Behind the Diagnosis Podcast

🎧 Behind the Diagnosis is a podcast by Body Buddies, sharing raw and empowering stories of people living with medical conditions. Each episode dives into real experiences - like managing chronic illness, recovering from surgery, or adjusting to life after a diagnosis. Whether you live with a condition, support someone who does, or want to better understand the human side of healthcare, this podcast is for you.

πŸŽ™ Real people. Real conditions. Real conversations.
πŸ«€ Let’s go behind the diagnosis.

Ep 1: Behind Scoliosis with Rohit

In our very first episode of Behind the Diagnosis, we sit down with Rohit, a 25-year-old who shares his journey of living with idiopathic scoliosis, a condition he was diagnosed with as a child.

At age 14, Rohit underwent major spinal surgery to have rods and screws inserted in his back - a decision that changed his life. He opens up about what it was like to give up his love for cricket, how he managed school and growing up through pain and recovery, and what life is like now with a spine that’s part titanium.

Through honesty, humour, and resilience, Rohit reminds us that strength comes in many forms - and often starts with a curve.

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Ep 2: Behind Bowel Cancer & Otosclerosis with Kerin

At 66, Kerin’s life changed when a routine bowel cancer screening test came back positive. What followed was surgery, chemotherapy, and the emotional toll of navigating a life-threatening diagnosis as a single mother.

But her challenges didn’t stop there. As a lifelong music teacher, Kerin began to lose her hearing due to otosclerosisβ€”a genetic condition that slowly disconnected her from the world of sound she loved so deeply.

In this episode, Kerin opens up about her journey through cancer treatment, the quiet grief of hearing loss, the realities of raising children during illness, and the resilience it takes to keep going. She shares the fear, the humour, the denial, and ultimately the strength that carried her forward.

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Ep 3: Behind Kidney Transplants with Alicia

At just 11 years old, Alicia’s world shifted when her kidneys began to fail. What followed was years of dialysis, countless hospital visits, and the weight of living with a chronic illness as a young girl. But Alicia’s story is not just one of survivalβ€”it is one of strength, reinvention, and hope.

In this episode, Alicia opens up about the physical and emotional challenges of kidney failure, the bittersweet reality of waiting for a transplant, and the moment her life changed after receiving a donor kidney. She shares how she found healing through music, the meaning behind giving back, and why DonateLife Week holds a special place in her heart. This is a story of second chances, community, and the power of saying yes to organ donation.

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Ep 4: Behind Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis with Alice

πŸŽ™ Behind the Diagnosis – Episode 4: Alice’s Journey with Juvenile Arthritis

At just 3 years old, Alice was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. In this episode, she shares what it was like growing up with an invisible illness, navigating pain, school, and misunderstanding. Alice talks about the emotional and physical toll, the strength she found through community, and her mission to raise awareness for other young people living with chronic conditions.

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Ep 5: Behind Cerebral Palsy with Connor

Connor grew up in Western Australia with cerebral palsy, navigating school, sport, and everyday life with a physical disability. In this episode of Behind the Diagnosis, Connor shares what it was like growing up with CP, the challenges he faced, and the misconceptions people often have about living with disability.

Passionate about movement and sport, Connor found confidence and strength through activities like martial arts. His personal experiences also inspired him to pursue a career in exercise physiology, where he now supports others facing physical challenges.

Connor reflects on the unique perspective of living with cerebral palsy while working as a healthcare professional, and the importance of breaking stereotypes around disability, sport, and capability.

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Ep 6: Behind Organ Donation with Cherry & Anmol

A Mother's Day Special. When Cherry and Anmol lost their mother, Monica, their world changed forever. In the midst of grief, their family honoured her wishes to become an organ and tissue donor, an act that went on to transform multiple lives.

In this episode, Cherry and Anmol share what it was like growing up with their mum, a deeply compassionate and community-driven woman. They also reflect on the importance of organ donation awareness, particularly within multicultural communities.

This is a story of love, loss, and legacy, and how one final act of generosity can give others a second chance at life.

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Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, advocate, or healthcare professional with a powerful experience to share, we’d love to hear from you. Your voice could inspire, educate, and empower others on similar journeys.

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We’ll be in touch to learn more and chat about how your experience could be featured. πŸ’™

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