Practice Manager Education Day

Eastern Melbourne PHN invites Practice Managers to a full-day event of education and networking.

Featured Speakers:

HR Triage Workshop: Prioritising Practice Issues Through Peer Insight
Join George Sotiris, Founder and Director of HR in Health, as he unpacks the complexities of the healthcare employment landscape.

Learning Objectives:

1. Collaborate with peers to identify, discuss, and prioritise common HR issues faced in medical practices.
2. Build confidence in triaging performance, conduct, and cultural matters through shared experiences and real-life examples.
3. Gain clarity on recent HR and compliance updates relevant to your practice in 2025.

AVANT – AI and Cyber Security in Medical Practice
Caitlin Burns and Emily Swan
Explore the evolving role of AI in healthcare and how to safely and effectively implement it into your practice. Learn about critical considerations around patient privacy, data security, and cost when integrating AI into clinical settings.

National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Commencing July 2025
The National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) was announced as part of the 2023–24 Federal Budget, with the Australian Government committing $263.8 million to establish the program. Commencing this July 2025, the program aims to improve health outcomes for Australians by detecting lung cancer at an earlier, more treatable stage. It is being designed with a strong focus on equity, accessibility, and cultural safety, particularly to support those at highest risk of developing lung cancer.

Learn more about the NLCSP from a variety of speakers:

• Roselie Moore, Lung Cancer Screening and Cancer Infrastructure Branch, Department of Health and Aged Care
• Peter Bligh, Director Cancer, National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO)
• Professor Vivienne Milch, Medical Director, Cancer Australia
• John Lee, Telstra Health, National Cancer Screening Register
• Dr Hashinee Weraduwage, HealthPathways Clinical Editor

MBS Chronic Disease Management Changes – Are You Prepared?
Wendy O’Meara, Primary Care Consultant
Stay informed about key updates to MyMedicare, Chronic Disease Management, and Aged Care incentives. Wendy will guide you through the changes and provide practical tips to ensure your practice remains ahead of the curve.

Namarata Malhotra – AAPM Practice Manager of the Year (2024)
Hear from Namarata as she shares her journey of skilled leadership, clear vision and dedication – driving improved patient outcomes and fostering a strong, collaborative culture at her practice.

EMPHN will also share the latest updates on programs and services designed to support general practices across the catchment.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers, stay ahead of industry changes, and enhance your professional knowledge.