The Medical Journal of Australia

Episode 562: MJA Podcasts 2024 Episode 21 "By the community, for the community" with Professor Kelvin Kong

The Medical Journal of Australia

Show Notes

Australia's first Indigenous surgeon, Professor Kelvin Kong discusses his work with ear disease, the importance of representation and cultural safety, and his optimism for the future of Indigenous health care.

With MHA news and online editor, Sally Block. 29 mins.

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