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Australian Anaesthesia

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The Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) was formed in 1934 as a not-for-profit member organisation dedicated to supporting and connecting anaesthetists in Australia.

Join Dr Suzi Nou as she talks about all things relevant to anaesthesia in Australia with experts, peers and members of the ASA. These conversations serve to inform, challenge and inspire you to be the best and safest throughout your career.

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TM15 New changes to the Medicare Benefits Schedule for anaesthetists

April 04, 2024 22:35 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

Talking Money. Our series where we do more than talk money. on the 1st March 2024, new items were introduced into the MBS for anaesthetists. I discuss these with our MBS expert, Dr Michael Lumsden-Steel. This is a snippet of the full podcast. ASA Members can find the full episode here: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/ Not a member? Find out more about membership here: https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/

Ep90. All things 90! With Drs Mark Sinclair, Don Maxwell, Bob Hare and Greg Deacon

February 18, 2024 18:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

Happy 90th birthday to the Australian Society of Anaesthetists! In this episode, I try my hand at being a historian. We revisit the discovery of modern anaesthetic agents and have a peak into the Ether Dome. Dr William Morton is widely credited as being the discoverer of modern anaesthesia, but did he work alone or with others? You may have heard of Dr Horace Wells and Dr Crawford Long. What was their role and what became of them? With the help of ASA President Dr Mark Sinclair and Pas...

Ep89. Anaphylaxis myths debunked with Dr Richard Scolaro (Part 3)

February 04, 2024 18:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

This is the third and final installment of the chat I had with Immediate Past Chair of the Australian New Zealand Anaesthetic Allergy Group (ANZAAG), Dr Richard Scolaro. We discuss pholcodine and some myths about the management of anaphylaxis. In part 1 and 2 we discuss anaesthetic anaphylaxis testing and penicillin and cephalosporin cross reactivity and more. Register for the ASA webinar (members only) on Thursday 21st March with Dr Ben McKenzie: https://asa.org.au/amax4-every-second-c...

Ep88. Anaphylaxis & antibiotics with Dr Richard Scolaro (Part 2)

January 21, 2024 18:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

This is Part 2 of 3 in our series where I chat with Immediate Past Chair of the Australian New Zealand Anaesthetic Allergy Group (ANZAAG), Dr Richard Scolaro. We discuss anaphylaxis to penicillin and cross reactivity to cephalosporins. In Part 1 we discuss anaphylaxis testing and in part 3 we discuss pholcodine, management of anaphylaxis and more. ANZAAG: https://anzaag.com/ Register for the ASA webinar (members only) on Thursday 21st March with Dr Ben McKenzie: https://asa.org.au/ama...

Ep87. Anaphylaxis testing with Dr Richard Scolaro (Part 1)

January 07, 2024 18:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

In this episode I chat with Immediate Past Chair of the Australian New Zealand Anaesthetic Allergy Group (ANZAAG), Dr Richard Scolaro. We chat about anaesthetic anaphylaxis testing and some of the common questions that arise. For example, did you know that morphine is used as a postive control? Yes, you should see a reaction to morphine. This is Part 1 of 3 in our series. In the next two parts we discuss penicillin and cephalosporin cross reactivity, pholcodine and more. ANZAAG: http...

Ep86. The Secret Thoughts of Presidents: Dr Donald Maxwell (Part 2)

December 24, 2023 18:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Merry Christmas! Dr Donald Maxwell was President of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists from 1982 - 1984. In this episode we learn about Don's path to Presidency as we well as some of the major achievements of the ASA in terms of how we as anaesthetists conduct our practice. In Part 1, Don shares many insights into the nature of clinical anaesthesia in Australia from the 1960s to today. https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/how-to-join/ We welcome any feedback. [email protected]

EP85. The Secret Thoughts of Presidents: Dr Donald Maxwell (Part 1)

December 17, 2023 18:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Dr Donald Maxwell was President of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists from 1982 - 1984. In this episode we talk about Don's early career and anaesthesia in the 1960s. We also learn about the birth of intensive care medicine in Australia. This is Part 1 of our conversation. Join us next week for Part 2! https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/how-to-join/

Ep84. Ahpra with AMA Policy Manager Nick Elmitt

December 03, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

In my time as President of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists and since, I have met a few doctors who have had dealings with Ahpra, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. My general impression is that it is not a pleasant experience. I have also heard many doctors complain about the 14% increase in registration fees this year. In this episode, I chat with Nick Elmitt, Policy Manager at the Australian Medical Association (AMA). He shares his insights from the work th...

Ep83. The Women's Empowerment and Leadership Initiative with Prof Nina Deutsch & A/Prof Larry Schwartz

November 19, 2023 18:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

I am delighted to be chatting with leaders in paediatric anaesthesia, Professor Nina Deutsch and Associate Professor Larry Schwartz. They are two of the founders of the Women's Empowerment and Leadership Initiative (WELI). WELI was established to help women achieve their leadership goals through mentoring, coaching and sponsorship. An Australian & New Zealand chapter of WELI is commencing! If you would like to learn more about WELI here in Australia and New Zealand, please visit http://a...

EP82. Changes to CPD in 2024 with Dr Vida Viliunas

November 06, 2023 20:28 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

Did you know that Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements will change in 2024 for ALL doctors? Find out more in this chat with Vice President of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists, Dr Vida Viliunas. Dr Viliunas is also the Chair of the ASA Education Committee and has supported many members with their CPD efforts. To find out more about the AMA Doctor Portal Learning (DPL) CPD program: https://www.cpdhome.org.au/program There are plenty of educational resources from ...

TM14. Can I encourage patients to change their private health insurer?

October 22, 2023 18:00 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MB

We might want to encourage a patient to change their private health insurer, but is this a good idea? (Spoiler alert - no!) The bigger question is why do we even want to do this in the first place? Members of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists can listen to the full episode here: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/ Not a member? Visit the ASA website to learn more and to join: https://asa.org.au/

TM13. Congratulations for getting a training position! Let's talk training fees with Dr Jason Kong

October 08, 2023 18:00 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MB

Congratulations for getting a training position job and taking a big step toward what I hope will be a long, rewarding and happy career! In this episode I chat with Chair of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists Trainee Member Group, Dr Jason Kong, about the ANZCA training fees: what they are and when you need to pay them. The full episode of this podcast is on the ASA website: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/ Fact check the ...

Ep81. PeriopConcepts with Dr Jack Madden

September 24, 2023 18:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

I chat with ASA Member Dr Jack Madden and founder of PeriopConcepts. PeriopConcepts is an online learning resource for anaesthesia assistants and those new to anaesthesia. Access PeriopConcepts here: https://www.periopconcepts.com Meet more of our innovators and inventors here: https://asa.org.au/innovations-and-inventions/ Learn more about how the ASA supports Global Health: https://asa.org.au/global-health/ Contact me: [email protected]

Ep80. Theatre lights on... Antarctica! with Dr David Tian

September 10, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Endless summer, cute penguins and stunning vistas? Yes please! Freezing cold, howling winds perpetual darkness in one of the most isolated places on our planet? Hmmm... That's why I am so excited to bring you this chat with Dr David Tian, an anaesthesia registrar from Westmead Hospital about his time in Antarctica. We chat how he got there, what life was like and the challenges of returning to civilization. To see the pictures and read more, check out the September 2023 edition of Aust...

Ep79. webAIRS: Jaw Dislocation

August 27, 2023 18:00 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MB

An update from the Australian and New Zealand Tripartite Anaesthetic Data Committee (ANZTADC). To read the report and find out more about webAIRS, please visit: webAIRS: https://www.anztadc.net/ Ep54. webAIRS with Prof Martin Culwick. https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/5940c2ae-2f7a-4174-ad3a-869ac46ccc64/ASA-2054.mp3 Ep57. webAIRS: lingual nerve injury

Ep78. AMAX4 - a cognitive aid for anaphylaxis with Dr Ben McKenzie

August 13, 2023 18:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

*** trigger warning *** Death of a child. Swear words. *** Around this time two years ago, Dr Ben McKenzie's life changed forever. Dr McKenzie is an Emergency Physician who sadly lost his son to anaphylaxis. In this challenging conversation we discuss the events of that day, how he came to be the Team Leader of the resuscitation and some of the amazing work that he is doing now. Working in critical care, it's hard not to be affected by this episode. Register for the ASA webinar (memb...

Ep77. Theatre Lights on... Orange with Dr Charlie Warren

July 30, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MB

Time to do some more travel through our vast and fantastic country. We are on the lands of the Wiradgeri people and discussing the city of Orange with Dr Charlie Warren. We learn about the challenges of caring for patients in this large Local Health District (LHD). We also learn about the bustling food and wine scene. If you'd like to hear about Albury Wodonga, which is also on the lands of the Wirudgeri people, then please listen to Ep71: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/dcb96814-db...

TM12: How to claim for Telehealth Consultations

July 16, 2023 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.93 MB

Pre-anaesthesia consultations have an important role in ensuring patient safety, establishing rapport and developing shared goals for the anaesthetic and surgery. I outline the various ways you can claim for telehealth pre-anaesthesia consultations. The full episode is only available for ASA members. Find it here: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/

Ep76. Podcasting! With ASA museum curator Kate Pentecost

July 02, 2023 18:00 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MB

In this episode I take a deeper dive into what goes into making a podcast with the Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) Kate Pentecost. Kate is the curator of the Dr Harry Daly museum, and librarian for the Dr Richard Bailey library at the ASA. Kate's podcast: https://silentworldfoundation.org.au/podcast/ Learn more about the Dr Harry Daly museum: https://asa.org.au/history-and-heritage/harry-daly-museum/ And the Dr Richard Bailey library: https://asa.org.au/richard-bailey-librar...

Ep75. The Pacific Fellowship with Dr Moira Rush

June 18, 2023 18:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

Let's visit Fiji with ASA member Dr Moira Rush! Dr Rush was one of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists' Pacific Fellows, based at the Fiji National University in Suva in 2022. We talk about picking up and moving to Fiji, and some of the challenges and highlights of her time there. Read more about Dr Rush's time in Fiji in the June 2023 edition of Australian Anaesthetist: https://asa.org.au/asa-publications/ To apply or learn more the Australian Society of Anaesthetists' Global Healt...

Ep74. Sustainability in anaesthesia with Prof Eugenie Kayak

June 01, 2023 18:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

I chat with ASA member, Professor Eugenie Kayak about leadership in environmental sustainability. Inspired or challenged about sustainability in healthcare? Let me know how: [email protected] Read more in the September 2022 edition of Australian Anaesthetist: https://asa.org.au/asa-publications/ Listen to our podcast with TRA2SH co-founder Dr Jess Davies. Episode 69 of the Australian Anaesthesia podcast: https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/c60f360d-0f38-45dc-a9c3-93b5b40e0ff5/EP65-...

Ep73. Outpatient dental sedation with Dr Mark Sinclair

May 21, 2023 18:00 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MB

This is an extract from the Australian Society of Anaesthetists' Anaesthesia Recipe Book. ASA Vice-President Dr Mark Sinclair shares his tips and tricks for providing anaesthesia to patients undergoing dental treatment in community or outpatient dental clinics. The full recipe video is available only for ASA members here (login required): https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/anaesthesia-recipe-book/ A sneak peak of the recipe can be watched on the ASA YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/y2...

Ep72. Training and Beyond with Dr Kara Allen

May 07, 2023 18:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

So many resources to share with you! To register for Super Saturday and see upcoming events: https://asa.org.au/events/ Read more about education in the March 2023 edition of Australian Anaesthetist: https://asa.org.au/asa-publications/ See our new 'Discovering Anaesthesia" videos as well as have a small peak into the Anaesthesia Recipe Book: https://www.youtube.com/c/AustralianSocietyofAnaesthetists Full versions of the Anaesthesia Recipe Book and more resources for trainees here (mem...

Ep71. Theatre Lights on... Albury-Wodonga with Dr Kate Drummond

April 23, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

It's time to vicariously travel through this vast and fantastic country. In this episode we shine a light on (Theatre Lights... get it?) the lands of the Wiradgeri people with ASA member, Dr Kate Drummond. We delve into Kate's career as a paediatric anaesthetist and pain physician and learn more abut the challenges and rewards of working in this regional area. If you're interested in a tree or sea change, perhaps there's a position for you on the Australian Society of Anaesthetist's po...

TM11: How to use the MBS consultation item numbers with Dr Andrew Mulcahy

April 09, 2023 17:00 - 5 minutes - 6.97 MB

In this episode I chat with ASA Past President, Dr Andrew Mulcahy. We go through all of the consultation items - when to use them and when not to use them so that you remain compliant with Medicare The full episode is only available for ASA members. Find it here: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/

Ep70. From overseas to Australian Specialist Anaesthetist with Dr Amritha

March 26, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes - 53.7 MB

In this episode I chat with Dr Amritha, an anaesthetist who trained in India and recently qualified again in Australia. This episode is for people considering the specialist pathway into Australia or who have an interest in global health. We discuss a lot of resources. To access them all, you need to be an ASA member: https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/how-to-join/ Global Health: https://asa.org.au/global-health/ Anaesthesia Recipe Book: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/anaesthesi...

TM10: How much do anaesthetists charge? (according to APRA) with Dr Andrew Mulcahy

March 12, 2023 18:00 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MB

In this episode I chat with ASA Past President, Dr Andrew Mulcahy. We go through the latest (June 2022) APRA report. We talk about billing patterns of anaesthetists in private practice and what the average out-of-pocket fee might be for anaesthetists and other medical specialists. The full episode is only available for ASA members. Find it here: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/

Ep69. Talking TRA2SH - trainee led research into sustainability in healthcare with Dr Jess Davies

February 26, 2023 18:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

In this episode I chat with ASA member Dr Jess Davies, co-founder of TRA2SH. TRA2SH = Trainee-Led Research and Audit in Anaesthesia for Sustainable Healthcare More info on TRA2SH: https://www.tra2sh.org/ Read more about sustainability and anaesthesia in Australian Anaesthetist: https://asa.org.au/asa-publications/ Apply for small grants https://asa.org.au/prizes-awards-and-research-grants/ Buy a theatre cap to support TRA2SH: https://asa.org.au/asa-merchandise/

Ep68. N95s vs. surgical masks. Is there anything to debate? with Dr Leo Lam

February 12, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

In this episode, I chat with Dr Leo Lam, an electrical engineer with a PhD in mathematical modelling, who amongst many other talents, designs anaesthesia infusion pumps. We discuss N95s from the perspective of a physical scientist and engineer. We have come a long way from 2020 when we first learnt about respiratory protection! We discuss PAPRs (powered air purifying respirators), fit-testing, PPE buddies, using a HAZMAT approach in hospitals and more in earlier episodes of the Austra...

Ep67. The Podcast Navigation Guide

January 29, 2023 18:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

Welcome to 2023 and the fourth year of our podcast! In this episode I talk through ways to get the most out of your listening experience and how to access ASA member-only podcasts. I've also created a few playlists of podcasts which a specially curated for your stage of career or special interest and I describe where these can be found. Links: ASA website: https://asa.org.au/ Publicly available podcasts: https://asa.org.au/asa-public-podcasts/ (from EP 17 onwards) ASA Member-only podc...

Ep66. The Secret Thoughts of Presidents: Dr Andrew Miller

December 18, 2022 18:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

I chat with Dr Andrew Miller, President of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists about his first year in the role and what he hopes to achieve in the next year. Some things he discusses are: Volunteer to work in lower resourced settings by registering your interest in our Overseas Development and Education Committee (ODEC) database: https://asa.org.au/global-health/ Chat with other ASA members on the ASA Forum: https://asa.org.au/join-the-asa-forum/ The Talking Money podcast series w...

Ep65. Celebrating Heroes of Inclusion with Dr Dinesh Palipana

December 11, 2022 18:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

In this episode I chat with Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM, and shine a light on his incredible journey from medical student to being the only quadriplegic to graduate medical school in Queensland and the second to graduate from medical school in Australia. Dr Palipana OAM is a doctor, lawyer, disability advocate and researcher who challenges to fight against reducing the breadth of specialities, like anaesthesia, into small boxes. Dr Palipana kindly contributed an article to the June 2022 editi...

Ep64: I didn't pass my exam wih Professor David Story

November 27, 2022 18:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

In this episode I chat with Professor David Story about his experiences when he didn't pass his ANZCA Primary Exam. I share some tips for others in this situation who are hoping to jump this bug hurdle. Wishing you good luck and success, no matter how you do! More episodes of the Australian Anaesthesia podcast can be found wherever you find your podcasts or here: https://asa.org.au/asa-public-podcasts/ If this podcast has raised anything that you feel you cannot discuss with a friend...

Ep63. Movember - airway challenge accepted! with Dr Paul Scott

November 13, 2022 18:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Happy Movember! I hope you are delighting all or being delighted by the outcrops of facial hair and raising awareness and funds to support men's health. In this episode, I chat with ASA member Dr Paul Scott who is the inventor of the SAM Safety Shield. The SAM Safety Shield is an airway device designed to improve bag-mask ventilation in men with facial hair. Get the link with Movember now? To learn more about the SAM Safety Shield: https://scottairwaymanagement.com/ To watch this podc...

Viva 2: Thyroid surgery

October 30, 2022 18:00 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MB

The full version of this episode is only available for ASA members and can be found on the ASA website: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/practice-vivas-podcast/ More exam tips can be found here: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/exam-tips/ Register to attend an online ASA viva practice session: https://asa.org.au/events/ If you're not a member and would like to access these resources, then find out more about membership here: https://asa.org.au...

TM9: Bundled Care Models with Dr Peter Waterhouse

October 16, 2022 18:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MB

In this episode I hand the microphone to Dr Peter Waterhouse, Chair, ASA Professional Issues Advisory Committee to discuss Bundled Care arrangements. This podcast is from an article in the June 2022 edition of Australian Anaesthetist: https://asa.org.au/asa-publications/australian-anaesthetist-previous-issues/ More information and resources are available for ASA members (login required): Managed Care resources: https://asa.org.au/policy/managed-care-2/ Part 3 courses: https://asa.org....

62: Prof PJ Devereaux is coming to Wellington!

October 02, 2022 18:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

I chat with Professor PJ Devereux, cardiologist and perioperative medicine guru ahead of the Combined Scientific Congress in Wellington on 21-24 October 2022. We chat life in Canada, insights into the POISE trials and I quiz him on the big questions in periop-medicine. Come and continue the conversation at CSC Wellington: https://www.csc2022.co.nz/ Want to attend another Common Issues Group (CIG) scientific meeting at member rates? Or apply for the CIG scholarship worth $4000? More details...

Ep62: Prof PJ Devereaux is coming to Wellington!

October 02, 2022 18:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

I chat with Professor PJ Devereux, cardiologist and perioperative medicine guru ahead of the Combined Scientific Congress in Wellington on 21-24 October 2022. We chat life in Canada, insights into the POISE trials and I quiz him on the big questions in periop-medicine. Come and continue the conversation at CSC Wellington: https://www.csc2022.co.nz/ Want to attend another Common Issues Group (CIG) scientific meeting at member rates? Or apply for the CIG scholarship worth $4000? More de...

Talking Money 8: Using MBS item 17615

September 18, 2022 18:00 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MB

In this episode of Talking Money, I discuss Medicare Benefits Schedule item number 17615 and when and how to use it properly and in a way that is compliant with Medicare. The full episode is exclusively available for members of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists. It can be found here (log in required): https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/ Find out more about being an ASA member here: https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/how-to-joi...

TM8: Using MBS item 17615

September 18, 2022 18:00 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MB

In this episode of Talking Money, I discuss Medicare Benefits Schedule item number 17615 and when and how to use it properly and in a way that is compliant with Medicare. The full episode is exclusively available for members of the Australian Society of Anaesthetists. It can be found here (log in required): https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/ Find out more about being an ASA member here: https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/how-to...

Goals of Care

September 04, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

I chat with Dr En'en Tong, a geriatrician with an interest in palliative care about how we might talk with our patients about the their goals of care when it comes to having surgery. She shares with us the REMAP framework and recommends the Vital Talk website: https://www.vitaltalk.org/guides/transitionsgoals-of-care/ https://acpdecisions.org/goals-of-care-conversations-3-ways-to-improve-your-skills/ (https://acpdecisions.org/goals-of-care-conversations-3-ways-to-improve-your-skills/) Keen to...

Ep61. How to Discuss Goals of Care with Dr En'en Tong

September 04, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

I chat with Dr En'en Tong, a geriatrician with an interest in palliative care about how we might talk with our patients about the their goals of care when it comes to having surgery. She shares with us the REMAP framework and recommends the Vital Talk website: https://www.vitaltalk.org/guides/transitionsgoals-of-care/ https://acpdecisions.org/goals-of-care-conversations-3-ways-to-improve-your-skills/ Keen to improve your communication with patients and colleagues? Look for Episode 55 of...

Communicate like a Boss

August 21, 2022 18:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

I chat with Dr Andrea Wojnicki, communication coach and founder of Talk About Talk. We discuss Harvard, the Olympics, leadership and of course, communication. ASA members can find out more about the workshops with Dr Wojnicki on the ASA Events page: https://asa.org.au/events/ These workshops are complimentary for ASA members. To find out about joining: https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/how-to-join/ We are looking forward to a 'face to face' workshop with Andrea dialling in at the fo...

Ep60. Communicate like a Boss with Dr Andrea Wojnicki

August 21, 2022 18:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

I chat with Dr Andrea Wojnicki, communication coach and founder of Talk About Talk. We discuss Harvard, the Olympics, leadership and of course, communication. ASA members can find out more about the workshops with Dr Wojnicki on the ASA Events page: https://asa.org.au/events/ These workshops are complimentary for ASA members. To find out about joining: https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/how-to-join/ We are looking forward to a 'face to face' workshop with Andrea dialling in at th...

Are you burnt out?

August 07, 2022 18:00 - 34 minutes - 27.3 MB

I chat with Dr Amy Imms, founder of The Burnout Project and ask are we more burnt out and what can we do about it? https://theburnoutproject.com.au/ (https://theburnoutproject.com.au/) Resources from the Wellbeing Special Interest Group can be found here: https://www.acecc.org.au/page.aspx?A=2428 (https://www.acecc.org.au/page.aspx?A=2428) Remember, if something has happened at work and you are concerned about AHPRA, please get in contact with the ASA as we may be able to support you through ...

Ep59. Are you burnt out? with Dr Amy Imms

August 07, 2022 18:00 - 34 minutes - 27.3 MB

I chat with Dr Amy Imms, founder of The Burnout Project and ask are we more burnt out and what can we do about it? https://theburnoutproject.com.au/ Resources from the Wellbeing Special Interest Group can be found here: https://www.acecc.org.au/page.aspx?A=2428 Remember, if something has happened at work and you are concerned about AHPRA, please get in contact with the ASA as we may be able to support you through the process. [email protected]

The Secret Thoughts of Presidents: Dr Caroline Corbett and the SmartBlade

July 24, 2022 18:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

In this episode I chat with Dr Caroline Corbett, President of the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) and inventor of the SmartBlade video laryngoscope. To learn more about SASA: https://www.sasaweb.com/ To learn more about the SmartBlade: https://smartblade.co.za/ The Australian Society of Anaesthetists offers scholarships for trainees to attend a scientific meeting of the Common Issues Group (CIG). The CIG is the anaesthesia societies of the US, UK, Canada, New Zealand, So...

Ep58. The Secret Thoughts of Presidents: Dr Caroline Corbett and the SmartBlade

July 24, 2022 18:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

In this episode I chat with Dr Caroline Corbett, President of the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) and inventor of the SmartBlade video laryngoscope. To learn more about SASA: https://www.sasaweb.com/ To learn more about the SmartBlade: https://smartblade.co.za/ The Australian Society of Anaesthetists offers scholarships for trainees to attend a scientific meeting of the Common Issues Group (CIG). The CIG is the anaesthesia societies of the US, UK, Canada, New Zealand...

TM6: Staying safe and lawful on collective negotiation

July 10, 2022 18:00 - 2 minutes - 5.38 MB

You may have heard of the ACCC Exemption for small businesses to collectively bargain. This exemption doesn't mean that you can act in breach of the Law. In this episode I discuss what this means, whether it is something you might consider and how the ASA can help you navigate this process. The full episode is available for ASA members via the ASA website. You will need to log in: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/ If you are not ...

Talking Money 6: Staying safe and lawful on collective negotiation

July 10, 2022 18:00 - 2 minutes - 5.38 MB

You may have heard of the ACCC Exemption for small businesses to collectively bargain. This exemption doesn't mean that you can act in breach of the Law. In this episode I discuss what this means, whether it is something you might consider and how the ASA can help you navigate this process. The full episode is available for ASA members via the ASA website. You will need to log in: https://asa.org.au/asaeducation/asa-publications-2/podcasts-for-asa-members/talking-money/ If you are not a mem...