Events

Join Dr Wallis for a series of webinars improving outcomes for patients with chronic conditions My Health Record for health practitioners Learn how to access my health record Learn about what is on my health record Learn how to upload/share onto my health record

Learn skills and gain confidence to assist young people experiencing mental health problems  Mental illnesses often start in adolescence or early adulthood and it is important to detect problems early to ensure the young person is properly treated and supported The YMHFA course teaches adults who have frequent contact with adolescents, such as parents employers, guardians school staff, sport coaches and youth workers, how to assist adolescents who are developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis

Does bariatric surgery have a role in managing diabetes? Presented by Nikki Cummings, Accredited Practicing Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist Grad Diploma in Dietetics, PhD Nikki currently works at Wexford Gastroenterology and has over 20 years experience as a Dietitian. She has specialist interest and further training in the field of Gastroenterology, pre- and post-Bariatric surgery nutritional management and also works as an Eating Disorder specialist at The Hollywood Clinic, Nedlands. Nikki will be discussing the different types of bariatric surgery available, the potential impact on diabetes management and the importance of post operative nutritional advice and support.

Join us for a workshop to gain the resources and skills to communicate within multidisciplinary teams, to ensure relevance of healthy food in the planning of built environments. Hear from speakers about the emerging evidence needed to advocate for change and future strategies for policy responses to support availability to and access of Healthy Food. Supported by the Heart Foundation.

Advance care planning is an important step in ensuring a person’s preferences and values are known at the end of their life. General practice has an opportunity to start these discussions with patients because trust has already been established. WA Primary Health Alliance is working with Hammond Care to support Western Australian general practices to implement a team-based approach to initiating advance care planning and palliative care into everyday clinical practice. The Advance Project is a practical, evidence based toolkit and training package, specifically  designed to support general practices to deliver team-based care. Access the pre-event online training here –...

Webinar 2 - Chronic Disease Management Become familiar with chronic disease item numbers Learn how to create a patient focused GPMP and TCA Learn how to use a TCA to access medicare funded allied health care services

Join a free GP Satellite Educational event on syphilis and gonorrhoea to be held during the upcoming ASHM Sexual Health and HIV Conferences in Perth. This session will be delivered by Dr Nick Medland, Consultant Sexual Health Physician Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Alfred Health Dr Sallie Forrest, Public Health Physician Metropolitan Communicable Disease Control, Perth Dr Sally Murray, Sexual Health Physician Royal Perth Hospital, Perth Light catering and refreshments will be provided. You do not need to be registered for the ASH RSVP: Please email your attendance to shbbvp@health.wa.gov.au by Wednesday 12th September, 2019 Enquiries: 08 9222 2355

Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention is a two day workshop designed for professionals and para-professionals in the human services whose roles bring them into regular contact with people at risk of suicide. This workshop aims to help participants:  Gain an understanding of the problem of suicide  Identify suicide risk  Provide a framework for risk assessment and intervention  Develop appropriate intervention skills  Understand the limits to confidentiality  Understand the importance of consultation  Gain an understanding of self-harming behavior  Gain an understanding of the link between mental disorders and suicidal behaviors  Understand the importance of...

Forum details This forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist Procedural GP Education Series. The one-day Rural Psychiatry and Mental Health Forum 2019 will include lectures, interactive discussions and sessions delivered concurrently over the day and facilitated by experienced specialists. The forum will provide an opportunity to network will fellow colleagues. Eligibility Open to all currently practicing medical practitioners, psychiatrists, psychologists and psychiatric liaison nurses.