Episode 71: Radiotherapy updates - with Dr Marcus Hu (Icon Cancer Centre)
Dr Tanusha speaks with radiation oncologist Dr Marcus Hu from Icon Cancer Care about emerging innovations in radiation therapy and what GPs need to know.
They explore low-dose radiation therapy for benign and inflammatory conditions. Dr Hu discusses the evidence for treatment, potential patient benefits, treatment schedules, expected response times, risks and contraindications, and when GPs might consider referral.
22 Sept 2026
Episode 70: Prostate cancer and pelvic physiotherapy - with Tom Harris (Ramsay Health Care)
Dr Tanusha speaks with Tom Harris, a men’s health physiotherapist with Ramsay Health, to explore the role of physiotherapy in prostate cancer care and the assessment and management of pelvic health issues in men.
They discuss how pelvic floor physiotherapy can support men before and after prostate cancer treatment, including preparing for surgery, managing urinary incontinence, supporting recovery after radiotherapy, and addressing sexual health and the effects of hormone therapy.
Tom also shares practical advice for GPs, including recognising men who may benefit from early physiotherapy referral, assessing ongoing incontinence and pelvic pain, considering basic investigations before referral, and supporting younger men presenting with pelvic pain.
8 Sept 2026
Episode 69: Paediatric asthma - with Professor Paul Robinson
In this episode, Dr Tanusha speaks with Professor Paul Robinson, Director of the Children’s Health Environment Program at the University of Queensland and Senior Staff Specialist in Respiratory and Sleep Medicine at Queensland Children’s Hospital, to explore the latest updates in paediatric asthma management.
They discuss the shift towards viewing every asthma exacerbation as a red flag, the risks of over-reliance on short-acting beta-2 agonists, and the importance of preventative management to reduce exacerbations and protect long-term lung health.
Paul also shares practical advice for GPs, including assessing preventer use and inhaler technique, considering cumulative oral corticosteroid exposure, recognising asthma in preschool-aged children, and identifying when referral to a tertiary service may be appropriate.
Resources
National Asthma Council Australia: National Asthma Handbook (https://www.asthmahandbook.org.au/)
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