HPG ENGAGE - The Podcast: Recent Episodes
HPG ENGAGE - The Podcast
This is HPG Engage, The Podcast.
On our podcast we will give you insight into the minds and professional experiences of thought leaders in Australia within the healthcare space.
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In this episode of the HPG Engage Podcast, the host interviews Jennie Flaskis, a customer service manager in the healthcare industry. Jenny shares her journey from selling her business to entering the customer service field. She emphasises the importance of seizing opportunities and the serendipitous nature of career paths. As a customer service manager, Jenny discusses the challenges and importance of providing excellent customer service in the medical device industry. She highlights effective communication, training, and team collaboration as key elements. Jenny also praises her experience working with HPG and the strong relationship she has with her recruiter. She values open communication and an open-door policy to address issues promptly. . . . Our role is to place healthcare professionals into healthcare and healthcare-related positions, where they enhance the lives and well-being of patients.
Our culture at HPG embraces Knowledge: acquiring knowledge and sharing knowledge.
We always want to know more. We want to know about people, organisations, working methods, best practices, and success stories. We want to know what works. And what works very well.
And we are always sharing our knowledge so that others are successful because this improves outcomes for everyone.
If you're interested in healthcare opportunities across Australia, check out our website at www.hpgconnect.com
Hey there! Welcome to the latest episode of HPG Engage the Podcast. Today, we're going to follow the journey of Samantha Phillips, a sales rep in the medical device industry. She stumbled upon this career by chance, and she talks about the importance of networking, building relationships, and being proactive in building a successful career...Our role is to place healthcare professionals into healthcare and healthcare-related positions, where they enhance the lives and well-being of patients.Our culture at HPG embraces Knowledge: acquiring knowledge and sharing knowledge.We always want to know more. We want to know about people, organisations, working methods, best practices, and success stories. We want to know what works. And what works very well.And we are always sharing our knowledge so that others are successful because this improves outcomes for everyone.If you're interested in healthcare opportunities across Australia, check out our website at www.hpgconnect.com
On this episode of HPG Engage, we speak with Dr. Izzy Smith, an endocrinologist who shares her personal journey and provides valuable insights into the world of medicine. Dr. Smith discusses what it's like to study medicine, work in a hospital, and specialize in endocrinology. She also highlights some of the biggest challenges facing young doctors today, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.As an endocrinologist, Dr. Smith is passionate about the latest developments in her field and discusses the exciting new research and treatments for conditions such as diabetes, menopause, and metabolic disorders. She provides advice on when to see an endocrinologist and debunks common misconceptions and misinformation surrounding hormones and endocrine disorders.Dr. Smith also emphasises the importance of social media in healthcare education and shares her own experience and insights on how it can be used to educate and empower patients. With a large following on Instagram, she understands the potential for social media to combat misinformation and reach a wider audience.Finally, Dr. Smith discusses her experiences as a woman in healthcare and her involvement with FEMMI, a female-focused organisation dedicated to physical and mental performance. Overall, this podcast provides a fascinating and informative insight into the world of medicine, endocrinology, and the experiences of women in healthcare....Our role is to place healthcare professionals into healthcare and healthcare-related positions, where they enhance the lives and well-being of patients.Our culture at HPG embraces Knowledge: acquiring knowledge and sharing knowledge.We always want to know more. We want to know about people, organisations, working methods, best practices, and success stories. We want to know what works. And what works very well.And we are always sharing our knowledge so that others are successful because this improves outcomes for everyone.If you're interested in healthcare opportunities across Australia, check out our website at www.hpgconnect.com
In this episode of HPG Engage, our host Dwayne-Andrew Kerr, a creative manager at HPG, speaks with healthcare professional Zoe Callister-Hakewill about her positive experience with HPG and her hopes for the future of healthcare. They discuss the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone to succeed and surrounding yourself with the right people, as well as exploring the topic of commercialising healthcare. Additionally, they delve into the topic of keeping aged care workers safe during the pandemic, discussing the challenges faced and what needed to be done to ensure their safety. Join us for an insightful conversation on the healthcare industry and the vital work being done to support those on the frontlines.Very links to our website and more click here - https://linktr.ee/healthcareprofessionalsgroup
Our latest podcast is now LIVE. In this episode, we sit down with our Divisional Manager, Jane Nichols & Recruitment Consultant, Kate Toohill to talk about the World of Customer Service within the Healthcare space. What do we actually talk about in this episode you ask? - What does a Customer Service Representative do? - Characteristics needed to succeed in the role? - What are your career options? - How to enter into the industry as a student finishing Uni. - The future of customer service roles - Interview tips Those are some of the many conversations we have in this episode.Check out our website for more job opportunities - https://hpg.jobs/3G73dG6Check out our web#hpgconnect #loveyourjob #podcast #healthcareprofessionalsgroup #customerservicerep #pharma #medicaldevices
For many of us, we choose our careers but for others, their career chooses them.Have you heard of Serendipity? Serendipity is the faculty or phenomenon of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought.That is what happened with Grace Larson, who is our latest guest on HPG Engage The Podcast.Grace is paving the way in the paediatric education pace but teaching parents and carers best practices for taking care of their children before life takes a turn for the worst.
The world of healthcare has forever changed and the Clinical Research industry is one without exception. There have been major changes in how things are done and IT technology that has been implemented to ensure clinical trials can continue. Find out from our Recruitment Specialists, Davina and Mattias what has been happening.
Here are the links to the FULL Episode: SoundCloud - https://hpg.jobs/3SIYwJk Spotify - https://hpg.jobs/3SUhBsc Apple - https://hpg.jobs/3SRxcsj
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Mental health and mental wealth is a conversation that should always be talked about. This is why we sat down with Kaday Kamara, a Mental Health Clinician working at St. Vincent Hospital to find out about her experience working within the space.
We explore her career progression and the reasons she decided to become a nurse and in particular, one that specialises in Mental Health.
If you or anyone is in need of help, please do not hesitate to speak to a friend or a professional.
Here are some organisations dedicated to helping: Beyond Blue: 1800 512348 | beyondblue.org.au | 24/7 Headspace: 1800 650 890 | headspace.org.au | 9am-lam Kids Helpline: 1800 551800 | kidshelpline.com.au | 24/7 Lifeline: 131114 | lifeline.org.au | 24/7 Lifeline Text Service: 0477131114 | lifeline.org.au/crisis-text | 12pm-12am OCD & Anxiety Helpline: 1300 269 438 | arcvic.org.au | 10am-8.30pm Sane Australia: 1800 187 263 | sane.org | Mon - Fri 10am-10pm
Episode of 1 of HPG Insights.
The industry of Supply Chain & Procurement has drastically changed over the last 3 years. But what exactly has changed? What is going on in the industry today? 2022? That is the question many of our clients and candidates are asking.
In our first instalment of HPG Insights, we have HPG’s Director, Laura Longstaff and Specialist Manager, Gemma Staddon who both specialise in this area, giving us information on those changes.
If you would like more information please reach out to them: Laura Longstaff | llongstaff@hpgconnect.com Gemma Staddon | gstaddon@hpgconnect.com
Roles within Supply Chain & Procurement: https://www.hpgconnect.com/jobs/supply-chain-and-procurement
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The world of healthcare has drasticallychanged and in particular Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Research.
Starting out Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Research? Or have a number of years in the industry? Professor Adrian Bootes is the person you want to be listening to.
Find out from Prof Adrian Bootes, former Assistant Secretary, Head of Prescription Medicines Authorisation at the TGA. In this episode, we are given an amazing insight into how Professor Bootes and the TGA managed to reform structures to help with responding to the emerging therapies and modalities.
With over 20 years in the industry, he shares what he believes is the best way to be successful in Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Research.
What The Health is going on?
The world as we know is constantly changing and that too is the same when it comes to our healthcare industry.
Technology in healthcare and our access to information is right at our fingertips. We are now, more than ever, able to research and learn things about our bodies and the medical industry that we could not have 10, 15 or 20 years ago.
But what can we do better? How can we improve communication across all sectors?
Emily Casey, founder of What The Health and Venture Capitalist gives us an insight into the world of HealthTech! We even cover her unorthodox career path and why she chose the path that she did.
HPG Blog - https://hpg.jobs/3cGJjIZ
Check out their website: https://www.whatthehealth.io
"I started asking, what else is out there? What’s going on? And then, once you open that door, once that Pandora box is open, you can’t unsee that…"
How Do We Create A Positive Body Image?
In today's episode, we speak to Elin Granstrand, a Personal Trainer and Nutritionist whose goal is to help both men and women improve their health while learning to love themselves and their bodies.
We explore the reasons she started her own business, Lotus Health Co and the negatives and positives of social media in the fitness industry.
Thank you to VRTUS Bondi for hosting this podcast episode. Check out their website - https://vrtus.com.au
Elin Granstrand - /www.instagram.com/elingranstrand Lotus Health Co - www.instagram.com/lotushealthco
How are we combating the major world issue of osteoarthritis?
In episode 17 of HPG Engage, we sit down with Dr Jillian Eyles, BAppSc Physiotherapy, Doctor of Philosophy and Research Fellow at Kolling Institute of Medical Research.
We delve into her career, right from the beginning when she was heavily involved in spinal cord injury, how she began her research in Osteoarthritis and the importance of bridging the gap between GPs and newfound research. We cover the need and importance of philanthropy.
Just like many others, the process of medical research can be difficult and there can also be many barriers to success, one of those being lack of funding. The North Foundation plays an important role in assisting Reach Fellows like Dr Jillian Eyles in raising money for their research. Check out the North Foundation website to find out how you can help - https://northfoundation.org.au
WELCOME BACK WITH ANOTHER EPISODE OF HPG ENGAGE.
On today's podcast, we speak with Professor Manuela Ferreira, a Professor of Musculoskeletal Health, NHMRC Leader Fellow.
In this episode, we delve into Professor Ferreira's career. Going all the way back to her childhood and what led her to study physiotherapy in Brazil and then eventually move to Sydney to continue her studies.
Professor Ferreira specialises in the research of Chronic Back Pain and in this episode we speak about her research, surgical trials, and what we can do on a day to day to improve our health.
With everything in life, there are always roadblocks and challenges so it was also important for us to speak about the experiences of being a woman in research as well as the need for funding in order for research to continue.
If you would like more information on how you can assist in research funding, please reach out to the North Foundation - https://northfoundation.org.au
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY!
On Episode 15, "A Woman In Leadership: From Clinical To Pharma" of HPG ENGAGE we have the pleasure of speaking to Jessica Klaver Preston (she/her), an Associate Director Project Management Country Operations at Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
We speak about her career journey from Canada to Australia, Clinical to Pharmaceutical and how she navigated that transition.
She takes us on a journey through her career, helping us to understand the path she took and the reasons why she made the choices that she did.
An inspirational woman that is self-motivated, ambitious and is always wanting to learn more and be challenged.
Want to hear more? Head across to our media hub. https://hpg.jobs/3sQswIZ
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"You can always purse a healthy lifestyle, you can always try and control your environment."
Our second podcast with Dr George Muchnicki, Chief Medical Officer of GeneType explores the world Genetic Testing once again but this time we discuss how are can now begin to bridge the gap between Genetic Testing and General Practice.
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Between 2010–11 and 2014–15, around 91% of workers’ compensation claims involving a mental health condition were linked to work-related stress or mental stress—mental stress refers to the mechanism of injury describing work-related stress in claims data.
Our podcast today is in conjunction with Spinal Health Week. A time of the year, that we raise awareness on how important it is to have a health spine. Spinal Health Week encourages people to become more aware of their posture and to take regular exercise to prevent health problems later in life.
We speak with Shannon London, Found of Swell Yoga Studios.
What is so special about the spine? Why is it so important to move regularly? How can my spinal health affect me mentally and emotionally?
Shannon has given us 4 yoga sequences that we can use to ensure we improve our spine health - https://hpg.jobs/2VgjV4b
These are some of the questions we asked Shannon.
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Everyday we speak with people who literally perform medical magic, across the entire healthcare spectrum. But on our upcoming podcast we’re speaking with a patient. Patients are the end goal in all healthcare and why we are all here doing what we are doing.
Ian has had brain surgery, twice. After being diagnosed with a tumour on his brain, he was operated on within days of the diagnosis. We talk to Ian about his experience; the diagnosis, the treatment, his family, his vast medical team and everything else in between.
This is a particularly special story because the patient, Ian is the husband of Jill, a member of our Clinical Research recruitment team, who will be interviewing him today.
Ian has also joined up with the Cure Cancer Foundation and is doing the Larapinta Trail Trek to raise money for this important cause.
Here is the link to his fund raising page - https://cbcf-larapinta-2021.raisely.com/ian
Have you ever thought much about the future of healthcare or feeling more empowered with your own health?
The future is here and available.
Genetic testing gives more accurate disease prediction to allow for better patient management. But what exactly is it, how does it work and how much does it cost?
We speak to Dr George Muchnicki, CMO of Genetic Technologies, based in Melbourne. He answers all these questions and so much more in our upcoming series:
Genetic Testing | Next Level Wellness.
Available on SoundCloud, Spotify, Apple Podcast, LinkedIn & YouTube.
Ever thought about a career change? Ever thought what your options are when moving from a clinical setting to a corporate one?
Well, that's what Chanelle Wilson did. A Registered Nurse who has made that transition from clinical to corporate. Find out from our very own Ellie Giagos how she helped Chanelle make that step from hospital scrubs to corporate.
Make sure you're not physically lockdown in a lockdown - insights into how best to prepare ourselves, physically and mentally during this time when most of the country is working from home.
Sydney based Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Evin Scanlon chats with Hayley Webb about the bigger physiological picture and what to listen out for in our bodies - not one to be missed right now!
Medical Sales Reps play a vital role in the awareness, distribution, education and supply of medicines, pharmaceutical products, medical devices and therapies.
COVID - 19 has drastically changed the healthcare landscape. It has changed the way we care, communicate and experience healthcare.
Elective surgeries are currently cancelled, which has impacted the way Sales Reps can collaborate in surgeries.
Our Marketing & Brand Manager, Hayley Webb met with Field Sales Manager, Richard Dexter to find out what impact it’s had on him and his team.
What is pharmacovigilance(PV)?
The practice of monitoring the effects of medical drugs after they have been licensed for use.
Our final guest in the Leaders in our Medical Affairs Series is Caroline Benyamin.
Caroline worked as a Medication Review Specialist before her first industry drug safety role at Pfizer. After Pfizer, Caroline moved to Novartis to continue in Drug Safety before taking up her current role as Pharmacovigilance Manager & Head of PV at Merck Serono for both Australia and New Zealand.
Interviewee: Caroline Benyamin Interviewer: Joseph Cox Producer: Dwayne-Andrew Kerr
Video interview also available:
Part 1: https://hpg.jobs/2R4Ubm8 Part 2: https://hpg.jobs/3487yY1 Part 3: https://hpg.jobs/2X4m5Tm
We’ve made major progress in Oncology and the future is bright. 💡
We sit down with David Cade who has gained over 15 years experience within reputable global businesses such as Sirtex and Cochlear working within the oncology & medical devices space.
David chose a very unorthodox career path for a medical practitioner but that has not hindered his success. On our he gives us an insight into how and why he made these decisions as well as the future of oncology and the progress we have made over the last 20 years.
Interviewee: David Cade Interviewer: Joseph Cox Producer: Dwayne-Andrew Kerr
Video Interview Available.
PART 1: https://hpg.jobs/2uI1icj
Jane has an impressive career in Medical Information which spans over 20 years, and was previously the Global Head of Medical Information at Bayer, one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. Jane has a Bachelor and Masters in Natural Sciences from Cambridge University, London. Not long after she moved to Sydney complete her PhD in Virology. We find out from Jane what drew her to medical information, some of the enjoyable & challenging aspects of her role as well as a plethora of other topics within the Medical Information space.
Interviewee: Jane Worrallo Interviewer: Jasmine Wynne Producer: Dwayne-Andrew Kerr
Video Interview Available.
PART 1: https://hpg.jobs/2wGLHdP PART 2: https://hpg.jobs/2vVPTGa PART 3: https://hpg.jobs/2Ib7dd2 PART 4: https://hpg.jobs/2TcPOXF
Today we are speaking with Guy Leech, who is nothing short of a defibrillator ambassador. He began HEART180, a company that is very prominent in raising awareness for cardiac arrest across Australia and the distribution of defibrillators.
We talk to Guy about why he started HEART180, what his motivations are, some of the challenges he’s facing and delve a little bit deeper into why it’s such an important topic for people in Australia to think about.
Guy Leech speaks to Hayley Webb, our Marketing & Brand Manager.
Interviewee: Guy Leech Interviewer: Hayley Webb Producer: Dwayne-Andrew Kerr
Youtube Video: https://hpg.jobs/2wl9jEx