It took a chance listening encounter for clinician scientist and osteopath Roger Engel to hear Elise Fuller and Katie Willy speaking on a webinar about lactation and mastitis. At the time, what Elise and Katie didn’t realise was that they were sitting on a wealth of clinical data, and it was the data which caught Roger’s attention.

Following the webinar, Roger contacted Katie and with Elise on board, the three of them started down their path of research and as they say, the rest is history.

Hear someone who knows a thing or two about a case series, Michael Fleischmann, chat with Elise, Katie and Roger on the journey they took to having their case series, Osteopathic intervention for inflammatory conditions of the lactating breast: a case series, published in the International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine.

This conversation stands as an inspiration to any osteopath wanting to turn the wealth of knowledge they gain in clinic into meaningful research that can help shape the profession.

A philanthropic grant, that was administered by Southern Cross University, helped make this research possible.

Engel, R., Willy, K., & Fuller, E. (2025). Osteopathic intervention for inflammatory conditions of the lactating breast: a case series. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, Article 100769. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijosm.2025.100769

For resources and courses on mastitis and breastfeeding, see https://yourtwojugs.com

It took a chance listening encounter for clinician scientist and osteopath Roger Engel to hear Elise Fuller and Katie Willy speaking on a webinar about lactation and mastitis. At the time, what Elise and Katie didn&rsquo;t realise was that they were sitting on a wealth of clinical data, and it was the data which caught Roger&rsquo;s attention.
Following the webinar, Roger contacted Katie and with Elise on board, the three of them started down their path of research and as they say, the rest is history.
Hear someone who knows a thing or two about a case series, Michael Fleischmann, chat with Elise, Katie and Roger on the journey they took to having their case series, Osteopathic intervention for inflammatory conditions of the lactating breast: a case series, published in the International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine.
This conversation stands as an inspiration to any osteopath wanting to turn the wealth of knowledge they gain in clinic into meaningful research that can help shape the profession.
A philanthropic grant, that was administered by Southern Cross University, helped make this research possible.
Engel, R., Willy, K., &amp; Fuller, E. (2025). Osteopathic intervention for inflammatory conditions of the lactating breast: a case series. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, Article 100769. Advance online publication. <a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijosm.2025.100769">https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijosm.2025.100769</a>
For resources and courses on mastitis and breastfeeding, see https://yourtwojugs.com

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts

After a brief hiatus, Osteo Talk is making a welcome return! This podcast has always been about information and connection – now we are bringing members together through shared stories, professional insights, and engaging conversations.

To better serve our members, we’re introducing exciting changes such as revolving hosts and special interest content. Diversity is one of the strengths of our profession, and by incorporating different hosts, we can ensure the podcast reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping the content dynamic.

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts will continue to deliver clinically relevant education for osteopaths to learn, connect and collaborate and will now include special interest topics and profiles of many leading osteopaths. .

Each episode will explore real clinical issues through interviews and discussions with top practitioners in Australia and internationally, as well as covering some thought-provoking topics. The aim is to inspire and be inspired by colleagues, helping to grow clinical and business knowledge among osteopaths to ensure better clinical practice. 

This podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on the following channels: 

Spotify, Amazon, Apple 

The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice. 

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts
After a brief hiatus, Osteo Talk is making a welcome return! This podcast has always been about information and connection – now we are bringing members together through shared stories, professional insights, and engaging conversations.
To better serve our members, we’re introducing exciting changes such as revolving hosts and special interest content. Diversity is one of the strengths of our profession, and by incorporating different hosts, we can ensure the podcast reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping the content dynamic.
Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts will continue to deliver clinically relevant education for osteopaths to learn, connect and collaborate and will now include special interest topics and profiles of many leading osteopaths. .
Each episode will explore real clinical issues through interviews and discussions with top practitioners in Australia and internationally, as well as covering some thought-provoking topics. The aim is to inspire and be inspired by colleagues, helping to grow clinical and business knowledge among osteopaths to ensure better clinical practice. 
This podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on the following channels: 
Spotify, Amazon, Apple 
The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice.

Osteo Talk

 Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts

Osteo Talk continues to connect and inform Australia’s osteopathy community through shared stories, professional insights and engaging conversations.

To better serve its members, the podcast now features rotating hosts and specialised content. Diversity is one of the profession’s greatest strengths, and by including a variety of voices, Osteo Talk reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping each episode dynamic and relevant.

Produced by Osteopathy Australia, Osteo Talk delivers clinically relevant education to help osteopaths learn, connect and collaborate. Listeners can enjoy discussions on special interest topics and hear from many leading osteopaths from Australia and around the world.

Each episode explores real clinical issues through interviews and thought-provoking discussions designed to inspire professional growth and support better clinical and business practice.

The podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on all major podcast platforms.

The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

<a>&nbsp;</a>Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts
Osteo Talk continues to connect and inform Australia&rsquo;s osteopathy community through shared stories, professional insights and engaging conversations.
To better serve its members, the podcast now features rotating hosts and specialised content. Diversity is one of the profession&rsquo;s greatest strengths, and by including a variety of voices, Osteo Talk reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives &ndash; keeping each episode dynamic and relevant.
Produced by Osteopathy Australia, Osteo Talk delivers clinically relevant education to help osteopaths learn, connect and collaborate. Listeners can enjoy discussions on special interest topics and hear from many leading osteopaths from Australia and around the world.
Each episode explores real clinical issues through interviews and thought-provoking discussions designed to inspire professional growth and support better clinical and business practice.
The podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on all major podcast platforms.
The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.