Events

This World Heart Day, the Heart Foundation is partnering with the World Heart Federation and the High Blood Pressure Council of Australia to bring to you another health professional live and recorded, free Zoom webinar . Along with Prof Garry Jennings, Chief Medical Advisor and Interim CEO of the Heart Foundation, our global expert panel will explore the latest clinical controversies in blood pressure management, including targets, resistant hypertension, and new digital technology for blood pressure monitoring. General practitioner CPD accreditation will be applied for this educational activity https://heartfoundation-au.zoom.us/webinar/register/4016294312300/WN_m8-FHAYCQ9qhCJ4wckDo7g

Doctors face unique barriers to accessing health care and it’s well recognized that without their own GP, doctors are more likely to self-diagnose, self-treat and self-prescribe, which can lead to poorer health outcomes. It’s not all bad news though, doctors can learn a specific skillset that helps them treat other doctors more effectively. During this webinar you’ll gain insight into supporting doctor health and wellbeing, as we cover: the key health risks and health seeking behaviour of doctors strategies for reducing the barriers to accessing health care for doctor-patients Improving the quality and outcomes of consultations with doctor-patients. Learning outcomes...

One day GP education event featuring specialists in breast care from Perth Breast Cancer Institute and Perth Radiological Clinic. Topics will include: Breast Cancer contemporary management Benign breast problems including dense breasts, implants, fibroadenoma and more Survivorship issues including menopausal symptoms, diet and exercise, fertility and bone health Panel discussion: questions and cases for discussion can be submitted upon registration Event is held in completely separate area to quarantining guests Lunch and morning/afternoon tea included. FREE EVENT for registered attendees. This is a CPD Activity under the RACGP CPD Program Book here

Over a light meal, join colleagues as we explore the signs and symptoms of vision threatening ophthalmic conditions, how to appropriately manage common ophthalmic infections in general practice and managing patients with acute and chronic glaucoma. Designed for GPs in training, however this topic is suitable for all GPs wanting a refresher on this topic. Cost: $30 Members CPD: 4 points Register here 

The GP’s roles in supporting families and adolescents with eating disorders (or at-risk of) is important. This webinar explores identifying the at-risk patient, assessment and diagnosis; the referral pathways available, when to refer and coordinating care; useful resources and how GPs can support the patient and their families. Learning outcomes Explain the role of the GP in the early detection and assessment of patients with an eating disorder Recognise the features of at least two different types of eating disorders Develop a comprehensive management plan, including referral to appropriate services Describe the role of the GP in the multidisciplinary team...

A one day primer course focused on the first ten minutes of emergency paediatric care. The Paediatric Life Support Course covers the basics of emergency paediatric management, using the structured approach as taught on the three days APLS Course. Consistent with the latest clinical practice in Australia and New Zealand, information is presented in lectures, workshops, practical sessions and hands on emergency scenarios over a single day. All PLS instructors are leading practitioners in the field of paediatric care. Candidates also receive a comprehensive manual, and are tested on key components. http://www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au/fileadmin/sections/postgraduate_medical_education/Flyers/PLS__Narrogin_13_October_2021.pdf

The school holidays (25 September - 10 October) are fast approaching and it's now time to book a HelpingMinds workshop for your kids! Each workshop is filled with fun and exciting activities designed for children and teenagers who are experiencing emotional difficulties; who are at risk of developing a mental health issue; or who are supporting a family member or friend with mental health challenges. Click on the locations below to find workshops in your area.   Regional WA Workshops Broome: Art for the Mind (ages 8-12) and Building Resilience with Lego (ages 8-12) Carnarvon: Mini Master Kitchen (ages 8-12) Geraldton: Mindfulness Matters (girls...

The Western Trauma Course (WTC) provides rural and remote health care practitioners with the education, re-training and re-skilling to successfully assess, triage and manage acute trauma patients, and is specifically aimed to meet the needs of rural and remote health care professionals, considering such issues as sparse population, limited medical facilities and staffing, and longer transport times. The WTC covers the essential components of early trauma management through a combination of: eLearning modules interactive discussions graphic demonstrations practical hands on skill stations and trauma case scenarios. Participants receive the eLearning module and a course manual approximately 3 weeks before the...

Overview This half-day workshop provides opportunity to develop effective skills in patient-centered communication. Goals of care discussions allow patient values to be at the forefront of care planning with the understanding and practical application of an evidence-based framework. Goals of care conversations and planning evolve over time from admission to discharge or death, not in isolation, and require all health professionals to communicate patient values effectively, within and between any health care team. This workshop uses experiential scenarios that provide participants with an opportunity to practice simulated patient care conversations and receive real-time feedback. Learning areas Develop advanced patient-centered communication...