Goodfellow Unit
byThe Goodfellow Unit (University of Auckland)
EducationHealthFitnessMedicineScience
The Goodfellow Unit Podcast is an educational resource designed for healthcare professionals, particularly those in primary care. Produced by the Goodfellow Unit at the University of Auckland, this podcast delivers concise, evidence-based discussions on a wide range of clinical topics relevant to general practice. Episodes feature expert interviews and practical insights designed to enhance patient care, support ongoing professional development, and keep clinicians current with the latest guidelines. Its focus is on making complex medical information clear and actionable for everyday practice.
Episodes(40 episodes)
Measles outbreak
Nikki Turner unpacks measles containment, vaccination's role in eradication, and how you can change the outbreak's trajectory.
Published: Nov 11, 2025Duration: 20m 11s
Fibroids
Dr Jessica Dunning explores fibroids - symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, fertility impact, and why care must be individualised.
Published: Oct 28, 2025Duration: 28m 38s
Grief: A personal journey
Psychologist Suze Malcolm explores grief’s complexity, cultural nuances, and why compassionate, individualised support matters.
Published: Oct 14, 2025Duration: 52m 15s
Palpitations
Dr Niall Foley breaks down palpitations - what patients mean, key assessments, and why most cases are benign with reassurance.
Published: Sep 30, 2025Duration: 44m 14s
Long-term effects of child cancer treatment
Awras Majeed explains LEAP, long-term surveillance for childhood cancer survivors, and key late effects GPs should watch for.
Published: Sep 16, 2025Duration: 38m 52s
Foetal Anti-Convulsant Syndrome
Dr Jamie Speeden explains Foetal Anti-Convulsant Syndrome. Its causes, diagnosis, prevention, and the GPs vital role in management.
Published: Sep 2, 2025Duration: 30m 20s
Thyroid nodules
Ben Chan explores thyroid nodules, recent changes in assessment and management, and what GPs need to know about risk and follow-up.
Published: Aug 19, 2025Duration: 23m 30s
Kindness in healthcare
Nicki Macklin explores kindness in healthcare. Why it’s more than being nice, & impact on safety, wellbeing, & leadership culture.
Published: Aug 5, 2025Duration: 25m 5s
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Ruveena Kaur unpacks PCOS. Diagnosis, metabolic & reproductive impacts, treatment, & the need for inclusive, evidence-based care.
Published: Jul 22, 2025Duration: 21m 38s
Managing uncertainty in the consultation
Dr Lucy O’Hagan explores strategies for managing diagnostic uncertainty, communicating clearly, and maintaining patient trust.
Published: Jul 8, 2025Duration: 32m 25s
HPV-related head and neck cancer
In this episode, Ben Chan, consultant Head and Neck surgeon, discusses HPV (Human Papillomavirus) related head and neck cancer.
Published: Jun 24, 2025Duration: 25m 23s
Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy
In this episode Ruveena Kaur discusses hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, covering its definition, causes, maternal and fetal risks, safe treatments, and monitoring. It also discusses long-term health implications and primary care management.
Published: Jun 10, 2025Duration: 18m 39s
Travel as an older adult
Jenny Visser discusses essential travel considerations for older adults, particularly exploring the critical role of vaccinations.
Published: May 26, 2025Duration: 23m 25s
Diabetes care
Ryan Paul discusses disparities in diabetes care, focusing on how technology can reduce the equity gap.
Published: May 13, 2025Duration: 24m 36s
The nocebo effect
In this episode Dawn White explores how language in healthcare impacts patient outcomes, focusing on the nocebo effect - where words can unintentionally harm.
Published: Apr 29, 2025Duration: 18m 28s
Violence and adversity
Janet Fanslow talks about adverse childhood experiences, intimate partner violence, and non-partner violence in New Zealand and how these issues impact long-term health. We are learning that people’s experience of violence and adversity as children and throughout the lifecourse has long-term health effects. Janet explores what we mean when we talk about experiences of violence and what we are learning about the health effects.
Published: Apr 15, 2025Duration: 19m 16s
Coeliac disease
In this episode Suzanne Aitken discusses gluten-free diets in patients living with Coeliac disease.
Published: Apr 1, 2025Duration: 21m 17s
Navigating Work and Income
In this episode, Cathy Stephenson discusses the role of the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) and Work and Income, exploring how to navigate the system to ensure your patients receive the right supports and services.
Published: Mar 18, 2025Duration: 1h 0m 48s
Travel during pregnancy
Jenny Visser discusses essential travel considerations for pregnant individuals, focusing on a comprehensive pre-travel consultation.
Published: Mar 4, 2025Duration: 33m 27s
Gut microbiome
Professor Wayne Cutfield discusses the gut microbiome and its impact on conditions like obesity, autism, metabolic disorders, and C.difficile.
Published: Feb 18, 2025Duration: 27m 3s