On The Wards: On The Pods Medical Podcast for Doctors

On The Wards: On The Pods Medical Podcast for Doctors


Latest Episodes

Coaching: What is it and how is it different from mentoring?
November 03, 2020

Join Tony Sloman, Sarah Dalton and Rita Holland in this podcast on coaching. Learn more about what coaching is, what to expect from a coaching session and how it's different from mentoring. You'll hear about why seeing a professional coach can be very ben

Feeding difficulties in the infant
October 20, 2020

Feeding difficulties are a common problem in infants and can cause a lot of concern for new parents who often present to the Emergency Department or their GP for help. In this podcast, Karly Casamento and Chris Elliot discuss an approach to early evaluati

Wellbeing: Looking after yourself to look after others
October 13, 2020

Jules Willcocks interviews John Scott about the importance of wellbeing. They discuss wellbeing within the medical profession, how to identify burnout, as well as some methods junior doctors can utilise to thrive in the workplace. Summary Writer:  Theoni

Preparing for high performance under pressure and for exams
October 06, 2020

Sarah Dalton speaks to Tony Sloman and Jules Willcocks about techniques and strategies for high performance under pressure and for exams. Doctors are bound to face stressful and anxiety-inducing situations, whether it's preparing for exams, going for job

Financial wellness
September 29, 2020

John Scott talks to Jules Willcocks about financial wellness for doctors. Good financial health includes having a plan in place for investments and passive income to support your passions outside of work. John and Jules also discuss the importance of inco

Indigenous Health – Communication and Connection
September 23, 2020

This podcast is a panel discussion on the topic of indigenous communication in the healthcare setting. Effective communication with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is essential for culturally safe, holistic, and appropriate healthcare deliver

Compassion in medicine
September 15, 2020

Jules Willcocks interviews John Scott on the topic of compassion in medicine. Practising compassionate and empathetic patient care can benefit doctors. In this podcast, Jules and John discuss the evidence that shows how doctors' compassion can make huge d

Infertility
July 08, 2020

Svetha Rao talks to Louis Angelopoulos about what constitutes infertility, common causes and how to approach a couple who presents with infertility. Summary Writer:  Jane McDonnell Script Writer:  Jane McDonnell, Svetha Rao Editor:  Svetha Rao Intervi

Pregnancy and COVID-19
May 20, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to vast changes in how healthcare is delivered. This has left many pregnant patients uncertain of how their care through pregnancy and delivery will be affected. Becky Taylor speaks to Emma Watson, who is currently nearing th

End of life care
May 13, 2020

A talk by Associate Professor Amanda Walker from onthewards conference discussing the practicalities of end of life care, warning signs that a patient is dying, what to consider, say, be, and chart as a doctor. Summary Writer:  Edward Brentnall Script W