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Dr Arooge Shafi is a senior Rehabilitation Medicine Physician. She has over 10 years of experience in aged care, orthopaedic, neurological, post-surgical, and medical reconditioning rehabilitation. Arooge focuses on complex old age patients with multiple comorbidities and chronic diseases for general rehabilitation.

Dr Arooge Shafi is the rehabilitation craft group representative of the Medical Advisory Committee and a part of the morbidity and mortality committees. She has excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills. She is continually involved with the college (RACP/AFRM) fellowship exam setting committee. Arooge keeps up to date with advancements in the field of rehabilitation by regularly attending international conferences and workshops, especially in the field of spasticity.

In this episode, Alex sits down with Dr. Siva, Principal GP at Infinity Health Medical Practice in Green Square, Sydney — a doctor with over 25 years of experience spanning Australia and Canada.

They dive deep into the state of general practice in Australia, covering:

• The mental health crisis at the coalface — Dr. Siva shares how he sees 2–3 ADHD presentations daily and why GPs are being asked to carry a psychiatric load they were never resourced to handle
• The real cost of seeing a GP — why the 15-minute consult model is broken and what running a GP clinic as a small business actually looks like
• Australia vs. Canada — a candid comparison of two publicly funded health systems, including salary-based vs. fee-for-service models and the concept of "blended capitation."
• Urgent care clinics — how the new bulk-billing urgent care model is reshaping patient flow and why communication between providers is the key to continuity of care
• The GP shortage — with one-third of GPs potentially retiring in the next five years, Dr. Siva shares why he believes AI-assisted admin tools may be the most practical way to reduce burnout and keep existing GPs in the workforce

A candid, expert conversation about the pressures facing Australia's primary care system — and the opportunities ahead.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. George Kerin and Nicola Kerin, the founders behind Dorsum AI, an AI-powered platform transforming clinical workflows for doctors. In this episode of Wise Words, we dive deep into how technology is reshaping healthcare administration—from consultation notes and referrals to the entire patient care journey.

George and Nicola share their journey from identifying a simple problem (doctors drowning in documentation) to building a comprehensive solution that addresses the before, during, and after of every patient consultation. We explore:

• The broken state of healthcare administration and why doctors are still using fax machines in 2024
• How AI transcription and automation are giving clinicians time back to focus on patients
• The challenges of implementing new technology in resistant healthcare systems
• Why Australia lags behind countries like the US in adopting clinical AI tools
• The security and privacy concerns surrounding AI in healthcare
• What the future of clinical practice looks like when technology truly works alongside doctors

This conversation goes beyond the hype of AI scribes to examine the real pain points in healthcare workflows—and how thoughtful technology can solve them

Rodney Cottam is a former member of the Australian military whose career was cut short following a life-changing motor vehicle accident, leading to a long and challenging recovery that reshaped his approach to resilience, mindset, and purpose.

Chris Paterson brings a background in professional sport and corporate leadership, with deep experience in performance, discipline, and building strong team cultures.

Together, they are the founders of Run Rocket Run, where they work with individuals and organisations to build physical resilience, mental strength, leadership capability, and high-performing cultures, while also supporting initiatives such as Invictus Australia.

In this episode of WiSE Words, we explore what it really means to do hard things - from overcoming adversity to developing discipline, accountability, and mental strength in both personal and professional settings. This is a powerful and honest conversation on resilience, leadership, culture, and performance, offering practical insights for anyone looking to grow, lead better, and show up at a higher level, particularly in high-pressure environments.

Lorrie Mohsen is a healthcare executive and AHPRA-registered Occupational Therapist whose career spans both clinical practice and senior leadership within Australia’s private hospital sector. She currently serves as CEO of Mt Wilga Private Hospital and is Ramsay Health Care’s National Rehabilitation Advisor, supporting rehabilitation services across 34 rehabilitation units nationally.
 
 With extensive experience leading complex hospital operations, Lorrie focuses on improving patient outcomes while building strong organisational cultures and sustainable healthcare services. Her leadership brings together clinical insight, strategic thinking, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and meaningful outcomes for patients.
 
 Passionate about the future of rehabilitation care, Lorrie continues to advocate for innovation, collaboration, and leadership development within the healthcare sector.

Dr. Angela Kwong is a GP in Sydney with a special interest in medically supervised weight loss. She is the creator of Enlighten Me, an online medically supervised weight loss program that takes a multidisciplinary approach to treat the factors contributing to an individual's weight, whilst assisting them to put new healthy habits into routine. Her second business, Enlighten Me Products, stemmed from a vision to help her patients reach their nutritional targets, both during their weight loss journey and beyond, using high-protein and gut-friendly meal replacement shakes. She is also the Host of The Australian Weight Loss Summit, which brought together weight loss experts, healthcare workers, and the general public online to collaborate and share

Jennifer is the CEO of Infinity Pathology. An Australian company that has set up a niche of only looking after histopathology samples. A scientist herself has been a part of Infinity Pathology for close to 10 years. 

Michelle Murphy ASM is the National Manager for Integrated Care Pathways and Partnerships at ForHealth Group, where she leads the integration and expansion of Urgent Care services across Australia. With over 30 years’ experience as an Intensive Care Paramedic across metropolitan and regional settings, Michelle has built a career at the intersection of frontline care, system design, and leadership. A passionate advocate for inclusive, accessible healthcare, she has held senior roles at Ambulance Victoria, leads advocacy and government relations for the Australasian College of Paramedicine, and is widely recognised for her work in improving health outcomes for vulnerable communities.

In this episode of Wise Words, our host Alex sits down with Associate Professor Talat Uppal, a passionate advocate for women's health, to discuss heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB)—a condition affecting one in four women of reproductive age.

Talat breaks down what heavy menstrual bleeding really means, why so many women suffer in silence, and the range of treatment options available—from simple non-hormonal tablets to surgical interventions. She shares her journey in founding the Bleed Better Initiative and establishing the first International Day for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, highlighting the gaps in awareness and care that inspired her advocacy work.

We explore the barriers preventing women from seeking help, including cost, lack of awareness, and the tendency to normalize symptoms. Dr. Talat also discusses her integrated healthcare model at Women's Health Road, where patients can access comprehensive care—from GP services to gynecology, mental health support, and allied health—all under one roof.

Whether you're experiencing heavy periods yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand this widespread but often overlooked condition, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical solutions.

In this episode Aash & Alex discuss the private healthcare industry in Australia with Walter Kmet, CEO of MQ Health.