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Destination Medicine Podcast

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Opportunities for a successful medical career in rural Australia are immense. The Destination Medicine© podcast library has been created to assist anyone who has thought about a career as a rural doctor to make informed decisions and navigate a rural medical pathway with greater confidence. Each episode of this podcast series brings the story of a doctor and their journey into rural medicine. It hasn"t been a straight highway for many; there have been a few bumps, U-turns and bends along the way

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13:44

Dr Paul Lunney on the rewards of rural general...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2020/11/17

Dr Paul Lunney knew he’d made the right decision to move from registered nursing to becoming a GP. What he didn’t know until his 3rd year placement in Dubbo was the attraction of working in a rural setting. He was determined to go back, and now he’s established himself as a GP there, thoroughly enjoying the professional and personal rewards that Dubbo offers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

16:04

Student Series: “How lucky am I to be here” – Imogen...

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2020/11/10

How does a city girl and professional cyclist find a passion for rural medicine – and how could not speaking Norwegian change an entire career path? But that’s been the case for one student whose fateful choice to embrace medicine has taken her to Wagga Wagga – and she wouldn’t be anywhere else.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

12:18

Student Series: Saxophones and stethoscopes – Anna...

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2020/11/10

What do you do when you love jazz saxophone and you love medicine? Both, of course! That’s what Anna Leckie did in pursuing a first degree in music before heading straight into medicine. Now she has no regrets on either front - and returning to the School of Rural Health in Orange as a 4th year post graduate medical student has provided her with the best of both worlds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

20:08

Student Series: Unwavering - Bree Gardoll, the girl...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2020/11/10

Even in primary school Bree Gardoll had started thinking about being a doctor. There were no doctors in her Goondiwindi family but with the encouragement of family and friends, and with a lot of planning, her application into medical school was successful and she’s now well on her way. How did she do it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

15:07

Student Series: It takes all sorts – Angus McGinness,...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2020/11/10

Radiography seemed likely, then there was a stab at architecture. But it was medicine that finally attracted Angus McGinness to his long term career. His biggest message: you don’t have to be the-best-of-the-best to gain entry. There are many pathways into medical school – you just need to investigate your best options, understand the processes involved, and get going!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

17:16

A journey far and wide to reach Busselton – Dr Sarah...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2020/11/03

Dr Sarah Moore covered huge tracks in her career development in WA. But she never lost track of her colleagues and mentors, nor of her love for obstetrics and the privilege, as she calls it, of bringing babies into the world. And as a rural doctor at heart, Sarah has found her place in Busselton WA, but her expertise takes her far further afield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

18:37

From Blighty to Broken Hill – and Dr Sarah Wenham has...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2020/11/03

Whoever said a rural life would be quieter? Dr Sarah Wenham started her medical career in the city of Manchester in the UK. After qualifying in palliative care, she moved to Blackpool with a catchment area of 330,000 people. Then, to Broken Hill. The contrast couldn’t have been more extreme. But Sarah has embraced her role as the only specialist palliative care physician in the region. And she’s loving it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

18:33

Dr Michelle McRae talking skin – and the demand for...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2020/03/03

Australia may have one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world, but where are the dermatologists? It's a big issue in rural and remote areas where demand for skin specialists is high and the waiting lists long. Orange-based dermatologist Dr Michelle McRae has her own story to tell as she looks at easier paths to rural dermatology for the next generation of trainees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

18:48

From championship rowing to emergency medicine – Dr...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2020/02/18

In retrospect it was the perfect vocational choice. But Dr Daniel Stewart just didn't know it as he rowed hard and fast for Australia, chopping and changing university courses before finally giving medicine a crack. Now based in Dubbo, with a four-minute commute to work, he couldn't be happier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

14:46

The conversion of a sceptic - Dr Sean Hogan's road to...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2020/02/04

When Dr Sean Hogan was seeking a placement for the last two years of his degree, Wagga Wagga was right at the bottom of his preference list. Reluctantly he took the placement. That was in 2010. Sean's still there and his views about working rurally have undergone a complete transformation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

10:00

Off the Beaten Track - Dr Sally Butcher's surgical...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2019/12/17

Lismore-based surgeon, Sally Butchers, is living proof that you can create a distinguished career as a sought-after surgeon outside the major cities. With a daily commute of less than 15 minutes, and the feeling that she's making a tangible difference to her close-knit local community, Sally is at the peak of her surgical career without sacrificing her lifestyle. Sally shares the words of advice she received from mentors, and why she chose to become a surgeon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-AU

13:06

Being brave - Dr Sarah McLain examines women in surgery

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2019/12/03

It's a courageous career move when a young medical student presents before Fellows of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons on the contentious topic of barriers to women in surgery. But that's what young Sarah McLain did at the College's Annual Congress last year. What did she tell them, and how was her message received?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

14:03

A/Prof Tim Baker is taking emergency medicine around...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2019/11/19

If you think the TV hospital drama ER could entice you into a career in emergency medicine, take a note from Associate Professor Tim Baker, a rural emergency physician who talks passionately about this field of medicine in the rural setting and the sorts of pathways that can lead you there. In this episode of Destination Medicine, you'll discover that when you can't rely on the resources of a major city hospital, the challenges become rewards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

8:18

"Go where the disease is" – Dr Joel Riley's...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2019/11/05

Go rural if you really want to make an impact on your medical career. That's the view of Joel Riley, a dual Fellow in General Medicine and Rheumatology, whose career pathway has taken him to rural and regional New South Wales. Joel has always felt strongly about access to health care for people who live in the country and as a doctor he has taken his skills and knowledge to where it is needed most.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

14:29

The Rural Generalist path - Dr Teena Downton's...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2019/10/22

Dr Teena Downton's specialisation is a great example of the diversity you can have in your work, as a GP, based in the country. You may have heard of the term ‘Rural Generalist' but what does it mean and what pathway do you take to be one? In this episode of Destination Medicine get ready to be motivated as Teena speaks about the many hats she wears from working at the local Emergency Department to being involved in the delivery of 150 babies!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-AU

16:08

Lights, action, and far reaching places – Dr Tim...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2019/10/22

Dr Tim Duncan is an aeromedical retrieval specialist, a GP, Anaesthetist and a film maker. Only two years after graduating from medicine, Tim felt disconnected from who he really was and took a break from medicine to study film. Before pursuing a career in film, Tim decided to do one last locum at Katherine, in the Northern Territory. After a car accident on a silent and remote highway, Tim thought his life may be coming to an end. In this episode of Destination Medicine, Tim shares a story with us,

en-AU

13:09

Dr Theresa Pitts - A General Paediatrician's perfect...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2019/10/22

Dr. Theresa Pitts was fortunate enough to receive a John Flynn Scholarship whilst she was studying medicine and spent two weeks each year of her degree on the beautiful Flinders Island with the local GP; and that's when her love for country medicine was confirmed. In this episode of Destination Medicine find out the benefits of working as a Paediatrician in the country and the joy of no traffic lights!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

16:57

Throw your hat into the ring - Dr Justin Gladman is...

Destination Medicine Podcast ·

2019/10/16

Dr Justin Gladman is a descendant of the Wiradjuri people and is living the dream of working and living in his home town of Broken Hill for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. In this episode of Destination Medicine find out how by putting the right support systems in place and having a lot of determination and drive can make that journey a lot less bumpy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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