Mental healthcare in the cardiovascular patient
In this Clinical Lunch Chats episode, Host and Physician, Dr Rust Theron and Guest Psychiatrist, Dr Mohamed Shaquir Salduker, discuss a practical, integrated approach to mental healthcare in the cardiovascular patient.
Peripartum depression – Recognise early, Intervene effectively – A Practical approach to maternal mental health
In this practical Clinical Lunch Chats discussion host and Physician, Dr Rust Theron and Psychiatrist, Dr Elsa du Toit explores how clinicians can identify peripartum depression early.
Optimising long-acting Testosterone Replacement Therapy – Delivery clinical value without compromise
In this clinical lunch chat, Physician and host, Dr Rust Theron and Urologist, Dr Smart, examines how the pharmacokinetic characteristics of long-acting therapy translate into everyday clinical practice, including achieving appropriate testosterone exposure while minimising unwanted peaks, troughs and adverse effects.
Hantavirus and Ebola – Implications for South African Clinical Practice
In this clinical lunch chat, host physician, Dr Rust Theron and Prof Jantjie Taljaard, Infectious Diseases Specialist, Tygerberg hospital, focuses on practical clinical recognition, differential diagnosis, infection control principles, risk stratification, and appropriate referral pathways for general practitioners.
A practical approach to treating irritable bowel syndrome
In this clinical lunch chats episode, Dr Rust Theron is joined by Prof Mashiko Setshedi to discuss a practical and contemporary approach to treating IBS in everyday South African clinical practice.
The ethical balance between AI and human Intelligence in clinical practice
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
From Infants to Adults: Navigating Rotavirus and Modern Immunisation Strategies
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
The ADHD Landscape – Why are all stimulants not the same
In this Clinical Lunch Chat episode, Dr Rust Theron is joined by a Psychiatrist, Professor Renata
Schoeman to explore the current ADHD treatment landscape.
The importance of iron for health
This episode Dr Piet Wessels explores the evolving understanding of iron metabolism and deficiency, focusing on practical diagnostic strategies for general practitioners
Ethics of ICU admission
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
Seizure emergencies
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
From first script to menopause – Selecting the right contraceptive option
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
Beyond the surface – Modern management of acne vulgaris
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.
The triple threat: Tackling cardio renal-metabolic disease in primary care
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.
Vaping and South African schools
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.