Fertility In General Practice
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Podcast Overview
<p>Hosted by Genea Fertility GP, Dr Ali Hodgkinson, Fertility in General Practice is a dedicated podcast series designed exclusively for General Practitioners with a special interest in women’s and men’s fertility, reproductive health, and wellbeing. Dr Hodgkinson is joined by a different Genea Fertility Specialist each episode to unpack key topics in fertility care within the GP setting. Together, they explore practical, evidence-based approaches to managing common and complex reproductive health concerns — from pre-conception counselling and early fertility assessment to male factor considerations, cycle management, early pregnancy care, and more.Created as a learning resource for busy practitioners, this series delivers clear, clinically relevant insights that support GPs in navigating fertility conversations, enhancing patient care, and strengthening collaborative pathways with fertility specialists.Whether you’re deepening your expertise or seeking up-to-date guidance on best practice fertility management, Fertility in General Practice provides the knowledge, clarity, and confidence to better support your patients on their reproductive health journey.</p>
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March 16, 2026
PCOS Management in General Practice with Dr Simon Nothman
<p>In this episode of the GP Series, host Dr. Ali Hodgkinson is joined by distinguished fertility specialist Dr. Simon Nothman for a comprehensive look at the management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).<br><br> Dr. Nothman provides clarity on the diagnostic criteria, the four different PCOS phenotypes—including the distinctions of Lean PCOS—and the crucial importance of ruling out confounding diagnoses like hypothalamic amenorrhea.</p> <p>The episode delves into the significant long-term health considerations, detailing the high metabolic, gynecological, and often-overlooked mental health risks associated with PCOS. Furthermore, it offers practical, evidence-based advice on management strategies, including optimal contraception choices, lifestyle intervention, and the role of medications like Metformin and GLP-1 agonists. Ultimately, the discussion frames the GP as the central conductor in a necessary multidisciplinary approach, coordinating a team of allied health professionals and specialists to provide holistic and effective care for every patient with PCOS.<br><br>This is a must-listen guide for General Practitioners seeking to optimize the care and long-term health outcomes for their patients with PCOS.<br><br><strong>To learn more about Dr. Simon Nothman's work, you can visit his website, <a href="https://www.google.com/url?source=gmail&sa=E&q=https://drsimonnothman.com.au/">drsimonnothman.com.au</a>, or find him on the Genea website. More details are in the episode notes.</strong></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
March 15, 2026
What I wish my GP told me with Yaelle and Lucy : A patient perspective
<p>In this special episode, host Dr. Ali Hodgkinson steps away from the specialists to focus on the patient experience. She is joined by Yaelle and Lucy, the inspiring hosts of the podcast IVF Real Talk.</p> <p>The two women share the raw, personal, and challenging details of their respective three-year fertility journeys and experiences with IVF.</p> <p>This episode provides valuable, firsthand insights for General Practitioners on how to better support patients navigating the physical and emotional complexities of trying to conceive.</p> <p>Listen to more from Yaelle and Lucy and connect with them on social media with these links:</p> <ul> <li><strong>IVF Real Talk Podcast (Apple Podcasts):</strong> <a href="https://www.google.com/url?source=gmail&sa=E&q=https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ivf-real-talk/id1767228009">IVF Real Talk</a></li> <li><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.google.com/url?source=gmail&sa=E&q=https://www.instagram.com/ivfrealtalkpodcast/">IVF Real Talk Podcast (@ivfrealtalkpodcast)</a></li> <li><strong>TikTok:</strong> <a href="https://www.google.com/url?source=gmail&sa=E&q=https://www.tiktok.com/%40ivfrealtalkpodcast">IVF Real Talk Podcast (@ivfrealtalkpodcast)</a></li> </ul><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
February 12, 2026
Tubal Factor Infertility: Treatment, Surgery, and Fertility Options
<p>Join Dr. Ali Hodgkinson as she speaks with talented fertility specialist, <strong>Dr. Vanessa Tatham</strong>, to peel back the layers of Tubal Factor Infertility (TFI). TFI is one of the most common causes of female infertility, accounting for 25% to 35% of cases.<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1GmQXv36SXm8vcCPF6FFIFlGRUTZUx_MN" aria-label="Jump to source 1" data-link-preview-anchor="true">1</a><br>In this episode, you will learn:</p> <ul> <li><strong>What is TFI:</strong> An explanation of the fallopian tube's vital, active role and how a blockage prevents the egg and sperm from meeting.<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1GmQXv36SXm8vcCPF6FFIFlGRUTZUx_MN" aria-label="Jump to source 1" data-link-preview-anchor="true">1</a></li> <li><strong>Common Causes:</strong> The main players, including Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) (50–60% of damage) and Endometriosis (10–15%), as well as the impact of prior surgeries and ectopic pregnancy.<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1GmQXv36SXm8vcCPF6FFIFlGRUTZUx_MN" aria-label="Jump to source 1" data-link-preview-anchor="true">1</a></li> <li><strong>Diagnosis and Testing:</strong> A breakdown of how to raise suspicion for TFI during a patient history and the investigative path, from a general pelvic ultrasound scan to more specialized tests like the HyCoSy and fertile-oscopy.<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1GmQXv36SXm8vcCPF6FFIFlGRUTZUx_MN" aria-label="Jump to source 1" data-link-preview-anchor="true">1</a></li> <li><strong>Management Strategies:</strong> When to consider preserving the fallopian tube (e.g., opening an extrinsic blockage with laparoscopy) versus when removing the tube (e.g., when it contains embryotoxic fluid for an IVF candidate) is the better path.<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1GmQXv36SXm8vcCPF6FFIFlGRUTZUx_MN" aria-label="Jump to source 1" data-link-preview-anchor="true">1</a></li> </ul> <p>Dr. Tatham's key take-home message for GPs is to follow their suspicion: if a patient's cycle and sperm tests are fine but they're still not conceiving, they should investigate TFI early to avoid unnecessary delays in a couple's assisted fertility journey.<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1GmQXv36SXm8vcCPF6FFIFlGRUTZUx_MN" aria-label="Jump to source 1" data-link-preview-anchor="true">1</a><br>Dr. Tatham has appointments in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, including Wollongong Day Surgery and Wollongong Private Hospital. She specializes in general gynecology, chronic pelvic pain, female sexual dysfunction, and has a particular interest in endometriosis. GPs can find more information or refer patients via the website: drtatham.com.au.<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1GmQXv36SXm8vcCPF6FFIFlGRUTZUx_MN" aria-label="Jump to source 1" data-link-preview-anchor="true">1</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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- What is Fertility In General Practice?
<p>Hosted by Genea Fertility GP, Dr Ali Hodgkinson, Fertility in General Practice is a dedicated podcast series designed exclusively for General Practitioners with a special interest in women’s and men’s fertility, reproductive health, and wellbeing. Dr Hodgkinson is joined by a different Genea Fertility Specialist each episode to unpack key topics in fertility care within the GP setting. Together, they explore practical, evidence-based approaches to managing common and complex reproductive health concerns — from pre-conception counselling and early fertility assessment to male factor considerations, cycle management, early pregnancy care, and more.Created as a learning resource for busy practitioners, this series delivers clear, clinically relevant insights that support GPs in navigating fertility conversations, enhancing patient care, and strengthening collaborative pathways with fertility specialists.Whether you’re deepening your expertise or seeking up-to-date guidance on best practice fertility management, Fertility in General Practice provides the knowledge, clarity, and confidence to better support your patients on their reproductive health journey.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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