Events

2 December 2022 Busselton PROMPT is an evidence-based, multi-professional obstetric training package for all clinicians required to respond to obstetric emergencies in maternity hospitals. The program aims to reduce preventable harm for mothers and their babies which is best achieved by training staff in their local, real-time working clinical environment. The PROMPT training package improves teamwork and consists of interactive lectures, drills and workshops, providing hands-on experience of practical skills in simulated obstetric emergency situations. The key components of PROMPT training are that it is multi-professional and locally situated using the whole team in their usual response roles. Internationally, the introduction...

Asthma WA invites you to our next health professional education webinar on 'COPD Pharmacotherapy'. This webinar will cover: Treatment goals for patients with COPD Demonstration of correct device technique Pharmacotherapy options for patients with COPD Date: Wednesday 7th December 2022 Time: 1pm – 2pm ​ There will be opportunities to ask questions at the conclusion of the event.

Management can be difficult, especially in the rural or remote areas and sharing similar stories amongst peers will highlight the uniqueness of this role. This webinar consists of 5 panel members sharing their personal journeys into becoming a clinical manager in a rural or remote area. Challenges, rewards and advice will be discussed amongst the panel of managers as well as sharing unique stories and their pathway of how they got to where they are now!

So...what is surf therapy? Surf therapy is an exciting area of therapeutic intervention that has a growing body of evidence for its effectiveness with mental health difficulties. It is also a great way to maintain good mental health. Flowstate's 4 week Youth Wellness Surf Program for Young people 12-17. These programs are designed for Young People who want to learn to surf or improve their surfing, while also leaning skills for their mental and emotional wellbeing in a fun and social environment. These programs are FREE as they are funded by the AMR Shire and delivered by two mental health therapists...

Registrations for The Simulation Continuum presented by Edith Cowan University (ECU) are now open! When:  31 January & 1 February 2023 Where:  Edith Cowan University, Bunbury Time:     8.00am to 12.00pm Cost:       $346.00 Follow this link to register. For more information e-mail snmshortcourses@ecu.edu.au

Registrations for Rural Health West CPD workshop: Rural Emergency Advanced Clinical Training (REACT+) being held in Perth on Thursday 2 and Friday 3 February 2023 and Thursday 9 and Friday 10 March 2023 are now open! Workshop details The Rural Health West CPD REACT+ workshop is designed to assist Western Australian Visiting Medical Practitioners to maintain their emergency knowledge and skills, and gain formal assessment towards their emergency credentialing, as required by WA Country Health Service. Covering medical emergencies, major trauma and cardiac arrest in adults and children, and associated lifesaving procedural skills training, REACT+ is a highly interactive workshop. Participants...

Do you feel confident managing your type 2 diabetes? There is a lot to consider when you have diabetes, so if you ever feel unsure, don’t worry, you’re not alone. The DESMOND program recognises that there is no 'one size fits all' approach to diabetes management. It is intended to provide you with a welcoming and non-judgmental space where you can plan how you would like to manage your diabetes. The DESMOND program covers: Healthy food choices Physical activity Blood glucose monitoring Medication management Personal goal setting. DESMOND is built around group activities, with participants sharing experiences and talking about...

Come and meet South West HPN Regional Program Officer Jolijn Thompson and learn more about the South West Health Professionals Network and how we provide education and networking events in the South West. Where:   St John of God Bunbury Hospital Café, 700 Robertson Drive, College Grove When:    Wednesday 8 February 2023 Time:      9.30am to 1.00pm Please contact jolijn.thompson@swhpn.com.au if you would like more information. We look forward to seeing you there.

We have a new acronym... Sharing the Challenges & Appreciation of Rural Practice (SCARP)! Working as a rural and remote doctor can be a steep slope of learning. Join the South West medical community for relaxed and interactive sessions exploring unique case presentations and experiences from local hospital doctors and GPs. Medical students welcome. See SCARPsouthwest.eventbrite.com for up-coming events and to register.

The Paperbark Wellness Project will be hosting an event foscussing on Depression in Busselton on Wednesday, 8 February 2023. Come along, listen to our experts, and bring your stories or questions with you. The panellists for the evening will be Heather Lowndes (psychologist), Victoria Martin (naturopath), Dr Sarah Moore (GP) and Dr Katerina Zoetelief (chiropractor). More on the panellists can be found below. The MC for the evening will be Genevieve Morrissey (counsellor & PWP Coordinator). This is a ticketed event with limited numbers. Tickets cost $22 + B/F (light nibbles inc). Date: Wednesday 8th February 2023 Time: 6.30pm for...