Synapse: The Australian GP Studycast
Welcome to Synapse, your dedicated audio companion for navigating the vast landscape of Australian General Practice.
Are you a medical student, GP registrar, or a practicing GP who learns best by listening? Do you want to turn your commute, workout, or downtime into a productive study session? This podcast is designed for you.
Our goal is to make essential written publications and high-yield study materials more accessible, especially for those who are predominantly audio learners. Each episode delves into a topic relevant to Australian General Practice by summarising key articles from publications like the Australian Journal of General Practice (AJGP) or by sharing curated study notes. We aim to break down complex subjects into clear, concise audio summaries to support your learning and exam preparation.
Important Information & Disclaimer:
- AI-Generated Voice: Please be aware that this podcast is produced using an artificial intelligence (AI) voice to ensure consistency and clarity.
- Educational Purpose Only: The content provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes ONLY. It is intended as a study aid and a way to review topics in an audio format.
- Not Medical Advice: This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, clinical judgment, diagnosis, or treatment. It does not constitute a doctor-patient relationship.
- Consult the Source: We strongly encourage you to consult the original source articles (links are provided in the episode notes) and other peer-reviewed literature. The information presented is a summary and may not be exhaustive.
Thank you for tuning in. We hope this podcast becomes a valuable tool in your medical education and professional development journey.
Episodes
31 episodes
The Settling Sessions: A GP's Take on Sleep including Night Terrors and Nightmares
Is your child struggling with nightmares, night terrors, or bedtime battles? In this episode of Synapse, we break down common childhood sleep problems, from infancy to adolescence. Learn the key differences between nightmares and night terrors,...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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20:17
Child Health: Breath Holding Spells
Ever witnessed a child get so upset they hold their breath until they turn blue or go pale? In this episode, we break down breath-holding spells, a common but frightening occurrence in children aged six months to six years. Learn what triggers ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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13:42
The Dust That Disables- Uncovering Q Fever in Australia
Podcast: The Dust That Disables: Uncovering Q Fever in AustraliaIs it a relentless flu you just can't shake, complete with drenching sweats, severe headaches, and extreme fatigue? What if the cause wasn't a common virus, b...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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19:13
Podcast: Psittacosis (aka Parrot Fever)
Podcast: Parrot Fever Unmasked- From Pet Birds to Pneumonia, A Guide to PsittacosisIs it a severe headache and fever that feels like a nasty flu? A persistent dry cough that progresses to pneumonia? What if the source wasn't anoth...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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21:41
Pertussis- All you need to know as a GP in Australia
Podcast: Whooping Cough Uncovered: A GP's Guide to the Cough, the Risks, and the VaccineIs it a cough that lingers for weeks, a cold that escalates into uncontrollable coughing fits, or the sound of a worrying gasp for air in a yo...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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18:07
Headaches- all you need to know
In this episode of Synapse, we tackle one of the most common presentations in Australian primary care: the headache. We provide a clear guide to cut through the complexity, starting with how to take a representative history and spot crucial red...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:21:30
Approach to TMJ Dysfunction
Podcast: Unlocking TMJ: Pain, Popping, and Pathways to ReliefIs it a dull ache in your face, a painful click in your jaw, a tension headache you can't shake, or a persistent earache? You might be dealing with temporomandibular dys...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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33:50
A GP's Approach to Tinnitus
Is it a ringing, a buzzing, a hissing, or a hum? Tinnitus is one of the most common symptoms people experience, but it's widely misunderstood. More than just an annoyance, persistent tinnitus can significantly affect mood, sleep, and overall qu...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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25:25
Article Summary: Overactive Bladder Syndrome- Management & Treatment Options
This episode offers a concise clinical review of Overactive Bladder (OAB) syndrome for practitioners. We cover the essential steps in diagnosis, from taking a focused history and ruling out red flags to the importance of urinalysis and post-voi...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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24:50
Article Summary: Investigating and Managing Androgen Deficiency in Older Men
GPA ref 11: Androgen deficiency in older menThis episode focuses on the evidence-based approach to diagnosing and managing androgen deficiency in older men13. We summarise the AJGP article "Androgen deficiency in older men," provi...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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15:14
Article Summary: A Practical Guide to Managing the Diabetic Foot Ulcer
GPA ref 10: The diabetic foot ulcerThis episode provides a practical guide to the assessment, management, and prevention of diabetic foot ulcers in the general practice setting11. We summarise the AJGP article "The diabetic foot u...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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20:28
Article Summary: Hyperglycaemia in Type 2 Diabetes
Article Summary: Hyperglycaemia in Type 2 DiabetesThis episode explores the assessment and management of various hyperglycaemic presentations in patients with type 2 diabetes9. We summarise the AJGP article "Hyperglycaemic ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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13:59
Article Summary: Patient-Delivered Partner Therapy for Chlamydia
GPA ref 48: Patient-delivered partner therapyThis episode explores the options for patient-delivered partner therapy for the management of sexual partners of patients diagnosed with chlamydia7. We summarise the AJGP article "Patie...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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12:29
Article Summary: Assessing a Rash in a Returned Traveller from Bali
GPA ref 47: Rash in a returned travellerThis episode focuses on the differential diagnosis and management of a rash in a patient who has recently returned from travel to Bali5. We summarise the AJGP article "Rash in a returned tra...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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12:51
Article Summary: A Case of Queensland Tick Typhus After a Rural Hike
GPA ref 46: Queensland tick typhusThis episode discusses the presentation and management of Queensland tick typhus (Rickettsia australis)3. We summarise the AJGP article "Queensland tick typhus (Rickettsia australis) in a man afte...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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10:27
Article Summary: Q fever- A Rural Disease with Urban Consequences
GPA ref 45: Q feverThis episode focuses on the key features, diagnosis and management of Q fever, a rural disease that can have significant urban consequences1. We summarise the AJGP article "Q fever: A rural disease with potentia...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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15:37
Article Summary: The GP's Role in Smoking Cessation
GPA ref 67: Smoking CessationEpisode Description:This episode focuses on the evidence-based strategies for smoking cessation in general practice. We summarise the AJGP article "Smoking Cessation," providing a practical guid...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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9:34
Article Summary: Vaping and Nicotine Prescribing- An Update for Australian GPs
GPA ref 66: An update on vaping and nicotine prescribingEpisode Title: Vaping and Nicotine Prescribing: An Update for Australian GPsEpisode Description:This episode provides a timely update on vaping and nicot...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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13:11
Article Summary: Multiple Sclerosis- A GP's Overview of Diagnosis, Therapy, and Prognosis
GPA ref 65: Multiple Sclerosis: Diagnosis, disease-modifying therapy and prognosisEpisode Description:This episode provides a comprehensive overview of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for the general practitioner. We summarise the ...
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15:24
Article Summary: Familial Hypercholesterolaemia
GPA ref 64: Implications of new clinical practice guidance on familial hypercholesterolaemia for Australian General PractitionersEpisode Description:This episode explores the implications of new clinical practice guidance f...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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15:39
Article Summary: Paget's Disease of the Bone- A Clinical Update for Primary Care
GPA ref 62: Paget’s disease of bone: A clinical updateEpisode Description:This episode offers a clinical update on Paget's disease of the bone. We summarise the AJGP article "Paget’s disease of bone: A clinical update," cov...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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18:17
Article Summary: Myeloproliferative Neoplasms- A GP's Guide to Diagnosis
GPA ref 61: Myeloproliferative neoplasm: Classifications and an approach to diagnosisEpisode Description:This episode provides a clear and concise overview of myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs). We summarise the AJGP artic...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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12:29
Article Summary: Decoding Viral Rashes- Clinical Features of Viral Exanthema
GPA ref 60: Clinical features of viral exanthemaEpisode Description:This episode provides a clinical guide to identifying common viral exanthemas in general practice. We summarise the AJGP article "Clinical features of vira...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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12:47
Article Summary: Migraine Management Update- Current and Emerging Treatments
General Medicine 2GPA ref 58: The state of migraine: An update on current and emerging treatmentEpisode Description: This episode provides an update on the management of migraine, a common and debilitating con...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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20:06
Article Summary: Preventing Acute Rheumatic Fever
GPA ref 57: Primary Prevention of acute rheumatic feverEpisode Description: This episode discusses the vital role of primary prevention in acute rheumatic fever. We summarise the AJGP article "Primary Prevention of acute rh...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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11:36