sMater

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 #ne...

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...

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: ...

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 Austr...

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. R...

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 Sal...

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 - ...

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 mothe...