Pterygia – what action is required?
Pterygium is common, affecting 10% of Australian adults, associated with UV light exposure. The precise pathogenesis is unknown. Read More...
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Testosterone use for women
Sexual dysfunction is common in both men and women. When it comes to exploring sexual dysfunction, most clinicians can identify the man’s sexual dysfunction problems. In females, this subject is not greatly understood and knowledge is lacking. Testosterone in women is clearly beneficial in HSDD and the currently available 1% transdermal preparation is safe and easy to use. More data is needed to assess long-term side effects of testosterone in women Read More...
PrEP – prescribing it to your patients
Recent research shows that taking Truvada (tenofovir DF 300mg/ emtricitabine 200mg) daily reduces HIV. Will this see the end of HIV? The treatment is called PrEP- Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. Read More...
Technology – Coming, Ready or Not!
As one generation makes way for another in its influence and decision making, technology will be the future doctor’s greatest ally. Read More...
Volume to Value – the New Frontier
Age has been a battleground long fought in the quest to beat ageing. The advancement of medicine, quality of life and lifestyle have created an unusual paradox between longevity and the despair of getting older. Read More...
The Three Amigos
Thirty-four years ago, a cohort of young doctors graduated from the Royal Free Hospital medical school in Hampstead and last month three of them found themselves sitting around a meeting table at the Telethon Kids Institute in Perth. Read More...
Seeing the Patient Differently
A whole new world opens up with the introduction of the 5G network as doctors at Curtin University discovered. Read More...
Bikes and Cars Must Co-Exist
More needs to be done to reduce cycling injuries on the roads says Hollywood Private Hospital CEO and avid cyclist Peter Mott. Read More...