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Episodes
44 episodes
sMater - Influenza 2026 - Prof Paul Griffin
What’s really driving Australia’s worst flu seasons—and what can clinicians do now?As Queensland heads into flu season, Professor Paul Griffin returns to sMater to unpack what’s new in influenza prevention and protection. From updated va...
sMater - Gallbladder disease - Dr Harsheet Sethi
Gallbladder disease is one of the most common reasons for abdominal pain presentations in general practice — but managing gallstones, gallbladder polyps and incidental findings isn’t always straightforward.In this episode of sMater, a po...
sMater | Ovarian Cancer Patient Story | Dr Nim Cabraal with patient, Margaret Gooch
On the latest episode of sMater, we explore the complex and often misunderstood journey of ovarian cancer through the powerful story of patient Margaret Gooch — and the expertise of Mater Gynaecological Oncologist Dr Nim Cabraal.Margare...
sMater - Endometriosis and the innovative role Botox can play - Dr Albert Jung
In this episode of sMater, we explore endometriosis and the innovative role Botox can play in managing chronic pain.Mater Private Hospital Brisbane Gynaecologist Dr Albert Jung shares his expertise on why endometriosis rates are rising,...
sMater - Knee injuries in sport - A/Prof Mike Reid
In this episode of sMater, Orthopaedic Surgeon A/Prof Mike Reid explores the rise of knee injuries in sport—especially among women and weekend warriors. From ACL reconstructions to meniscus preservation, A/Prof Reid shares expert in...
sMater - A Patient's Breast Cancer Journey - Clemence Thompson
In this episode of sMater, patient Clemence Thompson shares her personal journey through breast cancer care at Mater, offering insights from diagnosis to recovery.Clem reflects on the care, compassion, and clinical excellen...
sMater - Autism Spectrum Disorder - Dr Cathy Franklin and Dr James McAuliffe
This week, we have a new episode of sMater featuring Dr Cathy Franklin and Dr James McAuliffe from the Queensland Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability and Autism Health. The episode explores the complexities of Autism Spe...
sMater - Groundbreaking epilepsy study - Prof Aileen McGonigal
In this episode of sMater, Professor Aileen McGonigal, from Mater’s Epilepsy Unit, discusses the groundbreaking Australian Epilepsy Project—set to be the world’s largest epilepsy study. Discover how cutting-edge imaging, genetics, a...
sMater - Advancements in neurosurgery | Dr Martin Wood
In this episode of sMater, Mater Neurosurgeon Dr Martin Wood discusses robotic-assisted spine surgery and how it is transforming outcomes by enabling minimally invasive procedures and improving surgical precision.He highlights what GPs s...
sMater - ADHD Diagnosis and Care - Dr James McAuliffe
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 s...
sMater - Refugee health | Dr Rebecca Farley
As part of Refugee Week, Clinical Director of Mater Refugee Complex Care Clinic Dr Rebecca Farley joins sMater to delve into the complex nature of refugee health, from how to treat new arrivals to the importance of creating a safe and trusted s...
sMater - Bowel Cancer | Dr Nadia Maqboul
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 ...
sMater - RSV, long COVID and influenza | Prof Paul Griffin
This week on sMater, Mater Director of Infectious Diseases Prof Paul Griffin joins us to talk about RSV, COVID and influenza.He shares invaluable insights on vaccination rates, evolving virus strains and what the future holds. <...
sMater | New Menopause Measures | Dr Melanie Allan
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...
sMater | Glenn Gardener 3 | In-utero Treatments
The final episode in the three-part maternal fetal medicine series with Dr Glenn Gardener looks to the next frontier of complicated pregnancy treatments.The Director of the Mater Centre for Maternal Fetal Medicine delves into emerging tr...
sMater | Dr Glenn Gardener | Part 2 - Inutero Spina Bifida
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 c...
sMater | Dr Glenn Gardener | Part 1 - Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome
The first of a three-part series featuring maternal fetal medicine specialist, Dr Glenn Gardener, this episode explores diagnosis and treatment of Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome.TTTS affects identical twins who share a placenta and ca...
sMater | Dr Jinwen He | Obesity in Pregnancy
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 increas...
sMater | Dr Jolene Ng | Asthma in Pregnancy
In this episode of sMater, we speak with Mater Hospital Brisbane obstetric medicine fellow Dr Jolene Ng about asthma during pregnancy.With Australia having one of the highest rates of asthma in the world, Jolene explains the impact of th...
sMater | Majella Henry | Perinatal anxiety & depression
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...
sMater | Dr Vishwas Raghunath | Hypertension in Pregnancy
Obstetric Physician and Nephrologist Dr Vishwas Raghunath has a wealth of experience in managing complex medical conditions in high-risk pregnancies.In this episode of sMater, Vish discusses hypertension, the most common medical problem ...
sMater | Dr Georgia Heathcote | Trauma Informed Care
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 es...
sMater | Dr Caroline Wilson | VTE in Pregnancy
On this episode of sMater, Dr Caroline Wilson discusses Venus Thromboembolism (VTE), which continues to be a leading cause of maternal death.As an obstetric physician and haematologist at Mater Hospital Brisbane, Caroline discusses risk ...
sMater | Dr Jill Parkes-Smith | Syphilis in Pregnancy
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 ...
sMater | Dr Jo Laurie | Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy
In this episode of sMater, Mater Obstetric Medicine Specialist Dr Jo Laurie explains the impact of thyroid disease on mother and baby during pregnancy.Jo is Director of Obstetric Medicine at Mater Mothers' Hospital and offers pract...