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The Check-up

Medcast
Cervical Cancer Screening
Genetic Testing
Youth Mental Health
Veterans' Mental Health
Genomics
General Practice
Vaccination In Pregnancy
Anxiety
Depression
Genomics In General Practice
Gestational Diabetes
Breast Density
Mental Health
Social Relationships
Physical Activity
Precision Medicine
Human Papillomavirus
Pertussis Vaccination In Pregnancy
Older Adults
Antidepressants

Improving healthcare in Australia and around the world.

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Medication use in younger patients is increasingly common, and often patients will be using medications such as GLP-1 receptor agonists, topical retinoids, and antidepressants in the lead-up to pregnancy. In this episode, Associate Professor Debra Ke... more

In this episode of our "women’s health podcast series,” Sydney-based GP and Medical Educator Rebecca Chan sits down with Breast Physican, Dr Katrina Tiller, chair of the RACGP breast special interests group, to unpack the recent introduction of breas... more

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Recent Guests

Katrina Tiller
GP and breast physician, Chair of RACGP Special Interest Group in Breast Medicine
RACGP (Royal Australian College of General Practitioners)
Episode: Women's health podcast series: breast cancer screening update
Archana Kurala
Pediatric infectious disease specialist
National Center for Immunization Research and Surveillance (NCIRS)
Episode: Women's health podcast series: vaccinations in pregnancy
Glynis Ross
Associate Professor and lead endocrinologist of the Diabetes and Pregnancy Service at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA)
RPA Diabetes and Pregnancy Service; Australasian Diabetes and Pregnancy Society
Episode: Women's health podcast series: updates in gestational diabetes diagnosis
Dr. Sara Whitburn
Medical director of Sexual Health Victoria and chair of the Sexual Health Medicine and Special Interest Group of the RACGP
Sexual Health Victoria
Episode: Women's health podcast series: updates on cervical cancer screening
Elisa Werner-Siedler
Associate Professor and Clinical Psychologist at the Black Dog Institute and the University of New South Wales; leads the Adolescent Mental Health Research Group
Black Dog Institute; University of New South Wales
Episode: Supporting youth mental health in general practice
Alan Ma
Clinical geneticist and one of the leads on the Precise project
Precise project / MedCast
Episode: Genetic testing and referrals for GPs: a PRECISE approach
Dr. Jonathan Lane
Psychiatrist and chief psychiatrist for the Department of Veteran Affairs
Department of Veteran Affairs
Episode: Supporting veterans’ mental health: lifestyle strategies
Dr. Paresh Dauda
Respected GP, academic, educator, and consultant focusing on people with complex and chronic care needs.
Episode: Prescribing with care: antidepressants and mental health in older adults

Host

Dr. Rebecca Chan
GP-focused clinician with emphasis on women's health, genomics in primary care, and clinical education; appears across multiple episodes.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
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    Samrhallll
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Incredibly clear and concise information, with actionable tools for everyday life!

    Apple Podcasts
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    JJEdi96
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Strong resource recommendations and educational framing make episodes easy to implement.
Clinicians appreciate concise, actionable guidance and real-world tips.
High-quality, clear explanations and practical tools for everyday practice.

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Women's health podcast series: vaccinations in pregnancy
Q: What practical strategies can GPs use to discuss vaccines with hesitant patients?
Use open-ended questions, actively listen to concerns, validate emotions, provide clear, staged information, use fact sheets, chunk-and-check communication, avoid unsolicited advice, and make a strong, value-based recommendation focused on protecting the baby.
Women's health podcast series: vaccinations in pregnancy
Q: Why is vaccination during pregnancy such a critical focus for GPs and maternity care providers?
Because vaccination during pregnancy enables maternal antibody production and passive transfer to the fetus, providing protection for the infant in the early months, while also safeguarding the mother; timing and safety are central, with robust surveillance and guidelines supporting their use.
Genomics in general practice: the PRECISE path forward
Q: What specifically about Precise makes it different to those other ones that you've already mentioned?
Dr. Ma emphasizes that the Precise project was co-designed with GPs to better meet their needs regarding genomic resources, unlike existing resources that were not specifically tailored for them.
Genomics in general practice: the PRECISE path forward
Q: What are the issues here, I guess, for general practice?
Dr. Ma indicates that the previous separation of genomics from general practice is changing due to increased testing availability and significance across medical fields, requiring GPs to adapt and incorporate genomics into their services.
Genomics in general practice: the PRECISE path forward
Q: So why is genomics becoming so important in general practice?
Dr. Ma explains that advancements in genomics and the availability of tests are making it increasingly relevant for GPs to integrate into everyday medicine for various medical specialties.

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What is The Check-up about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show provides practical, clinician-focused updates across primary care and allied health, with a strong emphasis on real-world implications for patient care. Recent episodes cover the shift in gestational diabetes screening and diagnostic criteria, practical pathways for incorporating genomics into general practice, and strategies for supporting vulnerable groups such as youth in mental health and veterans transitioning to civilian life. Notable throughlines include clear, actionable guidance for GPs, emphasis on culturally responsive care, and a steady flow of tools, resources, and referral strategies designed to improve continuity of care. A key differentiator is the blend of clinical updates with pragmatic tips for testing, communic... more

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Recent guests on The Check-up include:

1. Katrina Tiller
2. Archana Kurala
3. Glynis Ross
4. Dr. Sara Whitburn
5. Elisa Werner-Siedler
6. Alan Ma
7. Dr. Jonathan Lane
8. Dr. Paresh Dauda

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