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Medical Flyways
by Srishti Dutta
On Medical FlyWays we unravel the untold stories of these extraordinary doctors, delving into their experiences of navigating the complexities of migration, visa processes, and settling into a new medical culture. In series 1 we focus on migrant doctors who have come to Australia from all around the world, from ethnically, culturally, and racially diverse backgrounds.
Episodes
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Episode 26 - Medical Registration & Migration experts
Thinking about moving your medical career to Australia? In this episode of Medical Flyways, host Dr Srishti Dutta talks to two of the people who can help make it happen: Alex Graham, Registered Migration Agent, and Elinor Faulkner, Medical Registration Specialist, both from Wavelength. Between...
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Episode 25 - Dr Ceri Cashell
In this episode of Medical Flyways, GP Dr Ceri Cashwell shares her journey from the UK and Northern Ireland to building a rewarding career in Australia. Ceri reflects on what it took to relocate with her family, how she found the right role, and why working as a GP in Australia has allowed her to...
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Episode 24 - More than Medicine: Dr Halimah Perez-Torres
Born and raised in Melbourne, it took GP and musician Dr Halimah Perez-Torres a journey to Spain (where she met her husband) and back to settle on a career in medicine. Nowadays, Dr Perez-Torres balances a demanding general practice career with family and her passion for music, including writing...
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Episode 23 - More than Medicine: Dr Ahmed Kazmi
Dr Ahmed Kazmi is a specialist dermatologist working in private practice in Melbourne. He trained in the UK at prestigious centres including the Royal London Hospital. Dr Kazmi manages all aspects of adult and general paediatric dermatology. He enjoys practicing holistically and being...
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Episode 22 - More than Medicine: Dr Satbir Aulakh
A GP with special interests in anti-ageing, aesthetic and metabolic medicine, Dr Satbir Aulakh balances a high-demand medical career with writing and producing his own music in his native Punjabi language. Based in Darwin, Dr Aulakh's music has achieved millions of views on YouTube, and he's...
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Episode 21 - Dr Carmen Brown
Dr Carmen Brown is a board-certified obstetrician/gynaecologist with qualifications in Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. After completing her medical training in the U.S. in 2004, Dr Brown gained extensive experience working with prominent private practices before relocating…
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Episode 20 - More than Medicine: Dr Arya Shahrdami
Dr Arya Sharhdami learned English from scratch to help facilitate a move from Iran to Australia. Drawn to Tasmania for the breathtaking photography opportunities, he now lives with his family in Launceston and balances his career as a GP with his love for photography.
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Episode 19 - Dr Nelum Dharmapriya
When opportunity knocked, Dr Neelam Dharmapriya chose sunshine, community, and a bold new chapter in her medical career. In the this episode of Season 2, hear how she built a values-driven clinic in Brisbane, embraced metabolic health after her own diagnosis, and is now empowering patients to…
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Episode 18 - More than Medicine: Dr Humera Aaqib
From Pakistan to Perth: Dr Humera Aaqib shares her story of moving to Australia, landing a job as a GP, and pursuing her passion for photography. Dr Humera Aaqib’s journey from Pakistan to Australia is one of challenge and change. In this latest episode of Medical Flyways miniseries, More than...
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Episode 17 - Dr Ushma Narsai
Dr Ushma Narsai is a highly experienced General Practitioner with over two decades in the field, having practiced in both South Africa and Australia. Holding qualifications including MBBCh and FRACGP, she is also a Senior Medical Adviser at Avant and a valued GP in Sydney. Dr Narsai has a strong...
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Episode 16 - More than Medicine Miniseries - Dr Janaka Pieris
Dr Janaka Peiris is a GP with over 30 years of clinical experience in general practice, occupational medicine, and medical assistance. Born in Kandy, Sri Lanka, Dr Peiris grew up in London and moved to Brisbane in 2010. Beyond his medical career, under the pseudonym Janaka Malwatta, he is a…
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Miniseries: More than Medicine
In this special miniseries we celebrate internationally trained doctors who are making an impact in Australia in the arts. Meet inspiring doctors who find creative outlets, community and success in poetry, comedy, music and photography - and more! First episode launching late May 2025.
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Episode 15 - Dr Tanya Unni
Beginning her medical career as a General Practitioner in 1997, Dr Tanya Unni trained as a General Practitioner in the UK at one of the most prestigious institutions in London. A Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners in the UK and a Fellow of Royal Australian College of General...
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Episode 14 - Dr Vasuki Annamalai
Dr Vasuki Annamalai was born in Jaffna, Sri Lanka and is of Tamil descent, with a rich family background in advocacy and education. Fluent in Tamil and English, she graduated from the National University of Ireland (Royal College of Surgeons) in 2004. Her extensive medical journey spans…
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Episode 13 - Dr Srishti Dutta
On this special bonus episode of Medical Flyways, Dr Srishti Dutta swaps seats for a candid chat with Lizzie New, Senior Brand & Marketing Manager at Wavelength International. In honour of International Women's Day, the conversation ranges from Dr Srishti's journey from India to Australia via the...
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Episode 12 - Dr Ziad Basyouny
Dr Ziad Basyouny is not only an accomplished GP who owns multiple GP practices, he will soon be running as an Independent for the Western Sydney seat of Watson in this years federal election. When arriving in Australia, Dr Basyouny worked as a computer salesperson and a cleaner at McDonald's for...
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Episode 11 - Dr Rajiv Rattan
On this episode of Medical FlyWays, Dr Srishti Dutta reminisces with Radiologist Dr Rajiv Rattan. Dr Rattan trained at University College of Medical Sciences in Delhi, India and received his Radiology training from the University of Rajasthan, India. Dr Rattan talks about entering the medical...
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Episode 10 - Dr Rhea Liang
Dr Srishti Dutta catches up with Gold Coast general and breast surgeon Dr Rhea Liang. Having completed her primary medical degree in New Zealand, she is also the clinical Sub Dean at Bond University. A daughter to a Hong Kong migrant doctor herself, Dr Liang would inevitably follow her father's...
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Episode 9 - Dr Ashwita Vanga
On this episode of FlyWays Dr Srishti Dutta speaks to Dr Ashwita Vanga, a trainee obstetrics and gynaecology doctor currently working at Toowoomba Base Hospital in Queensland. Despite only graduating 2016 from the Lady Hardinge Medical College in India, she has already been involved with a number...
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Episode 8 - Dr Leslie Gan
On this episode of the Medical FlyWays podcast, Dr Srishti Dutta is joined by rehab clinician Dr Leslie Gan. Hailing from Malaysia, Dr Gan followed in her parent’s footsteps by completing her tertiary education in Perth before eventually settling in Queensland. Tune in to hear more about her...
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Episode 7 - Dr Nisha Knot
Dr Nisha Knot is a consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in Melbourne. In addition to her consultancy roles, she is also the Vice President of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists RANZCOG and holds a number of governance positions within the college...
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Episode 6 - Dr Ritu Rana
Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist Dr Ritu Rana completed initial medical training in India before obtaining O&G training in the UK. With special interests in advanced laparoscopic surgery and fertility, Dr Rana currently runs a successful clinic in Mackay. in 2023, Dr Rana...
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Episode 5: Dr Jenny Huang
Born in Taiwan before moving to New Zealand at age 9, Dr Jenny Huang left NZ at 19 and completed medical training in the UK. She decided upon a career in general practice after enjoying learning a range of different specialties. Now settled in regional Victoria, Dr Huang leads a variety of...
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Episode 4: Dr Madhu Tamilarasan
Dr Madhu Tamilarasan is UK-trained GP of Indian descent, who has found her home in rural Australia. Speciliasing in sports medicine, former athlete Dr Madhu is a highly experienced GP supervisor, having mentored many students and registrars in their journey to RACGP fellowship. In this…
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Episode 3: Dr Lynda-Rose Chapeyama
Dr Srishti catches up with Dr Lynda-Rose Chapeyama, Zimbabwe-born GP psychotherapist, medical educator and sexual health advocate, who moved to Australia at 18 and completed a medical degree at the University of Newcastle. Now based in Naarm/Melbourne, Dr Lynda is passionate about medical...
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Episode 2: Dr Talat Uppal
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Talat Uppal joins Dr Srishti to share her experience as an internationally trained doctor, from growing up in Africa to running an integrated women's health clinic in northern Sydney. Dr Talat shares her frustrations and hopes around supporting international...
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Episode 1: Dr Farnoush Nia
In our first episode, Dr Srishti Dutta speaks to Dr Farnoush Nia, Iranian-trained GP and GP supervisor, brings her eight years of experience working in Tehran to Melbourne, where she focuses on women’s and children’s health. Alongside her clinical work, she writes about her experiences and…
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Introduction to Medical FlyWays
Medical Flyways is created and hosted by Dr Srishti Dutta, Practising GP, Board Chair of General Practice Supervision Australia, RACGP Queensland Faculty Council Representative, GP Course Facilitator at Black Dog Institute and GP Liaison Officer for Metro North Health in Brisbane. Stay tuned as…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
On Medical FlyWays we unravel the untold stories of these extraordinary doctors, delving into their experiences of navigating the complexities of migration, visa processes, and settling into a new medical culture. In series 1 we focus on migrant doctors who have come to Australia from all around the world, from ethnically, culturally, and racially diverse backgrounds.
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Srishti Dutta
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On Medical FlyWays we unravel the untold stories of these extraordinary doctors, delving into their experiences of navigating the complexities of migration, visa processes, and settling into a new medical culture. In series 1 we focus on migrant doctors who have come to Australia from all around...
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