Episode 35

From Ice Rinks to Rural Clinics: Dr. Cheryl Wilson's Diverse Medical Career

In this episode of Medicubes, hosts Kim, Riwka, and Chris are joined by Dr Cheryl Wilson. Originally from Canada, Dr Wilson has built a remarkable career in sports therapy and medicine, being the first woman in Canada to work as a sports therapist with a professional ice hockey team.

Dr Wilson later moved to Australia where she studied at Flinders University and pursued rural general practice and lifestyle medicine. She has extensive expertise in athletic therapy, sports medicine, rural practice, and lifestyle medicine.

Key Points:

  • Career Path: Dr Wilson’s journey from sports therapy in Canada to rural general practice in Australia.
  • Solo GP Benefits: The flexibility of managing her own schedule, attending conferences, and taking necessary time off.
  • Healthcare Worker Support: Emphasising on systemic changes to better support healthcare providers and prevent burnout.
  • Lifestyle Medicine: Advocacy for lifestyle medicine as "core medicine," highlighting diet, physical activity, and mental well-being.
  • Shared Medical Appointments: The practicalities and patient community benefits of hosting shared medical sessions.
  • Financial Challenges: Discussing Medicare’s billing system impacts and the necessity for systemic changes for thorough patient care.
  • Patient Interaction: She advises against "hexing" patients with negative expectations or diagnoses, emphasising a positive approach to care.


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Kim Poyner

Accredited Health Coach and executive coach, with over 20 years of experience in General Practice and Intensive Care Units. Mentor to health professionals and organisations to achieve their best, specialising in chronic disease management, coaching, and change management programs.
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Riwka Hagen

An experienced general practice manager, with a passion for leadership development, coaching, and business management in the health sector. As the Director of Medical Business Services and Medical Business Coaching, she provides consulting, advisory, coaching, training, and mentoring services to health organisations Australia-wide, and is also the founder of the highly active Facebook group 'Practice Managers Network'.
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Chris Smeed

A lover of all things Practice Management and Data. Always thinking of ways to make life easier and to help with patient outcomes.