Gout treatment | Online

Webinar

GPs, nurses and other primary healthcare professionals can attend this webinar to hear from Professor Flavia Cicuttini, Head of Rheumatology Department, Alfred Hospital, Head of Musculoskeletal Unit Monash University. Topics The impact of gout on the patient and the healthcare system. Gout is not a benign condition Management of acute gout: a common presentation. Prevention […]

Free

Motivational Interviewing Training | Bendigo

Quality Hotel Lakeside 286 Napier Street, Bendigo, VIC, Australia

Aboriginal health practitioners, allied health professionals, nurses and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment, who would like to offer extended client support or brief interventions, and increase their skills, knowledge and confidence in their motivational interviewing approach can attend this training. Learning outcomes: Describe the key skills and principles of motivational […]

Free

A journey into Sorry Business gathering | Glenroy

Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service 664 Daniel Street, Glenroy, NSW, Australia

An opportunity for community to gather and learn more about the Journey into Sorry Business supportive palliative care booklet for Aboriginal people living in Wiradjuri, Yorta Yorta, Waveroo and Duduroa Countries. The gathering will include a Welcome to Country with Aunty Edna Stewart and a talk by Pauline Lawrence from Mercy Health. Refreshments will be […]

Free

GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Online

Webinar

The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person's treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support, at the right time. This workshop is for GP/GP registrars to learn how to use the IAR decision support […]

Free

Advanced Life Support Level 2 Course | Shepparton

Elsie Jones Education Centre GV Health, Graham Street , Shepparton, VIC, Australia

Opportunity for clinicians to complete an Advanced Life Support Level 2 (ALS2) course in Shepparton, hosted by Goulburn Valley Health. Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 October, 7.50am-5.15pm each day This two-day course focuses on developing advanced skills and knowledge in managing cardiac arrest and other medical emergencies. This course covers advanced resuscitation skills and the […]

$1811

Introduction to Aboriginal Cultural Safety | Online

Webinar

This training is suitable general practice and mental health services staff and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment. Facilitated by the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO), the training will offer foundational knowledge and awareness on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, identities and cultures while exploring the basics of […]

Free

Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online

Webinar

The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person's treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support, at the right time. General practitioners, registrars, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murray […]

Free

Bendigo Health 6th Annual Emergency Medicine Procedural Workshop for GPs | Bendigo

Monash University School of Rural Health 20/26 Mercy St, Bendigo

Bendigo Health Emergency Department presents another day of high fidelity, hands-on, advanced procedural skills course for rural GPs. This year learn neonatal/paediatric resuscitation, respiratory emergencies, adult BLS/CPR, point of care ultrasound and attend a plastering masterclass. Includes 5 procedural stations and FACEM faculty. ✓ Update your emergency knowledge ✓ Practice your procedural skills ✓ Refine […]

$300

Management of Sports Trauma (MOST) Course | Melbourne

Melbourne Cricket Ground Brunton Avenue, Richmond

The ACSEP Management of Sports Trauma (MOST) Course combines current theory and a practical approach to equip medical professionals with the core skills needed to manage traumatic sporting injuries, on and off the field. Highly practical and interactive, this comprehensive two-day course addresses common emergencies that might confront a healthcare or medical professional, covers the […]

What’s New in Hepatitis C Treatment and Support | Bendigo

La Trobe University Flora Hill Campus Edwards Road, Bendigo, Victoria, Australia

Presented by Orticare, Grampians Loddon Mallee Pharmacotherapy Network Join us as we take a look at the latest in hepatitis C treatments and the services available to assist healthcare professionals supporting patients who are at risk of, or currently living with hepatitis C. Audience: Prescribers, Pharmacists, AOD Nurses Click here for more information and to […]

GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Online

Webinar

The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person's treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support, at the right time. This workshop is for GP/GP registrars to learn how to use the IAR decision support […]

Free

Motivational Interviewing Training | Mildura

Quality Hotel Mildura Grand Corner Seventh Street and Langtree Avenue, Mildura , Victoria, Australia

Aboriginal health practitioners, allied health professionals, nurses and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment, who would like to offer extended client support or brief interventions, and increase their skills, knowledge and confidence in their motivational interviewing approach can attend this training. Learning outcomes: Describe the key skills and principles of motivational […]

Free

Hepatitis C for nurses and midwives | Online

The aim of this online training course is to upskill and support nurses to assist clients who may be at risk of or living with Hep C access appropriate treatment and care. Course Learning Outcomes:  Identify when testing/screening for HCV is indicated. Interpret HCV test results. Discuss required pre-treatment assessments for HCV. Determine which HCV […]

What’s New In Hepatitis C Treatment and Support | Echuca

Echuca Regional Health Board Room 226 Service Street, Echuca, Australia

Presented by Orticare, Grampians Loddon Mallee Pharmacotherapy Network. Join us as we take a look at the latest in hepatitis C treatments and the services available to assist healthcare professionals supporting patients who are at risk of, or currently living with hepatitis C. Audience: Prescribers, Pharmacists, AOD Nurses Click here for more information and to […]

Free

2nd Primary Care Infectious Diseases Meeting (PCID) – hybrid event

Immunisation Coalition, in collaboration with Inovating, is pleased to announce the Primary Care Infectious Diseases meeting in Sydney, on 19 October. This hybrid event is specifically designed for General Practitioners and Nurses who immunise/vaccinate against infectious diseases. Topics include: • Addressing vaccine hesitancy/fatigue; what’s the plan Stan? • Understanding long COVID-19: diagnosis and management • […]

Free

Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online

Webinar

The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person's treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support, at the right time. General practitioners, registrars, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murray […]

Free

Bendigo Health CAMHS – what we do and Q&A

Bendigo Cancer Centre Mercy Street, Bendigo, VIC, Australia

Bendigo Health Mental Health and Wellbeing Services invite GPs to an evening meeting to facilitate an exchange of ideas and information about the CAMHS Service on Monday 21 October at 6.30pm for a 7-8.30pm discussion. CAMHS values the opportunity to hear and discuss any queries regarding the services to understand GP needs and perspectives better. The […]

Latest medical imaging for prostate cancer diagnosis, and utility of imaging in prostate cancer follow-up – a guide for GPs

Urologist Dr Fairleigh Reeves will provide a summary of the diagnostic tools available for prostate cancer, with a focus on imaging modalities and their role in the detection of prostate cancer. Dr Reeves will also cover the changing landscape of prostate cancer follow-up in the context of availability MRI and PSMA PET. Case studies will […]

Free

STI Community of Practice – Mpox

Online

Hosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training And Learning (VHHITAL) program Facilitator: Dr Melanie Bissessor, Sexual Health Physician (Melbourne Sexual Health Centre) in conjunction with VHHITAL Topics: Updates and best practice information on diagnosis and treatment of Mpox Audience: Primary healthcare practitioners Click here for further information and to register.  

2024 Victorian Immunisation Seminar | Melbourne

Kartsens Melbourne Level 9, 123 Queen St, Melbourne

The 2024 Victorian Immunisation Seminar aims to equip healthcare professionals with updated strategies and best practices in immunisation. You will upskill in various areas of immunisation, providing you with 6 CPD hours. Through focused sessions on managing RSV in primary healthcare settings, adolescent immunisations, and immunisation catchups, this one-day event seeks to enhance participant knowledge, […]

$95

When community palliative care meets general practice | Mildura

Botanica Restaurant 413 Deakin Avenue, Mildura, VIC, Australia

Community palliative care provides support and specialised medical care to manage pain, symptoms and emotional distress outside of hospital. Primary healthcare providers play a key role as the main point of contact, delivering consistent care and personalised assistance. GPs, GP registrars and nurses are invited to meet the local palliative care team and specialist who […]

Free

Progressive Chronic Kidney Disease | Online

Webinar

Late referral is common because 90% of kidney function can be lost before people experience symptoms. Sadly, 17% of people commence dialysis within 90 days of being referred to a kidney service. Join Kidney Health Australia with A/Prof Ivor Katz (Nephrologist, St George Hospital, Sydney) and Dr Gary Chang (General practitioner, Brisbane) as they demonstrate […]

Free

Chronic Disease Care Planning | Online

Online

The Chronic Disease Care Planning Course (CHCCCS001) is a nationally accredited course that aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to manage the client with chronic disease by including care planning, identifying risk factors, identifying and supporting behaviour change, engaging the client, applying health interventions and developing effective care plans. Aboriginal and […]

Free

North East Practice Network Meeting | Wodonga

The Cube Wodonga 118 Hovell Street, Wodonga, Victoria, Australia

Local general practice staff are invited to this event to network with peers, receive industry updates and discuss quality improvement learnings with our general practice support team. Wendy O'Meara from Larter Consulting will also deliver a presentation on MyMedicare, the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive and new chronic conditions management items, and MBS item […]

Free

Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online

Webinar

The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person's treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support, at the right time. General practitioners, registrars, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murray […]

Free

Infection prevention and control – Acute respiratory infection (ARI) outbreak preparedness and response in residential aged care | Webinar

Webinar

This webinar is for residential aged care home clinical, care and environmental services staff and managers. Participants will learn knowledge to help them in the preparedness and management of acute respiratory infection outbreaks (including influenza, COVID-19 and RSV) in residential aged care home settings. Click here to learn more and register.  

Free