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SUMMARY:COVID-19 vaccination in Australian general practice Quality Improvement Program
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our experts as they discuss latest recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination in older patients. This practice-wide quality improvement exercise will enable you to identify potential barriers to vaccine uptake and check your performance against evidence-based benchmarks. \n\n\n\nThere are two pathways for this program\, one for GPs\, and one for Practice staff (including practice managers\, practice nurses and other relevant practice staff). Please ensure you select the right program for your position. \n\n\n\nThis education is designed to take place over multiple weeks. It does not need to be completed in one sitting. You can stop at any time\, and progress will be saved. You can find education you have started on your Dashboard. \n\n\n\nOn completion of this quality improvement program\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand the current status of COVID-19 in Australia\, in particular its impact on older patients in primary care \n\n\n\nClarify the role of vaccination in preventing COVID-19-related morbidity and mortality in older patients \n\n\n\nReview current best practice recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination in patients aged 65 and older \n\n\n\nUsing a team-based approach\, decide on quality improvement targets and actions related to improving uptake of COVID-19 vaccines in older patients in primary care \n\n\n\nImplement and reflect on practice-wide quality improvement initiatives for increasing COVID-19 vaccine uptake
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/covid-19-vaccination-in-australian-general-practice-quality-improvement-program/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261026T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261026T193000
DTSTAMP:20261011T223820Z
CREATED:20261011T221807Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar 2 - Catch Up Vaccinations - Protecting Refugees and Asylum Seekers. (Children).
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonash Health Partnering with SEMPHN \n\n\n\nProtecting refugees and asylum seeker communities from vaccination preventable conditions is important both for the individuals and the community. Assessing current vaccination needs and developing a catch-up vaccination plan can be challenging at times. \n\n\n\nOur webinar series aims to address some of the challenges in developing catch-up immunisations. \n\n\n\nWe will cover:\n\n\n\n\nThe process around assessing vaccination history\,\n\n\n\nPlanning catch up vaccinations\n\n\n\nAdministering catch up vaccinations\n\n\n\n\nWebinar 2 will focus on children and adolescents up to 20 years old. \n\n\n\nThe complexity of catch-up immunisations requires a process that covers overseas medical records review\, catch-up plan development and also navigating the risk of patients not being on AIR (Australian Immunisation Register) \n\n\n\nPresenters:\n\n\n\nDr Franziska Levin\n\n\n\nStudied medicine in Germany and Italy \n\n\n\nPrior to completing her GP training in the UK\, Dr Levin gained several yearsof experience in paediatrics. Since moving to Melbourne in 2018 she has worked in different areas of Melbourne\, taught medical students and worked at several covid-19 related health projects. She currently works as a refugee health fellow at the Monash Refugee Health and Wellbeing clinic\,as well as a GP in community health at Cohealth Collingwood and spends some evenings working in the virtual emergency department. \n\n\n\nAnother special interest has been developmental disability and chronic disease management. She developed her UK practice into a centre of excellence for patients with disability. For her efforts she was awarded with the UK GP trainee of the year in 2018. \n\n\n\nShegofa Hazara.\n\n\n\nA Registered Nurse working as a Refugee Health Nurse with Monash Health Refugee Health and Wellbeing. Over the past 12 years at Monash Health\, she has worked across a range of different nursing roles\, including Practice Nurse\, Nurse Liaison\, Nurse Immuniser\, and roles involving leadership of key portfolios such as Immunisation and Infectious Diseases. \n\n\n\nAs a Nurse Immuniser\, she provides catch-up vaccination services for children and adults\, supports access to preventative healthcare and protects vulnerable communities from vaccine-preventable diseases. A strong advocate for health equity and committed to reducing barriers to healthcare for refugees\, asylum seekers\, and culturally diverse populations.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/webinar-2-catch-up-vaccinations-protecting-refugees-and-asylum-seekers-children/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="South Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:info@semphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T090000
DTSTAMP:20260908T032350Z
CREATED:20260908T032347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T032350Z
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SUMMARY:Aged Care Virtual Community of Practice: South Region
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese quarterly sessions provide a practical\, peer-led forum for general practice\, residential aged care and other healthcare providers to continue the conversations started through the Aged Care Collaborative Sessions. Each session is designed to support shared learning\, strengthen local connections and explore practical approaches to improving coordination of care for residents. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis session is suitable for: \n\n\n\n\nGeneral practice staff\, particularly GPs providing care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\nPractice nurses and nurse practitioners supporting aged care work\n\n\n\nRACH staff\, including clinical managers\, facility managers\, and relevant corporate roles\n\n\n\nOther healthcare providers involved in delivering care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\nEach quarter will have a different theme. This session will focus on Palliative Care / End of Life Care and difficult conversations including a case study and will also include opportunities for discussion\, peer learning\, shared problem-solving and resource sharing. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there. \n\n\n\nFor more informationAged Care teamRACHsupport@emphn.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/aged-care-virtual-community-of-practice-south-region/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T200000
DTSTAMP:20261021T030817Z
CREATED:20261021T030811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T030817Z
UID:10000822-1793125800-1793131200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Beyond the job ad: a practical guide to hiring GPs
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is brought to you in partnership with NWMPHN and Avant Practice Solutions. This session is designed for practice managers\, business managers\, practice owners and team leaders working in general practice and primary care settings who are involved in recruiting and onboarding staff. NWMPHN is bringing experienced Avant consultants to deliver this practical workshop\, providing expert guidance to support practices in attracting\, recruiting and retaining GPs. \n\n\n\nRecruitment success starts long before a vacancy is advertised. Join us as we explore the end-to-end GP recruitment process\, including workforce planning\, employer branding\, overseas-qualified GP pathways\, interviewing\, onboarding and retention strategies that help practices secure the right talent. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\nJulie Hawkins is an experienced people leader and HR consultant with a strong foundation in healthcare and human resources\, specialising in recruitment and talent development across the Asia-Pacific region. She holds a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Technology Sydney and a Master of Commerce in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from Western Sydney University. \n\n\n\nJulie has held senior HR roles at global biopharmaceutical companies\, where she led initiatives in talent acquisition\, learning and development\, and organisational transformation. Her work has supported clinical and medical teams across APAC\, giving her deep insight into the unique challenges faced by healthcare professionals. \n\n\n\nGemma Gough is a senior practice advisor with Avant Practice Solutions\, bringing more than 23 years of healthcare experience across Australia and overseas. \n\n\n\nA former practice manager\, Gemma has worked across general practice\, specialist healthcare\, recruitment and business management. She is passionate about strong leadership\, sustainable practice management and helping healthcare businesses build thriving\, high-performing workplaces. \n\n\n\nGemma now partners with practice owners and managers to provide practical advice\, support and solutions that help strengthen operations\, navigate people challenges and plan confidently for the future. \n\n\n\nLaura Gass is a senior HR consultant with extensive experience partnering with healthcare organisations to deliver practical\, people-focused HR solutions. Her expertise spans recruitment\, workforce planning\, employee relations\, performance management\, leadership coaching and workforce compliance. \n\n\n\nBefore joining Avant Practice Solutions\, Laura worked with Healthscope\, supporting executive and clinical leaders across a workforce of more than 2\,500 employees. With over seven years’ HR experience across healthcare and large-scale organisations\, she helps practices build engaged\, high-performing and compliant workplaces. \n\n\n\nAt the end of this session\, you will have access to a toolkit to assist with the process. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nIdentify the key stages of a structured recruitment process and apply them to future hiring activities.\n\n\n\nDevelop at least three behavioural interview questions to effectively assess candidate suitability and cultural fit.\n\n\n\nEvaluate candidate responses using a consistent assessment framework to support evidence-based hiring decisions
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/beyond-the-job-ad-a-practical-guide-to-hiring-gps/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice manager
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260908T032535Z
CREATED:20260908T032531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T032535Z
UID:10000750-1793181600-1793185200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged Care Virtual Community of Practice: East Region
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese quarterly sessions provide a practical\, peer-led forum for general practice\, residential aged care and other healthcare providers to continue the conversations started through the Aged Care Collaborative Sessions. Each session is designed to support shared learning\, strengthen local connections and explore practical approaches to improving coordination of care for residents. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis session is suitable for: \n\n\n\n\nGeneral practice staff\, particularly GPs providing care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\nPractice nurses and nurse practitioners supporting aged care work\n\n\n\nRACH staff\, including clinical managers\, facility managers\, and relevant corporate roles\n\n\n\nOther healthcare providers involved in delivering care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\nEach quarter will have a different theme. This session will focus on Palliative Care / End of Life Care and difficult conversations including a case study and will also include opportunities for discussion\, peer learning\, shared problem-solving and resource sharing. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there. \n\n\n\nFor more informationAged Care teamRACHsupport@emphn.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/aged-care-virtual-community-of-practice-east-region-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20261020T023508Z
CREATED:20261020T023502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T023508Z
UID:10000816-1793212200-1793217600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Planetary Health and the Heart: Environmental risks and cardiovascular health
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan addressing environmental risk factors support cardiovascular disease prevention? \n\n\n\nFrom extreme heat\, flash floods and bushfire smoke to air pollution and climate change\, environmental factors are having an increasing impact on cardiovascular health. As evidence continues to emerge\, there is growing recognition of the role these factors play in cardiovascular disease and the opportunities for prevention and action. \n\n\n\nJoin the Heart Foundation and CSANZ for Planetary Health and the Heart: Environmental Risks and Cardiovascular Health\, an expert-led webinar exploring the connection between environmental exposures and cardiovascular disease\, and practical opportunities to support both patient and planetary health. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn:• How environmental factors influence cardiovascular health.• The cardiovascular impacts of air pollution and extreme heat.• Which populations are most vulnerable to environmental health risks.• Practical strategies to reduce environmental cardiovascular risk.• Opportunities to support both heart health and planetary health. \n\n\n\nPlease note this webinar has not been accredited and certificates will not be issued.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/planetary-health-and-the-heart-environmental-risks-and-cardiovascular-health/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20261020T023649Z
CREATED:20261020T023646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T023649Z
UID:10000818-1793212200-1793217600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Planetary health and the heart: Environmental risks and cardiovascular health
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan addressing environmental risk factors support cardiovascular disease prevention? \n\n\n\nFrom extreme heat\, flash floods and bushfire smoke to air pollution and climate change\, environmental factors are having an increasing impact on cardiovascular health. As evidence continues to emerge\, there is growing recognition of the role these factors play in cardiovascular disease and the opportunities for prevention and action. \n\n\n\nJoin the Heart Foundation and CSANZ for Planetary Health and the Heart: Environmental Risks and Cardiovascular Health\, an expert-led webinar exploring the connection between environmental exposures and cardiovascular disease\, and practical opportunities to support both patient and planetary health. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow environmental factors influence cardiovascular health.\n\n\n\nThe cardiovascular impacts of air pollution and extreme heat.\n\n\n\nWhich populations are most vulnerable to environmental health risks.\n\n\n\nPractical strategies to reduce environmental cardiovascular risk.\n\n\n\nOpportunities to support both heart health and planetary health.\n\n\n\n\nPlease note this webinar has not been accredited and certificates will not be issued.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/planetary-health-and-the-heart-environmental-risks-and-cardiovascular-health-3/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T111500
DTSTAMP:20260910T235449Z
CREATED:20260910T235447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T235449Z
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SUMMARY:WorkSafe: Health and Safety Month - My patient has been off work for a year. How do I best support them?
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by WorkSafe Victoria \n\n\n\nHealthcare providers play an important role in supporting recovery and return to work outcomes for injured workers who have been off work for a significant timeframe.  \n\n\n\nThis session explores common recovery barriers\, secondary psychological impacts\, WorkSafe support options and practical strategies than can help patients keep at it and stay on the path to a safe and sustainable return to work.  \n\n\n\nThe session will have expert presentations\, case studies and an engaging panel discussion to provide insights into supporting patients with complex needs and understand provider and scheme responsibilities. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\nDr Shaun SalimiDoctor\, Medical Advisor\, Coolaroo ClinicDr Salimi has over 23 years’ experience in Occupational Medicine. After graduating from the University of Western Australia in 2001\, he commenced work in occupational medicine and later completed a Graduate Diploma in Occupational and Environmental Medicine at Monash University. Throughout his career\, he has worked in occupational and industrial medical clinics across Victoria\, managing WorkCover patients. His principal areas of practice include work-related injury management\, return to work\, fitness for duty assessments\, and independent medical examinations. He has been a Medical Advisor to the Victorian WorkCover Authority since 2007 and has also advised a range of major organisations.In 2012\, Dr Salimi was a finalist for the WorkSafe Victoria Return to Work Award in the Medical Practitioner category. He has delivered educational presentations to general practitioners on occupational medicine and return to work as part of the RACGP continuing professional development program. Dr Salimi also prepares independent medicolegal reports and conducts fitness for duty assessments. MBBS (UWA)\, Grad Dip Occ Env Med (Monash)\, BMedSci (Hons)\n\n\n\n\n\nDr Ann Boonzaier (Clinical Psychologist)Clinical Advisor at Clinical Panel\, WorkSafe VictoriaDr Boonzaier is a clinical psychologist with more than 20 years’ experience working across public mental health\, hospitals\, specialist clinics\, and private practice. I have a special interest in the psychological impact of chronic pain\, trauma\, psychological injury\, and chronic illness. My clinical work focuses on translating psychological research into practical strategies that support small\, sustainable changes with lasting impact on wellbeing and clinical outcomes. I have been with the WorkSafe Clinical Panel since 2022 and am an Accredited EMDR Practitioner\, an AHPRA approved Clinical Psychology Supervisor\, and a member of APS\, ACPA\, EMDRAA and APMA.\n\n\n\n\n\nAnjelo RatnachandraAPA titled Pain Physiotherapist and Director\, Beyond PainAnjelo has worked in chronic illness management for nearly two decades. Aside from his clinical experience\, he has also worked in Occupational Rehabilitation and consults with corporations and government organisations on injury prevention and early intervention. His self-guiding book\, Beyond Pain\, offers practical strategies for living well despite persistent symptoms.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/worksafe-health-and-safety-month-my-patient-has-been-off-work-for-a-year-how-do-i-best-support-them/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260908T032706Z
CREATED:20260908T032704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T032706Z
UID:10000751-1793282400-1793286000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged Care Virtual Community of Practice: North Region
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese quarterly sessions provide a practical\, peer-led forum for general practice\, residential aged care and other healthcare providers to continue the conversations started through the Aged Care Collaborative Sessions. Each session is designed to support shared learning\, strengthen local connections and explore practical approaches to improving coordination of care for residents. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis session is suitable for: \n\n\n\n\nGeneral practice staff\, particularly GPs providing care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\nPractice nurses and nurse practitioners supporting aged care work\n\n\n\nRACH staff\, including clinical managers\, facility managers\, and relevant corporate roles\n\n\n\nOther healthcare providers involved in delivering care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\nEach quarter will have a different theme. This session will focus on Palliative Care / End of Life Care and difficult conversations including a case study and will also include opportunities for discussion\, peer learning\, shared problem-solving and resource sharing. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there. \n\n\n\nFor more informationAged Care teamRACHsupport@emphn.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/aged-care-virtual-community-of-practice-north-region-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260922T061422Z
CREATED:20260922T013620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T061422Z
UID:10000779-1793295000-1793305800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Red Legs: Is it Cellulitis?
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis evening education event will bring together clinicians with expertise in infectious diseases and wound care to explore the assessment and management of the red\, swollen lower limb.  \n\n\n\nHear from experts in infectious diseases and wound care as they explore the assessment and management of the red\, swollen lower limb. Through practical clinical insights and real-world case discussions\, discover how to recognise cellulitis\, identify common mimics and support effective management and prevention.  \n\n\n\nTopics will include:  \n\n\n\n\nDifferentiating red legs vs cellulitis\, diagnostic processes\, hospitalisation requirements (or not)\, referral process for recurrent cellulitis \n\n\n\nRed Legs: Is it Cellulitis? – A dermatologist’s perspective on assessing the red leg and recognising conditions that can mimic cellulitis \n\n\n\nInflammation management\, restorative skin care\, wound and blister management \n\n\n\nThe role of compression (prevention and management) and preventative skin care \n\n\n\n\nHear from leading experts including:  \n\n\n\n\nDr Satwik Motaganahalli\, Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship physician\, Austin Health \n\n\n\nDr Louise Sayers\, Senior Dermatology Registrar\, Austin Health \n\n\n\nGreer Hosking\, Wound CNC\, Austin Health \n\n\n\nMaree O’Conner\, Lymphoedema Practitioner\, Lymphoedema Education Solutions \n\n\n\n\nCertificates of Attendance will be issued for self-lodgement of CPD hours (Educational Activities).  \n\n\n\nLight supper and refreshments will be provided and the opportunity to connect with leading wound care companies.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/red-legs-is-it-cellulitis/
LOCATION:Austin Towers Education Precinct\, Level 4 145 Studley Road\, Heidelberg\, Victoria\, 3084\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T193000
DTSTAMP:20261007T032438Z
CREATED:20261007T032435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T032438Z
UID:10000805-1793298600-1793302200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Summer Preparedness in Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPreparing Practices\, Connecting Systems and Strengthening Community Resilience \n\n\n\nThe Primary Health Networks (PHNs) are pleased to invite you to join us for a webinar exploring the role of primary care in emergency preparedness\, response and recovery. \n\n\n\nAs communities prepare for the summer season\, primary care plays a critical role in supporting patients\, maintaining continuity of care and contributing to coordinate emergency responses. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will provide practical insights into emergency management arrangements\, seasonal risks and opportunities for collaboration across the health system. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\n\nAdam Lee\, Senior Emergency Management Officer\, Department of Health\n\n\n\nDolphina Truter\, Practice Manager\, Beaufort Family Practice\n\n\n\n\nTopics:\n\n\n\n\nSummer seasonal outlook and emerging risks\n\n\n\nThe roles of primary care\, PHNs and the Department of Health\, and how they work together during emergency preparedness and response.\n\n\n\nPractical application of the Health Emergency Management Sub-Plan\n\n\n\nThe Field Emergency Medical Officers (FEMO) program\n\n\n\nCase Study: Key learnings from a bushfire emergency\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted by Western Victoria Primary Health Network (WVPHN) in collaboration with North Western Melbourne PHN\, Melbourne PHN\, Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Gippsland PHN\, Murray PHN\, and South Eastern Melbourne PHN.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/summer-preparedness-in-primary-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260921T030404Z
CREATED:20260921T030401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T030404Z
UID:10000774-1793790000-1793797200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST)
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWentWest invites GPs and Allied Health Professionals to complete the IAR-DST online training. \n\n\n\nJoin us for training in the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) for Mental Healthcare. \n\n\n\nThe National IAR Guidance and IAR-DST has been developed by the Australian Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing and is being rolled out nationally. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nSummarise the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.\n\n\n\nSummarise the IAR development process.\n\n\n\nExplain the use of IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.\n\n\n\nList the levels of care in relation to available regional services\n\n\n\nIdentify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice\n\n\n\n\nYou only need to complete one session regardless of the adaptation. Our sessions are in demand\, and we ask that you do not register for more than one session. \n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \n\n\n\nAccreditation:RACGP: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.ACCRM: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour. \n\n\n\nAll CPD hours are to be self-logged. \n\n\n\nPlease note that submitting your RSVP does not automatically register you for this event. Your registration is not confirmed until you have received a confirmation email from the WentWest Events Team. \n\n\n\nFOR MORE INFORMATION\, PLEASE CONTACT \n\n\n\n\nPhone: (02) 8811 7117\n\n\n\nEmail: events@wentwest.com.au\n\n\n\n\nWentWest operates as the Western Sydney Primary Health Network. \n\n\n\n\nNational Training Flyer Oct-Nov 2026Download PDF
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-3/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Sydney PHN":MAILTO:events@wentwest.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T140000
DTSTAMP:20261020T022750Z
CREATED:20261020T022743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T022750Z
UID:10000814-1793797200-1793800800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medicare Mental Health Check In information session
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing for a webinar on Medicare Mental Health Check In\, a free online service that supports people experiencing mild mental health challenges. The service helps people build practical skills\, confidence\, and improve their mental health through Low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT). \n\n\n\nHear from representatives from both the Department and St Vincent’s Health Australia on: \n\n\n\n\nhow Medicare Mental Health Check In works\n\n\n\nwhich patients may benefit from the service\n\n\n\nthe evidence behind LiCBT\n\n\n\nreferral pathways and integration with clinical care\n\n\n\npatient safety\, privacy and risk management processes\n\n\n\npractical examples and patient journey insights.\n\n\n\n\nThe session will also include a live Q&A panel\, providing an opportunity to ask questions and hear directly from experts. The webinar will be recorded and made available following the event for those unable to attend live.  \n\n\n\nTo learn more about Medicare Mental Health Check In\, visit mentalhealthcheckin.gov.au.  \n\n\n\nMedicare Mental Health Check In is part of the broader Medicare Mental Health services\, which includes the national website (medicarementalhealth.gov.au)\, Medicare Mental Health phone service (1800 595 212)\, Medicare Mental Health Centres\, and Medicare Mental Health Kids Hubs.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/medicare-mental-health-check-in-information-session/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T200000
DTSTAMP:20261021T030542Z
CREATED:20261021T030539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T030542Z
UID:10000821-1793817000-1793822400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Breast density\, risk management and inclusive cervical screening: a primary care update
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session will be delivered in partnership with the PHN Southern Alliance\, the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer\, BreastScreen Victoria and Cancer Council Victoria. Explore key developments in breast cancer risk management\, including recognising breast symptoms\, understanding breast density\, and navigating new breast density reporting within the BreastScreen Australia Program. Expert insights into evidence-based assessment\, referral pathways and patient communication will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will explore key developments in breast cancer risk management\, including recognising breast symptoms\, understanding breast density\, and navigating new breast density reporting within the BreastScreen Australia Program. Expert insights into evidence-based assessment\, referral pathways and patient communication will be provided. \n\n\n\nA case study from general practice will demonstrate how to support patients from multicultural communities to participate in the BreastScreen program. It will also show how to educate patients to access\, view and use their BreastScreen results through My Health Record. \n\n\n\nThe session will explore inclusive cervical screening for LGBTQIA+ communities\, highlighting the unique barriers that can impact participation and outcomes. Participants will gain practical strategies to create safer\, more inclusive screening experiences\, build confidence in discussing cervical screening with people of diverse genders and sexualities\, and apply current evidence-based clinical recommendations to support equitable\, person-centred care. \n\n\n\nThe webinar will conclude with an interactive Q&A session\, providing an opportunity to engage directly with an expert multidisciplinary panel and explore practical challenges encountered in primary care. \n\n\n\nThis session is designed for GPs\, practice nurses and other primary care professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge and confidence in delivering person-centred cancer screening care.  \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nDr David Speakman is a breast\, melanoma and skin services clinician at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and State Clinical Director of BreastScreen Victoria\, where he chairs the Quality and Accreditation Committee. A former Peter Mac Chief Medical Officer\, he contributes to cancer education\, clinical guidelines and optimal care pathways. In 2022\, David received the Medal of the Order of Australia for service to medicine. \n\n\n\nSarah Mills has been the State Radiographer with BreastScreen Victoria since 2023 and has worked in screening and assessment since 2014. She is involved in policy and project work within the coordination unit\, monitors image quality across the state and participates in quality committees. \n\n\n\nDr Jennifer Maxwell is a general practitioner\, RACGP fellow\, medical director and practice owner. She brings more than 15 years of experience across Australia and the United Kingdom. She is an active member of the North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) General Practice Expert Advisory Group and recently joined the GP Integration Unit at Western Health as the General Practice Advisor.  \n\n\n\nDr Nick Silberstein is a general practitioner working in the Equinox Gender Diverse Health Centre\, part of Thorne Harbour Health. It provides gender affirming care to people identifying as gender diverse or transgender. Nick was a member of the Australian Therapeutic Advisory Group for Immunisation for nine years\, during which time he participated in policy and recommendations for the vaccine against human papillomavirus and contributed to the development of the cervical cancer elimination program \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nDescribe evidence-based approaches to breast cancer risk assessment and management\, including breast density reporting\, symptom recognition and appropriate referral pathways for further investigation.\n\n\n\nImplement strategies to support equitable access and participation in the BreastScreen program for people from multicultural communities.\n\n\n\nEducate patients on how to locate\, view and use BreastScreen results available through My Health Record.\n\n\n\nApply cervical screening considerations for LGBTIQA+ communities\, including evidence-based strategies and clinical recommendations.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/breast-density-risk-management-and-inclusive-cervical-screening-a-primary-care-update/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260909T044154Z
CREATED:20260827T061913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T044154Z
UID:10000737-1793903400-1793910600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Trans & Gender Diverse Primary Care November Series (3-Part Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis three-week online workshop series is purpose-built for General Practitioners and prescribing clinicians in Victoria who are seeking to expand their knowledge and confidence in trans and gender diverse (TGD) primary care.  \n\n\n\nRegistration includes all three workshop times:  \n\n\n\n\nThursday 5th November 6:30 – 8:30pm \n\n\n\nThursday 12th November 6:30 – 8:30pm \n\n\n\nThursday 19th November 6:30 – 8:30pm \n\n\n\n\nCo-designed and delivered by leading GPs and TGD health professionals\, this CPD-accredited program aims to strengthen clinical capability\, improve access\, and support better health outcomes for TGD communities across Victoria.  \n\n\n\nWhat the course covers:  \n\n\n\n\nGender-affirming hormone therapy \n\n\n\nAffirmative practice and clinical logistics \n\n\n\nSurgical options \n\n\n\nReferral pathways \n\n\n\nMental health referral \n\n\n\nMedicare considerations \n\n\n\nBuilding and sustaining a community of practice \n\n\n\nCase-based and interactive learning \n\n\n\n\nThis course is made free of charge due to targeted funding and is available exclusively to Victorian GPs and prescribing clinicians. If you have additional access needs\, please let us know at the time of registration.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/trans-gender-diverse-primary-care-november-series-3-part-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T230653Z
CREATED:20260928T230650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T230653Z
UID:10000787-1793905200-1793908800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Sublocade Discontinuation Webinar | Beyond the Transition Plan: Emerging Challenges\, Shared Solutions and Troubleshooting for Victorian Prescribers & Pharmacists
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will bring together Addiction Medicine Specialists\, General Practitioners and Program Leaders to discuss real experiences\, clinical decision-making and practical strategies to support clients transitioning from Sublocade. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore common scenarios\, share lessons learned\, and discuss solutions to challenges encountered in prescribing and dispensing settings. \n\n\n\nPresenters:\n\n\n\n\nDr Sarah Garry\, Addiction Medicine Specialist & GP\, cohealth\n\n\n\nDr Ryan D’Cunha\, Addiction Medicine Specialist & GP\, cohealth\n\n\n\nDr Hayden Green\, GP\, cohealth\n\n\n\nDr Jon Cook\, Addiction Medicine Specialist\, Western Health\n\n\n\nSarah Lord\, Program Manager\, PAMS\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Practitioners\n\n\n\nAddiction Medicine Specialists\n\n\n\nNurse Practitioners\n\n\n\nCommunity Pharmacists\n\n\n\nAOD workers and other clinicians involved in opioid dependence treatment\n\n\n\n\nTopics will include:\n\n\n\n\nChallenges encountered during the Sublocade discontinuation process\n\n\n\nClinical troubleshooting and case-based discussion\n\n\n\nManaging client concerns and expectations\n\n\n\nShared learnings from Victorian services\n\n\n\nSubutex discontinuation end of 2027\n\n\n\nQ&A with the expert panel
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/sublocade-discontinuation-webinar-beyond-the-transition-plan-emerging-challenges-shared-solutions-and-troubleshooting-for-victorian-prescribers-pharmacists/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261111T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261111T123000
DTSTAMP:20261021T033255Z
CREATED:20261021T033250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T033255Z
UID:10000823-1794398400-1794400200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:What's New in the POLAR Clinic Summary Report?
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOutcome Health has made significant enhancements to the POLAR Clinic Summary Report\, and we’d like to show you what’s changed. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a concise 30-minute webinar where we’ll walk through the updated report\, highlight key changes\, and demonstrate how these updates can support your practice’s quality improvement and data-driven decision-making. \n\n\n\nCan’t make it on the day? No problem. The session will be recorded and shared with all registered participants.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/whats-new-in-the-polar-clinic-summary-report/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261111T203000
DTSTAMP:20261011T223810Z
CREATED:20260929T075937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T223810Z
UID:10000790-1794423600-1794429000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Strengthening STI and BBV Prevention through Nursing Practice
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNurse Practitioners and Advances Practice Nurses are invited to attend an upcoming joint webinar by ACNP and ASHM.  \n\n\n\nStrengthening STI and BBV Prevention through Nursing Practice will provide nurse practitioners with practical strategies to support the prevention\, screening and management of sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs)\, particularly HIV PrEP in contemporary healthcare settings.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar will explore current epidemiological trends in Australia and examine the critical role in identifying opportunities for STI and BBV prevention\, testing and early intervention.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will gain an overview of priority populations\, routine screening practices\, and approaches to initiating culturally safe\, person-centred conversations about sexual health.  \n\n\n\nA key focus of the session will be HIV prevention\, including the role of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in reducing HIV transmission.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will learn how to identify patients who may benefit from PrEP\, undertake baseline assessments\, support ongoing monitoring\, and incorporate HIV prevention strategies into routine clinical care.  \n\n\n\nPractical guidance and clinical resources will be highlighted to support confidence in decision-making and implementation.  \n\n\n\nThrough case studies\, participants will strengthen their knowledge and confidence in delivering evidence-based prevention strategies and advocating for equitable access to care.  \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION CODE Please note that this webinar will ask for a payment code\, if you have signed up to ASHM please use ‘ASHM11’ when registering.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\nOn completion of this course and its components\, participants will be able to:   \n\n\n\n\nDescribe current STI\, BBV and HIV epidemiological trends in Australia\, including priority populations and opportunities for prevention.  \n\n\n\nExplain the role of HIV PrEP as part of comprehensive STI and BBV prevention\, including patient suitability\, baseline assessment and ongoing monitoring.  \n\n\n\nApply evidence-based\, culturally safe strategies to support patient education\, shared decision-making and referrals for STI\, BBV and HIV prevention in nursing practice.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/strengthening-sexually-transmitted-infections-stis-and-blood-bourne-viruses-bbvs-and-prevention-through-nursing-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261112T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T062804Z
CREATED:20260914T074634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T062804Z
UID:10000763-1794508200-1794513600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:HIV s100 Prescriber Update: Drug Interactions
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 1-hour session will update HIV s100 prescribers and practitioners on the clinical challenges of polypharmacy and drug-drug interactions in people living with HIV.  \n\n\n\nThrough case-based discussions\, participants will explore common interaction risks involving antiretroviral therapy\, management of comorbidities\, and practical strategies to optimise medication safety and treatment outcomes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hiv-s100-prescriber-update-drug-interactions/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261113T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261113T123000
DTSTAMP:20261020T023145Z
CREATED:20261020T023141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T023145Z
UID:10000815-1794571200-1794573000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Quality Improvement Lead (QIL) Training Program 2027 Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWould you like to take quality improvement to the next level in your healthcare organisation? \n\n\n\nThe Quality Improvement Lead (QIL) Training Program begins in March 2027 and is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge\, skills and practical experience to lead improvement initiatives with confidence. \n\n\n\nThe QIL program is focused on supporting you in developing skills in continuous quality improvement and patient safety. This practical and interactive\, 9-month training program teaches the foundations of improvement science\, and practical skills in how to redesign care in microsystems. It enables you to be an effective improvement leader. \n\n\n\nWhat will be covered: \n\n\n\n\nProgram structure\, modules and dates\n\n\n\nDelivery methods\n\n\n\nProject support and mentoring\n\n\n\nFaculty and facilitators\n\n\n\nFees and payment options\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\nHealthcare professionals who are interested in learning how to be an effective Quality Improvement Leader \n\n\n\nCost: \n\n\n\nFree
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/quality-improvement-lead-qil-training-program-2027-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261117T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261117T204500
DTSTAMP:20261022T061817Z
CREATED:20261022T061813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T061817Z
UID:10000825-1794943800-1794948300@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Cardiovascular Assessment and Management in type 2 diabetes
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: General Practitioners and members of the general practice team involved in diabetes care.  \n\n\n\nEach webinar will attract 1 hour of RACGP CPD (Educational Activity No. 1600692) \n\n\n\nDeveloped in partnership between the Alfred Care Group\, Bayside Health\, and the South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN)\, and supported by the National Association of Diabetes Centres (NADC)\, the webinar provides practical\, case‑based education aligned with Australian guidelines and the realities of general practice.  \n\n\n\nPresenter: \n\n\n\n\nA/Prof James Shaw–Cardiologist\, Alfred Care Group\, Bayside Health\n\n\n\n\nMultidisciplinary Panel: \n\n\n\n\nVincent Ng– Pharmacist\, Alfred Care Group – Bayside Health\n\n\n\nDr Adam Braithwaite– General Practitioner\, Diabetes Connecting Care Clinic\, Alfred Care Group – Bayside Health  \n\n\n\n\nChair: \n\n\n\n\nProfessor Anthony Russell – Director\, Endocrinology and Diabetes\, Alfred Care Group \n\n\n\n\nThis session will focus on:  \n\n\n\n\nHow to assess CV risk in type 2 diabetes\n\n\n\nWhen and how to screen for CVD in type 2 diabetes\n\n\n\nManagement of CV risk factors and targets (lipids and BP) in diabetes\n\n\n\nManagement of HF in diabetes
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/cardiovascular-assessment-and-management-in-type-2-diabetes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="South Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:info@semphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T030507Z
CREATED:20260921T030504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T030507Z
UID:10000775-1795521600-1795528800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST)
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWentWest invites GPs and Allied Health Professionals to complete the IAR-DST online training. \n\n\n\nJoin us for training in the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) for Mental Healthcare. \n\n\n\nThe National IAR Guidance and IAR-DST has been developed by the Australian Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing and is being rolled out nationally. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nSummarise the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.\n\n\n\nSummarise the IAR development process.\n\n\n\nExplain the use of IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.\n\n\n\nList the levels of care in relation to available regional services\n\n\n\nIdentify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice\n\n\n\n\nYou only need to complete one session regardless of the adaptation. Our sessions are in demand\, and we ask that you do not register for more than one session. \n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \n\n\n\nAccreditation:RACGP: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.ACCRM: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour. \n\n\n\nAll CPD hours are to be self-logged. \n\n\n\nPlease note that submitting your RSVP does not automatically register you for this event. Your registration is not confirmed until you have received a confirmation email from the WentWest Events Team. \n\n\n\nFOR MORE INFORMATION\, PLEASE CONTACT \n\n\n\n\nPhone: (02) 8811 7117\n\n\n\nEmail: events@wentwest.com.au\n\n\n\n\nWentWest operates as the Western Sydney Primary Health Network. \n\n\n\n\nNational Training Flyer Oct-Nov 2026Download PDF
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-4/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Sydney PHN":MAILTO:events@wentwest.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261124T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261124T203000
DTSTAMP:20261021T030123Z
CREATED:20261021T030117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T030123Z
UID:10000820-1795543200-1795552200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Diabetes Masterclass - Hybrid session
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is brought to you in partnership with NWMPHN and Western Health. This case-based masterclass held at the Footscray Hospital covers the essentials and latest technology updates on diabetes for the primary care physician. Attendance can be in-person or online. \n\n\n\nThis hybrid in-person and online education session is presented at the Footscray Hospital by a panel of specialist clinicians from Western Health’s endocrinology\, nephrology and diabetes education departments. \n\n\n\nThey will provide insights into diabetes care relevant to primary care physicians.  \n\n\n\nThe event will cover the local burden of diabetes\, highlighting opportunities for improvement in diagnosis and management. It will also include reviews of the latest guidelines for the management of diabetes and diabetic nephropathy.  \n\n\n\nUpdates on local referral guidelines and recently expanded diabetes services at Western Health will be provided\, with multidisciplinary input from all relevant specialties.  \n\n\n\nThe session will end with a Q&A session.  \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\nDr Dev Kevat is an endocrinologist and head of Western Health’s endocrinology and diabetes unit. \n\n\n\nDrs Chris Preston and Sylvia Ye are endocrinologists working in Western Health’s diabetes outpatient clinics.\n\n\n\nDr Fran D’Elia is an endocrinology registrar completing specialist training at Western Health. \n\n\n\nDr Hannah Wallace is a nephrologist with a special interest in diabetic nephropathy. \n\n\n\nMs Georgia Lynch and Mr Ashvin Nursing are diabetes clinical nurse consultants. \n\n\n\n\nAll have clinical and research interests and expertise in diabetes. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nDescribe the local burden and demographic trends of diabetes.\n\n\n\nExplain the latest diabetes screening and cycle of care guidelines including glycaemic\, albuminuric\, and lipid targets.\n\n\n\nIdentify patients who will benefit from the latest diabetes technologies and how to access them.\n\n\n\nExplain the latest diabetes management guidelines including management recommendations for the optimisation of cardiovascular risk in patients living with diabetes.\n\n\n\n\nIn-person attendees should arrive at 6pm for a light dinner\, followed by a guided tour of the hospital\, and hands-on demonstrations of the latest diabetes technologies. Education session will begin at 7pm in the auditorium. \n\n\n\nOnline attendees if you are not able to attend in person register here then log in at 7pm for hybrid education session.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/diabetes-masterclass-hybrid-session/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Pharmacy,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261203T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261203T193000
DTSTAMP:20261012T060718Z
CREATED:20260929T023651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T060718Z
UID:10000788-1796317200-1796326200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:HCV in NSP Settings
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis training aims to provide participants with the confidence to initiate conversations around hepatitis C in the needle and syringe program (NSP) setting and provide referrals to testing and treatment.  \n\n\n\nThis course is for healthcare professionals practicing in VIC. While others are welcome to register\, please note some content will be specific to VIC.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hcv-in-nsp-settings/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261205T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261205T153000
DTSTAMP:20261020T015024Z
CREATED:20261020T015021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T015024Z
UID:10000811-1796464800-1796484600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) - In-person Workshop\, Lilydale
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe opioid crisis in Australia continues to grow\, with increasing rates of dependence\, overdose and harm. Skilled prescribers are urgently needed to provide safe\, evidence-based treatment for affected patients. \n\n\n\nGain MATOD accreditation and build confidence in opioid dependence treatment with our flexible training options\, whilst earning CPD hours.  \n\n\n\nFace-to-Face workshop:\n\n\n\nHands-on\, interactive learning with expert facilitators.  \n\n\n\n\nLocation: Lilydale\n\n\n\nWhere: Lilydale Lakeside Conference and Events Centre – Silver Leaf Room\, 1 Jarlo Drive\, Lilydale VIC 3140   \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday 5 December 2026\, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm\n\n\n\nFacilitator: Dr Anne Saunders\, General Practitioner\, GPADD Conference 2026 Convenor and Immediate Past Chair – RACGP Victoria AOD Committee\n\n\n\nRegister Now: CLICK HERE\n\n\n\n\nLearning outcomes\n\n\n\n\nIdentify opioid toxicity in a patient requesting a prescription for opioids.\n\n\n\nRecognise opioid withdrawal in a patient requesting a prescription for opioids.\n\n\n\nDecide when opioid use disorder is present in a patient requesting a prescription of opioids.\n\n\n\nCompare the formulations of methadone and buprenorphine.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the Victorian medicolegal context to be able to manage patients with opioid use disorder.\n\n\n\nProvide appropriate overdose management advice.\n\n\n\n\nFacilitator\n\n\n\nDr Anne SaundersGPADD Conference 2026 Convenor and Immediate Past Chair – RACGP Victoria AOD Committee \n\n\n\nDr Anne Saunders is a dedicated and experienced General Practitioner with a rich background in both emergency medicine and primary care. Originally from Melbourne’s inner east\, Dr Anne began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne before pursuing her medical degree at Flinders University in South Australia. After returning to Melbourne\, she honed her skills working at Southern Health and St. Vincent’s hospitals\, where she trained extensively in emergency medicine. This foundation has provided her with a robust approach to managing acute and chronic conditions in general practice. Dr Anne’s areas of clinical interest include musculoskeletal medicine\, family medicine\, women’s health\, fertility management\, and family planning. She is deeply committed to delivering holistic and compassionate care to her patients\, supporting their health and well-being across all life stages. In addition to her clinical work\, Dr Anne contributes to the broader medical community as a GP Consultant in Emergency at Austin Health and serves as the Chair of the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Subcommittee with the RACGP Victoria Faculty.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/medication-assisted-treatment-for-opioid-dependence-matod-in-person-workshop-lilydale/
LOCATION:Lilydale Lakeside Conference and Events Centre – Silver Leaf Room\, 1 Jarlo Drive\, Lilydale VIC 3140
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
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