Refugee Health - Episode 29

Refugee health GP and Chair of the RACGP Refugee Health Specific Interest Group, Dr Aesen Thambiran, discusses the areas in which GPs should focus on when treating patients from a refugee background. Dr Thambiran discusses the issues around language barriers and the free service on offer to GPs facing this; Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS).

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Tim Koh

Dr. Tim Koh is a General Practitioner and practice owner based in Perth, Australia, with over 20 years of experience. Throughout his career, Tim has been continuously involved in GP education and teaching GP registrars. As the host of The Good GP podcast, Tim provides expert insights and practical advice for GPs and other health professionals. Passionate about evidence-based medicine and teaching in general practice, Tim addresses a wide range of topics relevant to primary care, keeping listeners informed about the latest issues affecting the field.

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Sean Stevens

Dr Sean Stevens, a seasoned General Practitioner with 27 years of experience, is a pioneer in medical education and podcasting. As one of the founding voices of The Good GP Podcast since 2016, he has personally contributed to over 60 episodes of their 170+ episode catalogue, sharing invaluable insights with the medical community. Recognised as Australian GP Supervisor of the Year, Sean combines his passion for education with a commitment to embracing new technologies. He is dedicated to empowering fellow GPs and promoting quality care in general practice.