Mild Cognitive Impairment in General Practice - too much fear | Dementia Australia

Mild Cognitive Impairment in General Practice - too much fear | Dementia Australia

Empowering General Practitioners to Lead Timely Diagnoses and Support Pathways This podcast discusses Mild Cognitive Impairment, in partnership with Dementia Australia and hosted by Dr Norman Swan. Featuring a panel of experts, including a geriatrician, a general practitioner, an Advocate living with MCI, and Dementia Australia research and support work experts that have shared their insights on timely diagnosis, management strategies, and support pathways for Mild Cognitive Impairment.

Teletrials are Bridging the Gap for Better Health Equity and Patient Care | Australian Teletrial Program

This podcast, hosted by Dr Norman Swan and joined by panellists Dr Angus Baumann, a cardiologist based in Alice Springs, Kaye Hewson, the Director of the Australian Teletrial Program, and Stephanie Sando, a healthcare advocate and teletrial participant, discusses how the Australian Teletrial Program (ATP) is revolutionising access to healthcare by overcoming geographical barriers and ensuring equitable treatment for all Australians. Featuring an interview with Professor Jenny May, the National Rural Health Commissioner. The ATP is revolutionising access to clinical trials for rural, regional, and remote Australians. By leveraging teletrials, ATP is bridging healthcare gaps and bringing cutting-edge research directly to patients. With over 1,000 patients across Australia already participating, the ATP is making a significant impact. www.australianteletrialprogram.gov.au/

Straight Talk on Behavioural Issues in Dementia | Hosted by Dr Norman Swan

Recognition, Management & Resources for GPs In this podcast hosted by Dr Norman Swan and Tonic Media Network in partnership with Dementia Support Australia, gain valuable insights on managing behavioural changes in dementia. This discussion equips general practitioners and healthcare workers with the knowledge and strategies to effectively address these challenges. Our expert panelists are: ➡️ Associate Professor Steve Macfarlane, an Associate Professor of Aged Psychiatry at Monash university, and the national Head of Clinical Services for Dementia Support Australia. ➡️ Dr Stephanie Daly, a general practitioner with a special interest in dementia and coordinator of the RACGP Specific Interests Dementia sub-group. ➡️ Luke Campbell, a carer for his wife Lisa who has been diagnosed with dementia, will share his experiences navigating the condition and its impact on their family, including their three children Find out more about Dementia Support Australia's GP Advice Service. [https://www.dementia.com.au/who-we-help/health-care-professionals/services/gpas]

Why GPs are integral to increasing organ donation

General Practice in a Rapidly Changing World - An Exclusive Webinar Series for GPs This webinar discusses why general practitioners are integral to increasing organ donation rates in Australia. Hosted by Dr Norman Swan, this session has been designed to equip GPs with the tools to have effective conversations with patients about organ donation. In partnership with the Organ Tissue Authority [https://www.donatelife.gov.au/].

Dr Norman Swan in Conversation with Hon. Mark Butler MP

Join Dr Norman Swan and The Hon. Mark Butler MP, Federal Minister for Health and Aged Care, as they discuss the most critical issues facing general practice and healthcare today, including MyMedicare, tripling of the BBI ahead of 1 November, the health implications of The Voice Referendum and the latest updates on the aged care agenda.