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Doctor What? Doctor Where? Stories of Rural Medicine in Victoria

Monash University
Rural Medicine
Monash University
General Practice
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
Medical Training
Healthcare
Coroner's Act
Postgraduate Medical Council Of Victoria
AMC Pre-Vocational Framework
Bonded Medical Program
Intern Matching Process
Latrobe Regional Health
Death Certificates
Forensic Medicine
Artificial Intelligence In Medicine
Imposter Syndrome
Lifestyle Medicine
Medical Internship Training
Cultural Safety
Health Care Disparities

Choosing a career pathway in medicine is a tough decision. With so many specialty options to choose from, the possibilities often seem endless and it can be hard to decide what medicine to practice and where. This series of conversations with doctors at all stages of their career across regional Victoria paints a picture of what training and practicing rural medicine is like, and the lifestyle tha... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Auciello
Akram Registrar who has completed training in Advanced Skill and Emergency Medicine
Emergency Registrar, Bairnsdale East Gippsland
Episode: Moving on From Mistakes: Challenging the Medical Perfectionist Culture
Sophie Fontaine
Doctor featured earlier on expedition medicine episode
Victorian Rural Generalist Program
Episode: Moving on From Mistakes: Challenging the Medical Perfectionist Culture
Dr Catherine Sloan
GP based in Melton, visiting Robinvale through RFDS Victoria
RFDS Victoria; Bayside Health
Episode: What Does a Career with the Royal Flying Doctors Service Victoria Look Like?
Dr Anita Moss
GP Obstetrician; visiting GP for Robinvale through RFDS Victoria
RFDS Victoria; Murray Valley Aboriginal Co-op
Episode: What Does a Career with the Royal Flying Doctors Service Victoria Look Like?
Dr Louise Sterling
GP based in Warragul, Gippsland, Victoria; lifestyle medicine specialist
Warragul, Gippsland, Victoria
Episode: Lifestyle Medicine and the Art of Difficult Conversations -
Rob Dawson
Associate Professor, former anaesthetist, physician-educator
Monash University Regional Training Hub Gippsland
Episode: Dealing With Imposter Syndrome in Medicine
Thelma Boshoff
PGY3 doctor, mature student who transitioned from physiotherapy to medicine
Rural Victoria
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Will Hardy
Second-year doctor, ACCRM registrar, aspiring GP/EM physician
Gippsland, Victoria
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Dr. Joe Wong
PGY-2 doctor in West Gippsland Hospital, Warragul
Monash Malaysia / Gippsland Rural Intern Training Program (GRIT)
Episode: Didn’t Want Rural… Now I Wouldn’t Trade It - Dr Joe Wong

Hosts

Kirsten Diprose
Host of Doctor What? Doctor Where? Stories of Rural Medicine
Patrick Lavric
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Advanced skills transferring GP/Rural Generalist to Melbourne

    This podcast has renewed my faith in rural medical practice. What has been discussed by the interviewer and the interviewees resonates strongly with me. I’m looking forward to living in regional Victoria and feel more confident that I will receive excellent care in a health setting.

    Thank you for this excellent podcast.

    Suey

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sueylonergan88
    Australia7 years ago

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Listeners express strong appreciation for the valuable insights into rural medical practice and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals.
Many feel inspired by the discussions regarding career opportunities in rural areas and express gratitude for addressing real-world issues in healthcare.
Overall, feedback indicates a positive reception of the host's approach and the relevance of guest experiences.

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What Does a Career with the Royal Flying Doctors Service Victoria Look Like?
Q: How does RFDS Victoria differ from the traditional image of the Flying Doctor service?
RFDS Victoria focuses on primary care, telehealth, dental and wellbeing services, and community transport rather than just emergency retrievals or air ambulance missions, providing ongoing care to rural communities.
Didn’t Want Rural… Now I Wouldn’t Trade It - Dr Joe Wong
Q: What aspects of rural training stood out as beneficial compared to metro hospitals?
The ability to manage a wide range of cases, faster progression from student to practicing doctor, and the supportive, familiar community in smaller hospitals.
Didn’t Want Rural… Now I Wouldn’t Trade It - Dr Joe Wong
Q: What was your initial reaction to being allocated to a rural internship program?
He anticipated metro prestige but found value in hands-on exposure, learning in a calmer environment, and closer relationships with staff.
Lifestyle Medicine and the Art of Difficult Conversations -
Q: What skills or training pathways should junior doctors pursue if they're interested in lifestyle medicine?
Practice the lifestyle you teach, pursue formal training in lifestyle medicine, and engage in courses and fellowships that build interdisciplinary understanding and evidence-informed practice.
Lifestyle Medicine and the Art of Difficult Conversations -
Q: Can you share examples of difficult conversations you've had that weren't solely about weight and how you approached them?
By listening to patient priorities, using health coaching to set achievable steps, and aligning goals with their values, which builds motivation and sustainable change.

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Conversations with various healthcare professionals provide insights into the nuances of practicing medicine in rural Victoria. The content often focuses on the challenges and rewards faced by general practitioners, particularly in remote areas where community connection and continuity of care are vital. Topics frequently include transition experiences from medical training to practice, the intern matching process, and efforts to enhance the Indigenous medical workforce. Unique elements, such as discussions about cultural safety in healthcare and initiatives aimed at supporting junior doctors, contribute to a broader understanding of the medical landscape in rural settings. This series is likely to appeal to current and aspiring medical pro... more

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