https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com In May 2026, the Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences at the University of Melbourne hosted a special health edition of Raising the Bar Melbourne, featuring 20 free talks by some of Melbourne’s leading healthcare experts across 10 pubs and bars all in one night. Positioned as part of the Faculty’s 150th anniversary celebrations, the talks – and this podcast series - feature topics ranging from AI and cancer research to health disinformation, ADHD, helping kids sleep, the future of robotic surgery and much more.

]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:34:45 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Education 1440 serial raisingthebarmelbourne raisingthebarmelbourne No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22392872/RTB_Podcast_Artwork8hok1.jpg https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 1. ADHD and neurodivergence: beyond the buzzwords – by Professor Dave Coghill https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/adhd-and-neurodivergence-beyond-the-buzzwords-%e2%80%93-by-professor-dave-coghill/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/adhd-and-neurodivergence-beyond-the-buzzwords-%e2%80%93-by-professor-dave-coghill/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:25:56 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e6fd0d66-b56c-31e8-9809-5016a4e59438 In this talk, Professor Dave Coghill, explores the science behind ADHD and neurodivergence and moves beyond the buzzwords to offer deeper understanding around why nuance is important.

]]> In this talk, Professor Dave Coghill, explores the science behind ADHD and neurodivergence and moves beyond the buzzwords to offer deeper understanding around why nuance is important.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3350 1 full Episode 2. Beyond Ozempic: the next decade of weight loss medicine – by Professor Garron Dodd https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/beyond-ozempic-the-next-decade-of-weight-loss-medicine-%e2%80%93-by-professor-garron-dodd/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/beyond-ozempic-the-next-decade-of-weight-loss-medicine-%e2%80%93-by-professor-garron-dodd/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:27:34 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/1a7c08c6-e031-3bee-8e51-7f05638e38d9 In this talk, Professor Garron Dodd discusses how drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro reshaped weight-loss medicine, and shares what the next decade of smarter therapies and treatment options might look like.

]]> In this talk, Professor Garron Dodd discusses how drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro reshaped weight-loss medicine, and shares what the next decade of smarter therapies and treatment options might look like.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3171 2 full Episode 3. Brain network therapies: targeting circuits, transforming outcomes – by Associate Professor Leo Chen https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/brain-network-therapies-targeting-circuits-transforming-outcomes-%e2%80%93-by-associate-professor-leo-chen/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/brain-network-therapies-targeting-circuits-transforming-outcomes-%e2%80%93-by-associate-professor-leo-chen/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:27:57 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/732514c9-7e93-3a71-8aaf-8b57b36ead69 In this talk, A/Prof Leo Chen, a psychiatrist and researcher, explores how breakthroughs in brain‑network therapies offer safer, targeted and personalised treatments for depression and chronic pain.

]]> In this talk, A/Prof Leo Chen, a psychiatrist and researcher, explores how breakthroughs in brain‑network therapies offer safer, targeted and personalised treatments for depression and chronic pain.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3123 3 full Episode 4. Can AI beat cancer? – by Professor Justin Yeung and Rebecca Eastwood https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/can-ai-beat-cancer-%e2%80%93-by-professor-justin-yeung-and-rebecca-eastwood/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/can-ai-beat-cancer-%e2%80%93-by-professor-justin-yeung-and-rebecca-eastwood/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:29:07 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/1e4bdf79-a475-3f2c-a1d3-3c3050e38823 In this talk, Professor Justin Yeung was joined by patient, Rebecca Eastwood, to share how AI is reshaping cancer care through smarter technology, personalised treatment, and better patient experiences and outcomes.

]]> In this talk, Professor Justin Yeung was joined by patient, Rebecca Eastwood, to share how AI is reshaping cancer care through smarter technology, personalised treatment, and better patient experiences and outcomes.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3214 4 full Episode 5. Changing the future of vision loss – by Professor Lauren Ayton https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/episode-5-changing-the-future-of-vision-loss-%e2%80%93-by-professor-lauren-ayton/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/episode-5-changing-the-future-of-vision-loss-%e2%80%93-by-professor-lauren-ayton/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:29:35 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/4d71f99f-187c-3b0f-89e0-c653733cb4a7 In this talk, Professor Lauren Ayton co-presented with her patient Cameron, to discuss the basics of vision, what can go wrong, and how new technologies are reshaping the future for people with vision loss.

]]> In this talk, Professor Lauren Ayton co-presented with her patient Cameron, to discuss the basics of vision, what can go wrong, and how new technologies are reshaping the future for people with vision loss.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3315 20 full Episode 6. Chew on this: how childhood dental health shapes your future – by Associate Professor Mihiri Silva https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/chew-on-this-how-childhood-dental-health-shapes-your-future-%e2%80%93-by-associate-professor-mihiri-silva/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/chew-on-this-how-childhood-dental-health-shapes-your-future-%e2%80%93-by-associate-professor-mihiri-silva/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:30:24 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/8184ecd5-9f5c-32b7-b1ee-e9d4032e092f In this talk, Associate Professor Mihiri Silva discusses how healthy oral habits in children set them up for life, and why common conditions like tooth decay are entirely preventable.

]]> In this talk, Associate Professor Mihiri Silva discusses how healthy oral habits in children set them up for life, and why common conditions like tooth decay are entirely preventable.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 2744 5 full Episode 7. Is social media helping or hurting youth mental health? – by Dr Shaminka Mangelsdorf and Rory Sorenson https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/is-social-media-helping-or-hurting-youth-mental-health-%e2%80%93-by-dr-shaminka-mangelsdorf-and-rory-sorenson/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/is-social-media-helping-or-hurting-youth-mental-health-%e2%80%93-by-dr-shaminka-mangelsdorf-and-rory-sorenson/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:30:43 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/b3fc8eb8-f5d6-3da2-b9f1-ae02c0e7ba51 In this talk, Dr Shaminka Mangelsdorf and Rory Sorenson explore how social media shapes youth wellbeing, from online risks to positive digital spaces and healthier, more balanced habits.

]]> In this talk, Dr Shaminka Mangelsdorf and Rory Sorenson explore how social media shapes youth wellbeing, from online risks to positive digital spaces and healthier, more balanced habits.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3229 6 full Episode 8. Health in the age of disinformation: trust, tech and truth – by Professor Andy Perfors https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/health-in-the-age-of-disinformation-trust-tech-and-truth-%e2%80%93-by-professor-andy-perfors/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/health-in-the-age-of-disinformation-trust-tech-and-truth-%e2%80%93-by-professor-andy-perfors/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:31:00 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/d9f72596-aad9-3f1a-b334-996e286a9687 In this talk, Professor Andy Perfors explains how disinformation exploits human psychology, and what we can do to resist manipulation in an increasingly complex digital world.

]]> In this talk, Professor Andy Perfors explains how disinformation exploits human psychology, and what we can do to resist manipulation in an increasingly complex digital world.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3168 7 full Episode 9. Menopause information overload: how to make sense of it – by Associate Professor Michelle Peate https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/menopause-information-overload-how-to-make-sense-of-it-%e2%80%93-by-associate-professor-michelle-peate/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/menopause-information-overload-how-to-make-sense-of-it-%e2%80%93-by-associate-professor-michelle-peate/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:31:21 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/d62b2f85-cb48-3024-b988-c77a169a159a In this talk, Associate Professor Michelle Peate explores how to navigate menopause information in an era of overload. Drawing on research in decision science and women’s health, Michelle unpacks why conflicting advice can feel overwhelming, how marketing and algorithms shape what we see, and what “evidence-based” really means.

]]> In this talk, Associate Professor Michelle Peate explores how to navigate menopause information in an era of overload. Drawing on research in decision science and women’s health, Michelle unpacks why conflicting advice can feel overwhelming, how marketing and algorithms shape what we see, and what “evidence-based” really means.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 2262 8 full Episode 10. Healthy ageing: adding life to years – by Hannah Joshi-Sharma https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/healthy-ageing-adding-life-to-years-%e2%80%93-by-hannah-joshi-sharma/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/healthy-ageing-adding-life-to-years-%e2%80%93-by-hannah-joshi-sharma/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:31:44 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/c603aa75-0b40-37f2-8e2d-3e87fd93e270 In this talk, Hannah Joshi-Sharma, a physiotherapist and University of Melbourne PhD candidate, explores the links between ageing and practical ways to stay active, safe, and independent.

]]> In this talk, Hannah Joshi-Sharma, a physiotherapist and University of Melbourne PhD candidate, explores the links between ageing and practical ways to stay active, safe, and independent.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3286 9 full Episode 11. Closing the Gap Through Food Security – Professor Sean Taylor and Nornie Bero https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/closing-the-gap-through-food-security-%e2%80%93-professor-sean-taylor-and-nornie-bero/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/closing-the-gap-through-food-security-%e2%80%93-professor-sean-taylor-and-nornie-bero/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:32:02 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/9017df35-c32c-3271-82f2-44251dbc09c5 In this talk, Professor Sean Taylor and indigenous chef Nornie Bero, explore evidence‑based, community‑driven initiatives that strengthen food systems and support the Closing the Gap commitments.

]]> In this talk, Professor Sean Taylor and indigenous chef Nornie Bero, explore evidence‑based, community‑driven initiatives that strengthen food systems and support the Closing the Gap commitments.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 2985 10 full Episode 12. The rise of robotic surgery – by Professor Ben Dixon and Dr Renu Eapen https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/the-rise-of-robotic-surgery-%e2%80%93-by-professor-ben-dixon-and-dr-renu-eapen/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/the-rise-of-robotic-surgery-%e2%80%93-by-professor-ben-dixon-and-dr-renu-eapen/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:32:19 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/078f8ccd-959d-327b-afad-a5d446e69f7b In this talk, Professor Ben Dixon and Dr Renu Eapen, have an eye opening conversation about the future of surgery – where human expertise and intelligent machines work hand in hand to improve outcomes and save lives.

]]> In this talk, Professor Ben Dixon and Dr Renu Eapen, have an eye opening conversation about the future of surgery – where human expertise and intelligent machines work hand in hand to improve outcomes and save lives.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3460 11 full Episode 13. Wake up call: rebuilding vaccine confidence – by Professor Margie Danchin https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/wake-up-call-rebuilding-vaccine-confidence-%e2%80%93-by-professor-margie-danchin/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/wake-up-call-rebuilding-vaccine-confidence-%e2%80%93-by-professor-margie-danchin/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:32:39 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/d343b99f-a3fa-3181-b0ce-e61648d754c2 In this talk, Professor Margie Danchin explores why vaccine confidence is declining worldwide, and how rebuilding trust can boost uptake and protect those most at risk.

]]> In this talk, Professor Margie Danchin explores why vaccine confidence is declining worldwide, and how rebuilding trust can boost uptake and protect those most at risk.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3712 12 full Episode 14. Protecting patients and preventing superbugs – by Professor Jason Trubiano https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/protecting-patients-and-preventing-superbugs-%e2%80%93-by-professor-jason-trubiano/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/protecting-patients-and-preventing-superbugs-%e2%80%93-by-professor-jason-trubiano/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:32:55 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/598b93a9-6419-3424-80ec-96480c25e78e In this talk, Professor Jason Trubiano shares why most penicillin allergy labels are wrong, how this fuels antibiotic resistance, and what it means for safer care.

]]> In this talk, Professor Jason Trubiano shares why most penicillin allergy labels are wrong, how this fuels antibiotic resistance, and what it means for safer care.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 2410 13 full Episode 15. Helping our Kids Sleep Better – by Professor Harriet Hiscock https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/helping-our-kids-sleep-better-%e2%80%93-by-professor-harriet-hiscock/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/helping-our-kids-sleep-better-%e2%80%93-by-professor-harriet-hiscock/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:33:15 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/3efa41b1-d79f-301d-9c99-15f06d0ef1a1 In this talk, Professor Harriet Hiscock delves into common childhood sleep problems, their root causes, and offers practical strategies to improve sleep for kids and parents alike.

]]> In this talk, Professor Harriet Hiscock delves into common childhood sleep problems, their root causes, and offers practical strategies to improve sleep for kids and parents alike.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 2584 14 full Episode 16. Do little minds need big help? – by Associate Professor Laura Hart https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/do-little-minds-need-big-help-%e2%80%93-by-associate-professor-laura-hart/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/do-little-minds-need-big-help-%e2%80%93-by-associate-professor-laura-hart/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:33:32 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/f818b7c8-208e-3abb-92d1-b9d83a7859f6 In this talk, Associate Professor Laura Hart explores how adults can recognise and respond to children’s mental health challenges and support them without stigma or harm.

]]> In this talk, Associate Professor Laura Hart explores how adults can recognise and respond to children’s mental health challenges and support them without stigma or harm.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 2895 15 full Episode 17. Children in the crossfire: how harmful industries target young lives – by Professor Michelle Jongenelis https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/children-in-the-crossfire-how-harmful-industries-target-young-lives-%e2%80%93-by-professor-michelle-jongenelis/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/children-in-the-crossfire-how-harmful-industries-target-young-lives-%e2%80%93-by-professor-michelle-jongenelis/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:33:50 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/b82bb10d-5a8f-3c42-99df-7d137d68333f In this episode, Professor Michelle Jongenelis talks about how children and young people are targeted by harmful industries like tobacco and gambling for profit.

]]> In this episode, Professor Michelle Jongenelis talks about how children and young people are targeted by harmful industries like tobacco and gambling for profit.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 2964 16 full Episode 18. Healthy planet, healthy people: climate change and health go hand in hand – by Enterprise Professor Eugenie Kayak https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/healthy-planet-healthy-people-climate-change-and-health-go-hand-in-hand-%e2%80%93-by-enterprise-professor-eugenie-kayak/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/healthy-planet-healthy-people-climate-change-and-health-go-hand-in-hand-%e2%80%93-by-enterprise-professor-eugenie-kayak/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:34:04 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/d8721370-c470-3bd0-8d9b-658dce5107e4 In this episode, Enterprise Professor Eugenie Kayak talks about how climate change is shaping human health, and why tackling it may be this century’s greatest public health opportunity.

]]> In this episode, Enterprise Professor Eugenie Kayak talks about how climate change is shaping human health, and why tackling it may be this century’s greatest public health opportunity.

]]> raisingthebarmelbourne false No 3003 17 full Episode 19. Understanding transgender health through lived experience – by Professor Ada Cheung https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/understanding-transgender-health-through-lived-experience-%e2%80%93-by-professor-ada-cheung/ https://raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/e/understanding-transgender-health-through-lived-experience-%e2%80%93-by-professor-ada-cheung/#comments Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:34:45 -0300 raisingthebarmelbourne.podbean.com/9c963c03-26aa-3b47-a7ed-9caeaad14827 In this episode, Professor Ada Cheung leads a discussion with a panel of trans people with lived experience to help improve your understanding of transgender health and the everyday realities of trans and gender diverse people in Australia.

]]> In this episode, Professor Ada Cheung leads a discussion with a panel of trans people with lived experience to help improve your understanding of transgender health and the everyday realities of trans and gender diverse people in Australia.

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