HealthCert Insights – A Podcast for Doctors, Nurses and Healthcare Professionals

What actually builds your skin cancer diagnostic skills over time?

Most GPs see suspicious skin lesions every day. The harder part is deciding, with confidence, which ones need action, which can be monitored, and which are safe to leave alone.  

In this episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts, A/Prof Tony Dicker and A/Prof John Pyne unpack what genuinely builds diagnostic accuracy in day-to-day practice. The conversation covers:

Why volume matters

Not in a rushed, high-throughput sense, but in repeated, deliberate exposure. Over time, pattern recognition sharpens, and subtle lesions become easier to spot.

Why your role matters

A/Prof Dicker and A/Prof Pyne make a clear distinction between being the “diagnostic brain” versus trying to do everything. High-performing clinics are often structured so the GP focuses on assessment and decision-making, with systems and staff supporting everything around it.

How you can measure what you're doing

They point to simple but underused markers of performance, like your ratio of melanoma in situ to invasive melanoma, and the Breslow thickness of lesions you detect. These are practical ways to reflect on whether you are picking things up early enough.

Why tools only help if they build on experience

Dermoscopy, and later confocal microscopy, are framed as extensions of clinical thinking, not shortcuts. Each adds another layer, but none replace the need for solid fundamentals.

Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.

 

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 Micro-Courses in Skin Cancer
Explore short, single-topic CPD modules for focused learning in skin cancer medicine and surgery. Complete in less than 10 hours from only $95.
➡️ Browse Micro-Courses >

🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin Cancer
Explore our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
➡️ Explore full program >

🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription
Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee.
➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >

Life by a Thousand Cuts 

This podcast series is designed to help you enhance your clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and confidence in skin cancer management. Focus on real-world cases, surgical techniques and tips, journal article reviews, diagnostic and management insights, and guest interviews with GPs and specialists.

 

From referring to performing: The real ROI of procedural upskilling

Many GPs regularly refer procedures out. It is efficient, familiar, and often feels like the safest option in a busy clinic. But what happens when you start bringing those procedures back in-house?

In this first episode of HealthCert's new podcast series, Focused Practice Conversations, practice operations expert Matt Woollard speaks with specialist GP Dr Raj Selvarajan about the real-world impact and ROI of procedural upskilling.

A different way to think about education

One of the more practical reframes discussed is this: education is not a cost centre, it is a capability investment. Rather than thinking in CPD cycles, Dr Selvarajan encourages GPs to zoom out and consider five-year career arcs, and what incremental skill-building can compound into over time.

What changes inside the clinic

Using skin cancer as an example, the shift from referring to performing can influence more than just billings. You may start to notice less referral leakage, better use of treatment rooms, greater continuity of care, and a gradual change in how your sessions are structured. These shifts tend to build quietly, then accelerate as confidence grows.

Adding a procedural stream

The conversation also explores what happens when GPs introduce a dedicated procedural list, such as vasectomy, and why many hesitate to take that first step.

Prefer a visual format? Watch here.

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 Certificate Courses
Deep-dive into a university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation in 20+ special interest fields.
➡️  Explore Certificate Courses >

🎓 Single-topic courses
Explore 400 short, online CPD modules in focused topics — and learn exactly what you need, when you need it. Complete in less than 10 hours from $95.
➡️ Browse single-topic courses > 

🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription
Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee.
➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >

 

Focused Practice Conversations series

HealthCert Education's Focused Practice Conversations podcast series explores how GPs build focused areas of practice, why they chose that path, what changed in their clinic, and whether going deeper into one niche was ultimately worth it. Hosted by Matt Woollard.

Melanoma pathophysiology, UVA exposure and prevention

Melanoma risk is not static. It is influenced by how Australians live, work, and expose their skin to ultraviolet radiation every day.

In this webinar and Q&A session, Prof Pascale Guitera (Melanoma Institute Australia) unpacks the pathophysiology of melanoma, with a focus on UVA exposure, year-round photoprotection, and what this means for everyday general practice.

Delivered in collaboration with La Roche Posay, this webinar teaches how to:

• Interpret UV index information and apply it to patient counselling
• Explain the role of UVA exposure in melanoma development and prevention
• Advise patients on appropriate sunscreen use, including formulation and quantity
• Distinguish between mineral and chemical sunscreens in clinical contexts
• Understand regulatory considerations affecting sunscreen availability
• Apply current Australian melanoma screening principles in general practice

If you would like a clearer framework for discussing UV exposure, risk, and screening with your patients, watch the replay to get real-world guidance you can apply immediately in clinic.

Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.

About Prof Pascale Guitera

Prof Pascale Guitera is Director of the Sydney Melanoma Diagnostic Centre at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and faculty member of the Melanoma Institute Australia. She is holding her academic position at the University Of Sydney with a particular interest in new diagnosis tools for skin cancers. 

 

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 Micro-Courses in Skin Cancer
Explore short, single-topic CPD modules for focused learning in skin cancer medicine. Complete in less than 10 hours from $95.
➡️ Browse Micro-Courses > 

🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin Cancer
Dive deeper with our university-assured, structured pathway from foundation to subspecialisation to elevate your skin cancer knowledge.
➡️ Explore full program >

🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription
Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, any topic, one flat annual fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >

Menopause treatments in general practice: HealthCert GP Update, 2026

In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo guides you through hormonal and non-hormonal treatment options for menopause in general practice — providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs.

What you will learn

Menopause presentations are increasing in complexity and expectations from patients are higher than ever. From navigating hormone therapy risks and benefits, to managing vasomotor symptoms, mood, sleep disturbance, bone health and cardiometabolic risk, GPs are often the first (and ongoing) point of care.

In this HealthCert GP Update webinar, Dr Simone Gonzo guides you through:

• When and how to prescribe menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) safely
• Risk stratification and contraindications 
• Managing women who are unsuitable for hormones 
• Evidence-based non-hormonal treatment options
• Structuring menopause consultations in busy general practice
• Practical documentation and follow-up considerations

Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 Primary Certificate of Menopause & Women's Health
A three-module entry course deep-diving into midlife care for women — ideal if you are seeking a focused update. Covers menopause, post-menopause health issues, and hormonal health. Online | 30.5 hours CPD.
➡️ Explore short course >  

Expert tips for improving hair disorder diagnosis

Hair and scalp concerns are increasingly common in general practice, yet diagnosing hair disorders can often feel uncertain. Many conditions appear similar at first glance, and subtle differences in history or examination can significantly alter management and prognosis.

In this webinar, Dr Ahmed Kazmi shares a structured approach to assessing hair and scalp complaints in everyday practice.

• How to perform a focused yet thorough scalp and hair examination

• Key history questions that can rapidly narrow differential diagnoses

• How trichoscopy findings can improve diagnostic accuracy

• Diagnostic pearls across common hair disorders, helping you distinguish inflammatory, scarring, and non-scarring causes of hair loss

• When further investigation, biopsy, or referral may be appropriate

The webinar includes case discussions and a Q&A segment, providing practical insights that can be directly applied in general practice.

 

Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 New Certificate Courses in Medical Trichology
Deepen your clinical confidence in the diagnosis and management of hair and scalp disorders in primary care, with our newly released Professional Certificate of Medical Trichology — developed and delivered by Dr Ahmed Kazmi and a faculty of FACD dermatologists and international experts in hair science. Take your learning further & save $200 with code PCMTR200 until 7 April.
➡️ Explore course >

When and how to introduce aesthetic devices into your clinic

For many clinicians moving into aesthetic medicine, purchasing a device can feel like a major milestone. But knowing when to invest (and how to choose the right technology for your clinic) is not always straightforward.

In this episode of The Aesthetic Shift podcast, NP Kelly Beasy speaks with Chloe Newman, a Registered Nurse with extensive experience in aesthetic medicine and clinical education. Together, they unpack the realities behind introducing devices into an aesthetic practice.

Rather than focusing purely on technology, the discussion looks at the clinical and business thinking that should guide these decisions.

In this episode, they discuss:

• How Chloe’s journey into aesthetic medicine began, and what her first device purchase taught her
• The signs a clinic may be ready to introduce device-based treatments
• Common mistakes clinicians make when investing in devices too early
• How to evaluate technology beyond the headline price tag
• Ways to manage risk through leasing, trials, or shared device models
• Considerations for integrating a new device into your clinic, from team training to patient education

For GPs exploring aesthetics, device-based treatments can open new clinical and business opportunities. However, as Chloe explains, success often depends less on the device itself and more on timing, strategy, and integration into an existing patient journey.

Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.

 

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 Single-topic courses in Aesthetic Medicine
Explore short CPD modules in focused topics in cosmetic medicine for GPs and nurses. Complete in less than 10 hours, from $95.
➡️ Browse Micro-Courses >

🎓 Certificate Courses in Aesthetic Medicine
Dive deeper with our university-assured, structured Professional Diploma pathway to elevate your skills in primary care cosmetic medicine.
➡️  Explore full program >

 

The Aesthetic Shift series

The Aesthetic Shift podcast is for cosmetic practitioners looking to evolve, diversify, and future-proof their aesthetic practice. Each episode explores core cosmetic topics to help you broaden your offering and build a more resilient practice! Host Kelly Beasy is a Nurse Practitioner, clinic owner, and cosmetic medicine trainer at KB Aesthetix with 20 years of nursing experience and 10+ years’ experience in the aesthetic industry. She also offers a 1:1 mentorship program for clinicians.

ADHD management in QLD general practice: HealthCert GP Update, 2026

In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo unpacks what has changed for Queensland GPs in the management of ADHD in primary care — providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs.

What you will learn

From 1 December 2025, Queensland became the first Australian state to allow suitably trained GPs to initiate, modify and continue stimulant medication for adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This represents a significant shift in scope of practice, with important clinical, regulatory and documentation considerations for GPs.

In this HealthCert GP Update webinar and Q&A, Dr Simone Gonzo walks through the practical implications of the new Queensland framework, focusing on how adult ADHD can be diagnosed, managed and reviewed safely in general practice.

Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 NEW: ADHD in General Practice short course
Continue your learning in this area with our new eight-case short course, featuring real GP scenarios, practical prescribing guidance, and clear documentation and safety frameworks for the management of ADHD. $195 | Online | CPD accredited.
➡️ Coming soon — Join the waitlist >

🎓 Micro-Courses
Explore 400 short, focused, single-topic CPD modules in child health, mental health, and many more. Complete in under 10 hours, from $95. 
➡️ Browse Micro-Courses >

🎓 Certificate Courses
Deep dive into a university-assured, structured pathway in Child & Adolescent Health, Mental Health, and many more.
➡️ Explore Certificate Courses >

Tutorial for deep sutures behind the knee

Closing thin skin behind the knee can be tricky, but mastering deep sutures makes all the difference.

In this episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts, A/Prof Tony Dicker walks through a real case, demonstrating his approach to closing thin skin behind the knee with deep sutures. A video demonstration accompanies the podcast.

A/Prof Dicker explains how he plans the excision, manages delicate tissue, and navigates the subtle challenges that can arise in these tight areas.

If you have faced difficult closures on the knee, calf, or shin, this tutorial offers tips you can immediately apply in your practice.

Please note: This episode includes a visual tutorial. A video version is available here for those who wish to view it. 

 

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓  NEW Micro-Course: Introduction to the Dermatoscope
Led by A/Prof Tony Dicker, this short course introduces the dermatoscope as the clinician’s key diagnostic tool for skin examination — a practical foundation for those beginning their journey in skin cancer detection.
✅ Learn how to use the dermatoscope and capture clinical images.
🎖️ 9.5 hours CPD  •  Online  •   $195
👉 Learn more & enrol >

🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin Cancer
Explore our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
➡️ Explore full program

Life by a Thousand Cuts 

This podcast series is designed to help you enhance your clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and confidence in skin cancer management. Focus on real-world cases, surgical techniques and tips, journal article reviews, diagnostic and management insights, and guest interviews with GPs and specialists.

Hair loss in primary care: Training, pitfalls & transplant realities

In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, NP Kelly Beasy and specialist GP Dr Raj Selvarajan continue their conversation on hair loss management in primary care — covering upskilling, integrating hair services into general practice, and the realities of hair transplantation.

In part one, we covered the clinical assessment and diagnosis of hair loss.

Missed part one? Catch up here.

In part two, the focus shifts to the practical side of building hair services within general practice, including:

• Where and how clinicians can upskill
• How to start gradually and build confidence
• Common early mistakes and pitfalls when entering the field
• The importance of patient selection and expectation management

Kelly and Dr Selvarajan also discuss how to integrate aesthetic and hair treatments into an existing GP clinic, from structuring consults and allocating dedicated procedure days to educating staff and managing workflow.

The conversation then unpacks hair transplantation:

• What is involved behind the scenes
• How procedures are structured
• The level of preparation required
• Why aftercare and safety standards matter, particularly in the context of patients travelling overseas.

If you are curious about expanding your scope into hair medicine, or simply want a clearer picture of what is involved, this episode provides an honest, experience-based overview from someone actively practising in the space.

Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓 New Certificate Courses in Medical Trichology
Deepen your clinical confidence in the diagnosis and management of hair and scalp disorders in primary care, with our newly released Professional Certificate of Medical Trichology — developed and delivered by Dr Ahmed Kazmi and a faculty of FACD dermatologists and international experts in hair science. Take your learning further & save $200 with code PCMTR200 until 7 April.
➡️ Explore course >

 

 

Dr Raj Selvarajan

Dr Raj Selvarajan is a Specialist General Practitioner with extensive experience across primary care, men’s health, skin cancer medicine, and aesthetic medicine. Over the years, he has built a reputation for delivering practical, patient-centred care while developing several successful clinical services in Queensland. His interest in aesthetic medicine began with a focus on evidence-based treatments that genuinely improve confidence and quality of life. This naturally led him into the world of hair loss assessment and management — an area where he saw many patients struggling with misinformation, high-cost commercial clinics, and a lack of medical guidance. Driven to change this, Dr Selvarajan undertook advanced training in hair restoration, PRP/PRF therapy, and surgical techniques, refining a model of care that is accessible, ethical, and grounded in science. His work in hair loss has since shaped the growth of his aesthetic and procedural services, from community-based cosmetic clinics to his dedicated Brisbane Hair Transplant Clinic. Across his professional roles, Dr Selvarajan remains committed to education, innovation, and empowering patients with honest, medically guided options, ensuring they receive safe, effective, and personalised treatment plans.

Learn more at www.brisbanehairtransplant.com.au and www.bemedicalcentre.com.au

The Aesthetic Shift series

The Aesthetic Shift podcast is for cosmetic practitioners looking to evolve, diversify, and future-proof their aesthetic practice. Each episode explores core cosmetic topics to help you broaden your offering and build a more resilient practice! Host Kelly Beasy is a Nurse Practitioner, clinic owner, and cosmetic medicine trainer at KB Aesthetix with 20 years of nursing experience and 10+ years’ experience in the aesthetic industry. She also offers a 1:1 mentorship program for clinicians.

 

Dr Moz's path into skin cancer medicine

Most doctors don’t set out to become skin cancer clinicians, but rather arrive there after a series of unexpected turns. In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts, Dr Mostafa "Moz" Khalafalla shares how an unconventional career path led him into skin cancer medicine, and why it has become the most satisfying part of his work.

Tune in to the conversation with A/Prof Tony Dicker, as Dr Moz shares:

• Why there is no linear path into skin cancer — From obstetrics and emergency medicine to general practice, Dr Moz reflects on how each step shaped his clinical confidence and decision-making.

• How dermoscopy changed everything — The dermatoscope as a diagnostic tool, the early learning curve, and why diagnostics (not just surgery) remain the most rewarding part of skin cancer work.

• Balancing procedures with relationships — How skin cancer medicine allows long-term patient relationships without the intensity of full-time general practice.

• Educational social media, done carefully — How Dr Moz uses short-form video to counter misinformation, with clear boundaries around consent, de-identification and medico-legal risk.

• From learner to teacher — Navigating impostor syndrome, staying clinically sharp, and the responsibility that comes with teaching peers and the public.

This is a thoughtful conversation for GPs interested in dermoscopy, skin cancer medicine, and how clinical practice continues to evolve.

Prefer a visual format? Watch this podcast here.

 

Next steps in your learning journey

🎓  NEW Micro-Course: Introduction to the Dermatoscope
Led by A/Prof Tony Dicker, this short course introduces the dermatoscope as the clinician’s key diagnostic tool for skin examination — a practical foundation for those beginning their journey in skin cancer detection.
✅ Learn how to use the dermatoscope and capture clinical images.
🎖️ 9.5 hours CPD  •  Online  •   $195
👉 Learn more & enrol >

🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin Cancer
Explore our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
➡️ Explore full program

Life by a Thousand Cuts 

This podcast series is designed to help you enhance your clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and confidence in skin cancer management. Focus on real-world cases, surgical techniques and tips, journal article reviews, diagnostic and management insights, and guest interviews with GPs and specialists.