Events

Do you regularly look after a family member or friend who experiences a mental health challenge or substance dependency, has a long term health condition (including terminal or chronic illness), has a disability or is frail due to old age? Join us for a chat and find out how the Carer Gateway program can help you. In this information session, you will learn about the support available through Carer Gateway and how carers can register for the program. Where: The People Place, 19/21 Kent Street West Busselton WA 6280 Who: All adults who are caring for a friend or family member are welcome...

Health Professional Education Introduction to Spirometry - Webinar Education Session. This session is designed for General Practitioners, Practice Nurses and other health professionals. May is our Spirometry month – we have two webinars coming up this month. The first is an Introduction to Spirometry and later in the month, we will provide more information on interpreting spirometry results. Has it been a while since you have had a refresher on spirometry? Are you new to Spirometry or want to improve your confidence in Spirometry? This is the session for you and will include: Understand why spirometry is performed Define key...

Come and join us for an interactive session to provide South West Doctors and Nurses with the latest information about advance care planning, goals of care and palliative care. This FREE session is particularly relevant to health professionals that work in aged care, but all health professionals interested in learning more about the topic are welcome. PRESENTERS: Dr Emily Hill, Palliative Care Doctor, Dr Jonty Rothstein, Palliative Care Doctor, South West Palliative Care Team TARGET GROUP:  General Practitioners, Health Professionals working in Aged Care, Facility Managers Register by following the link.

GP Education Series: Vascular South West general practitioners are invited to an educational evening with Clinical Associate Professor Dr Carsten Ritter, Specialist Vascular Surgeon. With over 20 years’ experience, he manages all aspects of vascular disease, including venous and arterial pathologies. Dr Ritter’s specialty area includes varicose veins, pelvic congestion, diabetic foot and thoracic outlet. This event is FREE for members of the South West Health Professionals Network – Visit swhpn.com.au/network to join as a member (membership is free). For more information, please email SWHPN Program Officer Jolijn Thompson at contact@swhpn.com.au Date:      Thursday, 4 May 2023 Time:     5.30pm...

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

Curing Hepatitis C In Primary Care Webinar Treatment with direct acting antivirals is easier than ever. This course aims to provide general practitioners, nurse practitioners and other prescribing practitioners the skills and confidence to diagnose, assess, manage, and treat HCV in primary care. Increasing  Hepatitis C treatment in primary care is crucial to achieving hepatitis C elimination in Australia by 2030. Date:  Saturday 13 May 2023, 10:00am – 1:00pm (AWST) Target Audience: General Practitioners, Nurses Practitioners, and other practitioners prescribing or intending to prescribe s85 direct-acting antiviral medication for HCV in primary care settings Course Components: Completion of the pre-course survey...

General practitioners (GPs) have an essential role in the diagnosis and ongoing care of patients with acute, chronic, and progressive haematological conditions. Full blood count and blood chemistry are some of the most common pathology tests ordered in general practice. When combined with history-taking and examination, these investigations are vital to identifying underlying blood disorders. At this webinar, Dr Tony Calogero will discuss how to interpret full blood count (FBC) results, recognise abnormal findings, and determine the appropriate course of action - whether it be referral to a haematologist or ongoing monitoring in primary care On the morning of Tuesday...

Following the recent launch of WA Primary Health Alliance’s SHAPE (Supporting Holistic And Person centred weight Education) website and Conversations About Weight online training, WA Primary Health Alliance, in partnership with local healthcare professionals and lived experience voices, is pleased to present a six part masterclass webinar series on supporting patients with weight concerns to improve their health and wellbeing. 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...

Manjimup Health Professionals Sundowner The South West Health Professionals Network invites our Manjimup health professionals to our sundowner event. Light refreshments and canapés provided. Places are limited. This event is FREE for members of the South West Health Professionals Network – Visit swhpn.com.au/network to join as a member (membership is free). For more information, please email SWHPN Program Officer Jolijn Thompson at contact@swhpn.com.au Date:      Thursday, 25 May 2023 Time:     5.00pm to 7.30pm Venue:   Tall Timbers Manjimup, 88 Giblett Street Manjimup WA To register follow please follow the link.

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: Follow this link to register for the workshop. Length: One Day...