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SUMMARY:Seasonal Respiratory Diseases - Annual 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\nJoin us to strengthen provider capability in delivering safe\, confident\, and well documented immunisation care. \n\n\n\nThe session will also include a brief discussion on the latest seasonal influenza vaccines for the upcoming flu season. \n\n\n\nParticipants from primary care and residential age care homes (RACH) will learn how to identify and manage patients with needle phobia\, using supportive communication and behavioural strategies to reduce anxiety. The session will also cover how to prevent\, manage\, and report common vaccine administration errors\, supporting quality and safety in clinical practice. \n\n\n\nAttendees will be guided through checking patient immunisation status on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) and uploading vaccine records to both AIR and My Health Record\, ensuring accurate\, reliable documentation. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\nGeorgina Lewis is a Registered Nurse with a background in paediatric nursing at the Royal Children’s Hospital\, Melbourne. She has a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Clinical Nursing\, Paediatrics and has been an accredited Nurse Immuniser since 2005. Georgina has been working with Victoria’s vaccine safety service\, SAEFVIC since 2007 and currently holds the position of Clinical Manager. She also works as a casual Nurse Immuniser with a local council. Her special interests include vaccine safety\, surveillance\, education and immunisation research. \n\n\n\nMichelle Ryan is a Clinical Nurse Coordinator in the Immunisation Clinic at the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne (RCH)\, with extensive paediatric experience across immunisation\, cardiac\, and renal nursing. She has delivered the National Immunisation Program in secondary schools across Melbourne’s eastern region for the past six years and also works in a private travel clinic providing specialised paediatric travel vaccines. \n\n\n\nMichelle spent 13 years on the cardiac and renal ward at RCH before joining the Immunisation Clinic in 2021. Her work caring for children with complex and chronic conditions has shaped her strong focus on protecting vulnerable populations through vaccination. \n\n\n\nHer professional interests include special‑risk immunisation\, improving access for immigrant and refugee families\, RSV prevention in neonates\, and supporting children with needle phobia. In 2025\, Michelle coordinated the RSV immunisation program at RCH and continues to lead the program in 2026. \n\n\n\nSarah Crowe Previously a Practice Manager working in general practice and allied health\, Sarah worked for the Eastern Melbourne PHN in the GP Redesign team and practice support team\, looking at how they can improve and strengthen general practice workflows. Sarah now works at the Western Vic PHN where she originally led the Remote Patient Monitoring Program and has since taken on the role of Digital Health Manager\, writing a Digital Health Strategy for western Victoria\, and supporting primary care to engage with digital health solutions in a meaningful way.   \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nExplain the latest 2026 Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) flu vaccine recommendations\n\n\n\nDescribe how to identify and manage patients with needle phobia\n\n\n\nDescribe how to prevent\, manage and report common vaccine errors\n\n\n\nExplain how to check patient immunisation status on Australian Immunisation Register\n\n\n\nExplain how to upload vaccines to Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) and My Health Record\n\n\n\n\nThis session is hosted by North Western Melbourne PHN in collaboration with Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Gippsland PHN\, Murray PHN\, South Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Tasmania PHN and Western Victoria PHN. \n\n\n\nIn registering for this event\, you acknowledge that attendance and evaluation data will be shared with the participating PHNs for attendance and evaluation purposes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/seasonal-respiratory-diseases-annual-update/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,EMPHN event,External event,General practice,Pharmacy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260327T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260327T163000
DTSTAMP:20251216T043434Z
CREATED:20251204T001924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T043434Z
UID:10000481-1774612800-1774629000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:National Hepatitis B s100 Prescriber Forum
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 Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum is a half-day forum designed for hepatitis B s100 prescribers that will cover current and relevant sector priorities and topics. \n\n\n\nWith expert panels and interactive case discussions\, the 2026 Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum is an opportunity to dive deep into emerging areas of hepatitis B treatment and management and discuss the contemporary issues facing hepatitis B clinical care in Australia.  \n\n\n\nCPD & Endorsement:\n\n\n\nHBV s100 prescribers will receive 2 HBV CPD points for attending the Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum.   \n\n\n\nBy submitting and discussing your model of care\, you can receive an additional HBV CPD point\, totalling 3 CPD points to acquire all required CPD points for the year. \n\n\n\nRACGP\n\n\n\nThis course has been approved as a CPD activity by RACGP for the 2026-2028 triennium. Educational Activities: 4 hours. RACGP Activity Number: 397119 \n\n\n\nACCRM\n\n\n\nThis course has been approved by ACRRM as an accredited activity. Allocated total 4 PDP units: 4 Educational Activity. \n\n\n\nACNP\n\n\n\nThis activity is endorsed by the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) for 4 CPD hours. Endorsed until 14/1/2027. \n\n\n\nTarget Audience:\n\n\n\nHepatitis B s100 GP and NP Prescribers\, Sexual Health Registrars and Physicians\, Infectious Diseases Trainees and Physicians\, and medical practitioners who are interested in prescribing Hepatitis B s100 medication and managing patients living with hepatitis B.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/national-hepatitis-b-s100-prescriber-forum/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260115T032150Z
CREATED:20260115T032147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T032150Z
UID:10000505-1774692000-1774710000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) - In-person Workshop\, Werribee
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\nLocation: WerribeeWhere: Holiday Inn Werribee – Peregine Room\, 22 Synnot Street\, Werribee\, VIC  3030  When: Saturday 28 March 2026\, 10:00 am – 3:00 pmFacilitator: Dr Paul GrinziRegister Now: CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nProvide appropriate overdose management advice.\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.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/medication-assisted-treatment-for-opioid-dependence-matod-in-person-workshop-werribee/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Werribee\, 22 Synnot Street\, Werribee\, VIC\, 3030
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260216T002236Z
CREATED:20260210T040246Z
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UID:10000534-1774776600-1774803600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia Conference
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 event is specifically for primary care health professionals and students who work with people living with diabetes. Whether you are highly experienced or new to diabetes primary care\, this conference offers practical\, evidence-based skills to strengthen team-based practice. \n\n\n\nWhy join us?  \n\n\n\n\nPractical Clinical Sessions: Learn the latest in diabetes science alongside hands on strategies you can implement immediately. \n\n\n\nPerson First Communication: Build skills in language and communication approaches that enhance trust\, reduce stigma\, and improve emotional wellbeing. \n\n\n\nSystems for Success: Explore models of care that support effective diabetes management within the realities of busy primary care settings.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/2026-primary-care-diabetes-society-of-australia-conference/
LOCATION:Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne\, 328 Flinder Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia":MAILTO:admin@pcdsa.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260319T045640Z
CREATED:20260314T211537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T045640Z
UID:10000569-1774776600-1774803600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia Conference
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 event is specifically for primary care health professionals and students (including GPs\, nurses\, allied health\, and pharmacists) who work with people living with diabetes.  \n\n\n\nWhether you are highly experienced or new to diabetes primary care\, this conference offers practical\, evidence-based skills to strengthen team-based practice.  \n\n\n\nOrganised by the PCDSA\, the program goes beyond “knowing the guidelines” and focuses on how to apply them in real-world primary care settings practice.  \n\n\n\nWhat to expect Practical Clinical Sessions:  \n\n\n\n\nLearn the latest in diabetes science alongside hands on strategies you can implement immediately. \n\n\n\nPerson First Communication Build skills in language and communication approaches that enhance trust\, reduce stigma\, and improve emotional wellbeing. \n\n\n\nSystems for Success Explore models of care that support effective diabetes management within the realities of busy primary care settings. \n\n\n\n\nWhat’s included: \n\n\n\n\nMorning tea\, Networking lunch\, and afternoon tea \n\n\n\nFull access to all session recordings after the event \n\n\n\nA dynamic program featuring expert presenters and lived-experience perspectives.\n\n\n\n\nTickets are limited – register today to secure your place and join us in making a real difference for every person living with diabetes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/2026-primary-care-diabetes-society-of-australia-conference-2/
LOCATION:Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne\, 328 Flinder Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice,Pharmacy
ORGANIZER;CN="Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia":MAILTO:admin@pcdsa.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260330T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260326T013723Z
CREATED:20260326T013721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T013723Z
UID:10000583-1774890000-1774893600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:What is an HPI-I and why do allied health professionals need one?
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\nIn this practical webinar\, AHPA is joined by representatives from Services Australia and Ahpra to explain what HPI identifiers are\, why they matter\, and how allied health professionals and organisations can obtain and use them correctly. \n\n\n\nAllied health professionals require an HPI-I to: \n\n\n\n\nConnect to My Health Record\n\n\n\nUse secure messaging\n\n\n\nParticipate in Provider Connect Australia\n\n\n\nShare consumer health information safely and securely\n\n\n\n\nIf you work within an organisation\, your HPI-I connects with your organisation’s Healthcare Provider Identifier – Organisation (HPI-O). Both are essential components of digital connection. \n\n\n\nThis webinar explains how it all fits together.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/what-is-an-hpi-i-and-why-do-allied-health-professionals-need-one/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260323T035817Z
CREATED:20260319T013214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T035817Z
UID:10000573-1774944000-1774976400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Common dermatology challenges 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\nDermatologic presentations are common in general practice. Join NWMPHN and Western Health in this webinar which will include vignettes of common primary practice complaints\, including various differential diagnoses\, and how to differentiate between them. Key factors will be reviewed\, with a brief summary of initial workup and points to include in onwards referral. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\nDr Holly Sexton (MBBS (Hons)\, FACD) is an Australian-trained specialist dermatologist and Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. \n\n\n\nShe completed her training at tertiary centres including Western Health\, RCH\, RMH\, Austin Health\, PMCC and Flinders Medical Centre in Adelaide.  \n\n\n\nHolly was awarded the ACD Travelling Scholarship and Founders Medal for her results in exit examinations. She provides dermatology services to the northern and western suburbs of Melbourne in private practice and public clinics at Western Health and Melbourne Health. She has broad interests including adult and paediatric medical dermatology and dermatologic surgery\, and is currently undertaking additional fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nExplain how to deliver initial best practice care\, and clarify when to appropriately refer.\n\n\n\nDescribe the key differential diagnoses for common dermatologic presentations to primary care.\n\n\n\nExplain how to conduct an initial patient evaluation and history\, and identify key investigations needed to clarify a diagnosis.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/common-dermatology-challenges-in-primary-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner,Pharmacy,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260319T005527Z
CREATED:20260216T003410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T005527Z
UID:10000541-1774981800-1774989000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Train the Trainer Program for PEP and Emergency Contraception in Acute 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\nEnhance your clinical confidence and teaching skills in acute and urgent care settings.  \n\n\n\nThis Train the Trainer program equips GPs and nurses with the latest evidence-based approaches to HIV Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) and Emergency Contraception\, plus the tools to train colleagues in your workplace.  \n\n\n\nThrough a mix of interactive online learning\, live sessions\, and practical toolkits\, you’ll gain the knowledge\, decision-making skills\, and peer education expertise to improve patient care and build capability across your team. 
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/train-the-trainer-program-for-pep-and-emergency-contraception-in-acute-settings/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260319T060225Z
CREATED:20260310T071318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T060225Z
UID:10000564-1774983600-1774989000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Breaking the cycle: managing iron deficiency and advancing women’s health in general practice - Exploring the challenges of inequity and gaps in rural and remote patient 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\nNo one-size fits all when it comes to women’s health. This essential discussion addresses the burden of iron deficiency and heavy menstrual bleeding in women’s health\, providing a practical roadmap for identifying and managing patients led through case discussions\, while specifically recognising gaps between clinical care and patient preferences.  \n\n\n\nOur expert panel\, of Australia’s leading specialists in women’s health\, navigates the current treatment landscape while challenging key myths and controversies regarding safety and appropriate management\, with live questions from the audience. Walk away with a streamlined clinical framework to identify\, treat\, and maintain iron stores\, ensuring that every woman\, regardless of geography\, receives high-standard of care\, across her life course. \n\n\n\nMenarini is pleased to invite you to our live recorded webinar medical education featuring Dr Anita Muñoz MBBS (Hons)\, FRACGP\, GradCertClinTeach\, MPH\, GAICD\, Dr Lindy Jackson (BBioMedSci (Hons)\, MBBS (Hons)\, FRACP\, PhD)\, and Dr Shahla Vilcassim MBBchBAO\, PhD\, FRACP\, FRCPA.  \n\n\n\nIf you are a primary care physician\, or associated health care professional with an interest in women’s health and iron deficiency\, join us for this exciting event. \n\n\n\nThis is a free medical education online event. An attendance certificate will be provided to those who register to claim self reported CPD points.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/breaking-the-cycle-managing-iron-deficiency-and-advancing-womens-health-in-general-practice-exploring-the-challenges-of-inequity-and-gaps-in-rural-and-remote-patient-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260310T020134Z
CREATED:20260310T020132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T020134Z
UID:10000563-1775068200-1775073600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Primary Care CVD Virtual Roadshow - Identify\, assess and manage CVD risk in the Eastern Melbourne 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\nJoin our expert panel featuring Prof David Hare and GP Dr. Amitabh Ilango\, for a virtual roadshow exploring the latest evidence in the identification\, assessment and management of cardiovascular (CVD) risk on 1 April 2026 6:30 – 8pm (AEST)  \n\n\n\nFollowing the success of 15 national roadshows delivered to general practice teams across Australia\, the Heart Foundation is excited to continue our journey with our next roadshow\, delivered in collaboration with Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN). \n\n\n\nTailored specifically for primary health professionals in the EMPHN region\, this dynamic\, 90-minute workshop will feature live presentations and audience Q&A with local clinical experts\, exploring the practical application of the 2023 Australian Guideline for assessing and managing cardiovascular disease risk and Aus CVD Risk calculator. The roadshow is aimed to equip you with the latest evidence and advice to support you with the identification\, assessment and management of CVD risk in your patients. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives include:  \n\n\n\n\nIdentify and assess risk factors on the latest clinical risk assessment recommendations incorporating new evidence on CVD risk factors\, imaging and biomarkers\n\n\n\nNavigate local referral pathways for CVD risk factor management and review\n\n\n\nDescribe strategies for the management of high blood pressure and cholesterol\, nutrition and other lifestyle support strategies\n\n\n\nSummarise application of Heart Health Checks\, including available resources for the general practice team. Participants will be encouraged to systematically embed Heart Health Checks as part of routine care.\n\n\n\n\nThis activity has been accredited by the RACGP and ACRRM for 1.5 Educational Activity CPD hours. RACGP CPD Activity no. 416743 and ACRRM Education Activity ID 39465.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/primary-care-cvd-virtual-roadshow-identify-assess-and-manage-cvd-risk-in-the-eastern-melbourne-region/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260319T050030Z
CREATED:20260313T024811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T050030Z
UID:10000567-1776276000-1776283200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP Education Evening: Practical Approaches to Chronic Pain Management
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\nChronic pain remains one of the most challenging conditions to manage in general practice. Pain Matrix Eastern and Saluda Medical are excited to invite you to an engaging and practical session designed specifically for General Practitioners interested in strengthening their approach to pain management.  \n\n\n\nOur experienced pain specialists will share current\, evidence-based pain management techniques and discuss strategies that can be effectively applied in primary care settings.  \n\n\n\nOur speakers will explore common challenges in managing chronic pain\, highlight collaborative care models\, and offer guidance on navigating local services to ensure patients receive timely and appropriate support.  \n\n\n\nWe will provide valuable clarity around referral pathways to specialist pain services\, helping you better understand when and how to refer patients for specialist consultation and multidisciplinary pain management.  \n\n\n\nThis event offers an excellent opportunity to expand your clinical toolkit\, gain CPD points\, improve patient outcomes\, and connect with our pain specialists in a collaborative learning environment.  \n\n\n\nWhether you are looking to update your knowledge or refine your referral approach\, our specialists will provide practical insights you can apply immediately in your practice.  \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you for an evening of dinner\, networking\, and valuable learning.  \n\n\n\nPlease send through your dietary requirements to info@painmatrixeastern.com.au. Following the event we will supply RACGP approved certificates for claiming of CPD points.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/gp-education-evening-practical-approaches-to-chronic-pain-management/
LOCATION:Box Hill Golf Club\, 202 Station Street\, Box Hill\, Victoria\, 3128\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T141000
DTSTAMP:20260324T044805Z
CREATED:20260320T013914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T044805Z
UID:10000575-1776776400-1776780600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:HIV in Aged Care: Everyday Precautions\, Everyday Respect
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\nA short\, practical webinar for nurses working in aged and residential care\, focused on everyday infection prevention habits that protect residents and staff\, and support respectful\, consistent care for everyone.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll cover standard precautions for blood and body fluids\, what to do after a needlestick or splash\, and simple communication approaches that protect privacy and dignity.  \n\n\n\nIt includes a lived experience presentation highlighting what respectful care can look like in aged care settings.  \n\n\n\nOn completion of this course and its components\, participants will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nApply standard precautions consistently. \n\n\n\nRespond appropriately to sharps and splash exposures Deliver respectful\, confidentiality-safe care.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hiv-in-aged-care-everyday-precautions-everyday-respect/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T034703Z
CREATED:20260414T003738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T034703Z
UID:10000600-1777485600-1777491000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Reducing stigma and supporting priority populations in the National Lung Cancer Screening 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 us for an exclusive webinar hosted by the Australian Government and Lung Foundation Australia to hear from our expert panel on supporting priority populations and reducing stigma to encourage participation in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:  \n\n\n\n\nIdentify priority populations who may face barriers in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program. \n\n\n\nImplement strategies to create safe\, inclusive\, and supportive practice environments that encourage participation in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program. \n\n\n\n\nThis virtual learning event is accredited with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP – Activity ID 1574596)\, Australian College of Nurse Practitioners\, Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine and the National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Isander Health Workers and Practitioners for 1.5 hours of Educational Activity. \n\n\n\nYou will have the opportunity to ask our expert panel about your questions during the Q&A session! The webinar will also be available on demand from the following day; please register now for access to the recording.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/reducing-stigma-and-supporting-priority-populations-in-the-national-lung-cancer-screening-program/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260502T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260502T163000
DTSTAMP:20260324T045947Z
CREATED:20260322T042704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T045947Z
UID:10000576-1777710600-1777739400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:RACGP-Accredited Women’s Health GP Education Day
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\nCommitted to providing ongoing education for healthcare professionals\, we are pleased to present the HASA Women’s Health Day for GPs – 2026.  \n\n\n\nThis highly anticipated event brings together experienced specialists to share valuable insights\, updates\, and practical knowledge directly relevant to general practice. \n\n\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for GPs and primary healthcare professionals to engage in meaningful education\, expand clinical knowledge\, and hear directly from leading specialists across a range of important women’s health topics.  \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE RACGP-accredited event\, offering healthcare professionals 6 CPD points\, 3 Educational Activity points\, 3 Reviewing Performance points. \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to hear from an exceptional panel of specialists\, including:  \n\n\n\n\nA/Prof Magdalena Simonis AM Topic: Preconception counselling and the initial antenatal visit. \n\n\n\nA/Prof Arunaz Kumar Topic: From menarche to menopause – Managing menstrual abnormalities. \n\n\n\nDr Rashi Kalra Topic: Preconception genetic testing\, IVF and preimplantation genetic testing of embryos. \n\n\n\nDr Midia Alias Topic: Vulval Disorders. \n\n\n\nDr Iniyaval (Ini) Thevathasan Topic: Dealing with unexpected results in pregnancy. \n\n\n\nDr Clare Myers Topic: Endometriosis. \n\n\n\n\nEach specialist will present on key clinical topics relevant to everyday practice\, providing practical insights and updates to support GPs in delivering high-quality patient care.  \n\n\n\nDue to overwhelming demand\, last year’s events sold out quickly\, and with strong interest again this year\, places are strictly limited.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that while this is a free event\, If attendees can no longer attend\, we strongly encourage them to notify us as soon as possible so their place can be offered to another GP or healthcare professional in the community.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/racgp-accredited-womens-health-gp-education-day/
LOCATION:Sheraton Melbourne Hotel\, 27 Little Collins Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260115T032017Z
CREATED:20260115T031924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T032017Z
UID:10000504-1777716000-1777734000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) - In-person Workshop\, Pakenham
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 (EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY at this time): \n\n\n\nHands-on\, interactive learning with expert facilitators.  \n\n\n\nLocation: PakenhamWhere: TBC When: Saturday 02 May 2026\, 10:00 am – 3:00 pmFacilitator: TBCRegister Now: CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nProvide appropriate overdose management advice.\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.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/medication-assisted-treatment-for-opioid-dependence-matod-in-person-workshop-pakenham/
LOCATION:Pakenham
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260327T010123Z
CREATED:20260326T023647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T010123Z
UID:10000584-1777971600-1777986000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Responding to Emotions in Cancer 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\nA small group workshop for health practitioners to explore emotional reactions to cancer\, learn to recognise emotions and apply frameworks to respond through practise with a simulated patient.  \n\n\n\nDelivered by two experienced facilitators\, this workshop will give you the opportunity to:  \n\n\n\n\nExplore emotional reactions to cancer \n\n\n\nLearn evidence-based techniques to confidently navigate emotional conversations \n\n\n\nPractice conversations with simulated patients to apply techniques \n\n\n\nFeel better prepared to show empathy\, manage emotion\, and deliver person-centred care.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/responding-to-emotions-in-cancer-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Cancer Council Victoria":MAILTO:jade.bate@cancervic.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260505T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260505T204500
DTSTAMP:20260319T055717Z
CREATED:20260313T014306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T055717Z
UID:10000566-1778005800-1778013900@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Red flags in the gut: How to identify and manage 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\nAn engaging and practical GP Education Session covering GI presentations in primary care and surgical emergencies in the community. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify and assess common gastrointestinal presentations in general practice — including change in bowel habit\, rectal bleeding\, abdominal pain\, iron deficiency anaemia and bloating — and determine when investigation or conservative management is appropriate.\n\n\n\nRecognise clinical features suggestive of significant pathology\, including early-onset colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease\, and apply appropriate referral pathways to facilitate timely specialist care.\n\n\n\nRecognise and differentiate elective versus emergency surgical referrals in the community setting\, including appropriate timing for GP involvement.\n\n\n\nIdentify red flags in common surgical conditions (perianal tears\, hernias\, gallstones) that require urgent assessment or referral.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/red-flags-in-the-gut-how-to-identify-and-manage-them/
LOCATION:The Firehouse\, 253-257 Maroondah Highway\, Ringwood\, Ringwood\, 3134\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T180000
DTSTAMP:20260505T051224Z
CREATED:20260410T061302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T051224Z
UID:10000596-1778086800-1778090400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:AHPA National Digital Health Webinar #3 – My Health Record in Practice: What allied health professionals need to know now
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 third of a 3-part digital health education webinar series\, hosted by Allied Health Professions Australia (AHPA).  \n\n\n\nThis session brings together AHPA and representatives from the Australian Digital Health Agency for a practical walkthrough of My Health Record\, including how it is changing to increase its value for allied health professionals.  \n\n\n\nThe webinar will cover:  \n\n\n\n\nhow allied health professionals can access and use My Health Record\n\n\n\nthe information My Health Record contains to inform care delivery\n\n\n\nhow initiatives like Sharing by Default are enhancing the value and usability of the system\n\n\n\nprivacy and security\n\n\n\nongoing work to improve access\, functionality\, and support for allied health professionals.\n\n\n\n\nHear from practicing allied health professionals about why and how they’re using the system to benefit service provision.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/ahpa-national-digital-health-webinar-3-my-health-record-in-practice-what-allied-health-professionals-need-to-know-now/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T051540Z
CREATED:20260429T032157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T051540Z
UID:10000615-1778095800-1778099400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Autoantibody testing in musculoskeletal diseases: a practical case-based refresher
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\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify musculoskeletal or other undifferentiated presentations that warrant autoantibody testing in general practice\, and select the most appropriate initial investigations.\n\n\n\nInterpret autoantibody test results in clinical context\, and explain how these results modify pre-test and post-test probability of systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease.\n\n\n\nApply an evidence-based approach to autoantibody testing and interpretation in common general practice scenarios\, including determining when to provide reassurance\, pursue further testing\, or refer to rheumatology.\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Dr Luigi Zolio\, Rheumatologist  \n\n\n\nDr Luigi Zolio is a Rheumatologist managing all musculoskeletal conditions\, with particular interests in systemic lupus erythematosus\, autoimmune connective tissue diseases\, and osteoporosis. Dr Zolio takes pride in listening carefully to his patients and working collaboratively with them to develop comprehensive and individualised management plans.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/autoantibody-testing-in-musculoskeletal-diseases-a-practical-case-based-refresher/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Cabrini Health":MAILTO:jjones@cabrini.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260508T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260206T001621Z
CREATED:20260206T001619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T001621Z
UID:10000528-1778248800-1778421600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Be Well CPD – A doctor's continuing professional development & well-being retreat on self-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\nAre you looking for a restorative & enjoyable break with time to complete your CPD in a meaningful way? \n\n\n\nJoin us for a relaxing & reviving retreat of CPD and self-care designed for doctors by doctors on the Central Coast\, Killcare\, NSW. \n\n\n\nWith attendance to all CPD activities\, you will complete 12 hours of CPD with 2 hours of education\, 5 hours of reviewing performance (including a professional conversation & Professional Development Plan)\, and 5 hours of Measuring Outcomes. \n\n\n\nMake completing your CPD requirement easy and learn new methods of self-care for a sustainable career in medicine.Gift yourself professionally coached and protected time to complete your CPD\, connect\, laugh\, make friends\, rest\, relax\, reflect & grow.Expertly facilitated sessions will inspire & empower you\, bringing your mandatory CPD requirements to life.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/be-well-cpd-a-doctors-continuing-professional-development-well-being-retreat-on-self-care/
LOCATION:107 The Scenic Rd Killcare Heights\, New South Wales 2257 Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260512T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T054839Z
CREATED:20260504T054724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T054839Z
UID:10000624-1778590800-1778594400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Modernised Assignment of Medicare BenefitsBulk Billed Services - 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\nThe Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing is modernising the Assignment of Medicare Benefits process for bulk billed services\, with changes commencing on 01 July 2026.  \n\n\n\nTo support readiness for Practice Managers and their teams\, the Department is holding a virtual information session on Tuesday 12 May 2026\, from 1:00PM – 2:00PM AEST\, to provide an opportunity for any questions and share the latest information available. \n\n\n\nTo register for this event\, please email AssignmentofBenefit@health.gov.au and the team will add you to the MS Teams appointment.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that by registering to attend\, your personal information may be shared with other session participants or included in the Department’s Assignment of Benefit distribution list. You can find more information at: Privacy policy | Australian Government Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/modernised-assignment-of-medicare-benefitsbulk-billed-services-information-session/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T052441Z
CREATED:20260429T032449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T052441Z
UID:10000616-1778700600-1778704200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Advances in management of acute deep venous thrombosis and chronic venous obstruction
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\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify patients who may benefit from interventional management of acute DVT\n\n\n\nDiscuss the optimal therapy to prevent post-thrombotic syndrome\n\n\n\nOutline the latest management strategies for chronic venous obstruction\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Dr Vikram Iyer\, Vascular Surgeon  \n\n\n\nDr Vikram Iyer is a qualified vascular and endovascular surgeon offering a range of management options for the full spectrum of vascular conditions. He is proficient in both traditional open surgery and minimally-invasive endovascular treatments\, in addition to non-operative strategies to manage vascular disease.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/advances-in-management-of-acute-deep-venous-thrombosis-and-chronic-venous-obstruction/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Cabrini Health":MAILTO:jjones@cabrini.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T064625Z
CREATED:20260409T224836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T064625Z
UID:10000595-1778748300-1778776200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 Immunisation Professional Development Conference (free event)
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\nRegistrations are open for Benchmarque Group’s 2026 Immunisation Professional Development Conferences in Sydney\, Melbourne and Brisbane. – Thursday 30 April | Sydney – Thursday 14 May | Melbourne – Thursday 21 May | Brisbane  \n\n\n\nDuring the one day in-person event\, you will have the opportunity to attend a range of interactive sessions including vaccine hesitancy\, travel vaccinations\, priority populations and an update on winter respiratory conditions in advance of the 2026 season.  \n\n\n\nWith our new agenda\, you can attend every session and accrue 8 hours of CPD.  \n\n\n\nThese events are free\, but registration is required.  \n\n\n\nRegister now to secure your spot.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/2026-immunisation-professional-development-conference-free-event/
LOCATION:Adina Apartment Hotel Pentridge Melbourne\, 1 Pentridge Blvd\, Fawkner\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional,Pharmacy
ORGANIZER;CN="Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T183000
DTSTAMP:20260319T061430Z
CREATED:20260301T233756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T061430Z
UID:10000555-1778779800-1778783400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Photoprotection in the high-risk patient and navigating UV science
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 Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) for an evidence-based educational session designed for multidisciplinary healthcare professionals caring for patients at increased risk of skin cancer and ultraviolet (UV) damage. \n\n\n\nChaired by MIA’s Prof Pascale Guitera\, and featuring special guest Prof Henry Lim\, a global leader in photoprotection\, this session combines world-class expertise with clinically relevant insights. Prof Lim will discuss the latest science of UV radiation\, practical photoprotection strategies for high-risk populations and emerging research shaping photoprotection guidance. \n\n\n\nFollowing the presentation\, attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with Prof Lim to discuss key questions and practical considerations in photoprotection. \n\n\n\nPROGRAM*: \n\n\n\n\n5:00pm – Registration and light refreshments served on arrival\n\n\n\n5:30pm – Welcome – Prof Pascale Guitera (Livestream opens)\n\n\n\n5:35pm – Photoprotection in the high-risk patient and navigating UV science – Prof Henry Lim\n\n\n\n6:00pm – Interactive Q&A with Prof Lim\, led by Prof Guitera\n\n\n\n6:30pm – Close\n\n\n\n\nEVENT DETAILS: \n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday 14 May 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 5:30pm–6:30pm AEST. (Registration opens and light refreshments will be served from 5pm for face-to-face guests).\n\n\n\nYou have the option to join us face-to-face in Sydney at The Poche Centre (40 Rocklands Rd\, Wollstonecraft) or online (a unique link will be sent before the event).\n\n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\n\nCPD: A certificate of attendance will be provided.\n\n\n\n\nRSVP by 7 May 2026. Note that ticket numbers are strictly limited for our face-to-face event and we encourage you to register early if you’d like to attend in person. \n\n\n\nThis event is supported by MIA’s Official Sunscreen Partner\, La Roche-Posay\, and delivered as part of the MIA Education Program\, which receives support through unrestricted educational grants from MSD\, Bristol Myers Squibb and HEINE. \n\n\n\n*Program may be subject to change.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/photoprotection-in-the-high-risk-patient-and-navigating-uv-science/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Melanoma Institute Australia":MAILTO:education@melanoma.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T052056Z
CREATED:20260428T061236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T052056Z
UID:10000614-1778785200-1778790600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Contemporary Care for ADHD in Adulthood: Medication\, Psychosocial Supports and Beyond
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\nAdult ADHD has become a significant focus area within the Australian mental health system due to rapidly increasing demand for diagnosis\, medication\, and ongoing support. This growth has outpaced existing service capacity\, particularly in public and regional settings.  \n\n\n\nThe Australasian ADHD Professionals Association’s (2022) guideline for clinical practice recommends psychoeducation\, skills-based psychological interventions\, and environmental supports as part of comprehensive care.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes  \n\n\n\n\nDescribe how system reform effects shared accountability in collaborative care models for adults with ADHD. \n\n\n\nApply practical strategies for building effective professional networks and referral pathways. \n\n\n\nIdentify the implications for care due to increased reliance on ADHD screening tools and rapid assessment models. \n\n\n\nIdentify how shared care and clear role boundaries enable best practice care for adults with ADHD\, specifically exploring the relationships between prescribing and non-prescribing roles.\n\n\n\n\nAttend this webinar to hear our panel explore what effective\, person-centred support can look like when supporting people with ADHD. Register and attend the webinar live to be among the first to engage with the content. \n\n\n\nThe webinar recording will be released 1 week after the broadcast.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/contemporary-care-for-adhd-in-adulthood-medication-psychosocial-supports-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20251216T043903Z
CREATED:20251204T063941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T043903Z
UID:10000484-1778787000-1778790600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:DANA & ASHM | Integrating Sexual Health into AOD Care: Practical Strategies for Nurses and Midwives Part 1
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\nPeople accessing AOD services often face higher risks of sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs).  \n\n\n\nNurses and midwives play a vital role in reducing these risks by integrating sexual health into everyday care. Presented in collaboration with ASHM – the peak body representing the BBV and STI workforce in Australia – and the Drug & Alcohol Nurses of Australasia (DANA) this two-part webinar series will provide practical insights\, real-world examples\, and peer perspectives to help you enhance STI and BBV testing\, treatment\, and engagement in AOD settings.  \n\n\n\nLearn about emerging issues\, explore case studies\, and innovative nursing models of care.  \n\n\n\nDates: (Participants are welcome to attend either or both sessions) \n\n\n\n\nPart 1: Thursday\, 14 May 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nPart 2: Thursday\, 18 June 2026\n\n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:  \n\n\n\n\nOn completion of Part 1 and its components\, participants will be able to:\n\n\n\n\n\nDescribe the clinical presentation of common STIs and BBVs\n\n\n\nIdentify the priority populations for STI and BBV screening\n\n\n\nExplain the importance of testing and screening for STIs and BBV\n\n\n\nRecall tools\, resources and available clinical support \n\n\n\n\nCPD & Endorsement: Endorsement is currently pending. This activity may be suitable for self-claiming CPD hours with your professional body. An estimated equivalent of 2 CPD hours applies. A statement of attendance will be provided for full attendees. Funding: This course received funding from the Australian Government Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/dana-ashm-integrating-sexual-health-into-aod-care-practical-strategies-for-nurses-and-midwives-part-1/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260115T032310Z
CREATED:20260115T032307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T032310Z
UID:10000506-1778925600-1778943600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) - In-person Workshop\, Torquay
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 (EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ONLY at this time): \n\n\n\nHands-on\, interactive learning with expert facilitators.  \n\n\n\nLocation: TorquayWhere: TBC When: Saturday 16 May 2026\, 10:00 am – 3:00 pmFacilitator: TBCRegister Now: CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nProvide appropriate overdose management advice.\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.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/medication-assisted-treatment-for-opioid-dependence-matod-in-person-workshop-torquay/
LOCATION:Torquay
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260518T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260319T010557Z
CREATED:20260318T042937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T010557Z
UID:10000570-1779093000-1779123600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Wound Management - Melbourne
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\nWound Innovations is proud to deliver the Full Fundamentals of Wound Management Workshop to health care professionals within Melbourne.  \n\n\n\nThis face-to-face workshop is the equivalent to 6.5 continuing professional development (CPD) hours. Wound Innovations face to face education program aims to increase staff knowledge\, improve outcomes for residents with wounds\, and promote organisational strategies for wound prevention.  \n\n\n\nThe full fundamentals of Wound Management covers the topics as listed below and has been broken down into four micro sessions.  \n\n\n\nLearning objectives / Topics covered: \n\n\n\n\nThe Skin and Wound Healing and Skin Tears\n\n\n\nWound Assessment and Management\n\n\n\nPressure Injuries and Incontinence Associated Dermatitis\n\n\n\nLower Leg Wounds Upon completion of the workshop\, certificates are issued outlining the course content and learning outcomes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/fundamentals-of-wound-management-melbourne/
LOCATION:Ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260319T042430Z
CREATED:20260318T043239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T042430Z
UID:10000571-1779179400-1779210000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Leg Ulcer and Compression Therapy 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\nWound Innovations in conjunction with Essity is proud to present a one-day Leg Ulcer and Compression Therapy Workshop.  \n\n\n\nThis workshop will cover the assessment and management of common lower leg ulcer aetiology and the assessment and application of compression therapy.  \n\n\n\nParticipants are expected to have a basic understanding of wound healing and wound care prior to attending this workshop. Key topics:  \n\n\n\n\nAn understanding of Leg Ulcer prevalence \n\n\n\nDifferentiation between leg ulcer aetiology \n\n\n\nAbility to assess the patient\, wound and limb in relation to compression therapy use \n\n\n\nUnderstanding of steps to take in maintaining skin integrity \n\n\n\nAbility to deliver appropriate patient education to support informed decision making \n\n\n\nA working knowledge of available compression therapy and application of each. \n\n\n\n\nThe day will be split into theory in the morning and a practical hands-on supported learning in the afternoon.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/leg-ulcer-and-compression-therapy-workshop/
LOCATION:Ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T044200Z
CREATED:20260504T044157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T044200Z
UID:10000623-1779213600-1779219000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Preventative Health and Immunisations for Refugee and Migrant Background Patients
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 education event will be facilitated by the Refugee Health Network of Queensland in partnership with the Brisbane South and Brisbane North PHNs. The event is for General Practitioners and their staff to gain understanding about how to share information about preventative healthcare with their refugee-background patients while addressing cultural and health literacy needs. \n\n\n\nAUDIENCE: General Practitioners and Practice Nurses \n\n\n\nSPEAKERS: \n\n\n\n\nDr Rachel Claydon\, GP and Refugee Health Fellow RHNQ\n\n\n\nDr Margaret Kay\, GP\n\n\n\nEmma Sommerville\, Refugee Health Nurse\n\n\n\nMichel Ghazal\, Refugee Health Advisory Group member\n\n\n\nFaiza Abdurahman\, Refugee Health Advisory Group member\n\n\n\n\nTOPICS: \n\n\n\n\nTips on how to discuss preventative health care\, screening and immunisations\n\n\n\nDevelop an understanding of what makes preventative care feel safe\, accessible\, and worthwhile from a patient’s perspective\n\n\n\nSimple strategies for planning catch-up immunisation schedules.\n\n\n\nRelevant translated resources will be shared with attendees.\n\n\n\n\nA Statement of Attendance will be provided to attendees as documentary evidence to support professional development requirements. \n\n\n\nGP members of RACGP\, ACRRM and other CPD Homes can self-record this activity via their relevant CPD portal.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/preventative-health-and-immunisations-for-refugee-and-migrant-background-patients/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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