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Join us on this episode of the CCIM Podcast where host Dr Dana Phang has an enlightening conversation with Dr Jillann Farmer, who has had an extraordinary career path ranging from being a clinician in rural emergency medicine and primary care to serving as the Medical Director of the United Nations. Dr Farmer's unique journey is a testament to the myriad of possibilities that exist for medical professionals looking to shape a career filled with passion and individuality.
Delving into the Better Culture project's initiatives aimed at enhancing culture in healthcare workplaces by tackling issues such as bullying, harassment, racism, and discrimination. Her focus on intersectional equity is particularly salient, emphasising the need for disaggregated data to better understand the diverse experiences of underrepresented groups in the medical sphere.
Reflecting on the systemic issues within the medical field, they also discuss the importance of safety and governance systems for patient care, and how her experiences in student leadership and advocacy shaped her understanding and commitment to regulatory improvements.
The episode will leave medical professionals with a nuanced view of the potential for meaningful career diversification and how determined efforts can result in significant cultural change within the healthcare industry.
We invite you to delve deeper into Dr Farmer’s current work by visiting the Better Culture project, an excellent resource for those looking to contribute positively to the medical community's work environment.
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In an educational instalment from the CCIM24 Meet Me in the Metaverse conference, A/Prof Derrick Tin discusses his career in Disaster and Counter-Terrorism Medicine. He outlines a unique, high-demand medical specialty that diverges from traditional paths.
A/Prof Tin delves into Disaster Medicine's complexities, its global impact on public health, and how thinking beyond traditional disaster scenarios is necessary to prepare for compound disasters and unpredictable "black swan events."

His work encompasses groundbreaking research into terrorism and mass casualty events, counseling governments, NGOs, and healthcare corporations, and implementing practical disaster risk mitigation and response measures. Notably, A/Prof Tin translates this research into real-world applications, such as training emergency physicians in tactical casualty care and leading medical teams in crisis zones.

A/Prof Tin’s message is clear: Disaster Medicine aims to provide top-tier medical care to vulnerable populations in the most challenging circumstances. This session is a testament to the dedication and innovation needed to excel in this specialty.

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In this episode of the CCIM podcast, we are joined by Associate Professor Fiona Brownfoot, an obstetrician and clinician scientist, and co-founder of Kali Healthcare. Fiona details her journey of innovation, from identifying the need for better foetal monitoring to conceptualising and developing a wearable device that transcends the limitations of 1970s CTG technology. Sharing her experiences in turning a concept into a potential game-changing product in the field of obstetrics.
Fiona shares valuable insights into the importance of collaboration, drawing on expertise across disciplines, notably with Professor Gregor Grady and a talented team of electrical engineers. Through rigorous research and AI-assisted development, they devised an accurate method to detect foetal heartbeat—critical to their success.
She then outlines the complexities of the commercialization journey, the transition from prototype to commercially viable product, and the necessity of navigating FDA and TGA regulatory pathways. Fiona discusses the challenges and rewards of working towards Series A funding and the anticipated launch of the device.
Networking and mentorship were highlighted as crucial elements that have shaped Fiona's success in the MedTech space. Fiona then reflects on the emotional rollercoaster of starting a MedTech company and her readiness to support others interested in this field.

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In this episode of CCIM, host Elise Putt sits down with Dr Pat Aouad, a neurologist specialising in neuroimmunology and the co-founder of CU Health, to explore the intersections of clinical medicine, digital health, and entrepreneurship.
Pat shares his time management technique of time blocking, which helps him wear different hats effectively in his diverse roles. Providing insights on the advanced treatments available for multiple sclerosis and touches on his own journey from practising neurology to co-founding a virtual healthcare platform.
For clinicians considering a move into entrepreneurial endeavours, Pat stresses the importance of mentorship, aligning personal values with business goals, and maintaining well-being to prevent burnout.

Delving into how CU Health operates, highlighting how services are accessed via telehealth or in-person and whether the platform employs staff exclusively or serves as a connector between companies and healthcare providers.

Pat Aouad provided insights from his experiences in healthcare startups, underscoring the necessity of having healthcare professionals involved from the outset to ensure that business strategies meet clinical needs. Despite lacking formal business training, he has built expertise through practice and partnerships and delves into the collaboration among specialists, general practitioners, and business experts to drive innovation in healthcare.

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In this episode of the CCIM Podcast, host Dr Elise Putt welcomes Dr Joanna Prendergast, whose diagnosis of breast cancer in 2021 profoundly influenced her dynamic career as a child and adolescent psychiatrist, stand-up comedian, and author. 
Dr Prendergast shares the intertwining of her professional pathways and the resilience she has shown through her health challenges.
Dr Prendergast discusses her upcoming book, "When Life Sucks," which provides guidance to parents navigating teenage mental health issues. The book represents her multifaceted experience, combining expertise as a physician, comedian, and parent to create a valuable resource set to release with HarperCollins.
In the realm of comedy, Dr Prendergast illuminates her creative process in developing her show "Cancer and Cartwheels," and her experiences performing at the Adelaide Fringe and aspiring for the Billy T award. Her commitment to comedy stands out as she reflects on its therapeutic value and its challenging yet addictive nature.
Delving into her clinical background, Dr Prendergast speaks of her diverse practice, which has ranged from perinatal mental health to working with severe chronic mental illness and specialised disorders. Her stories from medical school to her decision to focus on psychiatry reveal the continuous evolution of her career and interests.
Additionally, she teases her upcoming tour with "The Cool Mum," acknowledging the unpredictability of her health and the importance of finding a sustainable work-life balance. With aspirations to become an "entertaining psychiatrist," Dr Prendergast contemplates a possible media presence through a show merging mental health discussions with humour.
Her personal insights provide listeners with a glimpse into her family life, where her children's support shines through, being involved in her shows and bearing her "cool mum" persona with a touch of playful exasperation.
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In the latest episode of the CCIM Podcast, host Elise Putt sits down with Dr Richie Austerberry to explore his unique journey from a musical background to the field of medicine and ultimately to his role as a pioneer in healthcare technology. Richie shares his experiences that led him away from a career in music and into the halls of medical school, where he found a passion for neurosurgery, only to later realise that his true calling lay elsewhere.
Richie reflects on the pivotal moment when he decided not to continue his pursuit of neurosurgery, which opened the door for his exploration into the world of urgent care. This transition was the catalyst for his interest in coding and the conception of Night Doctor, a service that underwent a rigorous ten-month planning period before its launch in 2016. He delves into the creation of Night Doctor's web application, developed using Ruby on Rails to ensure a mobile-first approach and compatibility with various devices, emphasising the strategic benefits of cloud-based applications in healthcare such as portability, cost efficiency, and convenience.
Richie highlights the broadening of his team's vision to extend their design principles across various healthcare specialties, fostering an inclusive approach to healthcare innovation. At the heart of Airclinix, the health tech startup where Richie serves as co-founder and CEO, lies a commitment to practitioner collaboration in the development of practice management systems that are both principled and practitioner-involved.
Also sharing some intimate insights into his personal life, discussing his passion for language learning, especially Chinese, which has become a therapeutic hobby providing him with balance and control. Despite facing regulatory hurdles that affected Knight Doctor and Perth Home GP, Richie's dedication to improving patient experiences through advanced software remains steadfast.
Delving into the future of healthcare, with predictions about automation's role in enhancing efficiency and making healthcare provision more rewarding for professionals. Richie encourages listeners to follow careers that genuinely satisfy them, using his own experience of leaving clinical practice to focus on technology as an illustration of finding fulfilment in one’s work.

Join host Elise Putt as she unpacks these topics and more on this enlightening instalment of the CCIM Podcast, which offers a glimpse into the evolving landscape of healthcare and the potential impacts of technology on medical practice.

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