Avsnitt
-
In this episode Naturopath and Accountant Victoria Brennan from Numbers for Health discusses bookkeeping, taxes, and business structure for Naturopaths and Nutritionists.
Victoria has worked with many clients and hosts a facebook group for those interested in learning more.
Tune in to this episode to learn more about
Avoiding common mistakes in running your own business Having a system to manage money in your business Choosing the right business structure for your practice or clinic Different tax obligations as a Naturopath, Nutritionist or allied health professional in AustraliaFor show notes, discount offers, and to join Victoria's facebook group:
https://www.numbersforhealth.com.au/podcast
Victoria's website:
Numbers for Health
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
In part 2 of our series on Prioritising Website Design & Branding, we are joined once again by Naturopath and Graphic Designer Shonelle Siegmann.
In our previous episode, Shonelle gave us an insight into the importance of building your online presence as a natural health practitioner and business owner. In this episode, Shonelle will go into more detail around refreshing your old website – when to and why you should, including some of Shonelle’s hacks to make this process as easy as possible.
Shonelle will cover:
How to go about setting up their website - when it requires simply a refresh vs. a complete overview When and why should you engage a professional to build your website vs. DIY? An overview of the key pages a practitioner should prioritise when creating a website Setting up SEO - why it's important When to outsource - eg. blogging and social mediaAdditional Resources
Shonelle's Clinic Website for design ideas and best practice https://shonellesiegmann.com/ Tech for Pracs for ideas and support on website design and branding https://www.techforpracs.com.au/ Tech for Pracs ebooks https://www.techforpracs.com.au/ebooksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
Saknas det avsnitt?
-
In our latest series on Prioritising Website Design & Branding, we interview Shonelle Siegmann. She is a Website Designer and qualified Naturopath, and runs a business called ‘Tech for Pracs’ which focuses on website design and branding for natural healthcare practitioners.
As a qualified naturopath and design expert, Shonelle is able to effectively communicate with likeminded natural health practitioners to bring to life their brand and vision. In this episode Shonelle will cover
The importance of building an online presence and it's role in building a brand The role of branding What is SEO Why she considers Social Media as "rented space"Additional Resources
Shonelle's Clinic Website for design ideas and best practice https://shonellesiegmann.com/ Tech for Pracs for ideas and support on website design and branding https://www.techforpracs.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
We welcome back Vanessa Vigar, Clinical Research Program Manager at Integria Healthcare.
In the final part of this series on research, Vanessa and Laurence discuss an area that many practitioners don’t feel comfortable about – running your own research in clinic & the benefits of doing so.
Vanessa discusses:
Why get involved in research - "the benefits" of running your research (eg. publish a paper) The basic steps for setting up research Opportunities to work in collaboration with Integria's R&D departmentContact Vanessa Vigar, Clinical Research Program Manager via email: [email protected]
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
We welcome back Vanessa Vigar, Clinical Research Program Manager at Integria Healthcare.
In Part 2 of this 3 part series will go into detail on opportunities as a naturopath working in research, and the work she is currently doing to contribute to body of literature in natural medicine.
Vanessa discusses:
Different types of research she works on at Integria - a pre-clinical arm (working with research institutions) as well as a clinical research arm. Her contributions to the body of evidence for natural medicine Streamlining clinical trials into a virtual setting Her journey - from a naturopath in clinic to Clinical Research Program Manager Advice on how other practitioners can get involved in researchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
Join Vanessa Vigar, Clinical Research Program Manager at Integria Healthcare. Vanessa is a qualified naturopath and academic, with almost a decade of experience working in research, specialising in the development, design and execution of Clinical Trials.
In Part 1 of this 3 part series, Vanessa provides an overview on clinical research, and it's significance for a natural health practitioner.
Vanessa discusses:
What is research, and why it is important for natural health practitioners. Different types of research - beyond clinical trials such as observation studies and the role they play in clinical practice eg. patient evidence for taking supplements over the longer-term How to assess the quality of research - starting with systematic reviews (and the limitations), as well as Vanessa's checklist to consider when reviewing researchQuick Links:
Critical Appraisal Tools from Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine: https://www.cebm.ox.ac.uk/resources/ebm-tools/critical-appraisal-toolsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
In our final part of this 3 part series on Regulatory Affairs in Complementary Medicine, we welcome back Sue Woldt, Senior Regulatory Affair Manager at Integria Healthcare.
In Part 3 of this series will cover Adverse Reactions and Pharmacovigilance and your responsibilities as a practitioner.
Sue discusses:
Definition of Pharmacovigilance (PV) What is the difference between an adverse reaction and adverse event Who is responsible for reporting adverse reactions and events Reporting an adverse reaction Wider implications- labelling and warningsQuick Links:
https://www.tga.gov.au/reporting-adverse-eventsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
We welcome back Sue Woldt, Senior Regulatory Affair Manager at Integria Healthcare.
In Part 2 of this 3 part series will cover the regulations around Advertising and your responsibilities as a practitioner.
Sue discusses:
Legislative requirements: TGA advertising code and the ACCC- Australian Consumer Law Advertising complementary medicines Promotion of practitioner services- what can I say and can't Advertising in the traditional vs. digital space (eg. website and social media) Receiving a complaint, and how to respond Advertising compliance checklistQuick Links:
https://www.tga.gov.au/hubs/advertising-therapeutic-goodsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
Join Sue Woldt, Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager at Integria Healthcare. Sue is a qualified naturopath, and over the last 30 years her experience spans across all areas of the Complementary Health Industry, specialising in Regulatory Affairs and Compliance.
In Part 1 of this 3 part series, Sue provides a basic understanding of Australian regulations.
Sue discusses:
Why complementary medicines are regulated in Australia, and how this differs from countries overseas The Therapeutic Goods Association (TGA)- what they do and who they are Why buy Australian Listed (AUST-L) products vs. those produced overseas What is the difference between AUST-L vs. an AUST-R medicines What is a grandfathered product Pre-approved ingredients and doses for use in AUST-L medicinesQuick Links:
Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods: https://www.tga.gov.au/australian-register-therapeutic-goodsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-
Our host, Laurence Katsaras, will share easy to consume ‘Expert Updates’ covering ‘The Business of Natural Health’. He will interview industry experts to provide clarity in some of the areas that aren’t always covered in our formal education (such as regulatory affairs, finance and research). With the help of the experts, we aim to simplify some of the more confusing questions that emerge so that you can get on with the more important things.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
