The New Zealand General Practice Podcast

Dr Jo Scott-Jones
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In seasons 1 and 2 Dr Jo Scott-Jones shares the joy of General Practice with colleagues through inspiring stories about what is special about being a GP. In Season 3 you will find monthly updates on clinically relevant topics in conversation with Dr Dave Maplesden. This podcast aims to counter growing pressure on GPs through sharing knowledge and creating a positive culture in family medicine. . Shownotes are available at https://opotikigp.wordpress.com/ and video of the podcast at https://myhealthhub.co.nz/the-new-zealand-general-practice-podcast/

  1. JAN 31

    Clinical Snippets January 2026

    Dr Dave catches Dr Jo up on Measles clinical signs, testing, management, complications, and vaccination advice, NSAID use in CKD and Methotrexate without folic acid. Disability Allowance updates – special food form, CGM funding considerations. Cremation Regulations exemption extended – process and applicability. Concussion Guidelines – new ANZ guidance and assessment tools. RNZCGP position statement on 12‑month prescribing – regulatory changes and practice policy guidance. Resources Angina Action Plan (multi‑language) Birth Trauma Screening Tool (City Birth Trauma Scale) Online learning modules for bowel screening Antibiotic stewardship (Te Whata Kura) Adult ADHD – webinar information

    47 min

  2. 12/06/2025

    Clinical Snippets December 2025

    Dr Dave teaches Dr Jo about Restless leg syndrome, Pregabalin prescribing, Ryeqo for endometriosis, Nortriptyline, Signs in acute coronary syndrome, SCAD a new HQSC cultural resource and other Resources for STI patient info, Herpes guidelines, Cybersecurity for primary care and the Miscarriage Matters website.

    39 min

  3. 11/30/2025

    Clinical Snippets November 2025

    Dr Dave teaches Dr Jo about Valproate in women of childbearing age Triple whammy Macrolides + statins Carotid artery POCUS Insomnia meds New sepsis guidance Pharmac SA updates Alzheimer disease advances Research Review gems BNP levels on Pasifika patients Varenicline for vaping cessation and Vitamin K2 for nocturnal leg cramps

    34 min

  4. 11/01/2025

    Clinical Snippets October 2025

    Dr Dave teaches Dr Jo about Suicide prevention with new NHS and NICE guidance discouraging risk stratification tools and instead emphasising relational safety, a biopsychosocial approach, dynamic safety planning, inclusivity, and clear communication. Dr Dave covers paediatric gastroenteritis, a recent NEJM study confirms oral ondansetron’s effectiveness in reducing vomiting in children, with NZFC guidance supporting its use for dehydration-related cases. Privacy and safety intersect in the discussion of HIPC Rule 11, which allows clinicians to disclose health information without consent if there is a serious threat to life or health, provided specific criteria are met and documentation is thorough. In diabetes care, once-weekly insulin icodec is found to be as effective as daily long-acting insulins, though it is not yet approved in New Zealand and is more costly. Insomnia management advances include the approval of lemborexant, a DORA, with evidence supporting its efficacy and safety, though it remains unsubsidised. COPD management is updated with guidance on triple therapy and the role of eosinophil counts, while iron deficiency is clarified with new diagnostic and monitoring recommendations. Finally, Dr Jo learns about some adult ADHD management resources and gets recent insights into QTc-prolonging medications.

    44 min

  5. 10/12/2025

    Clinical Snippets September 2025

    Dr Dave teaches Dr Jo about Malnutrition detection and management, the Breast screening age extension, Serum estradiol measurement in menopause, Anticoagulant monitoring equity concerns, Prostate cancer screening and digital rectal exam, Optimal Cancer Care Pathways (OCCPs), FIT for Symptomatic bowel pathway, Oral iron tablet supply issue:, and Adrenaline administration by vaccinators. Apologies for the delayed publication of this epsiode.

    47 min

  6. 10/12/2025

    Clinical Snippets August 2025

    Dr Dave talks to us about Desmopressin in nocturnal enuresis in children, ADHD resources, changes to the National Community Referral Criteria for Imaging, CT Imaging and Cancer Risk, greater Covid-19 antiviral eligibility, a reminder re hyperkalaemia, and widened access to meningococcal B vaccine. Apologies for the delayed publication of this episode.

    39 min

  7. 08/03/2025

    Clinical Snippets July 2025

    Dr Dave covers Kawasaki Disease, weaning antidepressants, firearms forms, buckle fracture management, carer benefit, mirena use for contraception extension to 8 years, more inhalers per script, resources including Healthify's app store and laughter for dry eyes.

    44 min

  8. 07/06/2025

    Clinical Snippets June 2025

    Dr Jo leans the difference between poppers, nangs and nos, and some serious side effects of sniffing gas. Dr Dave share ssome ACC resources, information about accessing records after death and a surprising use for saffron.

    42 min
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In seasons 1 and 2 Dr Jo Scott-Jones shares the joy of General Practice with colleagues through inspiring stories about what is special about being a GP. In Season 3 you will find monthly updates on clinically relevant topics in conversation with Dr Dave Maplesden. This podcast aims to counter growing pressure on GPs through sharing knowledge and creating a positive culture in family medicine. . Shownotes are available at https://opotikigp.wordpress.com/ and video of the podcast at https://myhealthhub.co.nz/the-new-zealand-general-practice-podcast/

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