These Podcasts Are Designed To Educate And Inform Doctors.

A conversation with Nicola Campbell, Psychiatry Registrar, that explores the necessity of setting professional boundaries as a Junior Doctor. Listen to learn: - How to identify necessary boundaries in a medical setting - How boundaries are an important part of a healthy professional life - Implementing necessary boundaries at work and home This is the sixth episode in the Junior Doctor Health and Wellbeing series, Doctors let's talk, where host Dr Dana Phang discusses common early-career issues with various medical industry peer guests. MDA National would like to acknowledge the contributions of MDA National staff, Members, friends and colleagues in the production of the podcast and note that this work is copyright. This podcast was recording in October, 2022. Apart from any use permitted under applicable copyright law, you may not reproduce the content of this podcast without the permission of MDA National. This podcast contains generic information only, is intended to stimulate thought and discussion, a

A conversation with Nidhi Krishnan, Paediatric Registrar, that explores the value of building a strong network as a Junior Doctor. Listen to learn: - How to build your personal and professional network in medicine. - The value of your network as a Junior Doctor. - Various networking options for introverts and extroverts. This is the fifth episode in the Junior Doctor Health and Wellbeing series, Doctors let's talk, where host Dr Dana Phang discusses common early-career issues with various medical industry peer guests. MDA National would like to acknowledge the contributions of MDA National staff, Members, friends and colleagues in the production of the podcast and note that this work is copyright. This podcast was recorded in September, 2022. Apart from any use permitted under applicable copyright law, you may not reproduce the content of this podcast without the permission of MDA National. This podcast contains generic information only, is intended to stimulate thought and discussion, and doesn’t account

A conversation with Dr Emily Amos, General Practitioner, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and registered mindfulness teacher, that explores the utility of mindful retreats and self-care among Junior Doctors. Listen to learn: - How retreats facilitate the learning of mindful practice - The true value of mindfulness beyond stress management - Alternative ways to learn mindfulness This is the fourth episode in the Junior Doctor Health and Wellbeing series, Doctors let's talk, where host Dr Dana Phang discusses common early-career issues with various medical industry peer guests. MDA National would like to acknowledge the contributions of MDA National staff, Members, friends and colleagues in the production of the podcast and note that this work is copyright. This podcast was recording in August, 2022. Apart from any use permitted under applicable copyright law, you may not reproduce the content of this podcast without the permission of MDA National. This podcast contains generic informati

A conversation with Dr Ashe Coxon, General Practitioner, career counsellor, and founder of Medical Career Planning, that explores the issue of dealing with career uncertainty as a Junior Doctor. Listen to learn: - Why career uncertainty is such a common problem among Junior Doctors. - How to identify the most fulfilling path for you. - Various career options within and without the field of medicine. This is the third episode in the Junior Doctor Health and Wellbeing series, Doctors let's talk, where host Dr Dana Phang discusses common early-career issues with various medical industry peer guests. MDA National would like to acknowledge the contributions of MDA National staff, Members, friends and colleagues in the production of the podcast and note that this work is copyright. This podcast was recorded in July, 2022. Apart from any use permitted under applicable copyright law, you may not reproduce the content of this podcast without the permission of MDA National. This podcast contains generic information

Overcoming self-doubt and perfectionism is a conversation with Dr Becc, a medical registrar and self-doubt coach, that explores the relationship between self-doubt and perfectionism and how Junior Doctors can learn to address these problems effectively.  Listen to learn: - Why self-doubt and perfectionism are such common problems among Junior Doctors. - How to identify patterns of self-doubt and perfectionism. - Ways to address self-doubt as a Junior Doctor. This is the second of six fortnightly podcast episodes in the Junior Doctor Health and Wellbeing series, Doctors let's talk, where host Dr Dana Phang discusses common early-career issues with various medical industry peer guests. Keep an eye out for our next podcast episode: Is quitting medicine ever the answer? with Dr Ashe Coxon, scheduled for release early November. MDA National would like to acknowledge the contributions of MDA National staff, Members, friends and colleagues in the production of the podcast and note that this work is copyright. A

Get yourself a fricking GP stat! is a conversation with Dr Lam, 2019 RACGP National General Practitioner of the Year, rural GP and GP Anesthetics trainee, that explores the importance of finding your own GP as a Junior Doctor. Listen to learn: Why it's necessary to have your own GP as a Junior Doctor What to look for when choosing your GP How to prepare for a consultation This is the first of six fortnightly podcast episodes in the Junior Doctor Health and Wellbeing series, Doctors Let's Talk, where host Dr Dana Phang discusses common early career issues with various medical industry peer guests. Keep an eye out for our next podcast episode: Overcoming self-doubt and perfectionism with Dr Becc, scheduled for release early October. MDA National would like to acknowledge the contributions of MDA National staff, Members, friends and colleagues in the production of the podcast and note that this work is copyright. Apart from any use permitted under applicable copyright law, you may not reproduce the content

Dr Nick Coatsworth is an expert in health policy, public administration and a practising infectious diseases physician. He held a national role in the Australian response to COVID-19 as Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Australia, becoming one of the most recognised medical spokespeople during the pandemic. Nick engaged the Australian community through a variety of media platforms most notably as the spearhead of the national COVID-19 vaccination campaign. Dr Micheal Gannon, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, sits down with Dr Nick Coatsworth to discuss Nick's medical career journey, and what insights and advice he has for junior doctors. — MDA National would like to acknowledge the contributions of MDA National staff, Members, friends and colleagues in the production of the podcast and note that this work is copyright. Apart from any use permitted under applicable copyright law, you may not reproduce the content of this podcast without the permission of MDA National. This podcast contains generic information only

Hear from senior doctors a they share tips and advice for new interns.

Many junior doctors initially struggle with nightshift and the realities of long hours and disruptions to daily routines. In this shortcast, senior doctors provide practical tips on how to survive nightshift and adopt healthy strategies to survive and prosper.

What is imposter phenomenon? How can you respond to imposter thoughts? This is an excerpt of MDA National's imposter syndrome podcasts. The full podcasts are only for MDA National Members. Visit mdanational.com.au/imposter-thinking for more.

Listen to telehealth highlights for dermatologists from our 'Pandemic practicalities' webinar, which was hosted 8 April 2020 for practice-based doctors. This 15-minute podcast also shares updated practical tips to help you optimise your telehealth consultations.

Among the many challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic for junior doctors is how to respond to medical training impacts and career uncertainty. In this podcast, Dr Caroline Elton (a psychologist who specialises in helping doctors)and Dr Benjamin Veness (a Psychiatry registrar) share advice for coping with medical training and career delays, disruptions and unknowns. The information in this recording is provided as a guide only and MDA National accepts no responsibility for it being up-to-date or how it may apply to your personal situation. A 10-minute video excerpt from this conversation can be found at https://vimeo.com/444761115/01a0d3a8e4.

Resolving a disagreement or conflict can be hard and it’s a skill that needs practise. In this podcast Dr Eddie Kim (a resident medical officer), Dr Paul Eleftheriou (a chief medical officer) and Dr Kiely Kim (MDA National medico-legal adviser and general practitioner), explore top tips for approaching a difficult and possibly daunting conversation with a senior colleague. References and related resources for this episode can be viewed at https://www.mdanational.com.au/miscellaneous/difficult-conversations-support-material

Learn from the telehealth questions hospital-based doctors asked MDA National earlier this year. From managing a procedure follow up, to what you need to consider when using a personal phone for a consultation.

Emergency Medicine Specialist Dr Eric Richman discusses doctors’ health and wellbeing, sharing personal insights from his journey to specialisation.

In part 2 Dr Sara Bird expands on how to be better prepared and avoid common medico-legal mistakes.

Thinking about starting up in private practice? MDA National Risk Advisor Gae Nuttall provides top tips on policies, processes, procedures and systems.

Medical information security Professor Trish Williams discusses the issues surrounding cyber security and practical measures you can take to protect your practice.

Writer, doctor and Churchill Fellow, Dr Benjamin Veness discusses a subject he is passionate about – doctor health and wellbeing. Because doctors need to take care of themselves too.

Dr Gary Couanis discusses the “glamour” and the more practical aspects of sports medicine, along with what led him along this path.