MDHS Health Hub Podcast

Episode 3: The Power of Language and Speech - Dr Jemma Skeat

On today's episode Andy and I discuss the role of a speech pathologist in working to help individuals with communication and swallowing difficulties, and we learn about how rewarding this career can be! We also discuss the importance of having a mentor, trends in clinical practice, and the influence of technology for the future of the field.

Episode 4: Building partnerships with Indigenous communities - Dr Phyllis Lau

On todays instalment Andy and I had the opportunity to talk with Dr Phyllis Lau from the faculty about her multiple and varied roles in education and research, particularly regarding primary clinical care for indigenous Australian populations and the importance of mentoring for her career progression.

Episode 6: Public Health & Physiotherapy - Graduate Study Pathways

In this second episode talking with graduate students about their academic journeys, we talk with Joseph Nartey (Master of Science, Epidemiology) and Kimberly Hui Thing Chian (Doctor of Physiotherapy) about their experiences of graduate study, what motivates them, and what advice they would give to students interested in following a similar pathway.

Episode 2: Overcoming Adversity and Finding Your Niche! - Dr Snezana Kusljic

On today's episode Andy and I talk to an incredibly inspiring guest with stories of triumph over adversity, insight into neuropsychopharmacology and its role in clinical practice, and hear about her advice to current students that will be sure to leave you feeling inspired and motivated to reflect on your own journey and explore your future career opportunities!

Episode 5: Graduate study: Life beyond your Bachelor's - Georgia Carruana

In this episode Dan and Andy talk with PhD student Georgia Carruana about her study in the Department of Psychiatry, her journey to research and we discuss just how enjoyable, and at times challenging research can be!

Episode 1: How to thrive in your first year at University!

Welcome to the first ever episode of the UniMelb Student Life Podcast! On today's episode hosts Andy and Dan discuss their experiences with transitioning from high school to University, and we hear from some of our Peer Mentors about what advice they would give to new students beginning university and dealing with the challenges of the current COVID-19 pandemic.

An intro

Find out what we're all about, and the kinds of topics we'll be talking about with all our amazing guests!