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General practice is evolving as clinicians and practice owners navigate financial pressures, changing patient expectations, and workforce challenges. For many, the traditional Medicare-only model is becoming harder to sustain, prompting new conversations about how practices operate and how GPs shape their careers. In this episode of Focused Practice Conversations, practice operations expert Matt Woollard speaks with Dr Chris Mitchell, rural GP and co-founder of Medius Global, about his Beyond Medicare report and what it reveals about the changing landscape of general practice. The discussion covers: The financial pressures facing general practice and the challenges of sustaining traditional Medicare-only models. How clinics are adapting through focused practice models, procedural work, private billing, niche services, and multidisciplinary care. Which types of clinics appear to be adapting best to the changing environment. Why diversification is becoming increasingly important for long-term sustainability, and how GPs are expanding their scope of practice and reshaping their careers. The role of ongoing education and upskilling in helping GPs respond to changing patient demand. The impact of these changes on GP morale and burnout, and how younger doctors' career expectations may differ from previous generations. Where GPs and practice owners can start when considering changes to their practice model, including mindset shifts and overlooked opportunities. What successful general practices might look like in the next five to ten years, and the outlook for the profession. For GPs and practice owners considering their next steps, this discussion offers an opportunity to reflect on the challenges facing the profession and how practices might build more sustainable models of care, as Matt and Chris explore the future of general practice, the opportunities clinicians may be overlooking, and what successful practices could look like in the years ahead. Read the Beyond Medicare report here > Prefer a visual format? Watch this episode on the HealthCert Education YouTube channel.   Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 HealthCert Certificate Courses Deep dive into a university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation. ➡️ Explore Certificate pathways > 🎓 HealthCert Short Courses in Women's Health Explore focused, single-topic CPD courses. Complete in less than 10 hours, apply in practice the next day. From $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >

Choosing the correct Medicare item number for a consultation is not always straightforward, particularly when appointment lengths vary or a patient needs an additional skin check. In this second episode of Medicare Explained, skin cancer doctor A/Prof Tony Dicker and practice operations expert Matt Woollard explore the Medicare item numbers commonly used for GP consultations, including in skin cancer medicine. They break down the criteria for standard consultations (item 23), longer consultations (item 36), and short consultations (item 3). The discussion examines what distinguishes these item numbers, why time spent with the patient matters, and how practice appointment schedules can support appropriate billing. They also discuss consultation documentation, tracking appointment times, and the potential compliance concerns associated with claiming longer consultation items. For GPs working in general practice and skin cancer medicine, understanding these distinctions can help clarify how consultation item numbers apply to everyday clinical scenarios. Listen to the episode below for a closer look at the criteria and considerations behind Medicare consultation billing. Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Short Courses in Skin Cancer Explore single-topic CPD courses for focused learning in skin cancer medicine. Complete in less than 10 hours from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin Cancer Dive deeper with HealthCert's university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation to elevate your skin cancer knowledge. ➡️ Explore full program > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >   Medicare Explained  This HealthCert Education podcast series takes GPs through the essentials of Medicare billing, building from Medicare fundamentals and consultation billing to investigations, procedures, and more complex clinical scenarios — with an initial focus on skin cancer medicine but later expanding into other areas of primary care. The series also explores billing tools and resources, compliance, and medico-legal considerations, with real case examples to help translate the principles into day-to-day clinical practice.

Most aesthetic clinicians are confident recommending treatments. Recommending what patients use at home is often a different story. Many worry about seeming “salesy,” feel uneasy asking patients to spend more, or simply leave retail to someone else. In this episode of The Aesthetic Shift, NP Kelly Beasy talks with Iola Ciavarra, director of aesthetics wholesaler Reveal and a 30-year industry veteran. Iola makes the case that recommending skincare is part of your duty of care. Your patients are already buying products, she points out. They’re just not buying them from you, and they’re often following influencer advice. The conversation covers: why a sale is really just a prescription with a transaction attached when to raise home care during a consultation the core products every clinic can start with common mistakes in choosing and displaying stock what a small retail range can do for your cash flow Iola’s advice is practical and easy to apply, whether you run a skin-focused clinic or an injectables-only practice. This is part one of a two-part mini-series with Iola. Look out for part two soon. Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Short Courses in Aesthetic Medicine Explore single-topic CPD courses in focused areas of cosmetic medicine for GPs and nurses. Complete in less than 10 hours, from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 Certificate Courses in Aesthetic Medicine Dive deeper with our university-assured, structured Professional Diploma pathway to elevate your skills in primary care aesthetic medicine. ➡️ Explore Certificate program > 🎓 HealthCert365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >

Medicare can feel complicated, particularly when you start navigating item descriptors, scheduled fees, benefit rates, and the rules around claiming. But understanding the fundamentals makes it much easier to see how the different pieces fit together. Welcome to this first episode of Medicare Explained — a new HealthCert Education podcast series for GPs. In the first episode, skin cancer doctor A/Prof Tony Dicker and practice operations expert Matt Woollard go back to basics, looking at what Medicare actually is, how it operates as a government-funded insurance system, and the distinction between a scheduled fee, a Medicare benefit, and the fee charged by a practitioner. They also unpack the role of MBS item descriptors and why providing a service is not, by itself, enough to claim a Medicare benefit. The service must meet the requirements of the relevant descriptor, with clinical notes providing an important record of what was done. The discussion also explores explanatory notes, benefit rates, and the distinction between patient-initiated consultations and health screening services, including how this applies to skin cancer assessment in primary care. This episode sets the groundwork for the rest of the series, which will progressively explore consultations, investigation items, procedures, billing, and the medico-legal considerations GPs need to understand when working within the Medicare system. Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.   Links discussed in this episode MBS Online: https://www.mbsonline.gov.au/ Understanding Medicare Provider Handbook: https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-09/understanding-medicare-provider-handbook.pdf   Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Short Courses in Skin Cancer Explore single-topic CPD courses for focused learning in skin cancer medicine. Complete in less than 10 hours from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin Cancer Dive deeper with HealthCert's university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation to elevate your skin cancer knowledge. ➡️ Explore full program > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >   Medicare Explained  This HealthCert Education podcast series takes GPs through the essentials of Medicare billing, building from Medicare fundamentals and consultation billing to investigations, procedures, and more complex clinical scenarios — with an initial focus on skin cancer medicine but later expanding into other areas of primary care. The series also explores billing tools and resources, compliance, and medico-legal considerations, with real case examples to help translate the principles into day-to-day clinical practice.

Medicare Explained – a HealthCert Education podcast series with skin cancer doctor A/Prof Tony Dicker and practice operations expert Matt Woollard. This podcast series takes GPs through the essentials of Medicare billing, building from Medicare fundamentals and consultation billing to investigations, procedures, and more complex clinical scenarios — with an initial focus on skin cancer medicine but later expanding into other areas of primary care. The series also explores billing tools and resources, compliance, and medico-legal considerations, with real case examples to help translate the principles into day-to-day clinical practice. Learn more at https://www.healthcert.com/blog/tag/medicare-explained

Perimenopause can present with a wide range of symptoms, making it easy for the consultation to become an unprioritised list of concerns. For women over 45 with typical symptoms and changing menstrual patterns, however, diagnosis is usually clinical, rather than dependent on hormone testing. In this HealthCert podcast, Dr Simone Gonzo explores a structured approach to assessment and management, including how to recognise perimenopause while avoiding diagnostic overshadowing. A key consideration is abnormal bleeding. While cycle changes are common during perimenopause, heavy, intermenstrual, postcoital, or postmenopausal bleeding should not simply be attributed to hormonal changes. Dr Gonzo discusses how to assess bleeding, identify relevant risk factors, and determine when further investigation or specialist assessment is warranted. The episode also covers symptom-focused management, including menopausal hormone therapy, non-hormonal options, genitourinary symptoms, contraception, and the role of the 52 mg LNG-IUD. Watch the full video podcast here.   NEW CASE-BASED SHORT COURSE Case Management: Perimenopause Work through realistic perimenopause presentations and build confidence in differential diagnosis, individualised risk assessment, safe prescribing of hormonal and non-hormonal therapies, and shared decision-making. 🌐 Online   ⌛ 6 hours CPD   💲$295 👉 Explore course > Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses Deep-dive into a university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation in Women's Health. ➡️ Explore Certificate Courses > 🎓 Short Courses Explore 400+ short, focused, single-topic CPD courses — and learn exactly what you need, when you need it. Complete in less than 10 hours. ➡️ Browse Short Courses >

Women may live with pain, heavy or difficult periods, postnatal symptoms, hormonal changes, or other concerns for years because they have come to see them as simply part of being a woman. But while a symptom may be common, that does not necessarily mean it should be accepted without further assessment. In this episode of Focused Practice Conversations, practice operations expert Matt Woollard speaks with Dr Sneha Wadhwani, GP and National Clinical Director of Evoca Women’s Health, about the women’s health presentations that can sometimes be minimised or overlooked in general practice. The conversation explores how GPs can recognise when a seemingly routine concern warrants a deeper look, the questions that may uncover important information, and how continuity of care can help connect symptoms that might otherwise appear unrelated. Dr Wadhwani also discusses where knowledge and confidence gaps can affect women’s health consultations, and simple ways GPs can approach these conversations more confidently.   Looking to expand your women’s health expertise? Evoca's Annual Women’s Health Conference brings together leading experts for a full day covering menopause, pelvic pain, fertility, breast health, pelvic floor disorders, and more, with a strong focus on primary care. 📍 Saturday 17 October, Sydney 👉 Download more information >   Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses in Women's Health Deep dive into a university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation in women's health. ➡️ Explore program > 🎓 Short Courses in Women's Health Explore focused, single-topic CPD courses in women's health. Complete in less than 10 hours, from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >   Focused Practice Conversations series HealthCert Education's Focused Practice Conversations podcast series explores how GPs build focused areas of practice, why they chose that path, what changed in their clinic, and whether going deeper into one niche was ultimately worth it. Hosted by Matt Woollard.

Brain fog, cognitive changes and mental wellbeing are increasingly part of conversations around perimenopause and other hormonal transitions. But what do these experiences actually mean, and how can clinicians recognise and respond to them? In this episode of Focused Practice Conversations, practice operations expert Matt Woollard speaks with A/Prof Caroline Gurvich, a clinical neuropsychologist and Deputy Director of the HER Centre Australia at Monash University, about the evolving understanding of women’s mental health and cognition. They discuss Caroline’s journey into this area of expertise, why brain fog and perimenopause have attracted greater attention, and what clinicians are learning about the lived experience of hormonal transitions. The conversation also explores some of the misconceptions surrounding cognitive symptoms, how these experiences can affect quality of life, and the developments in research that are shaping the field. For GPs and other healthcare professionals, it offers an opportunity to consider what may be overlooked in consultations and how our understanding of women’s health continues to change. Prefer a visual format? Watch this episode on the HealthCert Education YouTube channel. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses in Women's Health Deep dive into a university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation in women's health. ➡️ Explore program > 🎓 Short Courses in Women's Health Explore focused, single-topic CPD courses in women's health. Complete in less than 10 hours, from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >   Focused Practice Conversations series HealthCert Education's Focused Practice Conversations podcast series explores how GPs build focused areas of practice, why they chose that path, what changed in their clinic, and whether going deeper into one niche was ultimately worth it. Hosted by Matt Woollard.

A new mRNA vaccine for advanced melanoma is generating significant interest, but what does it actually mean for patients? In the latest episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts, A/Prof Tony Dicker examines the recent trial of Moderna’s personalised mRNA vaccine, intismeran, in combination with pembrolizumab. He explains how the treatment is designed around the individual mutations in a patient’s melanoma, the early evidence for improved recurrence-free survival, and some of the practical challenges involved in producing a personalised vaccine. For GPs, the key distinction is that this is not a vaccine to prevent melanoma. Rather, it is an emerging treatment approach for patients who already have advanced melanoma, and one that patients may increasingly ask about as more results receive media attention. Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.   Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Micro-Courses in Skin Cancer Explore short, single-topic CPD modules for focused learning in skin cancer medicine and surgery. Complete in less than 10 hours from only $95. ➡️ Browse Micro-Courses > 🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin Cancer Explore our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. ➡️ Explore full program > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 > Life by a Thousand Cuts  This podcast series is designed to help you enhance your clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and confidence in skin cancer management. Focus on real-world cases, surgical techniques and tips, journal article reviews, diagnostic and management insights, and guest interviews with GPs and specialists.

Heavy menstrual bleeding is a common presentation in general practice and can have a significant impact on quality of life — and patients are often looking for clear, practical advice. GPs are often helping patients navigate a range of management options and supporting them to make informed decisions that align with their preferences and goals. This podcast episode with Dr Simone Gonzo focuses on one aspect of that conversation: how to discuss intrauterine systems with patients, address common questions and misconceptions, and support shared decision-making in everyday practice. What you will learn Delivered in collaboration with Bayer Australia^, in this podcast, Dr Simone Gonzo shares insights into how to talk to your patients about intrauterine systems, including practical counselling tips for general practice. Patient-centred counselling: Starting with the patient’s goals, concerns, fertility plans, and expectations when discussing an LNG-IUD. Assessing suitability: Key history, examination, investigations, and clinical considerations before recommending an LNG-IUD for heavy menstrual bleeding. Explaining benefits and alternatives: How to communicate the benefits of the 52 mg LNG-IUD alongside other medical and procedural treatment options. Setting realistic bleeding expectations: What patients can expect during the first few months, including irregular or prolonged bleeding and the timeframe for assessing treatment benefit. Preparing patients for insertion: How to explain the procedure honestly, discuss pain and analgesia options, and provide trauma-informed care. Discussing risks and warning symptoms: Counselling around expulsion, malposition, perforation, infection, pregnancy, and symptoms requiring assessment. Managing concerns after insertion: A structured approach to assessing persistent or new bleeding, pain, absent strings, or concerns that the IUD is “not working”. Follow-up and shared decision-making: Reviewing treatment goals, providing clear safety-netting and follow-up, documenting counselling, and supporting patients who choose removal. Watch the full video podcast here.   ^ This activity has been developed independently by HealthCert Education with the support of an unconditional educational grant from Bayer Australia. Bayer has had no editorial input into the content. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses Deep-dive into a university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation in Women's Health. ➡️ Explore Certificate Courses > 🎓 Short Courses Explore 400+ short, focused, single-topic CPD courses — and learn exactly what you need, when you need it. Complete in less than 10 hours. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 IUD workshops Gain an introduction to the insertion of intrauterine devices as a reversible contraceptive option for female patients. One-day advanced workshop providing hands-on practise on simulated models under expert supervision. ➡️ See workshop dates & locations >

Heavy menstrual bleeding affects approximately one in four women of reproductive age, yet many patients remain undiagnosed, undertreated, or unaware that effective treatment options exist. In this free webinar, Dr Simone Gonzo explores the assessment and management of heavy menstrual bleeding in general practice. What you will learn Drawing on the Australian Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard, this session provides a structured approach to history-taking, investigation, medical management, and shared decision-making, including when to consider referral for intrauterine system insertion. Designed for busy GPs, the webinar provides practical strategies you can apply immediately in the consultation room to support women experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding. Delivered in collaboration with Bayer Australia^, this session will teach you how to: Evaluate treatment options for heavy menstrual bleeding from adolescence to menopause, including hormonal and non-hormonal treatments, procedural interventions, intrauterine systems and hysterectomy. Plan a counselling approach that supports shared decision-making between doctor and patient considering all treatment options for heavy menstrual bleeding. The webinar includes Q&A and case discussions. ^ This activity has been developed independently by HealthCert Education with the support of an unconditional educational grant from Bayer Australia. Bayer has had no editorial input into the content. Watch the webinar here.    Access a free women's health course As an RACGP/ACRRM-accredited education provider, we're required to evaluate our accredited activities, and we would really appreciate your feedback on this webinar.  The evaluation takes just a few minutes and helps us understand what you took away from the session and how we can continue improving our education. As a thank-you for completing the evaluation, you'll receive complimentary enrolment in a women's health short course of your choice, valued up to $295. 👉 Complete the evaluation >   Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses Deep-dive into a university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation in Women's Health. ➡️ Explore Certificate Courses > 🎓 Short Courses Explore 400+ short, focused, single-topic CPD courses — and learn exactly what you need, when you need it. Complete in less than 10 hours. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 HealthCert 365  Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — any topic, any time, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Try 7 days free >

For clinicians working in aesthetic medicine, expanding your skills can open up new opportunities while also strengthening the care you provide to patients. In this episode of The Aesthetic Shift podcast, NP Kelly Beasy chats with Emma Aylward, a nurse, aesthetic clinician, and clinic owner, about her decision to add dermoscopy and skin cancer knowledge to her skill set. Emma shares how learning dermoscopy has changed the way she approaches consultations, particularly when treating skin with lasers and other modalities. They discuss the importance of recognising suspicious lesions, documenting changes, knowing when to refer patients for further assessment, and using regular patient contact as an opportunity to keep an eye on their skin. This conversation also explores the realities of upskilling while running a busy clinic, managing family commitments, and finding learning opportunities that fit around work. For Emma, following her curiosity and passion for skin has helped shape the direction of her growing clinic. Listen to the episode to hear Emma and Kelly discuss why broadening your clinical knowledge can benefit your patients, your professional development, and your practice. Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Short Courses in Aesthetic Medicine Explore single-topic CPD courses in focused areas of cosmetic medicine for GPs and nurses. Complete in less than 10 hours, from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 Certificate Courses in Aesthetic Medicine Dive deeper with our university-assured, structured Professional Diploma pathway to elevate your skills in primary care aesthetic medicine. ➡️  Explore Certificate program >  🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >

Starting a cosmetic clinic involves far more than choosing a treatment menu and opening the doors. Part one of this two-part series on The Aesthetic Shift podcast explored the key considerations before taking the leap. In this second instalment, Kelly Beasy (HealthCert educator, nurse practitioner, and clinic owner) takes a look at what comes next. From developing a business plan and defining your target demographic to choosing a location, building your brand and navigating marketing requirements, there are many moving parts to consider. This episode discusses the importance of starting small, managing inventory and expenses carefully, and knowing when it makes sense to invest in additional treatments, devices, or staff. Just as importantly, building a successful clinic is about building relationships. Creating a positive patient experience, developing a professional network, and establishing a loyal client base can all contribute to sustainable growth. Kelly shares practical insights drawn from her own experience of building and running a cosmetic clinic, including some of the easily overlooked details that can make a difference to day-to-day operations. Tune in for Kelly’s advice on taking your cosmetic clinic from idea to reality. Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here. Missed part one? Catch up here. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Short Courses in Aesthetic Medicine Explore single-topic CPD courses in focused areas of cosmetic medicine for GPs and nurses. Complete in less than 10 hours, from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 Certificate Courses in Aesthetic Medicine Dive deeper with our university-assured, structured Professional Diploma pathway to elevate your skills in primary care aesthetic medicine. ➡️  Explore Certificate program >  🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >

In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo examines the evolving understanding of Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) and what it means for primary care — providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs. What you will learn Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), is one of the most common endocrine disorders encountered in general practice, yet its presentation and long-term health implications can be highly variable. From menstrual irregularities and infertility to insulin resistance, cardiovascular risk and mental health concerns, effective management requires a holistic and lifelong approach. Drawing on current guidelines and real-world clinical scenarios, this HealthCert GP Update explores how to confidently diagnose PMOS, identify associated comorbidities, and develop management plans tailored to each patient's stage of life. Dr Simone Gonzo guides you through how to: Diagnose PMOS using current diagnostic criteria while distinguishing it from other endocrine conditions. Investigate metabolic, reproductive, and psychological comorbidities to support comprehensive patient care. Develop evidence-based management plans incorporating lifestyle interventions, pharmacotherapy, and appropriate referral pathways. Support patients through different life stages, from adolescence and fertility planning to menopause and long-term cardiometabolic health. Watch the webinar here.  Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses Deep-dive into a university-assured, structured Certificate pathway from foundation to subspecialisation, across 20+ special interest fields. ➡️ Explore Certificate Courses > 🎓 Short Courses Explore 400+ short, focused, single-topic CPD courses — and learn exactly what you need, when you need it. Complete in less than 10 hours from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >

What happens when a GP and dermatologist work side by side? The future of dermatology care may look less like a traditional referral pathway and more like collaboration — a model that could reshape how patients access care. In this episode of Focused Practice Conversations, practice operations expert Matt Woollard speaks with consultant dermatologist Dr Leona Yip and Specialist GP Dr Lauren Ries about their experience working together within the same clinical setting at Skin Partners in Brisbane. Together, they explore how a GP–dermatologist partnership can work in practice — from patient pathways and day-to-day collaboration, to the benefits for both patients and clinicians. They discuss: How their collaboration first came about and what sparked the model What the patient journey looks like between GP and dermatologist How this approach influences access to care and continuity of treatment The professional impact of working in a derm-focused environment What other clinicians can learn from collaborative models of care They also share the lessons they have learned from working side by side, what surprised them along the way, and their advice for GPs and specialists interested in developing similar approaches. Whether you are interested in building a skin-focused practice, improving collaboration with specialists, or simply curious about how healthcare delivery models are evolving, this conversation offers insights into what is possible when clinicians work together. Prefer a visual format? Watch this episode on the HealthCert Education YouTube channel. About Dr Leona Yip Dr Leona Yip is founding partner and Director of Skin Partners. She is a Melbourne-trained dermatologist and a Fellow of The Australasian College of Dermatologists. Dr Yip previously worked in private and public practice in both Melbourne and Canberra, and is experienced in all aspects of general, surgical and laser dermatology for children and adults. Dr Yip served as an Editorial Consultant for The British Journal of Dermatology from 2018-2021. Dr Yip is a member of the Dermatology Expert Group involved with the formulation of Dermatology Therapeutic Guidelines in Australia. She is currently the Lead Dermatologist for Queensland Cricket. Want to learn more from Dr Leona Yip? Join our next free webinar (in collaboration with CeraVe and DERCOS): Scalp seborrhoeic dermatitis in practice: A GP treatment playbook Dermatologist Dr Leona Yip walks through a practical, treatment first approach to managing scalp seborrhoeic dermatitis in general practice. 🗓️ Tuesday 18 August 2026 at 7pm AEST 👉 Register to join live or receive recording >   About Dr Lauren Ries Dr Lauren Ries is a Specialist General Practitioner. Originally from Canada, Dr Ries moved to Australia during her school years and has proudly called it home ever since. She completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at Monash University, graduating with honours. After working across a range of hospital departments at the Mater Hospital and Queensland Children’s Hospital in Brisbane, Dr Ries followed her passion for General Practice — a specialty she loves for its variety, continuity of care, and the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients. Dr Ries enjoys all aspects of General Practice, with a special interest in Skin Cancer Medicine, Dermatology, and Women’s Health. She is passionate about helping patients feel confident in their skin and supported in their overall health, and she takes pride in providing thorough, thoughtful care. Dr Ries is delighted to be part of the team at Skin Partners, where she continues to refine and expand her dermatology skills.   Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses in General Dermatology Deep-dive into our university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation in GP dermatology. ➡️ Explore program > 🎓 Short Courses in General Dermatology Explore short, single-topic CPD courses in focused area of dermatology. Complete in less than 10 hours, from $195. ➡️ Browse Short Courses > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — any topic, any time, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >   Focused Practice Conversations series HealthCert Education's Focused Practice Conversations podcast series explores how GPs build focused areas of practice, why they chose that path, what changed in their clinic, and whether going deeper into one niche was ultimately worth it. Hosted by Matt Woollard.