MECCSIG Podcasts

Join hosts Jess and Parth in conversation with Dr Kerrianne Huynh, intensivist at Monash Health and Head of ICU Simulation for the Monash Network.Dr Huynh shares her deeply personal story of navigating burnout, moral injury, and failure during fellowship, and how she rebuilt confidence and purpose as a clinician and leader. She reflects on the role of culture, mentorship, and psychological safety in medicine—and what it means to lead with curiosity, compassion, and authenticity in critical care.💡🎙️ Tune in for an inspiring and honest conversation about resilience, leadership, and the human side of critical care. 🎙️💡

We are thrilled to announce our latest podcast episode, “DRSABCD,” hosted by Renesa Bhatia and Yajat Dua, senior academic team members on MECCSIG. Join us as we dive deep into how to complete a primary assessment and approach patient evaluation in a systematic way.What you’ll learn:- What is DRSABCD?- How to recognize signs of a deteriorating patient- How to intervene and what we can do to help- Tips and tricksWhether you’re a 1st year medical student or a junior doctor, this podcast has something for everyone. Don’t miss out!

Embark on a compelling dialogue as Atacan converses with Aliesha, an Intensive Care Unit nurse, and Brad, an Anaesthetics nurse, working at Barwon Health. Offering a glimpse into their journeys within critical care and nursing, Brad and Aliesha provide invaluable insights into the dynamic landscape of working in anaesthetics and the Intensive Care Unit. This enlightening discussion delves into the intricacies of fostering an effective healthcare team and imparts crucial advice for medical students aspiring to maximize their experience during critical care rotations. Tune in as they share their knowledge and expertise, providing a unique perspective on the multifaceted world of intensive care and anaesthesia.

MECCSIG brings to you our annual Careers in Critical Care Webinar for 2023! This year you can find presentations from Dr Benn Lancman (Anaesthetist & Trauma Medicine), Dr John Bonning (Emergency Medicine), Dr Kerianne Huynh (Intensive Care) and Dr Brenton Systermans (Expedition Medicine & Rural Generalist). We hope you enjoy this as much as we did.

In this episode, Connor and Atacan engage in a conversation with Dr. Mikaela Rokicki, a College of Intensive Care trainee and registrar at Monash Health. Throughout the podcast, Mikaela provides insights into what a career as an intensivist entails and delves into her personal experiences in the field of medicine. Furthermore, she imparts valuable tips and tricks for medical students about to embark on ICU rotations, while also emphasising the importance of maintaining balance amidst the chaos.