On The Wards: On The Pods Medical Podcast for Doctors

Summary Writer:  Dennis Neuen

Script Writer: Dan Heitman

Editor:  Nicholas Maluga

Interviewee: Nicholas Maluga

Musculoskeletal injuries represent a significant proportion of presentations to the Emergency Department. In this podcast, James talks with Nicholas Maluga about the initial assessment and management priorities for patients with trauma and fractures.

Dr Nicholas Maluga graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2009 with a double degree of Bachelor of Medical Science and Bachelor of Surgery. He completed his internship and resident years at the Monash Medical Centre in Melbourne and relocated to Sydney to complete his Maters of Surgery from University of Sydney in 2013. Since then, Nick has been working as an Orthopaedic Registrar at St Vincents Hospital, John Hunter Hospital and is currently at Nepean Hospital. Nick is currently working to complete his second Masters of Clinical Epidemiology from University of Newcastle. His early research interests were in Paediatric Orthopaedics and he completed and presented at the Australian Orthopaedic Association meeting a large research project which looked into physiotherapist led screening for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip in newborns. Nick’s current research interest lies in utilising technologies to deliver and streamline healthcare and physiotherapy access to remote areas.

Musculoskeletal injuries represent a significant proportion of presentations to the Emergency Department. In this podcast, James talks with Dr Nicholas Maluga about the initial fracture assessment and management priorities for patients with trauma and fractures.

Summary Writer:  Dennis Neuen

Script Writer: Dan Heitman

Editor:  Nicholas Maluga

Interviewee: Nicholas Maluga

About Dr Nicholas Maluga

Dr Nicholas Maluga graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2009 with a double degree of Bachelor of Medical Science and Bachelor of Surgery. He completed his internship and resident years at the Monash Medical Centre in Melbourne and relocated to Sydney to complete his Masters of Surgery from University of Sydney in 2013. Since then, Nick has been working as an Orthopaedic Registrar at St Vincents Hospital, John Hunter Hospital and is currently at Nepean Hospital.

Nick is currently working to complete his second Masters of Clinical Epidemiology from University of Newcastle. His early research interests were in Paediatric Orthopaedics and he completed and presented at the Australian Orthopaedic Association meeting a large research project which looked into physiotherapist led screening for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip in newborns. Nick’s current research interest lies in utilising technologies to deliver and streamline healthcare and physiotherapy access to remote areas.

Summary Writer: Claudia Hurwitz

Script Writer: Barath Arunasalam

Editor: Kirtan Ganda

Interviewee: Kirtan Ganda

Osteoporosis is common in women and men over the age of 50. James talks with Kirtan Ganda about the diagnosis and management of this condition.

Dr Kirtan Ganda is an Endocrinologist based in Concord, NSW Australia. Dr Ganda manages patients with a number of hormone related disorders such as osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus, thyroid, adrenal and pituitary disorders. His training in Endocrinology has been extensive with placements across Australia, with involvement in clinical and research activities.

Kirtan completed his PhD in 2014, which focused upon improving the management of patients with osteoporosis, the hallmark of which are minimal trauma fractures. The outcomes have been published in internationally reputed journals. Kirtan is engaged in speaking at national and international conferences. He also has a passion for patient education and speaking to public audiences about endocrine disorders such as osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus and Addison's disease.

Kirtan holds appointments at Concord Hospital as a Consultant Endocrinologist as well as Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney, where he is engaged in teaching and coordination of education for Sydney Medical Program students. He is actively engaged in teaching and research. Dr Ganda was the recipient of the prestigious Professor Philip Sambrook for the Outstanding Early Career Investigator award in 2014.

Osteoporosis is common in women and men over the age of 50. James talks with Kirtan Ganda about the diagnosis and management of bone health.

Summary Writer:  Claudia Hurwitz

Script Writer:  Barath Arunasalam

Editor:  Kirtan Ganda

Interviewee:  Kirtan Ganda

About Dr Kirtan Ganda

Dr Kirtan Ganda is an Endocrinologist based in Concord, NSW Australia. Dr Ganda manages patients with a number of hormone-related disorders such as osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus, thyroid, adrenal and pituitary disorders. His training in Endocrinology has been extensive with placements across Australia, with involvement in clinical and research activities.

Kirtan completed his PhD in 2014, which focused upon improving the management of patients with osteoporosis, the hallmark of which are minimal trauma fractures. The outcomes have been published in internationally reputed journals. Kirtan is engaged in speaking at national and international conferences. He also has a passion for patient education and speaking to public audiences about endocrine disorders such as osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus and Addison's disease.

Kirtan holds appointments at Concord Hospital as a Consultant Endocrinologist as well as Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney, where he is engaged in teaching and coordination of education for Sydney Medical Program students. He is actively engaged in teaching and research. Dr Ganda was the recipient of the prestigious Professor Philip Sambrook for the Outstanding Early Career Investigator Award in 2014.

Summary Writer:  Dennis Neuen

Script Writer:  Barath Arunasalam

Editor:  Alice Ma

Interviewee: Alice Ma

James discusses an approach to stroke with Dr Alice Ma.  A stroke is an acute neurological deficit that lasts for more than 24 hours and is caused by cerebrovascular aetiology.

Alice Ma graduated from the University of Sydney Medical School in 2010. She has trained in ICU and Neurology. Alice is currently the neurointerventional fellow at Royal North Shore Hospital with a particular interest in stroke and endovascular clot retrieval.

James discusses an approach to stroke with Dr Alice Ma. A stroke is an acute neurological deficit that lasts for more than 24 hours and is caused by cerebrovascular aetiology.

Summary Writer:  Dennis Neuen

Script Writer:  Barath Arunasalam

Editor:  Alice Ma

Interviewee:  Alice Ma

About Dr Alice Ma

Alice Ma graduated from the University of Sydney Medical School in 2010. She has trained in ICU and Neurology. Alice is currently the neurointerventional fellow at Royal North Shore Hospital with a particular interest in stroke and endovascular clot retrieval.

Summary Writer:  Alexandra Bolger

Script Writer:  James Edwards

Editor:  James Edwards

Interviewee:  James Edwards

Dr James Edwards talks about the common pitfalls Junior Medical Officers make when submitting their CVs and how to avoid them. As the medical field becomes increasingly competitive, this video podcast and summary is useful for junior doctors and medical students alike, with important take home messages about how to do yourself justice on your CV.

Summary Writer:  Alexandra Bolger

Script Writer:  James Edwards

Editor:  James Edwards

Interviewee:  James Edwards

Dr James Edwards talks about the common pitfalls Junior Medical Officers make when submitting their CVs and how to avoid them. As the medical field becomes increasingly competitive, this video podcast and summary is useful for junior doctors and medical students alike, with important take home messages about how to do yourself justice on your CV.

Summary Writer:  Jeffrey Duncan

Script Writer:  Jeffrey Duncan

Editor:  Eve McClure

Interviewee: Scott Murray

James speaks with Dr Scott Murray, Geriatric Physician, about an issue that concerns all of us late at night or in the early mornings on the wards.

Scott Murray is a Director of Prevocational Education and Training and a Senior Staff Specialist in Geriatric Medicine at Royal Prince Alfred and Balmain Hospitals, Sydney. Scott commenced Advanced Training at Royal Prince Alfred and Concord Hospitals before completing his FRACP at University College London and St. Pancras Hospitals in London. His special interests include acute care for older patients, continence, and JMO education.

James speaks with Dr Scott Murray about delirium. Delirium is an issue that concerns all of us late at night or in the early mornings on the wards.

Summary Writer:  Jeffrey Duncan

Script Writer:  Jeffrey Duncan

Editor:  Eve McClure

Interviewee:  Scott Murray

About Dr Scott Murray

Dr Scott Murray is a Geriatric Physician. Scott is a Director of Prevocational Education and Training and a Senior Staff Specialist in Geriatric Medicine at Royal Prince Alfred and Balmain Hospitals, Sydney. He commenced Advanced Training at Royal Prince Alfred and Concord Hospitals before completing his FRACP at University College London and St. Pancras Hospitals in London. His special interests include acute care for older patients, continence, and JMO education.