Creative Careers In Medicine Podcast

In this episode of the CCIM podcast, Dr Kath Giles, CEO of OncoRes Medical, discusses her work in developing new imaging technology to assist surgeons in removing cancer during breast cancer surgeries. The technology utilises light waves to provide micro-scale imaging of tissue stiffness, allowing surgeons to accurately identify and remove cancer during surgery.Dr Giles shares the journey of developing the technology, from the initial concept to its current stage of scanning patients inside the surgical cavity. She highlights the potential impact of the technology in improving surgical outcomes and reducing the need for additional surgeries. Furthermore, she provides insights into her role in venture capital and the process of evaluating and investing in innovative healthcare solutions.During the conversation, Dr Giles also delves into her experience in clinical medicine and the decision to transition into a non-clinical career. She reflects on the empathetic aspects of patient care and the challenges of work

In this episode of CCIM, host Dr Elise Putt sits down with Dr Sarah Dalton, a clinician and a respected figure in the quality and safety space. Sarah shares her unique mix of skills and experiences, from her early involvement in clinical leadership to her interest in digital health and coaching.  Sarah's journey in healthcare began with a passion for working with children, which ultimately led her to pursue a career in paediatrics. Along the way, she discovered a love for theatre sports and developed a broad range of interests in medical school.Driven by a desire to make a greater impact, Sarah embarked on a Fulbright scholarship, focusing on clinical leadership. Mentors and hands-on experience helped her develop a strong set of leadership skills that would shape her future.A pivotal moment in her career came when she discovered coaching as a means of supporting clinicians. Realising the importance of coaching skills in effective leadership, she pursued a coaching certificate program and establ

In this episode of Creative Careers in Medicine (CCIM), we have the first international guest, Dr. Mustafa Sultan, who joins us from the UK to discuss his journey and explore alternative career opportunities in medicine.Dr Sultan, also known as Musty, balances his work as a doctor with his podcast hosting duties. He shares insightful tips on how to approach influential guests for interviews, emphasising the power of persistence and going above and beyond the competition.Drawing inspiration from his fascination with mini documentaries and websites, Musty ventured into digital health and podcasting. Through his podcast, "Big Picture Medicine," he aims to create a serious media asset and build distribution for better industry reach.Reflecting on the future of AI in healthcare, Musty believes that doctors will not be replaced by AI, but their roles may evolve. He delves into the potential applications of AI, such as assisting with tasks like writing patient notes and interpreting tests. He also expresses admirati

In this Creative Careers in Medicine podcast episode, Dr Elise Putt speaks with Dr Jo Braid, who reflects on her career journey as a rehabilitation medicine physician and a burnout recovery coach.Dr Braid, operating out of Orange, New South Wales, splits her time between the Central West Brain Injury Rehabilitation Programme and her coaching business. Her medical practice is centred on aiding those with traumatic brain injuries to regain their roles in the community, while her coaching focuses on guiding healthcare workers through burnout.Within her varied schedule, Dr Braid consults biweekly at Bathurst Health Service, coaches around ten clients weekly, and manages her podcast and administrative duties. Tennis remains a consistent part of her life, anchoring her weekly routine.Her medical career, prompted by her uncle’s encouragement, commenced at Nottingham Medical School. Her journey took her from the UK to Sydney's Royal North Shore Hospital, driven by familial ties to Australia and a quest for a balanced

In this episode of the Creative Careers in Medicine podcast, Dr Elise Putt speaks with Dr Ben Bravery, where he shares his experiences and insights that will resonate with both healthcare professionals and those with their own lived experience as a patient through the healthcare system.Ben starts by discussing his observations of the behaviour among junior doctors, senior doctors, and nurses during his time on the wards, which led to him writing articles published in reputable outlets like ABC and The Guardian. As he embarked on his internship in oncology, he reflected on his aspiration to become an oncologist and his evolving understanding of medicine and being a patient.Drawing from his personal experiences as a patient, Ben shares his struggles to navigate the healthcare system, feeling a lack of agency, and encountering difficulties in understanding technical concepts. These experiences motivated him to address the dissatisfaction felt by both doctors and patients, leading him to write the book "The Patie

In this episode of CCIM, host Dr Elise Putt speaks with Dr David Carmody, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, to discuss his clinical work, the challenges of managing a growing business, and the impact of telehealth on psychiatry. David shares his schedule, which includes clinical work, and working at the Child Protection Service. He shares how he overcame funding and people challenges to build a large high performing clinical team.The conversation then delves into the assessment and treatment of ADHD, highlighting the difficulties clients face in finding suitable assessments and the need for a more consistent approach among clinicians. David also discusses the goal of providing certainty for patients regarding assessment timelines and treatment processes.David expresses his passion for his clinical work and the fulfilment he finds in learning from the families and young people he works with. He also explains how his involvement in growing his business has provided a nice balance between a systems view

In this episode of the CCIM Podcast, hosts Dr Dana Phang and Dr Elise Putt are joined by CCIM Founder Dr Amandeep Hansra, as they reflect on the lessons learnt from recent podcast guests, and on the challenges and triumphs of pursuing creative careers in medicine. Amandeep shares her own journey in founding the Creative Careers in Medicine (CCIM) community and how it helps thousands of clinicians to overcome burnout and explore nonclinical career paths.Elise and Dana reflect on the recent interviews they’ve conducted on the CCIM Podcast and the lessons learnt from those inspiring discussions.The conversation touches on the importance of diversity in creative careers in medicine, and how each individual's unique story adds value to the community. Amandeep shares her own experience mixing clinical and nonclinical work, emphasising the importance of variety in preventing burnout and staying engaged in the medical field.The episode also explores tips for transitioning into nontraditional roles, including foc

Welcome to another episode of CCIM, the podcast that explores creative career opportunities in the field of medicine. In this episode, our host Dr Dana Phang is joined by Dr Melanie Tan, who shares her experiences and insights into the world of clinical governance.Dr Tan starts off by recounting a heartbreaking case she worked on involving a doctor who was a witness in a claim against a hospital. Despite following all correct procedures, the doctor broke down in tears during a conference about the claim. This incident deeply affected Dr Tan, and she shares her reflections on the impact it had on both her and the doctor involved.Dr Tan then discusses her journey in the medical field, recounting her experience studying medicine and her initial interest in becoming a therapist. She shares how she discovered her empathetic nature, which influenced her decision to pursue a career focused on enhancing the quality of life for patients holistically. Dr Tan also talks about her transition from medicine to law, her int

In this episode of the CCIM podcast, host Dr Elise Putt speaks with Dr Anthony Llewellyn to discuss his diverse career and the various roles he currently holds. Dr Llewellyn shares how he balances his time between psychiatry, coaching other doctors, consulting with organisations, and participating in speaking engagements and podcasts. He also talks about his recent board role as the chair of the accreditation committee for South Australia Medical Education Training.Dr. Llewellyn reflects on his journey into medicine, mentioning that he was drawn to the field due to his desire to help people and the admiration doctors receive in society. While he initially had an interest in psychiatry, he found himself gravitating towards management and administrative roles, which started during his time in medical school. He attributes his success in these roles to his problem-solving skills, people management abilities, and willingness to take on new challenges.The discussion also dives into Dr Llewellyn's decision to take

In this episode of the Creative Careers in Medicine podcast, host Dr Dana Phang interviews Dr Helena Franco, a medical professional with a diverse background and a passion for orthopaedic surgery.Dr Franco shares her journey from being an undergraduate student in medicine to becoming an orthopaedic PHO in Queensland.Dr Franco talks about her early interest in law and her experimentation with kidney cells during her high school years, which sparked her curiosity about Pathophysiology and the human body. Combining her love for biology and chemistry, along with a desire to build relationships with patients, she decided to pursue a career in medicine.During her time as a medical student, Dr Franco became involved in various societies, including the Surgical Society and the Australasian Student Surgical Association. These experiences allowed her to meet new people and explore her interest in surgery, ultimately leading her to orthopaedics.Interestingly, Dr Franco admits that orthopaedics wasn't her initial choice.

In this episode of CCIM, host Elise Putt interviews Dr Josh Case, who has found a unique career path that combines his passion for medicine with his expertise with software engineering. Josh works as a locum doctor a few days a month in various locations across Australia and also runs a company called Go Locum, which is a medical workforce marketplace aimed at making the locum work industry more efficient and accessible for doctors.During the conversation, Josh shares his background and journey, starting from his upbringing in Melbourne and his decision to pursue medicine after being inspired by the concept of physiology. He discusses his time at the University of Queensland and the initial worries he had about missing out on other experiences while focusing on his career.However, Josh's perspective changed over the years, and he now emphasises the importance of trying something different to protect against burnout and challenges in the medical profession. He shares his decision to reduce his clinical ho

In today's episode, host Dr Dana Phang sits down with Dr Ashe Coxon, a GP with a non-traditional career path. Ashe shares her journey from being encouraged by a stranger to consider medicine to questioning her decision during her junior doctor years. She describes the challenges she faced and how she eventually found her calling as a General Practitioner, career counsellor and is the founder of Medical Career Planning.This episode delves into the complexities and challenges one can encounter in a medical career, highlighting the importance of aligning your work with your personal values and passions.You will also hear why Ashe secretly always wanted to work in the deli section at Woollies... Stay updated on future episodes by subscribing to CCIM, joining our Facebook community, and signing up for our newsletter.Website: https://creativecareersinmedicine.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CreativeCareersInMed/The CCIM Podcast is part of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network,

Welcome to a new episode of Creative Careers in Medicine, hosted by Dr Elise Putt. Today's guest is Associate Professor George Rubin, a seasoned expert in public health. George walks us through his multifaceted career, beginning with his time in Atlanta where he confronted the struggles of a city driven by business interests. He then discusses his contributions in Bangladesh with the Ford Foundation, focusing on initiatives to enhance maternal and child health.George has also played a significant role in strengthening public health infrastructure in New South Wales. His expertise extends to program evaluation, strategic grant-making, and advocating for the establishment of public health units across health services. George shares how his involvement led to pivotal changes in hospital care quality, including the creation of the Australian Commission for Safety and Quality in Healthcare.Even in semi-retirement, George remains active. He takes on contract work, mentors younger healthcare professionals, and

In this episode of Creative Careers in Medicine, Dr. Dana Phang interviews Dr. Sarah Rav, a 25-year-old doctor from Melbourne who has redefined her career through social media and content creation.Dr. Rav discusses her journey into medicine, driven by a personal experience with her grandmother's Alzheimer's disease and a desire to support and educate families facing similar challenges. She also shares her own struggles with academic performance and the skills she developed to become more productive and efficient in her studies.Dr. Rav explains how she took a break from medicine to focus on her social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, where she posts about study tips and productivity. She emphasises the importance of not only excelling academically but also prioritizing personal well-being and enjoying life outside of medicine.The episode highlights Dr. Rav's transition into becoming a social media influencer and content creator. She discusses her initial foray into fitness and nutriti

Dr Simon Kos is the Chief Medical Officer for Microsoft with a career that’s taken him international in the world of tech. What’s now a booming industry, the world of ‘health tech’, was only in it’s infancy when Dr Kos first started out. Here he talks about that journey and how he’s gotten to where he is today. Thanks for listening. To get more CCIM, subscribe so you never miss an episode, join our Facebook community and subscribe to our newsletter!https://creativecareersinmedicine.com/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeCareersInMed/

Laureate Professor Nicholas Talley is a world renowned Neurogastroenterologist and author. He’s known by medical students across Australia and around the world for co-creating the bible of clinical examination in ‘Talley and O’Connor’s Clinical Examination’. This is just one of his many publications, with additional textbooks and over 1000 papers to his name. His current research focuses on neurogastroenterology and functional gut diseases including the role of inflammation and the microbiome. On top of his work as an author and in clinical practice, Prof Talley has worked as Editor-in-Chief of the MJA, in Pro-Vice Chancellor roles and as President of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. To get more CCIM, subscribe so you never miss an episode, join our Facebook community and subscribe to our newsletter!https://creativecareersinmedicine.com/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeCareersInMed/

Welcome back to a new season of the Creative Careers in Medicine Podcast. Today we are joined by the one and only Doctor Karl!You probably know a bit about his career in TV and radio but do you know about his career as a doctor, mechanic or roadie? Join us as we find out all about the many lives Doctor Karl and what it takes to be a medical professional in the media!Thanks for listening. To get more CCIM, subscribe so you never miss an episode, join our Facebook community and subscribe to our newsletter!https://creativecareersinmedicine.com/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeCareersInMed/

Dr Kate Gregorevic is a Melbourne-based geriatrician and writer. In this interview she discusses caring for vulnerable patients in the midst of a pandemic, why she's so passionate about her specialty, overcoming imposter syndrome to grow and challenge herself, and the experience of bootstrapping a health business.

In this special episode, guest host and Crazy Socks 4 Docs day founder Dr Geoff Toogood discusses physicians' mental health with Professor Michael Myers, a professor of clinical psychiatry and behavioural sciences at SUNY-Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, New York.

Associate Professor Jane Munro is a paediatric rheumatologist at Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital and one of the founders of the Pandemic Kindness Movement. In this interview she talks about how and what kickstarted the movement, the overwhelming support and humanity it very quickly attracted, and the importance of following your heart and values.