The WA Rural Health Conference 2024 is an opportunity to connect with health professionals from a variety of disciplines who all play a part in delivering vital healthcare services across rural WA. By bringing together all rural health professionals under one roof we seek to promote connection between these different perspectives, sharing insights and innovations in order to strengthen and enhance healthcare in rural areas. To register click HERE.
GPs are at the forefront of diagnosing and managing syphilis. For the latest recommendations, come along to the Syphilis Management Within General Practice webinar, featuring guest speakers Dr Grace Phua and Dr Caitlyn White. Western Australia is currently experiencing a syphilis outbreak, with increases in cases of infectious syphilis and congenital syphilis in the community. This has prompted changes to recommendations to clinical practice that are relevant to general practitioners. This webinar will address: clinical presentations of syphilis testing, including current protocols recommended during pregnancy management, including principles of care when engaging with culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Guest speakers:Â ...
The Talking About Suicide in General Practice workshop aims to increase GPs skill and confidence in Recognising presentations where suicide risk is high; Undertaking a detailed risk assessment; Management planning using a collaborative, team based approach. To register click HERE.
The CarbSmart and ShopSmart programs are beneficial for those living with all types of diabetes and will equip your patients with the skills they need to effectively manage their diabetes in a way that suits their lives. CarbSmart 📅 Wednesday 27 Mar 2024 🕜 9:15 AM - 12:30 PM Share this link with your patients: https://bit.ly/3IsCWG1 ShopSmart 📅 Wednesday 27 Mar 2024 🕜 1:15 PM - 3:30 PM Register here: https://bit.ly/49pldea
This webinar will explore what we can expect for the 2024 flu season and a brief update on the latest in COVID. We’ll cover what to expect this flu season, including timings and eligibility. We will also look at the up-to-date health department data, the flu vaccine program and provide an update on COVID boosters and antivirals. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions during the Q&A. If you have a question prior, you can submit it upon registration. Prof Paul Effler is the Senior Medical Advisor, Communicable Disease Control Directorate, Department of Health, Western Australia. Hosted by RACGP WA...
The Great Southern Health Professionals Network and Regional Training Hubs (RTH) present an evening with Dr Manjula Clef on case studies in stroke management. Dr Clef will then be joined by allied health professionals to deliver a panel style Q&A session. This event is FREE for members of the Great Southern Health Professionals Network. To register click HERE.
Depression is a common condition frequently managed in primary care. Identifying and managing depression in a rural context presents a unique set of challenges for health professionals providing mental health care in their communities. Dealing with Depression in Rural Australia is a highly interactive, multidisciplinary program developed specifically to address the needs of clinicians delivering health care for people presenting with depression in a rural setting. Using a case-based problem solving format, the program outlines a practical framework for assessment and management planning readily applicable to primary care. To register click HERE.Â
This event provides an opportunity for junior doctors and medical students to learn, experience and practice elements of emergency care in a stimulating wilderness environment around King’s Park in Western Australia. Your team will work together under Perth’s best emergency physicians to diagnose, stabilise and ‘save lives’. The teaching and learning priorities for each scenario are: Scene safety and management of the environment A structured approach to the assessment of the critically ill patient (DRSABCDE) Prioritised supportive and specific management of the clinical conditions Stabilisation and transport planning including basic necessities of the patient and group Leadership, teamwork and communication...
Join us in one of Australia’s greatest and most spectacular landscapes – the truly magnificent Karijini National Park. By day be spellbound by the contrasting Pilbara blue skies against the classic red rock formations, as you wind your way through gorges to undertake emergency medical scenarios. At night, socialise under a canopy of stars with fellow participants and family members. This opportunity to experience the remote, beautiful, rugged, and incredibly fascinating Karijini National Park is one not to be missed. About the event The Rural and Remote Retrieval Weekend provides participants with the opportunity to learn about the management of...
This Rural Health West CPD workshop is a one-day workshop in paediatric emergency scenarios and skills. It will give delegates real-life examples and the opportunity to manage sick or injured children in a safe environment. The workshop content includes: Hands-on simulation – practise common scenarios and structured care Short presentations by experienced paediatric emergency physicians Comprehensive handbook of lecture materials and practical skills ‘Resuscitation reminders’ card for your ID badge clip Eligibility GP Obstetricians, ED doctors and nurses and GPs. Priority is given to those working in the local region. Registration Online registration: https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/2024-peachs-albany/registration Registration fee Cost: $350 - $440...
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