Navigating GLP-1 Agonists: Balancing Metabolic Benefits with HPB Side Effects
The rapid rise of GLP-1 receptor agonists—commonly prescribed for type 2 diabetes and significant weight management—has added another tool for optimising metabolic health. These medications offer profound metabolic benefits, improving glycaemic control and facilitating substantial weight loss for millions of people. In many countries, GLP-1 agonists are fast becoming the most prescribed drug. However, as […]
The Overlooked Necessity of Psychological Support in HPB Cancer Care
When we discuss major Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery for cancer, the conversation is often dominated by technical, tangible milestones. We focus on the resection margins, the operative time, the absence of complications and hospital stay. These metrics remain vital, but they represent only a portion of the patient’s experience. As an HPB surgeon, I see patients […]
HPB Surgery in the Pacific
I recently completed a charitable trip to the Colonial War Memorial (CWM) Hospital in Suva, Fiji. It was a humbling and educational experience and a chance to reconnect with some old and new colleagues. The visit was part of an ongoing collaboration between the Dept. of Surgery at North Shore Hospital and CWM with an […]