HealthCert Insights – A Podcast for Doctors, Nurses and Healthcare Professionals

A roadmap from skin cancer GP to aesthetic practice

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Many skin cancer GPs reach a point where they begin asking bigger questions about their scope, sustainability, and long-term career direction. In this...

Beyond “general” practice: How GPs build depth across multiple areas

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What does it actually mean to be a “generalist” in 2026? In this episode of Focused Practice Conversations, practice operations expert Matt Wo...

Consent in aesthetic medicine: What actually protects you?

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In aesthetic practice, consent is rarely the issue; it is the quality of that consent that determines whether you are protected if something goes wron...

What actually builds your skin cancer diagnostic skills over time?

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most GPs see suspicious skin lesions every day. The harder part is deciding, with confidence, which ones need action, which can be monitored, and whic...

From referring to performing: The real ROI of procedural upskilling

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Many GPs regularly refer procedures out. It is efficient, familiar, and often feels like the safest option in a busy clinic. But what happens when yo...

Melanoma pathophysiology, UVA exposure and prevention

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Melanoma risk is not static. It is influenced by how Australians live, work, and expose their skin to ultraviolet radiation every day. In this webinar...

Menopause treatments in general practice: HealthCert GP Update, 2026

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo guides you through hormonal and non-hormonal treatment options for menopause in general practice — pro...

Expert tips for improving hair disorder diagnosis

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Hair and scalp concerns are increasingly common in general practice, yet diagnosing hair disorders can often feel uncertain. Many conditions appear si...

When and how to introduce aesthetic devices into your clinic

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

For many clinicians moving into aesthetic medicine, purchasing a device can feel like a major milestone. But knowing when to invest (and how to ch...

ADHD management in QLD general practice: HealthCert GP Update, 2026

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo unpacks what has changed for Queensland GPs in the management of ADHD in primary care — providing a cl...

Tutorial for deep sutures behind the knee

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Closing thin skin behind the knee can be tricky, but mastering deep sutures makes all the difference. In this episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts, A/P...

Hair loss in primary care: Training, pitfalls & transplant realities

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, NP Kelly Beasy and specialist GP Dr Raj Selvarajan continue their conversatio...

Dr Moz's path into skin cancer medicine

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most doctors don’t set out to become skin cancer clinicians, but rather arrive there after a series of unexpected turns. In this episode of Life ...

A pragmatic approach to facial closure in frail patients

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts explores a common but challenging scenario in skin cancer practice: managing a large, bleeding facial lesion...

Hair loss: Why early diagnosis & ethical care matter

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, NP Kelly Beasy is joined by specialist GP Dr Raj Selvarajan to explore hair loss ...

Mohs surgery and how it fits into everyday skin cancer practice

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mohs surgery is often described as the gold standard for skin cancer excision, but in practice it’s a precision tool, not a default option. In th...

Collagen stimulators, clinical standards, and the regulatory maze

28 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, Kelly Beasy sits down with Naomi Grayson — registered nurse, educator, and c...

GPs in skin cancer surgery: When to cut and when to refer

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Excision is routine work in primary care, but deciding who should wield the scalpel isn’t always straightforward. In this episode of Life by A Tho...

Medical and 3D nipple tattooing: Restoring confidence after cancer

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For many women, the final step in breast reconstruction after cancer is medical tattooing. In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift pod...

Local anaesthesia in skin cancer surgery: What the evidence says

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Local anaesthetic choice and dosing are such a routine part of skin cancer surgery that it’s easy to fall into habit. But with ongoing supply pressu...

Nurse-Melanographer model: Essential insights for GPs & nurses

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Managing skin cancer demand in primary care is a challenge, especially with doctor shortages in regional areas. This episode of the HealthCert Insight...

When and how to use secondary intention healing under new MBS changes

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With recent updates to the MBS now in effect as of 1 November 2025, GPs and skin cancer doctors will notice some important wording changes in the surg...

Can curettage alone be curative for skin cancer?

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In skin cancer surgery, the humble curette is a familiar tool, but how effective is curettage on its own as a definitive treatment? In this episode of...

Understanding & expanding your scope of practice in aesthetic medicine

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to practise responsibly and confidently in aesthetic medicine? In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, Kelly Be...

Managing actinic keratosis in primary care: Diagnosis to prevention

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr John O’Bryen delivers an insightful presentation for GPs on practical, evidence-based approaches to diagnosing, managing, and preventing actinic ...

Billing strategies for new MBS changes: HealthCert GP Update, 2025

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Confused by the latest MBS changes? From 1 July 2025, Medicare introduced major updates in women’s health and chronic disease management, including ...

SPF testing: What GPs should know about sunscreen controversies

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When media reports suggest that sunscreens “fail” SPF testing, GPs are often the first to field patients' concerns. In this episode of Life by a...

Where aesthetic medicine meets women’s health: A GP’s perspective

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, Kelly Beasy sits down with Dr Amanda Sabel, a GP and aesthetic practitioner fr...

Glue vs Sutures: What makes the better scar?

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts podcast, A/Prof Tony Dicker takes a closer look at a new study comparing wound closures using glue vers...

Talking surgical margins with Dr Ian Katz

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts podcast, A/Prof Tony Dicker sits down with Dr Ian Katz, a dual-trained pathologist and founder of sever...

Gestational Diabetes: HealthCert GP Update, 2025

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gestational diabetes is one of the most common and challenging complications seen in pregnancy, and new guidelines are changing how GPs should approac...

One nurse's journey from solo practitioner to aesthetics clinic owner

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, Kelly Beasy speaks to Kelly McChord about her journey from solo practice to mult...

Avoiding nerve injury in skin cancer surgery

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts podcast, A/Prof Tony Dicker explores a critical topic for doctors surgically treating skin cancers: how...

The GP's journey into vasectomy practice

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Vasectomy is one of the most effective and under-utilised forms of contraception, yet access remains limited in many parts of Australia. In this lates...

Choosing surgical marking pens in skin cancer surgery

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts, A/Prof Tony Dicker takes a closer look at surgical marking pens, exploring how the simple act of drawing ...

Rhomboid flap tutorial

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts, A/Prof Tony Dicker takes a closer look at rhomboid closures: a practical flap technique for your surgical...

The patient vasectomy journey - What GPs should know

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Dr Raj Selvarajan walks through what GPs can expect when managing a patient undergoing...

Deep dissolving sutures for wound closure

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's new episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts, A/Prof Tony Dicker explores the practical considerations of using deep dissolving sutures whe...

How to manage complications in cosmetic medicine

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tune into this first episode of a new podcast series by HealthCert Education, The Aesthetic Shift, in which Kelly Beasy provides expert tips on how t...

Insulin & Botulinum toxin for keloid scars: Surprising study reviewed

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tune into this new episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts: a HealthCert podcast series hosted by A/Prof Tony Dicker, offering practical, case-based insig...

Chaos, clues & clinical change: Conversation with Prof Cliff Rosendahl

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tune into this first episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts: a HealthCert podcast series hosted by A/Prof Tony Dicker, offering practical, case-based ins...

Primary care skin cancer screening in North America

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast offers an insightful discussion about the landscape of skin cancer care in the United States and Canada, and dives into why physicians m...

Is vasectomy worth it? Understanding ROI in general practice

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Dr Raj Selvarajan (a Specialist General Practitioner and Course Director for the HealthCert E...

Dr Terry Harvey’s journey as a skin cancer doctor

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie (CEO & Founder of HealthCert Education) discusses skin cancer medicine with Dr...

Building a prosperous skin cancer clinic

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie (CEO & Founder of HealthCert Education) talks with Skin Cancer Doctor John O'B...

GPs on the front line of mental health care

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that more than 12 per cent of GP encounters in Australia are for mental health-related presentations? In this episode of HealthCert’s G...

GP payroll tax changes explained

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie (CEO & Founder of HealthCert Education) talks with Kelly Chard (finance expert...

Medical cannabis: How it works and how to prescribe it

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the HealthCert GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie (HealthCert Education) talks about medical cannabis with Dr Joe Kosterich – expl...

Tips to incorporate cosmetic injectables into your practice

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tune into this new episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, in which Paul Elmslie (HealthCert Education) talks with Kelly Beasy (KB Aesthetix) a...

The changing landscape of payroll tax for doctors in Australia

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie (CEO & Founder of HealthCert Education) talks with Kelly Chard (finance expert...

Cosmetic injectables adverse events: vascular occlusion

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Kelly Beasy (KB Aesthetix) delves into the world of cosmetic injectables and discusses adverse events of anti-wrinkle injectio...

Filler fatigue (part 2): Impact on patient satisfaction & wellbeing

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the second part of this two-part podcast series, Kelly Beasy (KB Aesthetix) discusses filler fatigue and its impact on patients' satisfaction and e...

Filler fatigue (part 1): Navigating the overfilled face

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In part one of this two-part podcast series, Kelly Beasy (KB Aesthetix) discusses filler fatigue, focusing on how to navigate the overfilled face and ...

Important benchmarks and metrics for general practice success | Part 2

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is part two of a short podcast series on medical business management, with this part focusing on data compliance, privacy, challenges, and more. ...

Comparing neurotoxins: the 4 anti-wrinkle injectables on the market

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie (CEO & Founder of HealthCert Education) talks with Kelly Beasy about the diffe...

A guide to effective practice management | Part 1

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the first episode of a short series on HealthCert's GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie and Matt Woollard discuss: The key components of effective pr...

Important benchmarks and metrics for general practice success | Part 1

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, Paul Elmslie (CEO & Founder of HealthCert Education) talks with Chris Smeed, co-creator and...

Profhilo®: The new bio-remodelling injectable treatment

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Kelly Beasy (KB Aesthetics) talks about Profhilo®, the new injectable treatment that uses hyaluronic acid to improve the appe...

Practical tips to deliver cosmetic consultations for different ages & skin types

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Dr Helena Rosengren provides her practical advice on how to deliver a cosmetic consultation and tailor your considerations for...

Payroll tax changes for medical practices

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you prepared to navigate the upcoming changes to payroll tax for medical practices? In this latest podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO, HealthCer...

Meeting patient demand & expectations in your medical practice

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can you keep up with patient demand in your medical practice and better meet your patients’ expectations? In this latest podcast, Paul Elmslie ...

Attracting and retaining staff in your medical practice

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can you attract and retain the right staff for your medical practice? In this latest podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO, HealthCert Education an...

How to build sustainable billing in a medical practice

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Explore how to build a sustainable billing structure in a medical practice – with a focus on managing the cost of the business and taking advantage ...

Practical tips for performing lip filler treatments

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Dr Helena Rosengren provides her practical advice for performing lip filler treatments, with a focus on achieving subtle and n...

Practical tips on how to treat hair loss with Helena Rosengren

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know hair loss affects more than 50 per cent of Australian men? If you see patients with hair loss in your practice, listen to this latest pod...

Screening for skin cancer in different ages and skin types

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How does skin cancer detection vary in different age groups and among patients with different skin types? In this podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO...

Practical tips for mole removal with Dr Helena Rosengren

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you see patients seeking cosmetic mole removal in your practice? In this latest podcast, listen to Dr Helena Rosengren's practical tips for perform...

Paul Elmslie and Matt Woollard - Medicare billing changes

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you see patients with skin cancer concerns in your practice? In this podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO, HealthCert Education and National Skin C...

How to integrate thread lift treatments into your practice

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can you get started providing thread lifts in primary care? In this latest podcast, listen to Dr Helena Rosengren’s expert advice on how thread ...

Quality improvement activities for a GP practice

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO, HealthCert Education and National Skin Cancer Centres) speaks with Narelle Davidson (Area Manager at Nat...

How to use cosmeceuticals for patients’ skin health with Tania Romano

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can cosmeceuticals help to enhance your patients’ skin health when used in combination with medical skin treatments? In this latest podcast, Pro...

CPD Home explained: Changes to CPD in 2023

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

CPD accreditation is changing for doctors from 2023. In this podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO, HealthCert Education) and Prof David Wilkinson (Chi...

How to manage acne in primary care with Dr Helena Rosengren

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of HealthCert’s GP Insights podcast, we talk about acne management with Dr Helena Rosengren, an experienced Skin Cancer and Cosmetic...

How to implement a patient recall policy with Paul Elmslie and Narelle Davidson

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO, HealthCert Education and National Skin Cancer Centres) speaks with Narelle Davidson (Area Manager at Nat...

Dermal fillers in primary care with Dr Helena Rosengren

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, listen to Dr Helena Rosengren’s expert advice for delivering dermal fillers in primary care, including how to get started, w...

Introducing cosmetic injectables in your primary care clinic with Dr Helena Rosengren

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Dr Helena Rosengren provides practical advice for doctors wishing to get started in aesthetic medicine. She discusses her own ...

Imiquimod for BCC with Dr Yevgeny Filanovsky

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Prof David Wilkinson (Chief Medical Officer of National Skin Cancer Centres) speaks with Dr Yevgeny (Gene) Filanovsky (a Famil...

The future of digital imaging for skin cancer detection with Prof Peter Soyer

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Professor Peter Soyer gives a sneak peek into his presentation at the upcoming Skin & Skin Cancer Conference and Masterclasse...

Contemporary management of melanoma with Prof Michael Henderson

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Professor Michael Henderson (Professor of Surgery at the University of Melbourne) gives a sneak peek into his presentation at ...

Topical 5 fluorouracil-calcipotriol compound for actinic keratosis with Dr Yevgeny Filanovsky

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Prof David Wilkinson (Chief Medical Officer of National Skin Cancer Centres) speaks with Dr Yevgeny (Gene) Filanovsky (a Famil...

Antibiotic prophylaxis for surgical site infection

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Dr Helena Rosengren – a Skin Cancer & Aesthetic Doctor in Townsville, Queensland – gives a sneak peek into her presentatio...

Managing adverse events & improving safety in aesthetic medicine

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Elena Currie (Co-founder, Aesthetic MET) discusses the results of a recent aesthetics safety survey exploring adverse events e...

How doctors’ percentage fees affect their income

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do doctors’ percentage fees actually matter? In this latest episode of the HealthCert Education podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO, HealthCert Edu...

The Practice Manager’s impact on the clinic’s performance

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest episode of the HealthCert Education podcast, Paul Elmslie (Founder & CEO, HealthCert Education and National Skin Cancer Centres) speaks...

Importance of getting a skin check with Dr John Hall - Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you educate your patients about the importance of regular skin cancer checks? Catch this latest podcast with Prof David Wilkinson and Dr John Hall ...

Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson - Treating nail skin cancer with Professor Luc Thomas

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this podcast series, Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson! In this episode, Prof David Wilkinson (Chief Medical Officer, National ...

Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson - Diagnosing nail skin cancer with Professor Luc Thomas

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this podcast series, Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson! In this episode, Prof David Wilkinson (Chief Medical Officer, National ...

Atopic Dermatitis in 2021

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One in 10 individuals will develop eczema during their lifetime. Listen, as Dr Francis Lai presents on atopic dermatitis in 2021 to hear an update on...

Rosacea: Identification and management in primary care

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join specialist Dermatologist Dr Leona Yip as she presents on the identification, causes and treatment of Rosacea in primary care. Commonly misunderst...

Acne - Impact on quality of life & best practice management

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this presentation tailored for GPs, Dr Ryan De Cruz, Dermatologist, shares the best practices to manage to acne. Watch to hear a patient share how ...

Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson - Medicare billing and records

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this podcast series, Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson! In this episode, Prof David Wilkinson (Chief Medical Officer, National ...

Lipodissolve injections for submental fat

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Elena Currie (Co-founder, Aesthetic MET) discusses the cosmetic uses of deoxycholic acid (also known as lipodissolve injectio...

Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson - Recruitment

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this podcast series, Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson! In this episode, Prof David Wilkinson (Chief Medical Officer, National ...

Prescribing medicinal cannabis in general practice

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Dr Gull Herzberg (Founding Board Member, ANZCCP) and Dr Orit Holtzman (Co-Founder & Vice President, ANZCCP) discuss prescribi...

Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson - Total body photography

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this podcast series, Conversations with Professor David Wilkinson! In this episode, Prof David Wilkinson (Chief Medical Officer, National ...

LED light therapy for wound healing and acne with Dr Di King

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Prof David Wilkinson (Chief Medical Officer, National Skin Cancer Centres) speaks with Dr Di King (Skin Cancer & Aesthetic Medicine D...

Overfilled Syndrome with Elena Currie, Co-founder of Aesthetic MET

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Elena Currie (Co-founder, Aesthetic MET) discusses "overfilled syndrome" - a phenomenon in which patients treated with dermal ...

Medicinal Cannabis in Australia with Dr Orit Holtzman, Vice President of the Australian and New Zealand College of Cannabinoid Practitioners

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest podcast, Dr Orit Holtzman – Vice-President of the Australian & New Zealand College of Cannabinoid Practitioners (ANZCCP) – explores...

Managing poor staff performance with Mark Lindley

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle with poor staff performance in your medical practice? This latest podcast looks at intervention strategies for managing poor performan...

Daylight photodynamic therapy as a front-line treatment for actinic keratosis

04 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Prof David Wilkinson (Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Macquarie University) speaks with Dr Francis Tan – a dedicated Skin Cancer Doctor w...