Part Two

Diabetes

Bone Tumours

Part Three - How pathology can aide the GP

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Pathology is by definition: the study of disease.
Pathology is about understanding.

This episode uses the story of Mary Papanicolaou and her husband George who discovered the pap smear.

Dr Travis Brown says, “What I’m hoping is that this podcast explores the evolution of Pathology from historical perspectives to the current day understanding. This may be about a disease or an event or a person. So much can be learnt and there are some fascinating stories like the example of Mary Papanicolaou. Mary Papanicolaou’s contribution has led to hundreds of thousands of lives being saved and unfortunately, she is little more than a sentence or two in historical records.”

This episode also covers:
Diabetes (as a discussion example)
How does someone become a pathologist?
Pathologists: medical school / junior doctor / registrar
How many different kinds of pathologists are there?

Episode notes, references and learning objectives, available at

clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-series/2020/07/episode-one-this-pathological-life

This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

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Pathology is by definition: the study of disease. Pathology is about understanding.
This episode uses the story of Mary Papanicolaou and her husband George who discovered the pap smear.
<blockquote>
Dr Travis Brown says, &ldquo;What I&rsquo;m hoping is that this podcast explores the evolution of Pathology from historical perspectives to the current day understanding. This may be about a disease or an event or a person. So much can be learnt and there are some fascinating stories like the example of Mary Papanicolaou. Mary Papanicolaou&rsquo;s contribution has led to hundreds of thousands of lives being saved and unfortunately, she is little more than a sentence or two in historical records.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
This episode also covers:
<ol>
<li>Diabetes (as a discussion example)</li>
<li>How does someone become a pathologist?</li>
<li>Pathologists: medical school / junior doctor / registrar</li>
<li>How many different kinds of pathologists are there?</li>
</ol>
Episode notes, references and learning objectives, available at
<a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-series/2020/07/episode-one-this-pathological-life">clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-series/2020/07/episode-one-this-pathological-life</a>
This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

Ep 1 What is Pathology?

Travis' best virus ingredients

COVID-19 CFR

Part Three

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Through the prism of COVID-19 and epidemiology, we examine different epidemics and pandemics throughout history. In the last twenty years, there have been three outbreaks of Coronavirus (MERS, SARS, and COVID-19) but only COVID-19 reached pandemic status. The question must be asked as to why?

Episode notes, references and learning objectives, available at

/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/07/episode-two-anatomy-of-a-pandemic

This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Through the prism of COVID-19 and epidemiology, we examine different epidemics and pandemics throughout history. In the last twenty years, there have been three outbreaks of Coronavirus (MERS, SARS, and COVID-19) but only COVID-19 reached pandemic status. The question must be asked as to why?
Episode notes, references and learning objectives, available at
<a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/07/episode-two-anatomy-of-a-pandemic">/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/07/episode-two-anatomy-of-a-pandemic</a>
This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

Ep 2 COVID-19 and epidemiology | Anatomy of a Pandemic

Part Three - Dr Craig James

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In the 19th Century there was an increasing numbers of Black Tumours reported in medical literature - described as Melanose in 1806 when Rene Laennec published that the Blackness of these tumours was not related to black carbon deposits found in the lungs of patients upon autopsy.

By mid 20th Century, a more evidence based approach was taken.

Today, through molecular biology advances, we know genetic mutations are important in the genesis of tumours such as melanoma.

This podcast includes an interview with Dr Craig James MBBS (Hons), FRCPA, AACD and this section of the podcast conducted by Dr Craig James is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

Episode notes, references and learning objectives, available at

https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/07/episode-three-the-black-tumour

This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

Dr Craig James

MBBS (Hons), FRCPA, AACD

Specialties Cytopathology, Dermatopathology, and Histopathology

Bio:

https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-craig-james/

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In the 19th Century there was an increasing numbers of Black Tumours reported in medical literature - described as Melanose in 1806 when Rene Laennec published that the Blackness of these tumours was not related to black carbon deposits found in the lungs of patients upon autopsy.
By mid 20th Century, a more evidence based approach was taken.
Today, through molecular biology advances, we know genetic mutations are important in the genesis of tumours such as melanoma.
<blockquote>
This podcast includes an interview with Dr Craig James MBBS (Hons), FRCPA, AACD and this section of the podcast conducted by Dr Craig James is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
</blockquote>
Episode notes, references and learning objectives, available at
<a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/07/episode-three-the-black-tumour">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/07/episode-three-the-black-tumour</a>
This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.
Dr Craig James
MBBS (Hons), FRCPA, AACD
Specialties Cytopathology, Dermatopathology, and Histopathology
Bio:
<a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-craig-james/">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-craig-james/</a>

Ep 3 Melanoma | The Black Tumour

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Smallpox was a devastating disease described as the scourge of the world. 

The Variola virus was responsible for countless deaths from antiquity to the twentieth century and left most survivors with lifelong scars.

Using Variolation, a primitive form of vaccination, our ancestors attempted to blunt the full force of Smallpox infections.

However, it wasn’t until the twentieth century and using modern day vaccination techniques that we were able to achieve a monumental milestone and eradicate this disease. 

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Smallpox was a devastating disease described as the scourge of the world. 
The Variola virus was responsible for countless deaths from antiquity to the twentieth century and left most survivors with lifelong scars.
Using Variolation, a primitive form of vaccination, our ancestors attempted to blunt the full force of Smallpox infections.
However, it wasn&rsquo;t until the twentieth century and using modern day vaccination techniques that we were able to achieve a monumental milestone and eradicate this disease.&nbsp;

Ep 4 Smallpox Pathology | A Pox On Both Your Houses

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The Story of Typhoid Mary

An outbreak of Typhoid occurred 1906 in a wealthy family in Oyster Bay, New York.

Typically a disease of ‘deprived’ people, investigators concluded that the source must have been contaminated water or freshwater clams. However, in 1907, another wealthy family in Manhattan, New York also had an outbreak.

One investigator, George Soper, identified the link: it was the Cook.

Mary Mallon, a.k.a. Typhoid Mary, was found to have worked for 8 different families between 1900-1907; 7 of these families experienced cases of typhoid. Mary was sent into isolation for 2 years and confirmed as a healthy carrier of the bacteria Salmonella typhi but reoffended within 3 months of release.

This is the story of the villain Typhoid Mary vs the tragedy of Mary Mallon.

We thank Fidelma McCorry as the voice behind the reading of Mary's letter.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
The Story of Typhoid Mary
An outbreak of Typhoid occurred 1906 in a wealthy family in Oyster Bay, New York.
Typically a disease of &lsquo;deprived&rsquo; people, investigators concluded that the source must have been contaminated water or freshwater clams. However, in 1907, another wealthy family in Manhattan, New York also had an outbreak.
One investigator, George Soper, identified the link: it was the Cook.
Mary Mallon, a.k.a. Typhoid Mary, was found to have worked for 8 different families between 1900-1907; 7 of these families experienced cases of typhoid. Mary was sent into isolation for 2 years and confirmed as a healthy carrier of the bacteria Salmonella typhi but reoffended within 3 months of release.
This is the story of the villain Typhoid Mary vs the tragedy of Mary Mallon.
<blockquote>
We thank Fidelma McCorry as the voice behind the reading of Mary's letter.
</blockquote>

Ep 5 Typhoid Pathology | A Pathological Addiction to Catering | The Story of Typhoid Mary

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Inherited bleeding disorders before the modern era were a death sentence. Haemophilia, also known as the Royal Disease (specifically Haemophilia B), is an X-linked coagulation disorder that the Heir to the Throne Alexei Romanov inherited in the early 1900’s.

However, in 1926 a Finnish physician by the name of Erik von Willebrand identified a family with a bleeding disorder with an Autosomal Dominant pattern of inheritance.

This was later named von Willebrand Disease (vWD) is now known to be the most common inherited form of bleeding disease worldwide.

This podcast includes an interview with Dr Nicholas Myles regarding our current understanding of Haemophilia A, Haemophilia B, von Willebrand disease, and platelet disorders and this section of the podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Inherited bleeding disorders before the modern era were a death sentence. Haemophilia, also known as the Royal Disease (specifically Haemophilia B), is an X-linked coagulation disorder that the Heir to the Throne Alexei Romanov inherited in the early 1900&rsquo;s.
However, in 1926 a Finnish physician by the name of Erik von Willebrand identified a family with a bleeding disorder with an Autosomal Dominant pattern of inheritance.
This was later named von Willebrand Disease (vWD) is now known to be the most common inherited form of bleeding disease worldwide.
This podcast includes an interview with Dr Nicholas Myles regarding our current understanding of Haemophilia A, Haemophilia B, von Willebrand disease, and platelet disorders and this section of the podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.

Ep 6 Haemophilia Pathology | Inherited bleeding disorders | Blue Bleeding

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In 1920-1930’s, Dr Charles Huggins had an unusual problem: prostatic cancer cells appeared in his metabolic experiments that he was conducting on the Prostate of Dogs.

With further experimentation, he was able to demonstrate that Prostate Cancer maintained its normal hormone regulation for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1966.

Prostate cancer is one of the most common male malignancies but most men will die with it, rather than from it. 

The role of pathology is to determine how to detect this cancer and identify the clinical significance of the findings.

Our interview is with Dr Bradley Webster, Histopathologist specialising in Uropathology and Lymphoid Pathology and this section of the podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

This podcast also includes guest interview snippets with Dr Troye Wallet, Aged Care and Workforce General Practitioner + Health and Business Advisor. www.linkedin.com/in/troyewallett

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
In 1920-1930&rsquo;s, Dr Charles Huggins had an unusual problem: prostatic cancer cells appeared in his metabolic experiments that he was conducting on the Prostate of Dogs.
With further experimentation, he was able to demonstrate that Prostate Cancer maintained its normal hormone regulation for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1966.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common male malignancies but most men will die with it, rather than from it. 
The role of pathology is to determine how to detect this cancer and identify the clinical significance of the findings.
Our interview is with Dr Bradley Webster, Histopathologist specialising in Uropathology and Lymphoid Pathology and this section of the podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
<blockquote>
This podcast also includes guest interview snippets with Dr Troye Wallet, Aged Care and Workforce General Practitioner + Health and Business Advisor.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/troyewallett">www.linkedin.com/in/troyewallett</a>
</blockquote>

Ep 7 Prostate Pathology | A Seminal Problem

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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of silk-like soft flexible fibres that are resistant to fire, heat, electricity, and chemical damage. 

Known from antiquity as a miracle product and believed to possess magical powers, there was only one problem; it’s toxic to humans. Inhaled fibres are responsible for diseases including asbestosis (pulmonary fibrosis), lung cancer, and mesothelioma.

However, the long latency period between exposure and disease development paved the way for numerous examples of unconscionable conduct from Asbestos manufacturers in modern times. '

This podcast includes an interview with Dr Fergus Whitehead and is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

Episode notes, references and learning objectives, available at

https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/08/episode-eight-an-undisolvable-problem-mesothelioma

This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

 

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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of silk-like soft flexible fibres that are resistant to fire, heat, electricity, and chemical damage. 
Known from antiquity as a miracle product and believed to possess magical powers, there was only one problem; it&rsquo;s toxic to humans. Inhaled fibres are responsible for diseases including asbestosis (pulmonary fibrosis), lung cancer, and mesothelioma.
However, the long latency period between exposure and disease development paved the way for numerous examples of unconscionable conduct from Asbestos manufacturers in modern times. '
<blockquote>
This podcast includes an interview with Dr Fergus Whitehead and is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
</blockquote>
Episode notes, references and learning objectives, available at
<a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/08/episode-eight-an-undisolvable-problem-mesothelioma">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/podcast-this-pathological-life/2020/08/episode-eight-an-undisolvable-problem-mesothelioma</a>
This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.
&nbsp;

Ep 8 Mesothelioma Pathology | An undisolvable problem

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Transgender people have a gender identity or gender expression that differs from their sex assigned at birth. 

Until recently, these people have too often fallen into the ‘too hard’ category when dealing with their health, disease, and illness – and there are many reasons for this.

However, it is imperative that we find a satisfactory solution to adhere to one of the core foundations of pathology: to provide the best care to our patients.

In this podcast, we explore the challenges Pathology organisations like Clinpath face in order to best serve our trans patients and examine what we know about the biological changes they go through during and after their transition.

This episode includes interviews with Dr Devika Thomas and Dr Nicole Sladden.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Transgender people have a gender identity or gender expression that differs from their sex assigned at birth. 
Until recently, these people have too often fallen into the &lsquo;too hard&rsquo; category when dealing with their health, disease, and illness &ndash; and there are many reasons for this.
However, it is imperative that we find a satisfactory solution to adhere to one of the core foundations of pathology: to provide the best care to our patients.
In this podcast, we explore the challenges Pathology organisations like Clinpath face in order to best serve our trans patients and examine what we know about the biological changes they go through during and after their transition.
This episode includes interviews with Dr Devika Thomas and Dr Nicole Sladden.

Ep 9 Transgender Pathology | Transitional Crossroads

Dr Suchitra Summers

Dr Nicole Sladden

Dr Adam Swalling

Dr Rebecca Morrow

Dr Fergus Whitehead

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Everyone has a story…

Pathology is Medicine. The day-to-day challenges and opportunities in pathology are mixed and varied. Often, very much like the journey of Pathologists into Pathology, the queries can take many different pathways. For example, Pathologists can be asked questions such as:
Is this skin malignant?
What infection is this?
Has her breast cancer spread?
Why is he anaemic?
What respiratory infection is this?

In this episode we reflect both the path into Pathology and why as pathologists we do what we do and why we have got to where we are.

Plus we share a few stories from along the way.

This podcast includes interviews with:

Dr Suchitra Somers
Link https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-suchitra-somers/ 

Dr Nicole Sladden
Link https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-nicole-sladden/

Dr Adam Swalling
Link https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-adam-swalling/ 

Dr Rebecca Morrow
Link https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-rebecca-morrow/ 

Dr Fergus Whitehead
Link https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/chief-executive-officer/ 

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Everyone has a story&hellip;
Pathology is Medicine. The day-to-day challenges and opportunities in pathology are mixed and varied. Often, very much like the journey of Pathologists into Pathology, the queries can take many different pathways. For example, Pathologists can be asked questions such as:
<ul>
<li>Is this skin malignant?</li>
<li>What infection is this?</li>
<li>Has her breast cancer spread?</li>
<li>Why is he anaemic?</li>
<li>What respiratory infection is this?</li>
</ul>
In this episode we reflect both the path into Pathology and why as pathologists we do what we do and why we have got to where we are.
Plus we share a few stories from along the way.
This podcast includes interviews with:
Dr Suchitra Somers Link <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-suchitra-somers/">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-suchitra-somers/</a>&nbsp;
Dr Nicole Sladden Link <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-nicole-sladden/">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-nicole-sladden/</a>
Dr Adam Swalling Link <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-adam-swalling/">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-adam-swalling/</a>&nbsp;
Dr Rebecca Morrow Link <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-rebecca-morrow/">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-rebecca-morrow/</a>&nbsp;
Dr Fergus Whitehead Link <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/chief-executive-officer/">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/chief-executive-officer/</a>&nbsp;

Ep 10 Pathologists | Origin Stories

This Pathological Life Podcast

Every disease has its own story to tell - Dr Travis Brown

The podcast series “This Pathological Life” brings to life the spectrum of general pathology topics by delving into each through the lens of historical aspects of disease, community impact of chronic illness, study or research threads, and topical areas of interest. 

Podcast host Steve Davis is joined by our resident Pathologist Dr Travis Brown. Dr Travis Brown is a General Pathologist who enjoys working in the fields of Biochemistry, Microbiology, Anatomical Pathology, and Haematology.

Our podcast host Steve Davis, is a seasoned radio interviewer and podcaster. Aside from running his own marketing company, he is a public speaker, stand-up comedian and journalist.

We share episodes such as ‘A pox on both your houses.’, ‘A pathological addiction’, 'De Slag om Gluten (Dutch)', 'A smear in time (saves lives)' and quite simply, 'What is pathology anyway?'

This Pathological Life Podcast
<blockquote>
Every disease has its own story to tell - Dr Travis Brown
</blockquote>
The podcast series &ldquo;This Pathological Life&rdquo; brings to life the spectrum of general pathology topics by delving into each through the lens of historical aspects of disease, community impact of chronic illness, study or research threads, and topical areas of interest.&nbsp;
Podcast host Steve Davis is joined by our resident Pathologist Dr Travis Brown. Dr Travis Brown is a General Pathologist who enjoys working in the fields of Biochemistry, Microbiology, Anatomical Pathology, and Haematology.
Our podcast host Steve Davis, is a seasoned radio interviewer and podcaster. Aside from running his own marketing company, he is a public speaker, stand-up comedian and journalist.
We share episodes such as &lsquo;A pox on both your houses.&rsquo;, &lsquo;A pathological addiction&rsquo;, 'De Slag om Gluten (Dutch)', 'A smear in time (saves lives)' and quite simply, 'What is pathology anyway?'

Every disease has its own story to tell - Dr Travis Brown

This Pathological Life Podcast

Part Two Prof Graeme Suthers - the history

Part Three Prof Graeme Suthers

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One of the important jobs of a doctor is to prescribe medications.

Unfortunately, it also happens to be one of the most challenging.

Pharmacokinetics, physiology, and drug-to-drug interactions are just some of the challenges that doctors deal with every day.

It is becoming more apparent that for medications and one size (dose) does not fit them all. In addition, it the role of genetics is also becoming increasingly important for the drugs that suit, and don’t suit, individual patients.

Our special guest for this episode is Professor Graeme Suthers to help us shed light on this area of Pharmacogenetics.

SPECIAL GUEST

Professor Graeme Suthers
BSc (Med), MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FRCPA, GAICD

Prof Suthers is Sonic Healthcare’ Director of Genetics. He is one of Australia’s most respected experts in the field of genetics, and is nationally and internationally recognised for his expertise in genetic disorders, testing and clinical service provision.

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One of the important jobs of a doctor is to prescribe medications.
Unfortunately, it also happens to be one of the most challenging.
<blockquote>
Pharmacokinetics, physiology, and drug-to-drug interactions are just some of the challenges that doctors deal with every day.
</blockquote>
It is becoming more apparent that for medications and one size (dose) does not fit them all. In addition, it the role of genetics is also becoming increasingly important for the drugs that suit, and don&rsquo;t suit, individual patients.
Our special guest for this episode is Professor Graeme Suthers to help us shed light on this area of Pharmacogenetics.
<hr>
SPECIAL GUEST
Professor Graeme Suthers BSc (Med), MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FRCPA, GAICD
Prof Suthers is Sonic Healthcare&rsquo; Director of Genetics. He is one of Australia&rsquo;s most respected experts in the field of genetics, and is nationally and internationally recognised for his expertise in genetic disorders, testing and clinical service provision.

Ep 45 Drugs & Genes: Pharmacogenetics and Pathology

Part 2 Cystic Fibrosis

Part 3 Cystic Fibrosis interview with Professor Graeme Suthers

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In the 1920’s, Pearl Buck searched for an answer to her 3 year old daughters intellectually disability. 

Unfortunately, no-one could help her because her daughter's condition was not yet known.

From the mid 1930s to the 1960s, a remarkable sequence of events led to the discovery of Phenylketonuria (PKU), accurate testing and widespread screening that revolutionised early detection of childhood disease(s)

It was also around the same time (mid 1930s) that some young children were believed to be dying of Coeliac disease. One child had an unusual findings in their pancreas.

Further investigation revealed other children with the same finding.

This was not Coeliac disease, it was Cystic Fibrosis (of the pancreas). As more was learnt about this disease, children began to live longer with improved quality of life.

Over the span of 90 years, the average life expectance for a person with Cystic Fibrosis went from 6 months to close to 50 years.

Our special guest for this episode is Professor Graeme Suthers.

NB. The voice of Pearl Buck was generously recorded by Christine Helen Coombe. We appreciate all submissions via our social media request.

SPECIAL GUEST

Professor Graeme Suthers
BSc (Med), MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FRCPA, GAICD

Prof Suthers is Sonic Healthcare’ Director of Genetics. He is one of Australia’s most respected experts in the field of genetics, and is nationally and internationally recognised for his expertise in genetic disorders, testing and clinical service provision.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
In the 1920&rsquo;s, Pearl Buck searched for an answer to her 3 year old daughters intellectually disability. 
Unfortunately, no-one could help her because her daughter's condition was not yet known.
<blockquote>
From the mid 1930s to the 1960s, a remarkable sequence of events led to the discovery of Phenylketonuria (PKU), accurate testing and widespread screening that revolutionised early detection of childhood disease(s)
</blockquote>
It was also around the same time (mid 1930s) that some young children were believed to be dying of Coeliac disease. One child had an unusual findings in their pancreas.
Further investigation revealed other children with the same finding.
This was not Coeliac disease, it was Cystic Fibrosis (of the pancreas). As more was learnt about this disease, children began to live longer with improved quality of life.
Over the span of 90 years, the average life expectance for a person with Cystic Fibrosis went from 6 months to close to 50 years.
Our special guest for this episode is Professor Graeme Suthers.
NB. The voice of Pearl Buck was generously recorded by Christine Helen Coombe. We appreciate all submissions via our social media request.
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SPECIAL GUEST
Professor Graeme Suthers BSc (Med), MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FRCPA, GAICD
Prof Suthers is Sonic Healthcare&rsquo; Director of Genetics. He is one of Australia&rsquo;s most respected experts in the field of genetics, and is nationally and internationally recognised for his expertise in genetic disorders, testing and clinical service provision.

Ep 44 Will not have been meaningless | PKU & Cystic Fibrosis Pathology

Professor Graeme Suthers - Fragile X Syndrome History

Part Two - Discovery and identification of the gene

Part Three - GP awareness and application

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Fragile X is the most common form of inherited intellectually disability.

It is a sex-linked chromosomal disorder that affects boys much more commonly than girls. However, it took some ingenious foresight combined with advancing genetic techniques in the 1970s and 1980s to isolate the exact cause of this condition.

This is a challenging diagnosis for General Practitioners, Specialists, Patients and their families.

A multi-disciplinary approach is essential and, as Professor Graeme Suthers always says ‘listen to your patients and don’t be afraid to seek advice’.

This podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

GUEST HOST & INTERVIEW

Professor Graeme Suthers
BSc (Med), MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FRCPA, GAICD

Prof Suthers is Sonic Healthcare' Director of Genetics. He is one of Australia’s most respected experts in the field of genetics, and is nationally and internationally recognised for his expertise in genetic disorders, testing and clinical service provision.
clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/professor-graeme-suthers/

This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Fragile X is the most common form of inherited intellectually disability.
It is a sex-linked chromosomal disorder that affects boys much more commonly than girls. However, it took some ingenious foresight combined with advancing genetic techniques in the 1970s and 1980s to isolate the exact cause of this condition.
<blockquote>
This is a challenging diagnosis for General Practitioners, Specialists, Patients and their families.
</blockquote>
A multi-disciplinary approach is essential and, as Professor Graeme Suthers always says &lsquo;listen to your patients and don&rsquo;t be afraid to seek advice&rsquo;.
<blockquote>
This podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
</blockquote>
<hr>
GUEST HOST &amp; INTERVIEW
Professor Graeme Suthers BSc (Med), MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FRCPA, GAICD
Prof Suthers is Sonic Healthcare' Director of Genetics. He is one of Australia&rsquo;s most respected experts in the field of genetics, and is nationally and internationally recognised for his expertise in genetic disorders, testing and clinical service provision. <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/professor-graeme-suthers/">clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/professor-graeme-suthers/</a>
This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

Ep 33 Genetics Pathology | Fragile X: The Fra(X)-men

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Chromosomal abnormalities are often incompatible with life. 

However, there are a few exceptions to this rule and history has shown us that certain paired chromosomes can include a third. These conditions are known today as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21), Edwards’ syndrome (Trisomy 18) and Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13). These syndromes are routinely screen for in pregnancy with NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing).

This podcast includes an interview discussing the application of NIPT with Professor Graeme Suthers and the path ahead for foetal screening and this section of the podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

Professor Graeme Suthers
BSc (Med), MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FRCPA, GAICD
clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/professor-graeme-suthers/

This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Chromosomal abnormalities are often incompatible with life. 
However, there are a few exceptions to this rule and history has shown us that certain paired chromosomes can include a third. These conditions are known today as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21), Edwards&rsquo; syndrome (Trisomy 18) and Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13). These syndromes are routinely screen for in pregnancy with NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing).
<blockquote>
This podcast includes an interview discussing the application of NIPT with Professor Graeme Suthers and the path ahead for foetal screening and this section of the podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
</blockquote>
Professor Graeme Suthers BSc (Med), MBBS, PhD, FRACP, FRCPA, GAICD <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/professor-graeme-suthers/">clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/professor-graeme-suthers/</a>
This Pathological Life is produced by Clinpath Pathology in South Australia.

Chromosomal abnormalities are often incompatible with life.

Ep 13 Chromosomal Abnormalities Pathology | Survivable triplicates

Every disease has a story to tell - Dr Travis Brown

This Pathological Life podcast is an inspired collaboration between General Pathologist Dr Travis Brown and seasoned radio interviewer and podcaster, Steve Davis. 

By using a storytelling format, they share the history behind diseases and put health challenges into context to deepen your library of anecdotes and explanations. 

In Season One, the podcast brought to life a spectrum of general pathology topics by delving into each through the lens of historical aspects of disease, community impact of chronic illness, study or research threads, and topical areas of interest. We shared episodes such as ‘A pox on both your houses.’ – about small pox; ‘A pathological addiction to making sandwiches’ – Typhoid Mary and quite simply, "What is Pathology?".

In Season Two, we kick off with indigenous health chats with Dan Tyson Chief Executive Officer at Desert Knowledge Australia. We have lined up discussions about medical ethics with President AMASA Dr Chris Moy and social media health data with Mayo Clinic's Lee Aase Communications Director, Social and Digital Innovation, as well as immunology and allergy testing with Dr Daman Langguth Head of Immunology Department, Chair of SNP Partners, Member of Executive Advisory Committee, Chair of the Data Request Committee.

We consider "What is genius?" with Sonic Genetics Professor Graeme Suthers

We encourage you to request topics, stories and tales that would be of interest.

Enjoy the listen.

PS Dr Travis Brown is a General Pathologist who enjoys working in the fields of Biochemistry, Microbiology, Anatomical Pathology, and Haematology.

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Every disease has a story to tell - Dr Travis Brown
</blockquote>
This Pathological Life podcast is an inspired collaboration between General Pathologist Dr Travis Brown and seasoned radio interviewer and podcaster, Steve Davis.&nbsp;
By using a storytelling format, they share the history behind diseases and put health challenges into context to deepen your library of anecdotes and explanations.&nbsp;
In Season One, the podcast brought to life a spectrum of general pathology topics by delving into each through the lens of historical aspects of disease, community impact of chronic illness, study or research threads, and topical areas of interest. We shared episodes such as &lsquo;A pox on both your houses.&rsquo; &ndash; about small pox; &lsquo;A pathological addiction to making sandwiches&rsquo; &ndash; Typhoid Mary and quite simply, "What is Pathology?".
In Season Two, we kick off with indigenous health chats with <a href="https://www.dka.com.au/">Dan Tyson</a> Chief Executive Officer at Desert Knowledge Australia. We have lined up discussions about medical ethics with President AMASA <a href="https://www.ausdoc.com.au/author/dr-chris-moy">Dr Chris Moy</a> and social media health data with Mayo Clinic's Lee Aase Communications Director, Social and Digital Innovation, as well as immunology and allergy testing with <a href="https://www.snp.com.au/about-us/our-pathologists/a-z/dr-daman-langguth">Dr Daman Langguth</a> Head of Immunology Department, Chair of SNP Partners, Member of Executive Advisory Committee, Chair of the Data Request Committee.
We consider "What is genius?" with Sonic Genetics <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/professor-graeme-suthers">Professor Graeme Suthers</a>
We encourage you to request topics, stories and tales that would be of interest.
Enjoy the listen.
PS Dr Travis Brown is a General Pathologist who enjoys working in the fields of Biochemistry, Microbiology, Anatomical Pathology, and Haematology.

This Pathological Life - Genetics Stream

Professor Ken Sikaris

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Cholesterol is an essential component of our cells. 

It is synthesized by our cells and affected by dietary, lifestyle, and genetic factors.

Unfortunately, cholesterol for doctors can feel like a moving target as different guidelines have different recommendations, new measurements can appear on reports (ie Non-HDL), and it is a constantly evolving topic for research

In this episode, we talk to one of Australia’s foremost expert in Cholesterol, Professor Ken Sikaris.

This podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

Associate Professor Ken Sikaris Bio

KEN trained in science then medicine at Melbourne university before becoming a pathologist in 1992. He worked for several years at St Vincent’s hospital in Melbourne including running a specialist lipid/cholesterol laboratory performing research as well as seeing hundreds of patients in the lipid/cholesterol clinic.

Since then he has worked in private pathology and currently in his job as chemical pathology director he supervises testing on thousands of patients each day - including thousands of cholesterol tests. He is well known internationally in the fields of pathology Quality and how we define the decision limits we use to interpret blood tests.

Ken has several YouTube’s on the low carb down under site (with a total of over half a million views) and some may have seen him as Professor Blood in the Australian documentary ‘That Sugar Film’.

Bio Link: https://www.mps.com.au/about-us/pathologists/assoc-prof-ken-sikaris/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyzPEii-wo0

That Sugar Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsnk8s6JNIQ

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Cholesterol is an essential component of our cells. 
It is synthesized by our cells and affected by dietary, lifestyle, and genetic factors.
Unfortunately, cholesterol for doctors can feel like a moving target as different guidelines have different recommendations, new measurements can appear on reports (ie Non-HDL), and it is a constantly evolving topic for research
In this episode, we talk to one of Australia&rsquo;s foremost expert in Cholesterol, Professor Ken Sikaris.
<blockquote>
This podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
</blockquote>
Associate Professor Ken Sikaris Bio
KEN trained in science then medicine at Melbourne university before becoming a pathologist in 1992. He worked for several years at St Vincent&rsquo;s hospital in Melbourne including running a specialist lipid/cholesterol laboratory performing research as well as seeing hundreds of patients in the lipid/cholesterol clinic.
Since then he has worked in private pathology and currently in his job as chemical pathology director he supervises testing on thousands of patients each day - including thousands of cholesterol tests. He is well known internationally in the fields of pathology Quality and how we define the decision limits we use to interpret blood tests.
Ken has several YouTube&rsquo;s on the low carb down under site (with a total of over half a million views) and some may have seen him as Professor Blood in the Australian documentary &lsquo;That Sugar Film&rsquo;.
Bio Link: <a href="https://www.mps.com.au/about-us/pathologists/assoc-prof-ken-sikaris/">https://www.mps.com.au/about-us/pathologists/assoc-prof-ken-sikaris/</a>
YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyzPEii-wo0">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyzPEii-wo0</a>
That Sugar Film: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsnk8s6JNIQ">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsnk8s6JNIQ</a>

Ep 42 The Cholesterol Conundrum | Pathology

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Hodgkin Lymphoma, formerly known as Hodgkin disease, is a cancer of the lymph node(s).

First described by Thomas Hodgkin (1832) where he wrote a paper titled ‘On Some Morbid Appearances of the Absorbent (now Lymphatic) Glands and Spleen’. However, the significance of this did not become apparent until decades later.

Hodgkin Lymphoma is the most common malignancy of adolescents and young adults. 

This used to be a fatal disease but because of meticulous studies, research, modern medicine and advances in treatment, the prognosis is excellent.

Our interview is with Dr Bradley Webster, Histopathologist specialising in Uropathology and Lymphoid Pathology and this section of the podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Hodgkin Lymphoma, formerly known as Hodgkin disease, is a cancer of the lymph node(s).
First described by Thomas Hodgkin (1832) where he wrote a paper titled &lsquo;On Some Morbid Appearances of the Absorbent (now Lymphatic) Glands and Spleen&rsquo;. However, the significance of this did not become apparent until decades later.
Hodgkin Lymphoma is the most common malignancy of adolescents and young adults. 
This used to be a fatal disease but because of meticulous studies, research, modern medicine and advances in treatment, the prognosis is excellent.
Our interview is with Dr Bradley Webster, Histopathologist specialising in Uropathology and Lymphoid Pathology and this section of the podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.

Ep 34 Hodgkin Lymphoma Pathology | Almost Lardaceous Disease

Part Two | Dr Daman Langguth

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In 1901, an experiment when horribly wrong when Doctors attempted to induce tolerance in to a group of dogs by repeated injections of poison. The results were reproducible. Furthermore, the substance did not even need to be poisonous. In 1902, the reaction was called Anaphylaxis.

In the 1920s, a spate of Scientists and Doctors self-experimentation led to a range of discoveries about food allergies and reactions. Injecting skin, injecting nasal turbinates, and injection volunteers (including children) helped us to understand the different types of reactions the gastrointestinal tract can have to different foods allergens.

Join us as we discuss Part Two to our Allergies Podcast with Dr Daman Langguth and learn our current understanding of Anaphylaxis and food allergies.

This podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
In 1901, an experiment when horribly wrong when Doctors attempted to induce tolerance in to a group of dogs by repeated injections of poison. The results were reproducible. Furthermore, the substance did not even need to be poisonous. In 1902, the reaction was called Anaphylaxis.
In the 1920s, a spate of Scientists and Doctors self-experimentation led to a range of discoveries about food allergies and reactions. Injecting skin, injecting nasal turbinates, and injection volunteers (including children) helped us to understand the different types of reactions the gastrointestinal tract can have to different foods allergens.
Join us as we discuss Part Two to our Allergies Podcast with Dr Daman Langguth and learn our current understanding of Anaphylaxis and food allergies.
<blockquote>
This podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
</blockquote>

Ep 31 Allergies and Pathology Part Two | Anaphylaxis and Fighting Food

Part Three | Dr Daman Langguth continues

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at This Medical Life, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **

Our immune system provides the means for us to live in a world full of pathogens. However, sometimes it gets it wrong and we can find ourselves debilitated because of our own immune system. Allergies and hypersensitivies fall into this category, with symptoms ranging from the mildly irritating, to the life-threatening anaphylaxis.

Our knowledge of these ailments come from a variety of observational and experimental studies. 

In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, they did not understand the immune system nor allergies. Terms used to describe these diseases (that we know today as allergies) were Summer colds, Summer flu, Hay-asthma, and Hay-fever. The causes were unknown, the treatment ranged from experimental to dangerous and the Scientists often used themselves as the study subjects/volunteers. However, it took some clever minds and quite a bit of courage (not to mention a lot of dogs and other experimental animals) to gather the understanding of these conditions that we have today.

Our special guest is Dr Daman Langguth Head of Immunology Department Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology (SNP), Chair of SNP Partners, Member of Executive Advisory Committee, Chair of the Data Request Committee.

Daman has particular expertise in the investigation of auto-immune disease, allergy, and immune deficiency and has special interests in idiopathic inflammatory myositis, vasculitis, IgG4-related systemic disease and e-Health.

SNP’s Immunology Department is the largest laboratory of its kind in Australia.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Our immune system provides the means for us to live in a world full of pathogens.&nbsp;However, sometimes it gets it wrong and we can find ourselves debilitated because of our own immune system.&nbsp;Allergies and hypersensitivies fall into this category, with symptoms ranging from the mildly irritating, to the life-threatening anaphylaxis.
Our knowledge of these ailments come from a variety of observational and experimental studies. 
In the late 1800&rsquo;s and early 1900&rsquo;s, they did not understand the immune system nor allergies. Terms used to describe these diseases (that we know today as allergies) were Summer colds, Summer flu, Hay-asthma, and Hay-fever.&nbsp;The causes were unknown, the treatment ranged from experimental to dangerous and the Scientists often used themselves as the study subjects/volunteers. However, it took some clever minds and quite a bit of courage (not to mention a lot of dogs and other experimental animals) to gather the understanding of these conditions that we have today.
Our special guest is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.snp.com.au/about-us/our-pathologists/a-z/dr-daman-langguth">Dr Daman Langguth</a>&nbsp;Head of Immunology Department Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology (SNP), Chair of SNP Partners, Member of Executive Advisory Committee, Chair of the Data Request Committee.
Daman has particular expertise in the investigation of auto-immune disease, allergy, and immune deficiency and has special interests in idiopathic inflammatory myositis, vasculitis, IgG4-related systemic disease and e-Health.
SNP&rsquo;s Immunology Department&nbsp;is the largest laboratory of its kind in Australia.

Ep 30 Allergies and Pathology Part One | Friendly Fire

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Humans have always had a complex relationship with drugs: some help us; some heal us; and some hurt us. The problem with the drugs of addiction is they can do all of three. However, long term use of these inevitably leads to dependence where, once ceased, will lead to withdraw symptoms. The ‘highs’ and addictiveness combined with the potency of the drugs can have fatal consequences.

In this podcast we delve into these Drugs of Addiction (namely Opioids, Amphetamines, Cannabinoids, Cocaine, and Benzodiazepines) to explore their sordid history and discuss how we test for them today.

Our special guest:

Dr Devika Thomas
BSc (Hons), MBBS, M Surg, MAACB, CCD, FRCPA, PhD

Clinpath Pathology Medical Director, Executive Team
Director of Chemical Pathology

https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-devika-thomas/

This podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Humans have always had a complex relationship with drugs: some help us; some heal us; and some hurt us. The problem with the drugs of addiction is they can do all of three. However, long term use of these inevitably leads to dependence where, once ceased, will lead to withdraw symptoms. The &lsquo;highs&rsquo; and addictiveness combined with the potency of the drugs can have fatal consequences.
In this podcast we delve into these Drugs of Addiction (namely Opioids, Amphetamines, Cannabinoids, Cocaine, and Benzodiazepines) to explore their sordid history and discuss how we test for them today.
Our special guest:
Dr Devika Thomas BSc (Hons), MBBS, M Surg, MAACB, CCD, FRCPA, PhD
Clinpath Pathology Medical Director, Executive Team Director of Chemical Pathology
<a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-devika-thomas/">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-devika-thomas/</a>
<blockquote>
This podcast is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
</blockquote>

Ep 22 Drugs of Addiction Pathology | Medicinal binds

Part Four - Dr Nicole Sladden

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Since ancient times, all manner of diseases have been attributed to the uterus. Theories range from a wandering womb yearning for motherhood to the psychological disorder of hysteria that was contagious. The treatment of women with these 'diseases' were reprehensible and the some of the outcomes were nothing short of tragic.

Fortunately, we have come a long way to understanding the plethora of gynaecological conditions and treatments. In this episode, we examine the pathology of endometriosis.

What the world needs more of right now, is everyone talking about women's health. Steve Davis and Dr Travis Brown discuss this history from antiquity to the twenty-first century. However, they did call on special guest Dr Nicole Sladden to keep them in check.

This podcast episode is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

Dr Nicole Sladden
MBBS, FRCPA

Bio Link: https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-nicole-sladden/

 

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Since ancient times, all manner of diseases have been attributed to the uterus. Theories range from a wandering womb yearning for motherhood to the psychological disorder of hysteria that was contagious. The treatment of women with these 'diseases' were reprehensible and the some of the outcomes were nothing short of tragic.
Fortunately, we have come a long way to understanding the plethora of gynaecological conditions and treatments. In this episode, we examine the pathology of endometriosis.
What the world needs more of right now, is everyone talking about women's health. Steve Davis and Dr Travis Brown discuss this history from antiquity to the twenty-first century. However, they did call on special guest Dr Nicole Sladden to keep them in check.
This podcast episode is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
<blockquote>
Dr Nicole Sladden MBBS, FRCPA
Bio Link: <a href="https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-nicole-sladden/">https://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-nicole-sladden/</a>
</blockquote>
&nbsp;

Ep 19 Endometriosis Pathology | The tragedy of the wandering womb

Part Two Dr Travis Brown

Part Three Dr Travis Brown provides a snap shot of current day

Part Four Dr Devika Thomas

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at This Medical Life, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **

Sugar is as addictive as nicotine and as toxic as … well, sugar. 

Diabetes mellitus is the fastest growing chronic disease and the not-so-silent potentially ignorable epidemic sweeping our nation. This is a disease known about since antiquity and often fatal to those afflicted in history.

With the discovery of insulin in 1922 and exponential growth in our understanding, we now have the resources to manage and even potentially prevent this disease; but will we choose to do so?

The Episode has a special guest collaboration with Dr James Meucke AM “AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR”.

Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Muecke

LinkedIn and bio: www.linkedin.com/in/james-muecke-am-a1621812

This Episode includes an interview with Dr Devika Thomas

Bio: www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-devika-thomas/

and is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
Sugar is as addictive as nicotine and as toxic as &hellip; well, sugar. 
Diabetes mellitus is the fastest growing chronic disease and the not-so-silent potentially ignorable epidemic sweeping our nation. This is a disease known about since antiquity and often fatal to those afflicted in history.
With the discovery of insulin in 1922 and exponential growth in our understanding, we now have the resources to manage and even potentially prevent this disease; but will we choose to do so?
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The Episode has a special guest collaboration with Dr James Meucke AM &ldquo;AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR&rdquo;.
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Wiki: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Muecke">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Muecke</a>
LinkedIn and bio: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/james-muecke-am-a1621812">www.linkedin.com/in/james-muecke-am-a1621812</a>
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This Episode includes an interview with Dr Devika Thomas
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Bio:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-devika-thomas/">www.clinpath.com.au/about-us/clinpath-leadership/our-pathologists/dr-devika-thomas/</a>
and is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.

Ep 15 Diabetes Mellitus Pathology | The Honey Siphon

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at This Medical Life, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **

In 1958, via the world’s first epidemiological study, Dr Denis Burkitt mapped the incidence of large jaw tumours in young African Children and theorised that the cause was due to a virus.

However, he was later to discover that this same virus was responsible for Infectious Mononucleosis (IM) in Western Populations. How could one virus cause such different diseases?

The answer was because he was studying the world’s most perfect parasite.

This podcast is an interview with Associate Professor David Ellis, MBBS, FRCPA and is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point – self reporting.

** Thanks for downloading this episode. If you'd like to stay in touch with our continuing story, Season 2 continues at <a href="https://thismedicallife.com.au/">This Medical Life</a>, in which Dr Travis Brown continues his exploration of diseases and our approaches to treatment from history to the modern day. Have a look in your podcast app now for This Medical Life, and hit subscribe so you never miss an episode **
In 1958, via the world&rsquo;s first epidemiological study, Dr Denis Burkitt mapped the incidence of large jaw tumours in young African Children and theorised that the cause was due to a virus.
However, he was later to discover that this same virus was responsible for Infectious Mononucleosis (IM) in Western Populations. How could one virus cause such different diseases?
The answer was because he was studying the world&rsquo;s most perfect parasite.
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This podcast is an interview with Associate Professor David Ellis, MBBS, FRCPA and is eligible for 1 RACGP CPD point &ndash; self reporting.
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Ep 14 EBV Pathology | The Perfect Parasite

Every disease has a story to tell - Dr Travis Brown

Dr Travis Brown is a General Pathologist who enjoys working in the fields of Biochemistry, Microbiology, Anatomical Pathology, and Haematology.
 
This Pathological Life podcast is an inspired collaboration between Clinpath Pathology’s General Pathologist Dr Travis Brown and seasoned radio interviewer and podcaster, Steve Davis. By using a storytelling format we share the history behind diseases and put health challenges into context to deepen your library of anecdotes and explanations. 
 
In Season One, the podcast brought to life a spectrum of general pathology topics by delving into each through the lens of historical aspects of disease, community impact of chronic illness, study or research threads, and topical areas of interest. 
 
In Season Two, we will continue the journey into the history of diseases, and the applications of modern health management.

Our podcast host Steve Davis, is a seasoned radio interviewer and podcaster. Aside from running his own marketing company, he is a public speaker, stand-up comedian and journalist.

Every disease has a story to tell - Dr Travis Brown
Dr Travis Brown is a General Pathologist who enjoys working in the fields of Biochemistry, Microbiology, Anatomical Pathology, and Haematology. &nbsp; This Pathological Life podcast is an inspired collaboration between Clinpath Pathology&rsquo;s General Pathologist Dr Travis Brown and seasoned radio interviewer and podcaster, Steve Davis. By using a storytelling format we share the history behind diseases and put health challenges into context to deepen your library of anecdotes and explanations.&nbsp; &nbsp; In Season One, the podcast brought to life a spectrum of general pathology topics by delving into each through the lens of historical aspects of disease, community impact of chronic illness, study or research threads, and topical areas of interest.&nbsp; &nbsp; In Season Two, we will continue the journey into the history of diseases, and the applications of modern health management.
Our podcast host Steve Davis, is a seasoned radio interviewer and podcaster. Aside from running his own marketing company, he is a public speaker, stand-up comedian and journalist.

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