The Round Up: A Rural Health Podcast

Welcome to The NQRTH Round Up — where we tackle big health topics from the Outback to the Tropics. Healthcare in northern Queensland is as vast and diverse as the region itself — and The NQRTH Round Up is here to unpack the biggest challenges, innovations and stories shaping regional and rural medicine. Hosted by A/Prof Elissa Hatherly, a Mackay-based GP and medical educator, this podcast dives into the pressing health issues affecting northern Queensland’s communities. Each episode features in-depth conversations with experienced clinicians who share frontline insights on everything from perinatal mental health to voluntary assisted dying—and everything in between. Designed for health professionals, these discussions provide a clear snapshot of key health challenges, their impact on communities, and best-practice approaches to diagnosis and management. Whether you’re a clinician looking to sharpen your expertise or a community member interested in rural health, th