information and local protocols. Views expressed are those of the presenters and not necessarily ArmchairMedical. ArmchairMedical accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or harm resulting from reliance on the information provided. Visit https://www.armchairmedical.tv/podcasts for more information.

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