All About You With Dr Shauna Watts

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Alison Daddo, a name probably very familiar to you.   Ali is a former Australian model, 90s Dolly cover girl and is the author of "Queen Menopause", a book sharing her journey through the perimenopause.    Ali is incredibly open and honest in this conversation, covering all of the highs and lows, from relationships, family, career and what ultimately led to her decision to share her journey through the mid-life rollercoaster that is the perimenopause.   In this episode, Dr Shauna and Ali discuss topics including: Career journey: beginning her modelling career in Australia as a teenager Meeting her husband Cameron through the industry Moving to LA in her 20s Starting a family: being pregnant, birth experiences, having 3 children Career change: becoming a birth assistant, providing emotional support before, during and after pregnancy Fulfilling her lifelong dream to become a pre-school teacher, working at Steiner schools and with children with disabilities Family: children growing up and fleeing the nest Moving back to Australia, readjusting to the challenges with social connections, work opportunities  First experiences with the perimenopause at 45 Impact of major symptoms on her life, including loss of libido, lack of energy, heart palpitations, depression How this affected her relationship and family life The importance of communication throughout the process Why she wrote her book "Queen Menopause" What's next for Ali? A piece of advice for her 20-something self To buy Ali's book "Queen Menopause", you can find it on Audible, Amazon or from your local QBD bookstore.   For more information and resources from Ali: Instagram: @alidaddo Podcast: Separate Bathrooms - listen on Spotify or Apple   Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.   Watch the episode on Youtube - https://youtu.be/TYdL7x9rGf4   Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by friend and colleague Dr Andrew Nealan.   Andrew is a married dad of 3, has a PhD in Physiotherapy and is the owner of Aspire Physio, a sports and musculoskeletal physio practice on the Central Coast.   Andrew has had an incredible career, as a senior team physio for Liverpool Football Club in the UK, head physio to Central Coast Mariners and the NSW Cricket team, and professional cricket team physio in both Hampshire in the UK and the Indian Cricket League.    Andew is extremely well respected by his peers and everyone in the medical fraternity. His teaching style and ability to explain difficult topics in simple ways will leave you with some useful nuggets to take away from this conversation.    In this episode, Shauna and Andrew discuss topics including: Early life: work experience, passion for sport, studying and becoming a physiotherapist  What is a physio and what do they actually do? Career journey: moving to the UK, working with cricketing teams Dream role at Liverpool FC, working with professional sportsmen in a high profile role Moving back to Australia, working with the Central Coast Mariners Opening up a small, at-home clinic which grew into a larger business with a team of 15 Different jobs and roles within the industry Who should see a physiotherapist and when? Back pain: what to do and what not to do What your scan really means Knee injuries: when to worry, when to not Tech-neck How to run safely: building fitness, adapting, wearing the right shoes Pain relief and recovery techniques Andrew's PhD thesis Andrew's personal medical journey A piece of advice for the listeners A piece of advice for his 20-something self   For more information and resources, or to get in touch with Andrew: Website: Aspire Physio Call the clinic on (02) 4380 8277   Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.   Watch the episode on Youtube - https://youtu.be/_WH8TZUkCiU   Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by friend and colleague Dr Simon Ghosh.   Simon is a Bariatric Surgeon specialising in weight loss surgery based on the Central Coast. With many qualifications including a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Medicine from the UK, Simon is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) and a member of the Australia and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Society (OSSANZ).   Originally from Wales, Simon has called Australia home for the past 15 years. His compassionate nature, friendly manner and surgical skills and experience make him the perfect candidate to bust some myths about weight loss surgery.   In this episode, Shauna and Simon discuss topics including: Career journey: early life in Wales, training in London, re-training in Australia and specialising in weight loss What is bariatric surgery? Different types of weight loss surgeries Who is eligible for surgery? What you can expect post-surgery Fat-shaming in society today Weight loss injections Different types of food and how they are digested Pre-surgery requirements How can you help support a family member or friend on their weight loss surgery journey Breaking down the stigma of weight loss surgery Weight maintenance post-surgery How aesthetic medicine can be used in conjunction with weight loss surgery to maximise results The future of weight loss surgery A piece of advice for his 20-something self   For more information and resources, or to get in touch with Simon: Website: Coast Surgery Instagram: Coast Surgery Facebook: Coast Surgery   Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.   Watch the episode on Youtube - https://youtu.be/xy19xymaVfo   Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Professor Jayashri Kulkarni.    Jayashri is the founder and director of Her Centre Australia, the Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre and Head of the Department of Psychiatry at Monash University.   Throughout her 25 year career, Jayashri has conducted ground-breaking clinical research and is internationally acknowledged as a leader and expert in the field of Women’s Mental Health, in particular, for her innovative work on reproductive hormones and mental illness.  Her world-first research in hormones and mental health has led to the development of new treatments for women, and she developed and launched Australia’s first women’s mental health hospital at Cabrini Health in September 2021.   In this episode, Shauna and Jayashri discuss topics including: Career journey, passions and purpose Menopause and depression Symptoms to look for if you or someone you know is experiencing menopausal depression How hormone changes impact the brain The process of menopause Hormone replacement therapy Benefits and risks of HRT Menopause in younger women and the difference in symptoms PMS, PMDD and PME - what are they, the differences between them, symptoms to look out for Postnatal depression Hormones and mental health A piece of advice for her 20-something self   If you'd like to learn more about Women's Mental Health, you can register for the Her Centre Australia Short Course here.   For more tips and resources from Jayashri: Instagram: @hercentreaustralia  LinkedIn: Jayashri Kulkarni AM Website: Her Centre Australia   Watch episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/wqCmhyZMkic   Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.   Follow the podcast on social: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

In the very first episode of All About You, meet Dr Shauna Watts.   Shauna is a 40-something mum of 4 and a passionate family doctor. Her personal life journey and obsession with understanding all things health and wellness has led to the creation of this podcast, where she will share conversations with experts to explore a variety of topics, from the mainstream to the taboo.   Before we dive into the world of women's health, Shauna opens up about her childhood and early life, her family, career journey and what has led her to where she is today.   In this episode, Shauna discusses topics including: 👉🏽 Purpose - the 'why' behind launching All About You 👉🏽 Early life, childhood and growing up in Northern Ireland 👉🏽 Family unit - relationship with her parents and sister 👉🏽 Schooling, education and early passions 👉🏽 Going to University and becoming a doctor 👉🏽 Meeting her husband Peter, starting a family with their 4 children 👉🏽 Moving across the world to Australia 👉🏽 Career journey - from surgical theatre to becoming a GP, teaching medical students and junior doctors 👉🏽 The story behind founding her clinics - You by Dr Shauna Watts 👉🏽 Experiences as a patient herself and being the mother of a child with significant health problems 👉🏽 Family loss, breast cancer and the BRCA1 gene 👉🏽 Personal experience with perimenopause - from giving birth to becoming menopausal at 34 👉🏽 All About You Podcast - topics, guests and what's to come 👉🏽 A piece of advice for her 20-something self   Watch episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/i6tBtgHS-bc   Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.   Follow along: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts