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The ethical balance between AI and human Intelligence in clinical practice

Held on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

In discussion with host physician, Dr Rust Theron, Dr David Roytowski, neurosurgeon, brings a practitioner’s perspective to the ethics and application of AI in the South African healthcare context

Earn 1 ETHICS CEU

From Infants to Adults: Navigating Rotavirus and Modern Immunisation Strategies

Held on Tuesday, 28 April 2026 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

Dr Rust Theron is joined by a Virologist, Dr Jean Maritz to discuss the ongoing impact of rotavirus on the infant population, with a focus on practical management in primary care, recognition of complications, and the importance of vaccination in prevention strategies

Earn 1 CEU

The ADHD Landscape – Why are all stimulants not the same

Held on Tuesday, 14 April 2026 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

In this Clinical Lunch Chat episode, Dr Rust Theron is joined by a Psychiatrist, Professor Renata
Schoeman to explore the current ADHD treatment landscape.

Earn 1 CEU

The importance of iron for health

Held on Tuesday, 24 March 2026 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

This episode Dr Piet Wessels explores the evolving understanding of iron metabolism and deficiency, focusing on practical diagnostic strategies for general practitioners

Earn 1 CEU

Ethics of ICU admission

Held on Tuesday, 14 October 2025 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

Professor Guy Richards provides guidance on how to navigate decision-making in critical care, balance resource limitations, and apply ethical principles such as distributive justice in everyday practice

Earn 1 Ethics CEU

Seizure emergencies

Held on Tuesday, 30 September 2025 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

This episode delves into Dr James Butler’s knowledge and experience to provide evidence based insights into the recognition and management of seizures and epilepsy in clinical practice

Earn 1 CEU

From first script to menopause – Selecting the right contraceptive option

Held on Tuesday, 16 September 2025 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

The discussion between host, Dr Rust Theron, specialist physician and guest, Dr Mpume Zenda, obstetrician, gynaecologist and sexologist, addresses clinical considerations, patient preferences, safety, and evidence based best practice to support healthcare professionals in optimising contraceptive care across a woman’s reproductive life course

Earn 1 CEU

Beyond the surface – Modern management of acne vulgaris

Held on Tuesday, 2 September 2025 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

Dr Theron and Dr Visser explore the latest evidence-based approaches to acne management, from updated classification and pathophysiology to modern topical and systemic treatment strategies.

Earn 1 CEU

The triple threat: Tackling cardio renal-metabolic disease in primary care

Held on Tuesday, 19 August 2025 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

In this episode host, Dr Rust Theron and specialist guest Dr Zaheer Bayat covers early detection, staging, screening, lifestyle change, and breakthrough therapies like SGLT-2 inhibitors and incretins.

Earn 1 CEU

Vaping and South African schools

Held Tuesday, 5 August 2025 with an unrestricted educational grant from Cipla

Watch host, Dr Rust Theron and specialist guest, Prof Richard van Zyl-Smit as they help clinicians better understand young patients’ attitudes toward vaping and the serious health risks involved.

Earn 1 CEU