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Cardiovascular disease remains one of Australia’s leading causes of death — and general practice sits at the heart of prevention, early detection and timely escalation.In this Heart Week episode of sMater, host Jillian Whiting and GP specialist Dr Maria Boulton are joined by Dr Nick Aroney, interventional and structural cardiologist at Mater, to unpack what frontline clinicians need to know right now.Together they explore:How much heart disease is truly preventableWhen CT coronary calcium scoring can change managementNavigating statins, soft plaque and patient resistanceRecognising atypical presentations, particularly in womenWhen symptoms should trigger urgent escalationThe quiet progression of valvular heart disease — and why auscultation still mattersHow advances like TAVI, AF ablation and heart–brain teams are reshaping outcomesThis is a practical, evidence‑informed conversation designed to support everyday decision‑making in general practice — when to reassure, when to escalate, and how evolving cardiology care can change lives.sMater is a podcast by clinicians, for clinicians, brought to you by Mater.To learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

What’s really driving Australia’s worst flu seasons—and what can clinicians do now?As Queensland heads into flu season, Professor Paul Griffin returns to sMater to unpack what’s new in influenza prevention and protection. From updated vaccines targeting subclade K, to FluMist—the new needle‑free nasal spray vaccine for children—this episode covers what clinicians need to know right now.You’ll also hear practical insights on:Why flu is no longer just a winter illnessThe real world impact of vaccination on severity and hospitalisationAntivirals: who they’re for and why timing mattersRSV and COVID updates for 2026, including new funded vaccines.A must‑listen for GPs, pharmacists and healthcare professionals preparing for a challenging respiratory virus season.🎧 sMater is brought to you by Mater, an Australian leader in healthcare for more than a century.🎙️ Hosted by Jillian Whiting and Dr Maria Boulton 🎤 Guest: Professor Paul Griffin, Director of Infectious Diseases, MaterGP Education activity log:Podcast title: sMater: Influenza 2026Provider: Mater Misericordiae LtdDate published: 30 April 2026Certificate of completion: https://www.mater.org.au/getmedia/efdfa97a-efec-44e0-b96e-9d8dfcb6e677/sMater-Certificate-of-Participation-Professor-Paul-Griffin-Influenza.pdfTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Gallbladder disease is one of the most common reasons for abdominal pain presentations in general practice — but managing gallstones, gallbladder polyps and incidental findings isn’t always straightforward.In this episode of sMater, a podcast by clinicians for clinicians, hosts Jillian Whiting and Dr Maria Boulton are joined by Mater Hepatobiliary Surgeon Dr Harsheet Sethi to unpack the latest evidence, myths and practical guidance on gallbladder disease.Together, they explore:How common gallstones are in Australia and who is most at riskTypical and atypical presentations of biliary colicHow to interpret incidental gallbladder findings on ultrasoundWhen to worry about gallbladder polyps, porcelain gallbladder and cancer riskSurveillance vs referral: what GPs should do and whenThe impact of weight loss, pregnancy and GLP‑1 medications on gallstonesBest‑practice timing for cholecystectomy and management of waiting‑list patientsPost‑cholecystectomy myths, complications and ongoing symptomsThis episode provides clear, practical takeaways for GPs and clinicians, helping cut through uncertainty, reduce unnecessary referrals, and support confident, evidence‑based decision‑making in everyday practice.🎧 sMater is brought to you by Mater, an Australian leader in healthcare for more than a century.GP Education activity log:Podcast title: sMater: Gallbladder diseaseProvider: Mater Misericordiae LtdDate published: 31 March 2026Certificate of completion: sMater Certificate of CompletionTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

On the latest episode of sMater, we explore the complex and often misunderstood journey of ovarian cancer through the powerful story of patient Margaret Gooch — and the expertise of Mater Gynaecological Oncologist Dr Nim Cabraal.Margaret shares her deeply personal diagnosis journey, from vague abdominal symptoms and a winding path to answers, through surgery, chemotherapy, HIPEC, and life-changing targeted therapy. Dr Cabraal unpacks the clinical decision-making behind ovarian cancer treatment — including when to refer to a gynaecological oncologist, the value of genetic and tumour testing, and how HIPEC is used to improve survival for women with advanced disease.Together, they discuss the red flags clinicians should watch for, the essential role of exercise and wellness during treatment, and the cutting-edge research underway at Mater and the Queensland Centre for Gynaecological Cancer Research.GP Education activity log:Podcast title: sMater: Ovarian Cancer Patient StoryProvider: Mater Misericordiae LtdDate published: 25 February 2025Certificate of completion: https://www.mater.org.au/getmedia/7f414cd9-4fd6-4c3e-ac8c-80112e7d16fe/sMater-Certificate-of-Participation-Ovarian-Cancer-Care.pdfTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this episode of sMater, we explore endometriosis and the innovative role Botox can play in managing chronic pain.Mater Private Hospital Brisbane Gynaecologist Dr Albert Jung shares his expertise on why endometriosis rates are rising, conventional treatment options, and how pelvic floor Botox injections are helping patients with refractory pain. He also explains the science behind Botox therapy, its effectiveness, potential side effects, and why a multidisciplinary approach is key to long-term success.GP Education activity log: - Podcast title - sMater: Endometriosis and the innovative role Botox can play- Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd - Date published – 10 December 2025- Certificate of completion - https://www.mater.org.au/getmedia/389420ee-913a-4ecd-bc12-7a321b66a692/sMater-Certificate-of-Participation-Endometriosis-and-botox.pdfTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this episode of sMater, Orthopaedic Surgeon A/Prof Mike Reid explores the rise of knee injuries in sport—especially among women and weekend warriors. From ACL reconstructions to meniscus preservation, A/Prof Reid shares expert insights on diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and the future of orthopedic surgery including robotics and meniscal transplants.GP Education activity log: - Podcast title - sMater: Knee injuries in sport- Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd - Date published – 24 October 2025- Certificate of completion - https://www.mater.org.au/getmedia/343ed4bd-c064-4ff4-8862-fa7672ee1d32/sMater-Certificate-of-Participation-Knee-injuries-in-sport.pdfTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this episode of sMater, patient Clemence Thompson shares her personal journey through breast cancer care at Mater, offering insights from diagnosis to recovery.Clem reflects on the care, compassion, and clinical excellence that shaped her experience — reminding us of the human impact behind every treatment plan.Whether you're a medical practitioner, nurse, allied health professional, or student, this episode offers a unique perspective on patient-centred care during the cancer journey.GP Education activity log: - Podcast title - sMater: A Patient's Breast Cancer Journey- Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd - Date published – 17 October 2025- Certificate of completion - https://www.mater.org.au/getmedia/ceab4c88-d674-44ce-a949-9d48f0f31d32/sMater-Certificate-of-Participation-A-Patient-s-Breast-Cancer-Journey.pdf#sMater #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #Mater #Oncology #PatientExperience #MedicalCommunity #HealthcareLeadershipTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

This week, we have a new episode of sMater featuring Dr Cathy Franklin and Dr James McAuliffe from the Queensland Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability and Autism Health. The episode explores the complexities of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across the lifespan and highlights Mater’s newly established Centre of Excellence, an integrated clinical and research hub that supports patients across Queensland, trains the mental health workforce, and drives innovation in autism care.GP Education activity log: - Podcast title - sMater: Autism Spectrum Disorder- Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd - Date published – 8 September 2025- Certificate of completion - https://www.mater.org.au/getmedia/4b426229-08c6-4d2d-900e-5b7a7daabf1c/sMater-Certificate-of-Participation-Autism-Spectrum-Disorder.pdfTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this episode of sMater, Professor Aileen McGonigal, from Mater’s Epilepsy Unit, discusses the groundbreaking Australian Epilepsy Project—set to be the world’s largest epilepsy study. Discover how cutting-edge imaging, genetics, and AI are transforming diagnosis and treatment, and why GPs and clinicians across Australia should tune in.To learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this episode of sMater, Mater Neurosurgeon Dr Martin Wood discusses robotic-assisted spine surgery and how it is transforming outcomes by enabling minimally invasive procedures and improving surgical precision.He highlights what GPs should look for when referring patients and how this technology is expanding access and reshaping care for patients across Queensland.#smater #mater #neurosurgery #neurosurgeon To learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this week's episode of sMater, psychiatrist Dr James McAuliffe unpacks the evolving landscape of ADHD—from childhood to adulthood—and the growing role of GPs in diagnosis and care.Tune in for practical insights and strategies to better support our patients.GP Education activity log: - Podcast title - sMater: ADHD diagnosis and care- Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd - Date published – 14 July 2025- Certificate of completion - Download here#mater #smater #adhd #adhdawareness #neurodiversityTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

As part of Refugee Week, Clinical Director of Mater Refugee Complex Care Clinic Dr Rebecca Farley joins sMater to delve into the complex nature of refugee health, from how to treat new arrivals to the importance of creating a safe and trusted space for patients and their families. GP Education activity log:  - Podcast title - sMater: Refugee health- Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd  - Date published – 13 June 2025- Certificate of completion: Download here Recommended resources for further reading:https://refugeehealthguide.org.au/https://www.refugeehealthnetworkqld.org.au/https://www.mater.org.au/health/services/refugee-health#refugeehealth #refugeeweek #smater #materTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Australia has one of the highest rates of bowel cancer in the world, with approximately 280 new diagnoses each week. This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, Mater Private Hospital Redland gastroenterologist Dr Nadia Maqboul joins sMater to talk about the prevalence, latest research on risk factors, as well as the importance of the Bowel Cancer Screening Program. GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Bowel Cancer AwarenessProvider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd  Date published – 6 June 2025Certificate of completion: Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

This week on sMater, Mater Director of Infectious Diseases Prof Paul Griffin joins us to talk about RSV, COVID and influenza.He shares invaluable insights on vaccination rates, evolving virus strains and what the future holds. GP Education activity log:  - Podcast title - sMater: RSV, long COVID and influenza- Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd  - Date published – 30 May 2025Certificate of completion: Download here#healtheducation #healthcare #covid #RSV #influenza #vaccination #smater #materTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/To learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Women's health is now a "national priority". There is now a clear focus on improving access to menopause therapies, contraceptives and endometriosis and pelvic pain support.  This week on sMater, Mater Gynaecologist Dr Melanie Allan discusses the initiatives announced by @albomp and @jim_chalmers_mp, how it supports medical professionals, and the difference it will make to the lives of women across the country.  GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Menopause MeasuresProvider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd  Date published – April 4, 2025  Certificate of completion - Download here#womenshealth #healtheducation #healthcare #menopause #smater #materTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

The final episode in the three-part maternal fetal medicine series with Dr Glenn Gardener looks to the next frontier of complicated pregnancy treatments.The Director of the Mater Centre for Maternal Fetal Medicine delves into emerging treatments for pregnant women with Rhesus disease, and the role of advanced technologies in driving non-invasive procedures in the future.To find out more about Mater's specialists and services, visit mater.org.auGP Education activity log:Podcast title - sMater: In-utero treatmentsProvider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd Date published - March 7, 2025Certificate of completion - Download here____00:00 - Introduction01:30 - Rhesus disease11:05 - Questions from GPs14:15 - The Check Up----#pregnancyhealth #healtheducation #smater #materTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

This episode of the three-part mini-series with Dr Glenn Gardener delves into the success of in-utero spina bifida surgery at Mater's Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit.Dr Gardener successfully performed Australia's first in-utero surgery to correct a developing baby's spinal cord at Mater in 2016.Since then, more than 200 similar surgeries have been performed, reducing the risk of nerve damage and lifetime mobility restrictions.Mater's Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit remains the only site in Australia and New Zealand to provide the complex surgery.GP Education activity log:Podcast title - sMater: Spina BifidaProvider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd Date published - February 21, 2025Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

The first of a three-part series featuring maternal fetal medicine specialist, Dr Glenn Gardener, this episode explores diagnosis and treatment of Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome.TTTS affects identical twins who share a placenta and carries a high risk of fetal death if left untreated.Dr Gardener, Director of the Mater Centre for Maternal Fetal Medicine, discusses diagnosis, treatments and patient outcomes, as well as the role of GPs in providing shared care of mothers.GP Education activity log:Podcast title - sMater: Twin to Twin Transfusion SyndromeProvider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd Date published - February 7, 2025Certificate of completion - Download here____00:00 - Introduction01:35 - Diagnosis of TTTS3:30 - Dangers of TTTS06:08 - Treatment of TTTS09:20 - Questions from GPs14:43 - The future of TTTS15:40 - The Check Up____#TTTS #twinpregnancy #pregnancyhealth #healtheducation #smater #materTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

On this episode of sMater, we discuss obesity in pregnancy with Dr Jinwen He, an obstetric medicine fellow at Mater Mothers’ Hospital.Jin provides advice on treating pregnant patients who are overweight or obese, and explores the increased risks during conception, pregnancy and the post-partum period for women with high BMIs. She also delves into the impacts of bariatric surgery on women who are trying to conceive as well as the risks associated with Ozempic and other weight loss remedies.Resources: Guideline: Obesity and pregnancy (including post bariatric surgery)GP Education activity log: Podcast title - sMater: Obesity in Pregnancy Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd Date published - December 13, 2024 Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this episode of sMater, we speak with Mater Hospital Brisbane obstetric medicine fellow Dr Jolene Ng about asthma during pregnancy.With Australia having one of the highest rates of asthma in the world, Jolene explains the impact of this condition on mum and baby during pregnancy and the importance of managing symptoms.Note - May 2025: Dr Jolene Ng has relocated to Sydney and is no longer consulting at Mater Private Hospital Brisbane. References: Asthma in Pregnancy Toolkit - Asthma in Pregnancy ToolkitGP Education activity log: Podcast title - sMater: Asthma in Pregnancy Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd Date published - November 29, 2024 Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

One in every five Queensland mothers experience perinatal mental health challenges in the first year after their baby's arrival. In this episode of sMater, Dr Majella Henry delves into the factors that increase the risk of perinatal anxiety and depression and discusses new tools for diagnosing patients.References: Trends of perinatal mental health referrals and psychiatric admissions in Queensland - Macarena A San Martin Porter, Joemer Maravilla, Steve Kisely, Kim S Betts, Caroline Salom, Rosa Alati, 2023GP Education activity log: Podcast title - sMater: Perinatal anxiety & depression Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd  Date published - November 18, 2024 Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Obstetric Physician and Nephrologist Dr Vishwas Raghunath has a wealth of experience in managing complex medical conditions in high-risk pregnancies.In this episode of sMater, Vish discusses hypertension, the most common medical problem encountered in pregnancy.From screening to management and preventative strategies, GPs can hear a range of approaches to ensuring mum and baby remain safe, from conception all the way through the post-partum period.GP Education activity log:Podcast title - sMater: Hypertension in PregnancyProvider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd Date published - November 01, 204Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this week's episode, Mater Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Georgia Heathcote takes a deep dive into trauma informed care, and the impact of a trauma response on physiological and mental health.Dr Heathcote is passionate about the establishment of universal precautions for trauma, and discusses the value of sympathetic nervous system therapy.GP Education activity log: Podcast title - sMater: Trauma Informed Care Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd  Date published - October 11, 2024 Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

On this episode of sMater, Dr Caroline Wilson discusses Venus Thromboembolism (VTE), which continues to be a leading cause of maternal death.As an obstetric physician and haematologist at Mater Hospital Brisbane, Caroline discusses risk factors, symptoms and treatment options for VTE during pregnancy.For more information on the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guideline, visit: gtg-37a.pdf (rcog.org.uk)GP Education activity log: Podcast title - sMater: VTE in Pregnancy Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd  Date published - September 13, 2024 Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

On this episode of sMater, Brisbane Infectious Diseases and Obstetric Medicine Physician Dr Jill Parkes-Smith warns the medical community of the rise in syphilis cases and the impacts of the disease on pregnant women and babies.Reported cases of syphilis in Queensland have increased nine-fold over the past two decades resulting in the death or stillbirth of 17 babies. (Syphilis outbreak in Queensland | Queensland Health).Jill explains the risks of fetal infection in untreated pregnant mothers, and screening and treatment regimes for GPs. GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Syphilis in Pregnancy  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - August 30, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

In this episode of sMater,  Mater Obstetric Medicine Specialist Dr Jo Laurie explains the impact of thyroid disease on mother and baby during pregnancy.Jo is Director of Obstetric Medicine at Mater Mothers' Hospital and offers practical advice for GPs on managing thyroid conditions in pregnant women' through GP Shared Maternity Care.A detailed guideline on thyroid management in pregnancy with referral pathways can be found at Mater Online.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Thyroid disease in pregnancy  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - August 17, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

This new series of sMater focuses on GP Shared Maternity Care, and  is led by General Practitioner Dr Maggie Robin who coordinates Mater's GP Shared Care education program.Maggie discusses the value of GP shared care, how GPs can be accredited and the benefit of collaboration with specialists to achieve optimal outcomes for mothers and babies.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: GP Shared Maternity Care  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - August 02, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereFor more on the GP Shared Care Program, visit https://www.materonline.org.au/whats-on/gp-maternity-shared-care-alignmentTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

This week on sMater, Mater Clinical Psychologist Arwyn Warner speaks about life after cancer treatment.She explains that the emotional recovery can often come as a shock and that - like treatment - can be different for each person.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Women's Health: Psycho-oncology  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - April 19, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download here#smater #mater #oncology #psychology #psycho-oncology #cancertreatment #cancersurvivorshipTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Australia is on a mission to eliminate cervical cancer by 2035 and could become the first country in the world to actively achieve this goal.Listen to Mater Senior Medical Oncologist Dr Catherine Shannon elaborate on how we're ahead of the curve, this week on sMater.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - Women's Health: Cervical Cancer  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - March 28, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download here#smater #mater #oncology #cervicalcancer #cervicalcancerawareness #cervicalcancerscreeningTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Did you know endometrial cancer is the most common type of gynaecological cancer in Australia, with more than 3,000 Australian women diagnosed with the cancer each year?This week on sMater, Mater Gynaecological Oncologist Dr Nim Cabraal talks about the rising incidence rate, the risk factors, signs and symptoms, and the treatment options available.Tune into sMater to learn more.[1] The Rise of Endometrial Cancer - ANZGOGGP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Women's Health: Ovarian Cancer  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - March 26, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Around 1,000 women aged under 40 are diagnosed with breast cancer each year in Australia.And as Mater Medical Oncologist Dr Rebecca Moor explains, they have unique challenges other patients may not face.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Women's Health: Breast cancer  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - March 22, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download here#mater #breastcancer #oncology #healthTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Deciding what treatment path a breast cancer patient should follow can be complex and depends on so many different elements, from the stage of cancer right through to the patient's values. This week on sMater, Mater Breast and Endocrine Surgeon Dr Emma Clarkson unpacks the process she uses to work with a patient to decide on the best course of action for them, and why working with the patient can lead to better outcomes. GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Women's Health: Breast Cancer  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - March 15, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download here#mater #breastcancer #oncology #breastsurgery #healthTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

This week on sMater, we're continuing the conversation around women's health, with a specific focus on breast cancer. Tune in to hear Mater Private Hospital Brisbane's Director of Medical Services Professor Chris Pyke talk about early breast cancer, including the developments that have improved detection and how he sees that continuing to advance in the future.   GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Women's Health: Breast Cancer  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - March 09, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Mater Research Senior Research Fellow Professor John Hooper is on a mission to change the game when it comes to ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment.He's edging closer to launching a clinical trial, which has been more than 20 years in the making.Tune into this week's episode of sMater to learn more. GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Women's Health: Ovarian Cancer Research  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - February 26, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

This week on sMater, Gynaecological Oncologist Dr Nisha Jagasia explains how Mater is using hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) to treat tumours, and how the HyNOVA study - which looks at the treatment's efficacy based on the temperature of the chemotherapy drug - is progressing. GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Womens Health: Ovarian Cancer  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - February 16, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Mater is home to Queensland's only biobank program using live collections of gynaecological tissue samples to improve treatments of aggressive cancers.Keen to learn how it works?Senior Specialist Anatomical Pathologist Dr Rohan Lourie gives us a sneak peek in this week's sMater episode.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Women's Health: Pathology  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - February 02, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

For the final episode in sMater's special series on preterm births, we take a look at a preterm birth through a mother's eyes.Sophie Ballinger's fourth child, Xanthe, was unexpectedly born at 25 weeks gestation at Mater Mothers' Hospital.Sophie is now sharing her story to help other expectant mums, as well as clinicians, understand what it can be like.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Preterm Births: Through a mother's eyes  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - January 10, 2024  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Did you know 1 in 10 babies are born preterm, or before 37 weeks gestation?That's around 26,000 each year.Mater is part of breakthrough national collaborative working to safely reduce the rate of preterm and early term births across Australia.Mater's Assistant Director of Clinical Services, Ambulatory and Birthing, Kathleen Goldsmith, joins us on sMater to share more about what's being done and why.GP Education activity log: Podcast title - sMater: Preterm Births: National Preterm Birth Prevention Collaborative Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd  Date published - January 05, 2024 Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Babies born at 24 weeks of pregnancy or earlier are extremely preterm.When babies are born this early, their heart, lungs, brain and other organs haven't fully developed.Mater's Deputy Director of Neonatology, Dr Luke Jardine, joins us on sMater to explain more about the intricacies of caring for an extremely premature baby, and share his insights from inside Mater Mothers’ Hospitals’ Neonatal Critical Care Unit.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Preterm Births: Handling extreme prematurity  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - December 22, 2023  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Meet Mater's Director of Neonatology, Dr Pita Birch.On this week's episode of sMater, he talks about how to care for a preterm baby, from the specialised wrap babies are cloaked in, to the benefits of delayed cord clamping.Tune in to find out more.GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Preterm Births: Caring for a premature baby  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - December 16, 2023  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

This week on sMater Dr Emma Paterson, Deputy Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Mater Mothers' Hospitals, shares her insights into preparing for a preterm birth. From corticosteroids to communication, and tocolysis to counselling, it's an in-depth discussion into what clinicians should consider and how patients can be made more comfortable.  GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Preterm Births: Preparing for a preterm birth  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - December 08, 2023  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

A cervical cerclage is one of the key strategies used in reducing the risk of preterm birth in women at high-risk of preterm birth. Dr Adam Bush, Senior Staff Specialist, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Mater Mothers’ Hospital, unpacks the procedure, discussing when a cerclage should be performed, the best way to manage risks and the importance of communication between clinicians. GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Preterm Births: Cervical Cerclage  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - December 01, 2023  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Welcome back for episode two of sMater, where Dr Sarah Janssens, Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Mater Mothers' Hospitals, delves into the role of progesterone in preterm births. How does it work? Who does it benefit? How effective is it really? And are there any long-term risks for mother or baby?Tune in to find out. GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Preterm Births: Progesterone  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - November 24, 2023  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Introducing you to sMater, a podcast ‘by clinicians for clinicians’, brought to you by Mater, one of Australia’s leading healthcare providers.Season one focuses on mothers, babies and women’s health, featuring world-class Mater obstetricians, neonatologists, midwives and other clinicians on the important topic of pre-term birth prevention. In episode one, we're joined by Dr Huda Safa, Senior Staff Specialist, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Mater Mothers’ Hospital, who shares her invaluable insights into the women at increased risk of preterm birth and how to recognise the warning signs. GP Education activity log:  Podcast title - sMater: Preterm Births: Recognising the Risks  Provider - Mater Misericordiae Ltd   Date published - November 17, 2023  Learning hours - 20 minutes  Certificate of completion - Download hereTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/

Introducing sMater, a learning community 'by clinicians for clinicians' brought to you by Mater, one of Australia's leading healthcare providers. To learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/