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Aussie Med Ed, the Australian Medical Education Podcast
Join host, Dr. Gavin Nimon - Orthopaedic Surgeon, as he interviews experts in their fields of medicine and medical-related areas with a unique “Australian style” approach.
We cover a wide and varied list of medical conditions.
Designed for General Practitioners, Medical Students, and anyone interested in Medicine.
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About the Host
Dr Gavin Nimon
Host
Gavin is an Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Adelaide who is committed to providing Quality Care to his patients and supporting his medical colleagues. He is Senior Lecture at the University of Adelaide and teaches medical students and training Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Specialising in Shoulder Elbow, Hand and Knee Surgery, he consults in Glenelg, Seaford, Mt Compass and Middleton, South Australia.
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March 6, 2025
Breathe Easy: Understanding Respiratory Diseases an interview with Re…
Send us a text Description: In this episode of Aussie Med Ed, Dr. Gavin Nimon ( Orthopaedic Surgeon ) interviews Dr. Thomas Altree, a respiratory physician, to provide a comprehensive overview of respiratory diseases, includi...
Jan. 15, 2025
Mastering Medical Statistics: Elevate Your Clinical Decision Making
Send us a text Join host Dr Gavin Nimon ( Orthopaedic Surgeon ) as he unlocks the mysteries of medical statistics and take your clinical decision-making skills to new heights with insights from Dr. Adam Badenoch, an anaesthet...
Dec. 18, 2023
Insights into Indigenous Health: A Focus on Cultural Sensitivity
Send us a text What would it be like if you could experience firsthand the rich and complex tapestry of Indigenous culture, through the eyes of someone who's lived it? Let's set off on this journey together with Kendall Fitzg...
July 24, 2024
Journey to Becoming a Surgeon with Dr Fidock
Send us a text What does it take to become a surgeon in Australia? Join us on Aussie Med Ed as we navigate the rigorous and rewarding journey of surgical training with Dr. Blake Fidock, an Orthopaedic registrar. You'll learn ...
Nov. 1, 2024
The Rule of Threes: Simplifying Complex Hand Conditions in Medicine
Send us a text Can simplifying complex medical diagnoses be as easy as one, two, three? Join me, Dr Gavin Nimon ( Orthopaedic Surgeon ), as we uncover the secrets of the rule of threes in tackling musculoskeletal hand conditi...
Nov. 25, 2024
Unlocking the Power of Nutrition: A Guide to Balanced Diets Across Li…
Send us a text This is approved for 1 hour RACGP CPD - accredited activity to complete - click on registration link after listenning remember to provide RACGP member number and email registration link Discover the transformat...
Feb. 9, 2025
Unlocking Myeloid Dyplasias and Malignancies: Insights into Diagnosis…
Send us a text This episode explores the complexities of myeloid conditions, including myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative neoplasms, and acute myeloid leukaemia, with insights from Dr. Joanna Czerwinski. Host, Dr G...
March 27, 2025
Medical Registries explained: The hidden key to healthier nation an i…
Send us a text The silent revolution happening in healthcare often goes unnoticed by patients, but medical registries have fundamentally transformed how medicine is practiced—particularly in orthopaedic surgery.Join Dr Gavin ...
April 27, 2025
The Silent Burn: Understanding GORD Beyond Heartburn
Send us a text That burning sensation in your chest might be more than just occasional heartburn. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) affects one in five Australian adults and can profoundly impact quality of life when lef...
June 15, 2025
The Silent Fracture: Understanding Osteoporosis
Send us a text The silent, stealthy nature of osteoporosis makes it one of medicine's most challenging conditions. Patients can lose precious bone mass for years with absolutely no symptoms, only discovering their condition after a devastating, life-altering fracture. With over a million Australian…
Aug. 7, 2025
The Hidden Rewards of Rural Medicine: One Doctor's Journey
Send us a text What happens when the nearest specialist is over 700 kilometers away? For Dr. Chong Han Lim, that reality shaped his entire approach to medicine. Join Dr Gavin Nimon (Orthopaedic Surgeon and Host) as he interviews Dr. Lim ( Han ) about his journey from Singapore to the small coastal …
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Nov. 1, 2024
A simple way of recalling surgical options of Hand Conditions
Navigating the Complex World of Hand Conditions Hand conditions can be a labyrinth for both medical students and practitioners, given the complexity of the hand’s anatomy and the variety of possible injuries or pathologies. In my podcast, Aus…
Aug. 23, 2024
Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy: Insights from Dr. Jessica Hafner
In a captivating episode of Aussie Med Ed, Dr. Gavin Nimon explores the intricate world of peripheral neuropathy with Dr. Jessica Hafner, a neurologist at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. This episode serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding th…
April 11, 2024
Unraveling the Complex World of Shoulder Injuries and Dislocations
When it comes to shoulder injuries, understanding the complex interplay of anatomy, injury, and recovery is crucial. Dr Gavin Nimon, an orthopaedic surgeon and senior lecturer, provides a deep dive into this subject in a recent podcast episode t…
Aug. 7, 2025
The Hidden Rewards of Rural Medicine: One Doctor's Journey
Send us a text What happens when the nearest specialist is over 700 kilometers away? For Dr. Chong Han Lim, that reality shaped his entire approach to medicine. Join Dr Gavin Nimon (Orthopaedic Surgeon and Host) as he interviews Dr. Lim ( Han ) about his journey from Singapore to the small coastal town of Tumby Bay in rural South Australia, and he reveals the profound ways that country practice transforms physicians. What began as a six-month placement extended to six years as he discovered …
June 15, 2025
The Silent Fracture: Understanding Osteoporosis
Send us a text The silent, stealthy nature of osteoporosis makes it one of medicine's most challenging conditions. Patients can lose precious bone mass for years with absolutely no symptoms, only discovering their condition after a devastating, life-altering fracture. With over a million Australians affected and our population steadily aging, understanding how to identify, investigate and treat this condition couldn't be more crucial. Yet despite its prevalence, osteoporosis remain…
April 27, 2025
The Silent Burn: Understanding GORD Beyond Heartburn
Send us a text That burning sensation in your chest might be more than just occasional heartburn. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) affects one in five Australian adults and can profoundly impact quality of life when lef...
March 27, 2025
Medical Registries explained: The hidden key to healthier nation an interview with Prof Richard Page.
Send us a text The silent revolution happening in healthcare often goes unnoticed by patients, but medical registries have fundamentally transformed how medicine is practiced—particularly in orthopaedic surgery.Join Dr Gavin ...
March 6, 2025
Breathe Easy: Understanding Respiratory Diseases an interview with Respiratory Physician- Dr Thomas Altree
Send us a text Description: In this episode of Aussie Med Ed, Dr. Gavin Nimon ( Orthopaedic Surgeon ) interviews Dr. Thomas Altree, a respiratory physician, to provide a comprehensive overview of respiratory diseases, includi...
Feb. 9, 2025
Unlocking Myeloid Dyplasias and Malignancies: Insights into Diagnosis and Treatment
Send us a text This episode explores the complexities of myeloid conditions, including myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative neoplasms, and acute myeloid leukaemia, with insights from Dr. Joanna Czerwinski. Host, Dr G...
Jan. 15, 2025
Mastering Medical Statistics: Elevate Your Clinical Decision Making
Send us a text Join host Dr Gavin Nimon ( Orthopaedic Surgeon ) as he unlocks the mysteries of medical statistics and take your clinical decision-making skills to new heights with insights from Dr. Adam Badenoch, an anaesthet...
Nov. 25, 2024
Unlocking the Power of Nutrition: A Guide to Balanced Diets Across Life Stages with Dietitian Nick Wray
Send us a text This is approved for 1 hour RACGP CPD - accredited activity to complete - click on registration link after listenning remember to provide RACGP member number and email registration link Discover the transformat...
Nov. 1, 2024
The Rule of Threes: Simplifying Complex Hand Conditions in Medicine
Send us a text Can simplifying complex medical diagnoses be as easy as one, two, three? Join me, Dr Gavin Nimon ( Orthopaedic Surgeon ), as we uncover the secrets of the rule of threes in tackling musculoskeletal hand conditi...
Oct. 10, 2024
Unraveling Lymphoid Malignancies: Leukaemia and Lymphoma Explained with Dr. Joanna Czerwinski
Send us a text This is approved for 1 hour RACGP CPD - accredited activity to complete - click on registration link after listenning remember to provide RACGP member number and email registration link Join Dr Gavin Nimon (Ort...