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sMater

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Pregnancy
Maternal Fetal Medicine
In-Utero Treatments
Obesity
Queensland
Mater
Hypertension
Australia
Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome
Syphilis
Menopause
Nutrition
Venous Thromboembolism
Covid-19
Knee Injuries
GP Shared Maternity Care
Gestational Diabetes
Bariatric Surgery
Trauma-Informed Care
Endometriosis

sMater is a learning community 'by clinicians for clinicians', brought to you by Mater, one of Australia's leading healthcare providers.

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Latest Episodes

Cardiovascular disease remains one of Australia’s leading causes of death — and general practice sits at the heart of prevention, early detection and timely escalation.

In this Heart Week episode of sMater, host Jillian Whiting and GP specialist Dr ... more

What’s really driving Australia’s worst flu seasons—and what can clinicians do now?

As Queensland heads into flu season, Professor Paul Griffin returns to sMater to unpack what’s new in influenza prevention and protection. From updated vaccines targ... more

Gallbladder disease is one of the most common reasons for abdominal pain presentations in general practice — but managing gallstones, gallbladder polyps and incidental findings isn’t always straightforward.

In this episode of sMater, a podcast by cl... more

On the latest episode of sMater, we explore the complex and often misunderstood journey of ovarian cancer through the powerful story of patient Margaret Gooch — and the expertise of Mater Gynaecological Oncologist Dr Nim Cabraal.

Margaret shares her... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Nick Aroney
Interventional and structural cardiologist
Mater Hospital
Episode: sMater - Heart Week - Dr Nick Aroney
Paul Griffin
Infectious Diseases Physician and Microbiologist, Director of Infectious Diseases at MATA
MATA
Episode: sMater - Influenza 2026 - Prof Paul Griffin
Dr. Harsheet Sethi
Hepato Biliary Surgeon
Marta (Mater) Hospital
Episode: sMater - Gallbladder disease - Dr Harsheet Sethi
Nim Cabraal
Gynaecological oncologist
Mater Hospital Brisbane; Marta Private Hospital Brisbane
Episode: sMater | Ovarian Cancer Patient Story | Dr Nim Cabraal with patient, Margaret Gooch
Margaret Gooch
Patient and ovarian cancer survivor
Patient of Nim Cabraal
Episode: sMater | Ovarian Cancer Patient Story | Dr Nim Cabraal with patient, Margaret Gooch
Dr. Albert Jung
Gynaecologist, Mater Private Hospital Brisbane
Mater Private Hospital Brisbane
Episode: sMater - Endometriosis and the innovative role Botox can play - Dr Albert Jung
Professor Mike Reid
Orthopedic surgeon at Marta Private Hospital, Brisbane and Springfield
Marta Private Hospital
Episode: sMater - Knee injuries in sport - A/Prof Mike Reid
Clemence Thompson
Breast cancer patient sharing her journey
Episode: sMater - A Patient's Breast Cancer Journey - Clemence Thompson
Dr. Cathy Franklin
Director of the Queensland Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability and Autism Health
Queensland Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability and Autism Health
Episode: sMater - Autism Spectrum Disorder - Dr Cathy Franklin and Dr James McAuliffe

Hosts

Jillian Whiting
Host of the show
Dr. Maria Boulton
GP specialist and former AMA Queensland president

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • getting sMater by the minute

    Great little poddy - I really enjoy the bite sized content and the information that is shared. Very easy to follow along.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Razi_xx
    Australiaa year ago

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Content is practical and clinician-focused, with clear takeaways for referral and care pathways.
Short, bite-sized episodes are easy to fit into a busy schedule.
High-quality guests and useful real-world examples.
Aimed at clinicians, the show often emphasizes Australian practice contexts.

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Talking Points

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sMater - Knee injuries in sport - A/Prof Mike Reid
Q: How do you decide the right treatment for the right patient at the right time?
Decision-making is highly individualized and collaborative with patients, balancing lifestyle, sport demands, age, and goals, and often opting for conservative management when appropriate while planning timely interventions when necessary.
sMater - Knee injuries in sport - A/Prof Mike Reid
Q: What are the most common acute knee injuries that you're seeing at the moment?
The guest describes a rising trend in female athletes and cross-code transitions, noting injuries like ligament ruptures, meniscal tears, and patellofemoral issues, with emphasis on recognizing patterns and prevention strategies.
sMater - Refugee health | Dr Rebecca Farley
Q: How do you address vaccination for refugees who may not have prior records?
Treat it as a full catch-up schedule informed by age and risk, use language that explains the purpose and potential adverse effects, engage professionally trained interpreters, and translate any available records when possible to tailor the plan.
sMater - Refugee health | Dr Rebecca Farley
Q: What makes up the essential components of an initial health assessment for a newly arrived refugee or asylum seeker?
A comprehensive history and physical, targeted investigations and screening, a management plan, catch-up immunizations, consideration of Medicare-related rebates, and a flexible approach that adapts to the patient's ongoing lifecycle and access realities.
sMater - A Patient's Breast Cancer Journey - Clemence Thompson
Q: What support helped you feel heard at the start?
Her GP called before clinic hours, rescheduled appointments, and communicated clearly, which made Clemence feel prioritized and supported.

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Frequently Asked Questions About sMater

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

A clinician-focused show that brings practical, systems-level insights for front-line care. Across episodes, listeners get concise discussions on cardiovascular prevention, infectious disease strategies, surgical management, cancer care, neurosurgery, epilepsy, ADHD, autism, refugee health, and other topics at the intersection of primary and specialty care. Guests range from GP specialists to surgeons and researchers, with a strong emphasis on practical takeaways for general practitioners, timely guidelines, and patient-centered care. Notably, the program leans into real-world scenarios, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the Australian healthcare context, making it useful for clinicians seeking updated approaches, referral pathways, and ... more

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Recent guests on sMater include:

1. Dr. Nick Aroney
2. Paul Griffin
3. Dr. Harsheet Sethi
4. Nim Cabraal
5. Margaret Gooch
6. Dr. Albert Jung
7. Professor Mike Reid
8. Clemence Thompson

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