Events

Working together to explore ways to work together to explore the role of telehealth along the ear health pathway. Health professionals and providers are invited to join us on Friday 11 June 2021 for this one-day event to: Explore the role of telehealth across the patient’s ear health journey and lifespan. Identify statewide telehealth capabilities, where telehealth systems are working well and where improvements can be adopted. Share knowledge and skills to improve health care delivery in Aboriginal communities through innovative telehealth solutions. Participate in hands-on interactive upskilling and education. Learn practical applications including use of technology and culturally inclusive...

The Symposium is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service, through the Better Medical Care Initiative. The one day Rural Clinicians, Rural Practice and Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Symposium will include lectures, interactive discussions and sessions delivered throughout the day, facilitated by experienced rural health professionals.  The symposium is centred around creating a safe and open environment for rural cliniocans to explore VAD in the context of rural practice, contextualising the legislation, process, practice, consequences and potential unintended consequences of VAD.  The symposium will also provide an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. This Symposium...

Registration for the Rural Health West CPD: Rural Clinicians, Rural Practice and Voluntary Assisted Dying Symposium, being held at Parmelia Hilton Perth on Friday 11 June 2021, is now open!   The one day Rural Clinicians, Rural Practice and Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Symposium will include lectures, interactive discussions and sessions delivered throughout the day, facilitated by experienced rural health professionals. The symposium is centred around creating a safe and open environment for rural clinicians to explore VAD in the context of rural practice, contextualising the legislation, process, practice, consequences and potential unintended consequences of VAD.   This Symposium is...

Friday 11 June 2021 5:00pm-7:00pm The Colourpatch Cafe, Augusta Enjoy canapes, drinks and networking with other health professionals at the Colourpatch networking drinks in Augusta, hosted by the South West Health Professionals Network. Local health professionals and their families are welcome to attend. Registrations are essential - please register here. For more information, please contact Sally Mueller.

12 & 17 June 2021 9:00am This workshop aims to increase health professionals’ skills and confidence in taking a detailed suicide history, and provides practical tools for managing suicide risk presentations. Western Australia Primary Health Alliance: ATSP Blended Module 2 – Session 4 Facilitated by: Kathy O'Grady Co-Facilitated by: Jan Orman Module 2 of Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention (blended). This interactive, online workshop aims to develop participants’ skills and knowledge in: • Undertaking a suicide risk assessment effectively • Developing a collaborative safety plan • Implementing a team approach to treatment planning • Providing effective management following a suicide...

Join us at the inaugural Rural Anaesthesia Down Under Conference in sunny Broome. The three-day event will include lectures, small problem based discussions, case studies and hands on skills stations delivered concurrently over the event and facilitated by experienced GP Anaesthetists. The conference will also provide the opportunity to network with fellow GP Anaesthetists and colleagues, whilst experiencing the attractions that this gateway to the Kimberley has to offer. Conference details Date: Sunday 13th June to Wednesday 16th June 2021 Venue: Cable Beach Club Broome To download the preliminary program, please click here.   CPD points An application for CPD points will be submitted...

Death is an important part of life. So like any other significant life event, it’s well worth your consideration and a little forward planning. This process is called advance care planning. Advance care planning is the process of discussing and documenting your future health care wishes, values and priorities. It enables your family, friends, carers and health professionals to understand what you want, should you become so unwell that you are unable to speak for yourself. More than 80% of Australians think it’s important to put our end-of-life care preferences into writing, but less than 5% of us have completed...

Communities from the Manjimup, Pemberton and Northcliffe areas are invited to join WA Country Health Service - South West as they undertake regional service planning, as part of the Bunbury Hospital Redevelopment. Wednesday 16 June 2021 11:00am - 1:00pm (please arrive by 10:45am) Wellness and Respite Community Centre - 1a Edwards Street, Manjimup Light lunch provided This is an exciting opportunity to have your say and contribute to the development of a strong network of hospitals that deliver care closer to home.  View the flyer here. Registrations are essential. For more information please contact WACHS-SW-BHServDev@health.wa.gov.au.

TRACS WA and the National Stroke Foundation invite you to the Virtual Stroke Symposium on Wednesday 16th June from 12:00-2:30pm via MS Teams. This symposium has been supported by the Stroke Community of Practice. Content of the afternoon includes presentations on: - Mood disorders following stroke presented by Geriatrician Dr Alicia Massarotto - The Influence if mood disorders on engagement in rehabilitation by Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Nicky Brosnan - The interaction between language disorders and mood by Speech Pathologist Dr Erin Godecke - Staying motivated following stroke: the lived experience - Presentation from the National Stroke Foundation State Manager, Luke Hays about...