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This Medical Life

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Colorectal Cancer
Polyps
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
Chemotherapy
Thyroid Cancer
Epilepsy
Scleroderma
Osteoporosis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Prostate Cancer
Genetics
Bowel Cancer Screening Program
Australia
Tonsillectomy
Autoimmune Diseases
Breast Augmentation
Gleason Score
Sleep Apnea
Lactose Intolerance
Pathology Testing

Welcome to the This Medical Life podcast. Our mission is to share stories about the triumphs and tragedies of diseases and illnesses from ancient times up until what we know today. It is about those scientific and medical minds who came before us and how, every single day, we stand on the shoulders of giants. This is a podcast about the stories of medicine. Hosted by Dr. Travis Brown and Steve Dav... more

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The Artful Dodger is a television series on Disney+ that is a historical medical drama set in 1850s Australia with Jack Dawkins, the Artful Dodger from the world of Oliver Twist. Jack is a former pick pocket now surgeon who is reacquainted with old p... more

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The complex symptomatology of hormonal diseases only started to be recognised in the 19th century as we learned about anatomy and physiology. When Doctor Robert Graves began piecing the hyperthyroid puzzle together when he saw patients with similar s... more

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It has been well established in studies and articles that cholesterol lowering medications have significant heart morbidity and mortality benefits. However, high dosage trials did not show additional survival benefits but had increasing side-effects ... more

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Recent Guests

Liam Mulcahy
Doctor with interest in neurology; author of Beyond the White Coat
Independent/Author; discussion subject
Episode: Episode 99: Graves’ Disease | Hyperthyroidism & Thyrotoxicosis
Duncan Topliss
Senior endocrinologist, professor, and frequent guest
Alfred Hospital; Monash University
Episode: Episode 99: Graves’ Disease | Hyperthyroidism & Thyrotoxicosis
Professor Simon Dimmitt
Guest; lead author discussed in episode
University of Oxford (as referenced)
Episode: Episode 98: Statin Dosage | Finding The Sweet Spot
Tim Piatkowski
Senior Research Fellow at the University of Queensland; lived experience-led researcher on image and performance-enhancing drugs
University of Queensland
Episode: Episode 96: Steroids & Testosterone (Part 2) | Anabolic Steroids
Mair Underwood
Anthropologist studying bodybuilding cultures and online communities of PED users
University of Queensland
Episode: Episode 96: Steroids & Testosterone (Part 2) | Anabolic Steroids
Ken Sikaris
Chemical pathologist, Director of Chemical Pathology, Dorevitch Pathology
Dorevitch Pathology
Episode: Episode 95: Steroids & Testosterone (Part 1) | Male Hypogonadism
Dr. Nari Ahmadi
Urologist and neurological cancer surgeon
Chris O'Brien Lifehouse
Episode: Episode 94: Testicular Cancer | Check Deez Nuts
Professor Peter Grimison
Medical oncologist at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse
Episode: Episode 94: Testicular Cancer | Check Deez Nuts
Dr. Rowan Valentine
Pediatric and adult ear, nose, and throat surgeon with a PhD who trained in Adelaide and spent time at the University of Florida
Episode: Episode 92: Acute Otitis Media, Plus Glue Ear, Plus Sleep | Kids ENT

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Steve Davis
Co-host, focusing on educating and sharing stories about medical history.
Dr. Travis Brown
Co-host with a focus on sharing insights into contemporary medical practices.

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Episode 99: Graves’ Disease | Hyperthyroidism & Thyrotoxicosis
Q: What are the main treatment options and when might you choose one over another?
The main options are antithyroid drugs, radioactive iodine, and surgery; choice depends on patient age, pregnancy status, comorbidities, and preferences, with long-term considerations like risk of relapse and need for thyroid hormone replacement after ablation.
Episode 99: Graves’ Disease | Hyperthyroidism & Thyrotoxicosis
Q: What are the characteristic features that help diagnose Graves' disease clinically?
The classic bedside triad includes thyroid enlargement, exophthalmos, and a rapid pulse with tremor, often accompanied by anxiety; these features, together with biochemical tests showing suppressed TSH and elevated thyroid hormones, support the diagnosis.
Episode 99: Graves’ Disease | Hyperthyroidism & Thyrotoxicosis
Q: Can you start by telling us how common Graves' disease is?
Graves' disease accounts for about 70% of hyperthyroidism, with a lifetime female risk around 3% and much lower for men; it remains a common endocrine issue in adults, particularly women.
Episode 96: Steroids & Testosterone (Part 2) | Anabolic Steroids
Q: What are the major health risks associated with anabolic steroids?
Risks include liver effects, cardiovascular changes such as left ventricular hypertrophy and potential atherosclerosis, hormonal suppression of natural testosterone, impaired fertility, acne, and behavioral changes, with long-term effects still not fully understood.
Episode 96: Steroids & Testosterone (Part 2) | Anabolic Steroids
Q: How common is steroid use in Australia?
Estimates suggest around 3.3% of people globally have tried steroids, translating to roughly 800,000 Australians; prevalence varies by survey year and is influenced by changes in seizures, access, and reporting.

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Content focuses on various medical stories, exploring historical and contemporary perspectives on diseases and illnesses. It emphasizes the achievements and challenges faced by medical and scientific professionals, providing insights into their impact on healthcare today. Topics such as chronic illnesses, mental health, and innovative medical treatments are recurring themes. Unique narratives about groundbreaking research, expert interviews, and the evolution of medical understanding are also key highlights, making it appealing to a broad audience that includes health professionals and curious listeners alike.

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This Medical Life launched 4 years ago and published 144 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Liam Mulcahy
2. Duncan Topliss
3. Professor Simon Dimmitt
4. Tim Piatkowski
5. Mair Underwood
6. Ken Sikaris
7. Dr. Nari Ahmadi
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