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The Goodfellow Unit Podcast is an educational resource designed for healthcare professionals, particularly those in primary care. Produced by the Goodfellow Unit at the University of Auckland, this podcast delivers concise, evidence-based discussions on a wide range of clinical topics relevant to general practice. Episodes feature expert interviews and practical insights designed to enhance patien... more

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This episode discusses the complexities of refugee health in New Zealand, featuring Dr Karen Chung, a Senior Medical Practitioner at the Mangere Refugee Health Service. The conversation covers the refugee resettlement process, the critical role of pr... more

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Huggan discusses the critical topic of sepsis, its prevalence in New Zealand, and how it presents in primary care settings. He explores the differences between sepsis and standard infections, the criteria for defining sepsis... more

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In this episode Ole Schmiedel discusses Mounjaro, a new weight loss drug, with a focus on its mechanism of action, practical use, side effects, nutritional considerations, and long-term safety. The conversation provides insights into how Mounjaro dif... more

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Massimo Giola, an infectious disease specialist, discusses genital skin problems in males.

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Dr Paul Huggan
Infectious diseases specialist and co-founder of Sepsis Trust New Zealand
Waikato Hospital; Sepsis Trust New Zealand
Episode: Sepsis
Dr. Ole Schmiedel
Endocrinologist with interest in diabetes and weight management
Episode: Obesity management approaches
Dr. Massimo Giola
Infectious diseases specialist and sexual health physician, clinical lead of sexual health services in Tauranga and Rotorua, New Zealand.
Tauranga and Rotorua sexual health services
Episode: Male genital skin conditions
Professor Ngaire Kerse
GP with a clinical fellowship in geriatric medicine.
University of Auckland
Episode: Older adults and medication management
Angela Ballantyne
Teaches bioethics at the University of Otago, Wellington, former roles with WHO and Yale University.
University of Otago
Episode: Medical ethics
Dr. Alwyn D'Souza
Consultant hematologist at Wellington Hospital, experienced in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and lymphomas.
Wellington Hospital
Episode: Full blood count
Nikki Turner
An academic GP, and a professor in the Department of General Practice at the University of Auckland
Immunization Advisory Center
Episode: Measles outbreak
Dr. Jessica Dunning
New Zealand-trained obstetrician and gynecologist specializing in endometriosis and laparoscopic surgery.
Te Tukatūmai, Auckland and Auckland Gynecology Group
Episode: Fibroids
Suze Malcolm
Consultant clinical psychologist with 25 years of experience in mental health services.
Private practice in Wellington
Episode: Grief: A personal journey

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Dr. Helen Carr
GP and host of the Goodfellow Unit Podcasts; affiliated with Goodfellow Unit, University of Auckland.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Great content but needs polish

    Great content but needs to get a professional to add polish to the episodes including intros and outros and editing and sound quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Shoda504
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Hair loss in woman

    It is great common subject

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    haniealsabtie
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • Good content

    Great podcast, although it would be useful if episodes were dated please :)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SJ Connell
    New Zealand6 years ago
  • Awesome

    From Eve

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evil_eve
    New Zealand9 years ago
  • Highly recommended

    The Goodfellow podcasts were heralded as an excellent source of evidence based advice by Prof Michael Allan of the Best Science podcast and Tools for Practice fame at the recent RNZCGP conference. High praise from an world renowned EBM researcher and educator - and well deserved.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    opotikigp
    New Zealand11 years ago

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Polished and informative content with room for improved intros/outros and sound quality.
Timely topics with practical takeaways for primary care.
Policy-referenced, evidence-based insights that help clinical practice.
Esteemed guests and rigorous discussion of medical ethics and patient care.

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Obesity management approaches
Q: What are the common side effects and how should monitoring be approached?
GI side effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea are common but typically transient. They can be mitigated by gradual dose titration and patient education on meal size and content; monitoring lipase and amylase is generally not required unless clinically indicated.
Obesity management approaches
Q: What conditions is it licensed for in New Zealand and what conditions do you expect it will be most commonly used for?
In New Zealand, tirzepatide is licensed for type 2 diabetes and medical weight management, but it is not funded for weight management on a broad basis, so many patients would access it on a self-pay basis, making it most commonly used for weight management in practice when affordability or funding allows.
Obesity management approaches
Q: Can you tell us about how Mounjaro works and how it differs from previous generations of the GLP-1 agonists?
Mounjaro, or tirzepatide, is a dual GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist. This dual action enhances weight loss and metabolic effects by acting on hunger signals in the brain, slowing gastric emptying, improving insulin dynamics, and potentially reducing insulin resistance, which differentiates it from single-agent GLP-1 therapies.
Male genital skin conditions
Q: What should be emphasized regarding genital skin care?
Genital skin care should focus on gentle care practices, avoiding harsh soaps, and limiting shower frequency, rather than aggressive hygiene measures.
Male genital skin conditions
Q: What are the most common male genital skin conditions that you see in adults?
Common conditions include balanitis, balanopostitis, and thrush, with specific mention of candidiasis and issues arising from medications like Empaglifosine.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Goodfellow Unit

What is Goodfellow Unit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Educates clinicians with concise, evidence-based discussions on a broad range of health topics, from obesity pharmacotherapy and hematology to geriatrics, ethics, pediatrics, and public health. Episodes typically feature expert clinicians and researchers sharing practical takeaways for primary care, with a focus on how new evidence translates into patient care, safer prescribing, and system-wide implications. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on real-world applicability, clear clinical reasoning, and topics that frequently intersect with current guidelines, public health, and patient safety. The format tends to balance deep-dive expertise with actionable guidance for everyday practice, making it valuable for clinicians seeking upd... more

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1. Dr Paul Huggan
2. Dr. Ole Schmiedel
3. Dr. Massimo Giola
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