Dr Gihan de Mel - Family Physician

08/02/2024

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch is joined by Dr Gihan de Mel - Family Physician, a general practitioner (GP) and an expert in health technology. Gihan delves into the topic of preventative care for relatively fit, healthy populations and identifies missed opportunities for early intervention, particularly for women going through menopause. He emphasises the need for technology to streamline GP reporting requirements and tasks, highlighting the potential time-saving and meaningful impacts on patient consultations.
Gihan and Peter also discuss the future of technology in healthcare, including the adaptability and practical solutions for small-scale issues, such as the innovative use of the stream deck during the COVID vaccination period.
Key Takeaways:
🚨 The missed opportunity for preventative care in relatively fit, healthy populations, particularly for women going through menopause, and the need for earlier intervention to avoid missing years of care.
⏱️ The significance of practical solutions in healthcare and the impact of technology on time-saving and meaningful impacts in patient consultations.
🌐 The potential of small-scale solutions, such as the innovative use of the stream deck during the COVID vaccination period, to streamline administrative tasks and enhance productivity in general practice.
🩺 The evolving landscape of general practice in Australia, the funding models, the involvement of stakeholders, and the increasing prevalence of private billing, and their potential impact on patient care and preventive measures.

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/407-marginal-gains-in-health-and-technology/id1451558982?i=1000644235956

Discover the future of technology in general practice and the importance of preventative care from GP Dr Gihan de Mel on Talking HealthTech podcast.

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Amidst it all, we are learning how to process these emotions and how to best support ourselves and each other, which can feel quite overwhelming.

If you are finding yourself fixated on the numbers and it’s doing more harm than good, here are a few tips on how to shift your focus and nurture your wellbeing during this time.

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05/02/2021

I am delighted to join the Next Practice on a new journey starting next week. I believe I am incredibly fortunate and privileged to closely engage with an amazing group of colleagues and a buzzing local community.

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31/01/2021

This is a great virtual seminar to learn about some of the many innovative developments across Australia. Highly recommended for expectant mums and new parents.

Imagine a world of connected care for the midwife, the family and the baby – that’s the dream coming to reality for thousands of Australian families experiencing the possibilities of digital health.

24/01/2021

What a powerful and thought provoking video by the . Seeing your family doctor has never been more important. Minimise downstream effects of a mental health and a chronic disease pandemic. Visit or pick up the phone and talk to your GP. .
(Video acknowledgement: The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, RACGP)

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