ACRRM Life Hacks

Rural responders - from the front line.

Dr Emily Moody speaks with Dr Tim Leeuwenburg, a career rural generalist and FACRRM who works on the remote Kangaroo Island in South Australia.
In this podcast, Tim shares stories from his career. He emphasises the importance of being prepared as a rural generalist for the multitude of situations in which they will encounter. Tim also speaks about vulnerability, being connected with a support network and understanding how to support others.
Discussed in this podcast:
Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) - ACRRM
Sandpiper Australia – Supporting Pre-Hospital Care in Rural Australia

Let’s Talk About Sex: How to Make the ‘Uncomfortable’ Topics Easier

Have you ever struggled to talk easily about sexual health with your patients? In this episode, Dr Emily Moody speaks to Dr Matt Ruhl about his career as a rural generalist with an impressive career in sexual and mental health care. He shares his experience about things you can do to help patients feel comfortable enough to open up and share their concerns. We also talk about the burgeoning rates of certain STIs, and how doctors can boost screening rates by ‘value-adding’ when patients come in for other tests. Listen into this episode for some excellent practical tips and general principles for sexual health consultations.

Neurodivergent children and primary care - experience from practice.

In the second part of our interview with Dr James Best, Emily and James talk about practical ways to engage neurodivergent children and their carers in a primary care environment. James offers suggestions on how to make a safe space and how to engage with the children in a respectful and non-threatening way.
James and Emily also discuss a variety of current issues in raising children, such a screen-time, prescription of drugs and behaviour management.

Care for neurodivergent children and their families.

In this first part of our 2-part discussion with Dr James Best, we will discuss the important role a primary care clinician has when treating neurodivergent children. James explains the importance of having a holistic view of the family and the child’s environment. A partnership with the child’s parents or carer/s is an important part of treating the child – this needs to be managed with care and empathy. 
References: 
Autism:
Raising children network Raising Children Network
Autism Awareness Australia - Empowering autism families
Books on Autism Spectrum Disorder | Autism Awareness Australia
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Diagnosis Australia | Autismwhatnext
ADHD:
Home - ADHD Australia
Homepage - Circle of Security International
Circle of Security (CoS) | Australian Institute of Family Studies (aifs.gov.au)

Consultation pearls

Join Dr Emily Moody as she talks with Dr Angela Stratton and Dr Lisa White about consultation skills and dealing with difficult situations. They will share their experiences as rural generalists and provide insights into how you can improve your own practice.
The conversation will cover topics such as difficult consultations, consultation styles, communication, and patient centered care. 

My life, my body - rural and remote health from a consumers point of view - Part 2

In the second part of this podcast, Dr Emily Moody interviews Carolyn Becker and Deb Robins, who have extensive experience as advocates and consumers of health services in rural and remote Australia. Carolyn and Deb share personal stories of rural generalists that have made a difference in their lives. They offer insights into how doctors can become patient centred in their care and tips on how to become a part of community.
Deb and Carly mention several organisations in the interview. Links to these can be found here:
Save Our Sons Duchenne Foundation: SOS
Are You Bogged Mate?
Supporting Aussie Farmers & Their Communities - Drought Angels
Home - Rural Aid - Supporting Rural Communities

My life, my body - rural and remote health from a consumers point of view.

In the first part of a 2 part podcast, Dr Emily Moody interviews Carolyn Becker and Deb Robins,  who have extensive experience as advocates and consumers of health services in rural and remote Australia. They share their own stories and challenge rural generalists to have a holistic view of their patients and take the time to get to know everyone's unique circumstances. In this insightful interview, we hear from the other side of the consultation  desk - the consumers. 

Rural and remote Practice: the opportunities and rewards (Part 2)

Rural Generalists are such an important part of any rural and remote community. It is a challenging role that will give you fulfillment, both personally and professionally.
In part 2 of this podcast, Dr Emily Moody continues with her interview of Anne Chater and Sandra Corfield. Emily, Anne and Sandra highlight the wonderful opportunities that exist in rural medicine. A sense of belonging, being part of community, professional growth and clinical courage are all explored in this fascinating interview.
Emily, Anne and Sandra also discuss what a rich environment a rural community is for families, couples and singles.

Rural and remote Practice: the opportunities and rewards

In this edition, Dr Emily Moody interviews: 
Anne Chater, who established Theodore Medical with her husband Prof Alan Bruce Chater in 1981, and is currently the Operations and Finance Manager of the practice. Anne talks about the incredible opportunities available in rural Practice and how to integrate both yourself and your family into a community. 
Sandra Corfield, who has been the CEO of the Central Queensland Rural Division of General Practice and then Rural Health Management Services, which works to support members, develop primary care infrastructure and currently manages fourteen general practices. Sandra has been described as having an encyclopaedic knowledge of rural and remote Queensland matters especially, and Queensland health matters generally.  Sandra shares motivating stories about the incredible value the rural GP’s add to the fabric of communities.  
Both these ladies have inspirational stories and anyone looking to work in rural or remote communities should listen in. As Anne says "I want to do it all again!"

The role of ACRRM supervisors

In our latest Life Hacks podcast, Dr Emily Moody talks with Dr Coralie Endean (National Lead Medical Educator - Supervisor Support) to discuss the importance of a supervisor in the fellowship program. Coralie discusses the way supervisors guided her in her early career and how registrars can make the most of their supervisors while on the road to fellowship. Emily and Coralie encourage you to make the most of the opportunity you have available with your supervisor.