The Check-up
Episodes
Women's health podcast series: update on medication use in pregnancy
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Medication use in younger patients is increasingly common, and often patients will be using medications such as GLP-1 receptor agonists, topical retin...
Women's health podcast series: breast cancer screening update
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of our "women’s health podcast series,” Sydney-based GP and Medical Educator Rebecca ...
Women's health podcast series: vaccinations in pregnancy
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Women's health podcast series: updates in gestational diabetes diagnosis
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Women's health podcast series: updates on cervical cancer screening
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With recent updates to the cervical screening guidelines released in April 2025, it’s essential for GPs to stay informed — not only about the new ...
Supporting youth mental health in general practice
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Genetic testing and referrals for GPs: a PRECISE approach
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Genomics in general practice: the PRECISE path forward
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Genomics in general practice: the PRECISE path forward by Podcast by Medcast
Supporting veterans’ mental health: lifestyle strategies
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A guide for GPs on supporting veterans with complex mental health challenges, using structured lifestyle interventions that promote resilience, connec...
Prescribing with care: antidepressants and mental health in older adults
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the role of antidepressants in older adults, weighing risks and benefits, deprescribing, and alternative strategies. Listen to expert insights...
Scratching the Surface: Jack Steele on Living with Eczema
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jack Steele as he discusses his experiences growing up with severe eczema. In this podcast, Jack shares insights into the challenges he faced and...
Gout in Focus: Why is it important and how do we achieve better outcomes?
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr Kate Annear as she discusses Gout with Professor Ric Day, a highly experienced rheumatologist and clinical pharmacologist. This podcast will c...
Healthy Male Podcast: Addressing disease burden
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast brought to you Healthy Male is in association with Men's Health Week, June 10 - June 16 2024. A/Prof Tim Moss discusses what is impacti...
Healthy Male Podcast: Engaging males in healthy lifestyles
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is part of the Men’s Health in Primary Care series brought to you by Healthy Male. Professor Gary Wittert discusses the impact of hea...
Navigating the Eczema Journey
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie, who has suffered from severe eczema since infancy shares his reflections on his illness journey. Together with Dr Deryn Thompson, a highly expe...
Closing the gender gap for CPR in women - International Women's Day special edition
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Closing the gender gap in CPR provision requires a multifaceted approach encompassing education, awareness, and skill-building. By addressing barriers...
Beyond Skin Deep: Unravelling the challenges of managing eczema
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr Artiene Tatian, dermatologist and Ms Melanie Funk to discuss the impact and burden of eczema on individuals and practical tips for managing pa...
Healthy Male Podcast: Testosterone - A Marker of Male Health
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is part of the Men’s Health in Primary Care series brought to you by Healthy Male. Professor Gary Wittert explores testosterone as an...
Healthy Male Podcast: PSA Testing In General Practice
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This PSA Testing In General Practice podcast is part of the Men’s Health in Primary Care series brought to you by Healthy Male. A/Prof Jeremy Grum...
Testing, Testing, 1, 2, 3 - QUPP Podcast 3: Strategies
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Testing, Testing 1, 2, 3 - Rational pathology testing in general practice series is a 3 part podcast being delivered by Medcast through the Qualit...
Testing, Testing, 1, 2, 3 - QUPP Podcast 2: Pressure to Test
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Testing, Testing 1, 2, 3 - Rational pathology testing in general practice series is a 3 part podcast being delivered by Medcast through the Qualit...
Testing, Testing, 1, 2, 3 - QUPP Podcast 1: Harms from Testing
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Testing, Testing 1, 2, 3 - Rational pathology testing in general practice series is a 3 part podcast being delivered by Medcast through the Qualit...
Physical Activity and Mental Health
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dr Alison Vickers and Prof David Jenkins discuss the role of exercise in prevention and management of mental health conditions, specif...
Physical Activity and Diabetes
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dr Alison Vickers and Prof David Jenkins discuss the role of physical activity and prevention and management of diabetes in primary ca...
Physical Activity and Osteoporosis
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dr Alison Vickers and Prof David Jenkins discuss the role of physical activity and prevention and management of osteoporosis.
Diabetes in Primary Care - Dr Justin Coleman & Prof Michael Lean
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dr Justin Coleman discusses management of diabetes in primary care with Prof Michael Lean. This podcast was recorded by Justin and Mik...
Physical Activity and Dementia
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Physical Activity and Dementia by Podcast by Medcast
Physical Activity and Cancer
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Dr Alison Vickers and Professor David Jenkins discuss the role of physical activity in preventing and reducing the impact of cancer.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Diagnosis in General Practice
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Rowan Vickers talks to Dr Alison Vickers about the diagnosis and management of Polycystic Ovaries Syndrome (PCOS) in this interesting podcast. ‘...
Lynch Syndrome
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lynch Syndrome is known as hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer and it is the most common inherited syndrome associated with colorectal cancer (...
Emergencies in General Practice: Diabetes Podcast
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dr Justin Coleman discusses the recognition and management of hypoglycaemia in a primary care setting, taken from our popular Emergenc...
Hot Topics GP Update 8 - Restless Leg Syndrome
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hot Topics GP Update 8 - Restless Leg Syndrome by Podcast by Medcast
Hot Topics GP Update 7 - Inflammatory Markers
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hot Topics GP Update 7 - Inflammatory Markers by Podcast by Medcast
Hot Topics GP Update 6 - Iliotibial Band Syndrome
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is based on a live Hot Topics webinar covering the topic of ITB syndrome in primary care. To learn more about Hot Topics workshops, webin...
Hot Topics GP Update 5 - Hypocalcaemia
29 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is based on a live Hot Topics webinar covering the topic of hypocalcaemia in primary care. To learn more about Hot Topics workshops, webi...
Hot Topics GP Update 4 - Ulcerative Colitis
18 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is based on a live Hot Topics webinar covering the topic of ulcerative colitis in primary care. To learn more about Hot Topics workshops,...
Hot Topics GP Update 3 - Diverticulitis
30 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is based on a live Hot Topics webinar covering the topic of diverticulitis in primary care. To learn more about Hot Topics workshops, web...
Hot Topics GP Update 2 - Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS)
24 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hot Topics GP Update 2 - Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) by Podcast by Medcast
Hot Topics GP Update 1 - Blepharitis
24 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hip Pain, Acute Diverticulitis and Recurrent Blepharitis: A Podcast by Medcast & NB Medical