Dr Hugh Porter

Dr. Hugh Porter, an Obstetrician based in Sydney, Australia. With a passion for empowering mothers, Hugh offers specialist care for both high and low-risk pregnancies. What sets him apart? He invites mothers to be involved in their own caesarean sections!But that's not all. As a dedicated educator, Hugh shares his expertise with medical students from Notre Dame and Macquarie University. His research has been published in renowned medical journals, solidifying his reputation as a leader in his field.Hugh's unique journey to becoming an obstetrician is fascinating. With a degree in physics, he initially worked as a civil engineer. But he's also lived a life of adventure, as ski instructor and flying trapeze artist!Today, Hugh balances his medical career with family life. He's a devoted husband to his wife who is a medical oncologist and father to two young children! We cover topics such as these and PLENTY more What are some common myth's or misconception's about pregnancy or childbirth ? What are the biggest concerns you see expressed by expecting mothers and how do you approach this ?  What's the most unusual or surprising case you've encountered in your career as an obstetrician ?What's a really impactful, memorable moment you've experienced in your career, and how did that then impact your approach to practice?How do you prioritize self-care and maintain your own physical and mental well-being around work demands?Dr Hugh Porterhttps://sydneybabies.com.au/Hey Hello Merchandisehttps://www.heyhellopodcast.com/shopHey Hello Podcast instagram https://www.instagram.com/heyhellopodcast_?igsh=cTFpaWZka2I2OWhs&utm_source=qrHey Hello Email [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.