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MMS Network is dedicated to amplifying the diverse voices within the Melbourne Medical School community. Hosted by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School, MMS Network features engaging conversations with guests who are shaping the future of medicine and education. Produced and recorded by the Melbourne Medical School at The University of Melbourne.

2d ago

Clinical Trials at the Melbourne Medical School

How do we ask the right clinical questions, build the necessary partnerships, and apply the appropriate methodologies needed to answer them? Professor Sarath Ranganathan sits down with Professor Steven Tong, Clinical Professorial Fellow in the Department of Infectious Diseases at the Melbourne Medical School, infectious diseases physician with the Victorian Infectious Diseases Service, and Co-Head of Clinical and Health Services Research at the Doherty Institute. Together, they discuss how Steven's experiences caring for patients, particularly in infectious diseases and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, have shaped a research career focused on improving patient outcomes. He also shares the story behind the award-winning Staphylococcus aureus Network Adaptive Platform (SNAP) Trial, a novel, large scale, international clinical trial that will both establish best practice evidence and optimise care for patients during the conduct of the trial. Your feedback helps shape our episodes. If you have suggestions, ideas or just want to share what you liked about this episode, please get in touch with the Melbourne Medical School communications team: mms-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au. If you would like to explore music recommendations from all our podcast guests so far, you can check out the MMS Network Podcast Music Playlist on Spotify. MMS Network is a podcast from the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne. Recorded at The Horwood Recording Studio University of Melbourne by Gavin Nebauer. Music created by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School.
Sep 18

Psychiatry at the Melbourne Medical School

How can we ensure people who live with mental illness receive the necessary care and support to lead fulfilling lives through research and ongoing advancements in mental health care? Professor Sarath Ranganathan sits down with Professor Chris Davey, Head of the Department of Psychiatry at the Melbourne Medical School for a wide-ranging discussion on mental health, psychiatry, and the future of mental health care. Together, they explore his journey into medicine and academic psychiatry, the experiences that shaped his career, and his passion for understanding mental illness through both scientific and human perspectives. Your feedback helps shape our episodes. If you have suggestions, ideas or just want to share what you liked about this episode, please get in touch with the Melbourne Medical School communications team: mms-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au. If you would like to explore music recommendations from all our podcast guests so far, you can check out the MMS Network Podcast Music Playlist on Spotify. MMS Network is a podcast from the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne. Recorded at The Horwood Recording Studio University of Melbourne by Gavin Nebauer. Music created by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School.
Aug 20

The Future of Medical Education

How can medical education evolve to prepare for a rapidly changing technological landscape? Professor Sarath Ranganathan sits down with Dr Mark Cohen, Dean of Carle Illinois College of Medicine for a conversation about the future of medical education in an era increasingly shaped by technology, innovation, data science, and artificial intelligence. Drawing on the innovative model at Carle Illinois College of Medicine, where engineering, design thinking and clinical education are integrated throughout the curriculum, Dr Cohen shares examples of students developing technology-driven solutions that are already making an impact in healthcare settings. Your feedback helps shape our episodes. If you have suggestions, ideas or just want to share what you liked about this episode, please get in touch with the Melbourne Medical School communications team: mms-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au. If you would like to explore music recommendations from all our podcast guests so far, you can check out the MMS Network Podcast Music Playlist on Spotify. MMS Network is a podcast from the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne. Recorded at The Horwood Recording Studio University of Melbourne by Gavin Nebauer. Music created by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School.
Jul 17

Diabetes Healthcare at the Melbourne Medical School

How are research, innovation and community partnerships shaping the future of diabetes healthcare? Professor Sarath Ranganathan sits down with with Professor Elif Ekinci, Head of the Department of Medicine at Melbourne Medical School and Director of the Australian Centre for Accelerating Diabetes Innovations (ACADI) and Professor Glen Noonan, Chief Executive Officer of Diabetes Victoria. Together, they explore how research, innovation and community partnerships are helping shape the future of diabetes healthcare. Elif reflects on the experiences that first inspired her career in diabetes research and clinical care, while Glen shares his personal connection to diabetes and the purpose that drives his leadership of Diabetes Victoria. Your feedback helps shape our episodes. If you have suggestions, ideas or just want to share what you liked about this episode, please get in touch with the Melbourne Medical School communications team: mms-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au. If you would like to explore music recommendations from all our podcast guests so far, you can check out the MMS Network Podcast Music Playlist on Spotify. MMS Network is a podcast from the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne. Recorded at The Horwood Recording Studio University of Melbourne by Gavin Nebauer. Music created by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School.
Jun 25

Artificial Intelligence at the Melbourne Medical School

Can AI help reshape the future of pregnancy care? Professor Sarath Ranganathan sits down with Dr Emerson Keenan, Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health and co-founder of Kali Healthcare. Together, they explore Emerson’s journey from electrical engineering into medicine, the development of Kali Healthcare’s AI-powered wearable device for at-home pregnancy monitoring, and the opportunities AI presents for healthcare and medical research. They also discuss how combining engineering and clinical expertise can drive innovation, improve patient experiences, and create new models of care that address pressing healthcare challenges. Your feedback helps shape our episodes. If you have suggestions, ideas or just want to share what you liked about this episode, please get in touch with the Melbourne Medical School communications team: mms-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au. If you would like to explore music recommendations from all our podcast guests so far, you can check out the MMS Network Podcast Music Playlist on Spotify. MMS Network is a podcast from the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne. Recorded at The Horwood Recording Studio University of Melbourne by Gavin Nebauer. Music created by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School.
May 21

Art and Medicine at the Melbourne Medical School

What happens when medicine meets creativity and sustainability? Professor Sarath Ranganathan is joined by Dr Tanishka Brahmanand, a Melbourne Medical School alum, Wattle Fellow, junior doctor and multidisciplinary artist whose work sits at the intersection of medicine, sustainability and creative expression. Together, they explore Tanishka’s career journey and her experiences as a Wattle Fellow. They also discuss the inspiration behind Do No Harm: Reflections on Healthcare, a public-facing exhibition curated by Tanishka in 2025 that explored planetary health consciousness and recognised the intrinsic link between human health and natural systems. Your feedback helps shape our episodes. If you have suggestions, ideas or just want to share what you liked about this episode, please get in touch with the Melbourne Medical School communications team: mms-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au If you would like to explore music recommendations from all our podcast guests so far, you can check out the MMS Network Podcast Music Playlist. MMS Network is a podcast from the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne. Produced by the Melbourne Medical School. Recorded at The Horwood Recording Studio University of Melbourne by Gavin Nebauer. Music created by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School.
Apr 30

Clinical Research at the Melbourne Medical School

Ever wondered how a cardiologist balances patient care with medical research? Professor Sarath Ranganathan is joined by academic cardiologist Associate Professor Elizabeth (Liz) Paratz to explore what it means to bridge the worlds of patient care and medical research. Liz reflects on her path from Melbourne Medical School student to prize-winning researcher, sharing insights into balancing clinical practice with research, the evolving role of big data and artificial intelligence in cardiology, and her advice for those starting out in clinical research. They also discuss her work in Timor-Leste, where she contributes to building cardiac care capacity and shaping national heart health strategies. Your feedback helps shape our episodes. If you have suggestions, ideas or just want to share what you liked about this episode, please get in touch with the Melbourne Medical School communications team: mms-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au If you would like to explore music recommendations from all our podcast guests so far, you can check out the MMS Network Podcast Music Playlist. MMS Network is a podcast from the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne. Produced by the Melbourne Medical School. Recorded at The Horwood Recording Studio University of Melbourne by Gavin Nebauer. Music created by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School. Photographer credits: Kate Longley.
11/12/2025

Innovation at the Melbourne Medical School

How do discoveries become devices that change lives? Professor Sarath Ranganathan sits down with Professor Alice Pébay AM, Innovation Lead in the Melbourne Medical School and Professor Nicholas Opie, Laboratory Head in the Department of Medicine and founder of medical device company, Synchron. Together, they explore how innovation flourishes at the intersection of disciplines, trace the path from discovery to commercialisation, and share practical advice for those ready to take their first steps into the innovation space. Your feedback helps shape our episodes. If you have suggestions, ideas or just want to share what you liked about this episode, please get in touch with the Melbourne Medical School communications team: mms-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au. If you would like to explore music recommendations from all our podcast guests so far, you can check out the MMS Network Podcast Music Playlist on Spotify. MMS Network is a podcast from the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne. Recorded at The Horwood Recording Studio University of Melbourne by Gavin Nebauer. Music created by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School. Photographer credits: Kate Longley.

MMS Network is dedicated to amplifying the diverse voices within the Melbourne Medical School community. Hosted by Professor Sarath Ranganathan, Head of the Melbourne Medical School, MMS Network features engaging conversations with guests who are shaping the future of medicine and education. Produced and recorded by the Melbourne Medical School at The University of Melbourne.

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Melbourne Medical School
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

17
Rating

Clean
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© The University of Melbourne
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