Join Dr Kelly Ridley for an educational evening discussing mental health and addiction studies at the Premier Mill on Thursday, 4th May, 2023 Places are very limited, so please email tess.air@gshpn.com.au to secure your place NOW!
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 Accreditation: • 6 CPD Activity points (RACGP) • 3 Education Activity PRPD (ACRRM) Suitable for: GP Registrars, GPs Topics covered: • The Suicidal Crisis • Acute Management • After the Attempt • Bereaved by Suicide Learning Objectives: • Undertake a suicide risk assessment effectively • Develop a collaborative safety plan • Provide effective management following a suicide attempt Register here
The one- day Trauma Refresher Skills course is designed for rural and remote doctors, nurses and paramedics working in sites that have no dedicated trauma service and are required to provide care to the critically ill trauma patient. Facilitated by experienced interprofessional emergency medicine clinicians, participants will have to opportunity to refresh their skills in the management of the critically ill trauma patient and consolidate the crucial principles of trauma management through skills workshops and interactive case discussions. Participants will have the opportunity to practice essential trauma procedures including vascular access and chest drain insertion, bringing it all together in...
The Great Southern Health Professional Networks invite you to a special evening with Dr Mark Hanikiri for a educational evening on Hand Injury Assessment and commonly missed hand injuries'. Light snacks will be provided and numbers are limited. To register click here
The Injury Prevention Summit is a one-day event held biennially by Injury Matters, via the Know Injury program, with funding from the Western Australian Department of Health. The event will be held on 11th May 2023 and will bring together injury prevention and safety promotion practitioners, policymakers and Local Governments from across Western Australia to share knowledge and build capacity to integrate injury prevention and safety promotion practices into their work. Expect Keynote presentations from experts Denise Sullivan, Director of Chronic Disease Prevention at the Department of Health, Lucy Saunders, Director and Founder of Healthy Streets, and Professor Tanya Chikritzhs, lead of...
These sessions are open to all healthcare professionals, including GPs, practice nurses, allied health practitioners, and hospital based medical practitioners. The first session will provide attendees with an understanding of: Weight bias and weight stigma, including: – The impact of weight stigma in the healthcare setting – Patient experiences of weight stigma, including lived experience perspectives – How to practice using an approach free from weight stigma The interplay of the multiple, complex factors contributing to weight and overall health. To register click HERE
Join us for a unique island experience – the beautiful Mackerel Islands. The days will be a mix of educational components and relaxation. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming and fishing whilst learning how to deal with emergency situations, develop your practical skills and professional abilities. At night, socialise with dinner under the stars with fellow participants. This is an opportunity to have an off the beaten track experience that is not to be missed. About the event The weekend provides participants with the opportunity to learn about the management of medical emergencies in a remote environment with limitation in equipment, personnel and...
May is our Spirometry month – This webinar follows on from the ‘Introduction to Spiormetry’ to provide information on interpretation. You know how to perform spirometry but what do the results mean? Register for our webinar to learn more. Identify normal spirometry Compare and contrast normal spirometry with obstructive, restrictive and mixed obstructive-restrictive patterns Assess bronchodilator response Date: Wednesday 24 May 2023 Time: 1 pm – 2 pm Presenter: Max Jenkins-Cooney Senior Respiratory Technologist, Asthma WA Register here Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email, calendar entry including a weblink to join the webinar on the day
Register now to attend this upcoming professional development webinar on Tuesday 6 June 2023 at 7:15pm (AEST). Attend to learn more about the concept of decolonisation in mental health and the importance of incorporating cultural considerations into practice. Panellists will discuss: • The meaning of decolonising mental health for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. • Strategies and resources that support the cultural needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families at an individual, family, and community level.
WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA) and Rural Health West present a one day forum is aimed to meet the learning and health needs of the individual GP and the Peel community they serve. The forum will include lectures, interactive discussion and sessions delivered and facilitated by experienced specialists. Following the forum will be an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. This forum has been provided through a collaboration between WAPHA and Rural Health West to support the medical workforce in the Peel region. Topics/presenters include: Preventing burnout – Dr Sarah Newman Palliative care – Dr Hildah Locke Concussion in general...
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