Dr. Mark McGrath, MBBS, MPhil, FRACGP, CEDS, CEDC
Dr. McGrath’s interest in biology and psychology are the perfect ingredients for medical providers to work in the field of eating disorders, around the world. (see “seasonings” below).
Dr. McGrath shares what is most rewarding for him is spending longer time with patients. He reminds us that medical providers (and all professionals) can make a big change with small amount of effort .
Listening, having the patient ...
Dr. Mark McGrath, MBBS, MPhil, FRACGP, CEDS, CEDC
Dr. McGrath’s interest in biology and psychology are the perfect ingredients for medical providers to work in the field of eating disorders, around the world. (see “seasonings” below).
- Dr. McGrath shares what is most rewarding for him is spending longer time with patients. He reminds us that medical providers (and all professionals) can make a big change with small amount of effort .
- Listening, having the patient be heard, encourage them to engage.
- Telling people to lose weight is very unhelpful advice, potential harm, but more importantly it’s too nonspecific.
- Graphic and Doing healthy things (article) https://drmarkmcgrath.com.au/about/
- Publication bias leads to so much weight centric information out there
- Permission to not advise weight loss
- Don’t be overwhelmed, it IS very rewarding, find your people.
Dr. McGrath’s Seasonings:
- “Sick Enough” book by Dr Gaudiani (Dr G episode)
- Health At Every Size – HAES
- Queensland Eating Disorders Service
- Hiking and nature
- PLEASE DON’T WEIGH ME card
Bio:
Dr McGrath is a Brisbane GP experienced in all fields of general practice and has a special interest in eating disorders. He is certified by the International Association Of Eating Disorders Professionals and the Australia & New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders . Dr McGrath provides medical monitoring and coordination of care & support for all eating disorders. He particularly values his role in providing psycho-education and engaging newly presenting patients to the appropriate care.
Dr McGrath loves helping those in larger bodies address health concerns from a ‘weight neutral’ perspective.
He also enjoys treating men’s health, sports & chronic injuries, chronic medical conditions, basic skin checks and minor surgery and has extensive experience in the field of ophthalmology (eyes) including achieving a Master’s degree in medical research in the area.
Dr McGrath works as an assistant surgeon, predominantly in orthopaedics at the Wesley Hospital.
https://drmarkmcgrath.com.au/
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