Michelle Murphy ASM is the National Manager for Integrated Care Pathways and Partnerships at ForHealth Group, where she leads the integration and expansion of Urgent Care services across Australia. With over 30 years’ experience as an Intensive Care Paramedic across metropolitan and regional settings, Michelle has built a career at the intersection of frontline care, system design, and leadership. A passionate advocate for inclusive, accessible healthcare, she has held senior roles at Ambulance Victoria, leads advocacy and government relations for the Australasian College of Paramedicine, and is widely recognised for her work in improving health outcomes for vulnerable communities.

In this episode of Wise Words, our host Alex sits down with Dr. Talat Uppal, a passionate advocate for women's health, to discuss heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB)—a condition affecting one in four women of reproductive age.

Dr. Talat breaks down what heavy menstrual bleeding really means, why so many women suffer in silence, and the range of treatment options available—from simple non-hormonal tablets to surgical interventions. She shares her journey in founding the Bleed Better Initiative and establishing the first International Day for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, highlighting the gaps in awareness and care that inspired her advocacy work.

We explore the barriers preventing women from seeking help, including cost, lack of awareness, and the tendency to normalize symptoms. Dr. Talat also discusses her integrated healthcare model at Women's Health Road, where patients can access comprehensive care—from GP services to gynecology, mental health support, and allied health—all under one roof.

Whether you're experiencing heavy periods yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand this widespread but often overlooked condition, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical solutions.

In this episode Aash & Alex discuss the private healthcare industry in Australia with Walter Kmet, CEO of MQ Health.