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Healthed is a leading provider of quality clinical education for doctors and other healthcare professionals. This episode has been made available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube. For free access to the full library of podcasts and to claim CPD for listening, visit healthed.com.au or download the Healthed app. These podcasts are intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use these podcasts as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional.

  1. 2D AGO

    Importance of sleep for preventive health

    In this episode: Primary care has an important place in addressing this issue of poor sleep Poor sleep is prevalent in adults and a very significant risk factor for many short and long term health outcomes Poor sleep is modifiable and GPs can support people to improve sleep  Expert: Dr Alexandra Metse, Clinical Psychologist & Lecturer This podcast is intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use this podcast as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional. The Australasian Sleep Association (ASA) is the peak scientific body in Australia and New Zealand representing clinicians, scientists and researchers working in sleep health and sleep medicine. Visit the Australasian Sleep Association for more information and resources. https://www.sleep.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    42 min

  2. FEB 12

    Melatonin and sleep medications in children

    In this episode: The incidence of sleep disorders in children and its impact on the family The role of melatonin in the treatment of sleep disorders in children Why melatonin is not the answer for all sleep disorders The pitfalls of unsupervised melatonin use in children Experts: Dr Jasneek Chawla, Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physician & Prof Sarah Blunden, Paediatric Sleep Research and Clinical Psychology This podcast is intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use this podcast as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional. The Australasian Sleep Association (ASA) is the peak scientific body in Australia and New Zealand representing clinicians, scientists and researchers working in sleep health and sleep medicine. Visit the Australasian Sleep Association for more information and resources. https://www.sleep.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  3. FEB 5

    Tuberous sclerosis - Information for GPs

    In this episode: The clinical manifestations of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) The genetics of TSC The importance of early diagnosis of TSC New therapies for the management of TSC Recommended clinical surveillance for those with a diagnosis of TSC Expert: Dr Clara Chung, Clinical Geneticist This podcast is intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use this podcast as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional. TSC (Tuberous Sclerosis Complex) is a rare genetic condition that causes tumours to grow in major organs of the body. It affects more than 2,000 people in Australia and thousands more families and friends. Tuberous Sclerosis Australia is the only organisation in Australia supporting people living with TSC. Visit the TSA for more information and resources. https://tsa.org.au/ Date of publication: February 2022 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  4. JAN 23

    Parkinson’s disease – Diagnosis: Part 1

    In this episode: Diagnosis involves the natural history, examination and referral of patients with Parkinson’s disease GPs to be attuned to the asymmetry of clinical signs and symptoms – this is a highlight for Parkinson’s disease Need to be observant to the non-motor symptoms (depression, constipation, anxiety) in new and ongoing patients Expert: Dr Alessandro Fois, Neurologist This podcast is intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use this podcast as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37 min

  5. JAN 14

    Narcolepsy – How to identify, assess, diagnose, and manage

    In this episode: Not all people with hypersomnolence have narcolepsy Narcolepsy is a long term condition with significant burden Sufferers need long term support, in the same way that any chronic disease does Expert: Dr David Cunnington, Specialist Sleep Physician This podcast is intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use this podcast as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional. The Australasian Sleep Association (ASA) is the peak scientific body in Australia and New Zealand representing clinicians, scientists and researchers working in sleep health and sleep medicine. Visit the Australasian Sleep Association for more information and resources. https://www.sleep.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min

  6. JAN 7

    Circadian and sleep health – The impact of light

    In this episode: All physiological processes occur at the appropriate time and in sync with the external environment Opportunity for new approach in healthcare - harness the power of circadian timing Develop tools to measure and assess circadian timing and correct the disruptions and outcomes of patients Expert: Prof Shantha Wilson Rajaratnam, Professor of Sleep and Circadian Medicine This podcast is intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use this podcast as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional. The Australasian Sleep Association (ASA) is the peak scientific body in Australia and New Zealand representing clinicians, scientists and researchers working in sleep health and sleep medicine. Visit the Australasian Sleep Association for more information and resources. https://www.sleep.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min

  7. 12/31/2025

    Dental sleep medicine

    In this episode: Dental referral requires a sleep physician referral and a conversation with the dentist is required to obtain all necessary information If a patient is referred to a sleep physician, the GP needs to note and ask if a jaw advancement splint is an appropriate form of treatment For patients who are considering alternative therapies, health professionals should highlight that in the end it is the lifestyle change that is hugely important, and not to rely on any one therapy Experts: Dr Dinukshi Daniels, Fellow of Dental Sleep Medicine Program Manager This podcast is intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use this podcast as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional. The Australasian Sleep Association (ASA) is the peak scientific body in Australia and New Zealand representing clinicians, scientists and researchers working in sleep health and sleep medicine. Visit the Australasian Sleep Association for more information and resources. https://www.sleep.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min

  8. 12/21/2025

    Sleep health and shiftwork

    In this episode: Talking to patients about life patterns and how they fit with shiftwork Understand the reasons why sleep might be difficult, and what the flow-on effects are from getting inadequate sleep Conversations that shiftwork will challenge sleep, and learning strategies for sleep and alertness management to figure out what works best for the individual Experts: Professor Sally Ferguson, Director & Head of Ops and Research Professor & Dr Prerna Varma, Research Fellow This podcast is intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use this podcast as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional. The Australasian Sleep Association (ASA) is the peak scientific body in Australia and New Zealand representing clinicians, scientists and researchers working in sleep health and sleep medicine. Visit the Australasian Sleep Association for more information and resources. https://www.sleep.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 min
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Healthed is a leading provider of quality clinical education for doctors and other healthcare professionals. This episode has been made available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube. For free access to the full library of podcasts and to claim CPD for listening, visit healthed.com.au or download the Healthed app. These podcasts are intended to be medical advice that is designed for health professionals only. We do not recommend you use these podcasts as a substitute for a consult with a qualified health professional.

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  • Creator
    Healthed Australia
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Healthed Podcasts

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