This week on sMater, Mater Private Hospital Townsville Neurologist Dr Craig Costello discusses supporting Parkinson's patients through Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).  Dr Costello outlines the DBS process and potential outcomes. To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

This week on sMater, Mater Clinical Psychologist Arwyn Warner speaks about life after cancer treatment. She explains that the emotional recovery can often come as a shock and that - like treatment - can be different for each person. #smater #mater #oncology #psychology #psycho-oncology #cancertreatment #cancersurvivorship To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

In this episode of sMater, we delve into robotic-assisted hysterectomies with Mater Private Hospital Mackay Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Dr Ritu Rana.  Dr Rana reflects on the evolution of hysterectomies from traditional procedures several decades ago to laparoscopic procedures - and now to the further advancements offered by robotic-assisted surgeries.  To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

Australia is on a mission to eliminate cervical cancer by 2035 and could become the first country in the world to actively achieve this goal. Listen to Mater Senior Medical Oncologist Dr Catherine Shannon elaborate on how we're ahead of the curve, this week on sMater. #smater #mater #oncology #cervicalcancer #cervicalcancerawareness #cervicalcancerscreening To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

Did you know endometrial cancer is the most common type of gynaecological cancer in Australia, with more than 3,000 Australian women diagnosed with the cancer each year? This week on sMater, Mater Gynaecological Oncologist Dr Nim Cabraal talks about the rising incidence rate, the risk factors, signs and symptoms, and the treatment options available. Tune into sMater to learn more. [1] The Rise of Endometrial Cancer - ANZGOG To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

Around 1,000 women aged under 40 are diagnosed with breast cancer each year in Australia. And as Mater Medical Oncologist Dr Rebecca Moor explains, they have unique challenges other patients may not face. #mater #breastcancer #oncology #health To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

In recognition of Endometriosis Awareness Month, we meet Mackay Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Dr Naguesh Gaunekar.  Dr Gaunekar outlines why it can take in excess of six years to diagnose endometriosis and the impact this can have on fertility. To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

Deciding what treatment path a breast cancer patient should follow can be complex and depends on so many different elements, from the stage of cancer right through to the patient's values.  This week on sMater, Mater Breast and Endocrine Surgeon Dr Emma Clarkson unpacks the process she uses to work with a patient to decide on the best course of action for them, and why working with the patient can lead to better outcomes.  #mater #breastcancer #oncology #breastsurgery #health To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

This episode on sMater, we recognise World Kidney Day with Mater Private Hospital Townsville Nephrologist Dr Rahul Dua.  Dr Dua discusses why the early detection of chronic kidney disease is important, and the relationship it shares with diabetes.  To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more

This week on sMater, we're continuing the conversation around women's health, with a specific focus on breast cancer.  Tune in to hear Mater Private Hospital Brisbane's Director of Medical Services Professor Chris Pyke talk about early breast cancer, including the developments that have improved detection and how he sees that continuing to advance in the future.    To learn more about Mater, visit mater.org.au ..read more