Clinical Practice
Is the active missing from active surveillance?
Feedback from a patient 12 months after radical prostatectomy following three years of 'active surveillance' highlights why it's needed.
The clinician's role in tomorrow's treatments
From patient referrals to investigator roles, clinicians are becoming increasingly important contributors to clinical research while continuing to deliver frontline patient care.
Preventing dementia goes beyond lifestyle advice
An estimated 43,000 people are living with dementia in Western Australia, a number projected to reach 87,000 by 2054.
Beyond LDL cholesterol - why Apo B and Lp(a) need your attention
The 2026 ACC/AHA/Multisociety dyslipidaemia management guidelines marks a major shift in the evaluation of atherogenic lipoproteins and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk.
Meet the doctor: Dr Nick Calvert
In Medical Forum’s Meet the doctor series we introduce you to specialists working in WA, the services they provide and what they can offer your patients.
Care extends beyond patients - becoming a Carer Friendly Employer
When care is central to what we do, it's important to make sure it extends to staff as well as patients.
Psilocybin-assisted therapy for treatment-resistant depression
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) is a common and challenging mental health presentation in general practice.
What you need to know about WA's voluntary assisted dying laws
Voluntary assisted dying (VAD) is now an available end-of-life option in all Australian states and the ACT.
WA's shingles burden and the case for vaccine funding
Western Australia has recorded more than 1580 cases of shingles so far this year – the second highest number of cases reported by any Australian state or territory.
Management of hand and wrist osteoarthritis
Most hand and wrist osteoarthritis can be conservatively managed, however certain patients can benefit from surgical intervention.
