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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241202T183000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Early Medical Abortion Webinar
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\nSexual Health Victoria\, 1800 My Options\, the North Eastern Public Health Unit and Women’s Health East are pleased to offer this free information session for GPs\, nurses\, nurse practitioners\, midwives and pharmacists with an interest in early medical abortion (medical termination of pregnancy) service provision.Introduction to early medical abortionPregnancy termination provision is an essential part of comprehensive health care. It ensures that your patients have access to the full spectrum of reproductive services. Early medical abortion is a safe\, common and legal medical procedure. Yet less than 10% of GPs in Australia are registered to prescribe medical abortion\, and even fewer in primary care.Hear from expert speakers:– Dr Kate Robertson\, GP and Medical Educator at Sexual Health Victoria– Larissa Hudson\, Senior nurse educator / sexual and reproductive health nurse at Sexual Health Victoria– 1800 My Options – Victoria’s phone line for contraception\, pregnancy options and sexual health information and pathways.The webinar will provide:– An understanding of early medical abortion\, including the process for prescribing\, dispensing and supporting patients through the procedure.– Hearing from other GPs in how to establish an early medical abortion practice.– Referral pathways for post-procedure presentations.– Patient pathways to accessing abortion healthcare (including how to list your practice as a service provider).– Opportunities for further professional development and training\, including the Royal Women’s Hospital Clinical Champions Project e-modules and MSI Australia’s MS-2 Step training.– Opportunities to have your questions answered by local clinicians.Learning outcomes:By the end of this activity\, participants will be able to:– Explain early medical abortion\, including the process for prescribing\, dispensing and supporting patients through the procedure– Identify the patient pathways to accessing abortion healthcare (including how to list your practice as a service provider)– Explain the benefits of providing early medical abortionCPD: 1.5 hours Educational Activities – RACGP CPD Hours
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/introduction-to-early-medical-abortion-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Pharmacy,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241202T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241202T210000
DTSTAMP:20241108T045102Z
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UID:10000125-1733167800-1733173200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Getting comfortable with the uncomfortable: Could it be my hormones?
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 Leashey’s Legacy for an evening of candid and evidence-based discussions on hormones\, aging\, and mental health. This event is designed for women seeking to understand the impact of hormones on their wellbeing\, with insights from internationally renowned medical experts.  Led in conversation by local podcaster Meg Durham. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\n\nWelcome and Refreshments: Enjoy a complimentary drink and snacks upon arrival. Participate in door prize draws and a silent auction with exciting items.\n\n\n\nExpert Talks and Q&A: Listen to Professor Jayashri Kulkarni (in-person) and Dr. Louise Newson (on-screen)\, followed by a question-and-answer session.\n\n\n\n\nGuest speakers\n\n\n\nProfessor Jayashri Kulkarni is a leading researcher in women’s mental health. She is a Professor of Psychiatry at Monash University and The Alfred. Her work focuses on how reproductive hormones affect mental health\, leading to new treatments for women. In 2019\, she was awarded the Order of Australia for her contributions to psychiatry. \n\n\n\nDr. Louise Newson (on-screen) Dr. Louise Newson is a menopause specialist and part of the UK Government’s Menopause Taskforce. She is dedicated to increasing awareness of menopause and helping women take control of their health during this phase of life. \n\n\n\nAbout the organisers\n\n\n\nLeashey’s Legacy is dedicated to raising awareness about women’s health challenges that impact daily life. The group honours Alicia\, a beloved friend\, mother\, daughter\, and sister\, by advocating for women’s health issues. \n\n\n\nGetting to the event\n\n\n\nMethodist Ladies’ College (MLC) is easy to reach by public transport: \n\n\n\n\nTram: Route 16 stops right outside MLC on Glenferrie Road. This tram connects with routes 70\, 72\, 75\, and 109.\n\n\n\nTrain: Glenferrie Railway Station is a 10-minute walk from the venue and is served by the Belgrave\, Lilydale\, and Alamein lines\, providing quick access to the Melbourne CBD.\n\n\n\n\nFor public transport options\, visit Public Transport Victoria. \n\n\n\nParking: A limited amount of parking is available on campus. It is recommended to park on Barkers Road or nearby streets\, following local parking rules. \n\n\n\nVenue location: James Tatoulis Auditorium is Building 22. View the MLC map online. \n\n\n\nPurchase tickets\n\n\n\nTo buy tickets\, please visit MONASH Shop \n\n\n\nFunds raised will support research into hormone-related depression through the HER Centre Australia
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/getting-comfortable-with-the-uncomfortable-could-it-be-my-hormones/
LOCATION:207 Barkers Rd\, Kew Victoria 3101
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241204T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241204T203000
DTSTAMP:20241127T065552Z
CREATED:20241127T065550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T065552Z
UID:10000131-1733338800-1733344200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Let's get physical: The role of exercise in 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\nJoin Chair\, Professor Garry Jennings\, alongside an expert panel of international and Australian specialists\, for a clinical webinar showcasing the crucial links between physical activity\, cardiorespiratory fitness\, and cardiovascular health.  \n\n\n\nDespite the significant health benefits of regular physical activity\, 78% of Australian adults aged 18 to 64 do not meet recommended activity levels\, greatly increasing their risk of mortality and cardiovascular disease. Exploring both primary prevention and the impact of exercise in cardiac rehabilitation our experts will uncover the latest benefits of exercise in enhancing cardiovascular health\, reducing cardiac inflammatory markers\, and playing a crucial role in secondary prevention for individuals with pre-existing heart conditions. \n\n\n\n“Let’s get physical” will delve into the latest evidence and innovative strategies\, equipping you with the tools and resources to enhance cardiovascular risk factor management in primary healthcare settings. The session will include one hour of live presentations followed by an extended 30-minute Q&A with the expert panel.  \n\n\n\nDiscussions will include: \n\n\n\n\nThe relationship between physical activity\, cardiorespiratory fitness\, and cardiovascular health implications.\n\n\n\nThe role of physical activity and exercise in reducing CVD risk.\n\n\n\nUnderstanding exercise-induced cardiac remodelling.\n\n\n\nEvidence-based exercise interventions in cardiac rehabilitation for secondary prevention.\n\n\n\nThe impact of social prescribing on physical activity\, quality of life\, social connectedness\, and cardiovascular outcomes.\n\n\n\nPractical strategies for optimising physical activity\, cardiorespiratory fitness\, and CVD risk management in primary care.\n\n\n\n\nThis activity is approved for 1.5 Educational Activity hours (CPD). #1037982
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/lets-get-physical-the-role-of-exercise-in-cardiovascular-health/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241205T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241205T124500
DTSTAMP:20241107T053750Z
CREATED:20241107T053333Z
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UID:10000121-1733400000-1733402700@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:General Practice in Aged Care Incentive Webinar Series – For residents\, families and friends
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 and Aged Care recently introduced the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive. \n\n\n\nEligible providers and practices registered in MyMedicare can receive incentive payments for providing their registered patients living in a residential aged care home with care planning and regular visits\, at their home. \n\n\n\nYou are invited to attend a webinar to support you in the implementation of the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive. \n\n\n\nPanellists include:  \n\n\n\n\nCraig Gear\, CEO\, Older Persons Advocacy Network\n\n\n\nLeanne Wells\, Consumer Advocate Leader\n\n\n\nDanijela Hlis\, Consumer Leader\n\n\n\nAnn Davies\, Aged Care Industry Leader\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar series is being delivered with funding and support from the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. \n\n\n\nThis webinar has a cap of 1\,000 registrants. If at capacity\, please email capability@prestantiahealth.com to request a post-event recording.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/general-practice-in-aged-care-incentive-webinar-series-for-residents-families-and-friends/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241205T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241205T173000
DTSTAMP:20241203T235252Z
CREATED:20241203T235158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T235252Z
UID:10000133-1733414400-1733419800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Setting the standard: palliative care in general practice and aged 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\nJoin this in-depth\, expert led webinar to equip yourselves with tools to deliver better experiences and outcomes for people receiving generalist palliative care. The key tool that will guide you through this journey in primary care and aged care is the National Palliative Care Standards for All Health Professionals and Aged Care Services Ed. 1 (2022). \n\n\n\nThe National Palliative Care Standards are a set of voluntary standards\, intended to guide healthcare providers to deliver high-quality primary palliative care for the person receiving care\, their family and carers. \n\n\n\nThese Standards have been informed by the review of evidence and consultations nationally across the healthcare sector. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is your opportunity to take a deep dive into the Standards with sector leaders who will discuss the importance of having a framework for high quality palliative care regardless of the setting\, and provide key strategies that you can take back to your everyday practice. \n\n\n\nMeet the experts: \n\n\n\n\nProf Claire Johnson – Director\, Palliative Aged Care Outcomes Program (PACOP)\n\n\n\nAndrew Allsop – Director Clinical Operations\, Palliative Care\, Silver Chain Group\n\n\n\nLouis Christie – GP with a special interest in palliative care
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/setting-the-standard-palliative-care-in-general-practice-and-aged-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241210T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241210T200000
DTSTAMP:20240821T071405Z
CREATED:20240821T071403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T071405Z
UID:10000069-1733857200-1733860800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Better Billing Webinar Series: The 715 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Assessment
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\nBetter Billing Webinar Series \n\n\n\nWestern Victoria Primary Health Network are pleased to invite you to this 3-part webinar series where attendees will learn better ways to bill and use MBS numbers. Presented by Ash Van Leeuwestyn\, Better Billing \n\n\n\nSESSION THREE: Care plans and chronic disease – the MBS update \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:  \n\n\n\n\nDevelop chronic disease management plans that address the interactions and complications of multisystem disease and the use of multiple medications\n\n\n\nIdentify appropriate Medicare item numbers that assist in the management of chronic disease\n\n\n\n\nDate: Session Three: 10th December 7.00pm – 8.00pm
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/better-billing-webinar-series-the-715-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-health-assessment-3/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241211T190000
DTSTAMP:20241127T070238Z
CREATED:20241127T070235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T070238Z
UID:10000132-1733940000-1733943600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Breast density reporting in the BreastScreen Victoria 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\nLearn about breast density reporting in the BreastScreen Victoria program\, including: \n\n\n\n\nAn overview of the BreastScreen Victoria program\n\n\n\nThe rollout of breast density reporting\n\n\n\nWhat breast density is\n\n\n\nHow breast density is measured\n\n\n\nWhy breast density is important\n\n\n\nWhat the recommended options are for a patient with dense breasts\n\n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nRecommend an appropriate pathway for a patient with dense breasts\n\n\n\nOutline the eligibility requirements of the BreastScreen Victoria program\n\n\n\nDescribe how breast density influences breast cancer risk and mammographic sensitivity
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/breast-density-reporting-in-the-breastscreen-victoria-program/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250122T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250122T170000
DTSTAMP:20250121T222516Z
CREATED:20250121T222121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T222516Z
UID:10000168-1737532800-1737565200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach (PEPA) - Clinical Mentorship for a PEPA placement
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\nMentoring is defined as a relationship between an experienced and a less experienced person in which the mentor provides guidance\, advice\, support and feedback to the mentee to support their future experience and growth. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed for palliative care health professionals working in PEPA/IPEPA  Host Sites who wish to become a PEPA/IPEPA  mentor\, and share their palliative care knowledge with others and further develop their mentoring skills. \n\n\n\nFollowing the workshop\, participants should be able to identify principles for culturally safe\, supportive mentoring in the context of palliative care. \n\n\n\nFor those who may have been PEPA/IPEPA Mentors in the past (Prior to July 1st 2022) this workshop will act as a refresher program to ensure your ongoing professional development as a PEPA/IPEPA Mentor. \n\n\n\nAll those wishing to act as a PEPA Host Site Mentor for their workplace in Victoria\, need to complete the online Mentor module and attend one of the regularly scheduled PEPA Mentor training workshops in order to do so\, unless they can provide evidence of completing a substantive training program in Mentoring or education that can be considered equivalent. \n\n\n\nThis is essential to ensure that participants in PEPA/IPEPA placements have support and resources from our Host Sites to get the best learning outcomes possible. PEPA Victoria is committed to ensuring ongoing professional development and learning opportunities for Host Site Mentors within our quality framework. All registered Host Site Mentors will receive a certificate and PEPA Mentor badge on completion of both the module and the workshop and will be invited to join the Host Site Mentor Community of Practice which meets on Teams bimonthly. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to offering more development opportunities for Host Site Mentors as guided by the members of the Community of Practice. \n\n\n\nTopics \n\n\n\n\nCulturally responsive mentoring practices\n\n\n\nCommunication skills\n\n\n\nFeedback skills\n\n\n\nReflective skills\n\n\n\n\nTarget audience: \n\n\n\nPalliative care professionals working in specialist palliative care services at a PEPA/IPEPA Host Site \n\n\n\nFacilitator: \n\n\n\nKerrie Cunningham: Kerrie has been working in palliative care and providing education for over 20 years\, across a variety of settings\, including rural remote Australia and metropolitan Melbourne. Kerrie is dedicated to helping enhance and enrich health professionals understanding of palliative care\, which in turn leads to improved patient and family outcomes. \n\n\n\nCost:    Free (morning tea and lunch provided) \n\n\n\nEnquires: PEPA Administration Officer: pepa@svha.org.au \n\n\n\nIf you have registered and find you are unable to attend\, please advise as soon as possible\, as these workshops are in high demand and your place can be offered to another participant. If you do not advise and don’t attend\, you will incur an administration fee. Thank you for your understanding.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/program-of-experience-in-the-palliative-approach-pepa-clinical-mentorship-for-a-pepa-placement/
LOCATION:104 Studley Park Rd\, Kew VIC 3101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250129T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250129T123000
DTSTAMP:20250120T051207Z
CREATED:20250114T224119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T051207Z
UID:10000156-1738150200-1738153800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Making your medicines more affordable
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 and Aged Care\, together with the Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF)\, for an informative webinar designed to help Australians reduce their medication costs. \n\n\n\nDr Elizabeth Deveny (Chief Executive Officer of CHF) and Chris McNab (Director of Community and Indigenous Pharmacy Programs Section at the Department of Health and Aged Care)\, will discuss affordable medicine options and key initiatives. \n\n\n\nThis session will cover: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding 60-day prescriptions: What they are\, how they work\, and how you can benefit.\n\n\n\nThe PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme): How it impacts medicine prices for all Australians\, Medicare cardholders and eligibility considerations.\n\n\n\nGeneric vs. brand medicines: The cost differences\, benefits of choosing generics\, and their connection to 60-day prescriptions.\n\n\n\nPBS Safety Net: Understanding limits\, eligibility\, changes with 60-day prescriptions and how to apply for a PBS Safety Net Card.\n\n\n\nDiscussing options with your healthcare provider: Tips for talking to your GP or pharmacist about 60-day prescriptions and other ways to make your medicines more affordable.\n\n\n\n\nThis patient-focused webinar will help you make informed decisions\, explore cost-saving options\, and better manage your medications. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and ask questions! \n\n\n\nWed\, 29 Jan 2025 11:30 – 12:30 (UTC+10:00) Canberra\, Melbourne\, Sydney
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/making-your-medicines-more-affordable/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250203T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250203T203000
DTSTAMP:20250106T021446Z
CREATED:20250106T015918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T021446Z
UID:10000143-1738607400-1738614600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Contemporary TGD Health for GPs and Prescribing Clinicians
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\nThree Weekly Online WorkshopsFebruary 3rd\, 10th\, and 17th 20256:30pm – 8:30pmCreated specifically for the unique needs of General Practitioners\, this CPD-accredited and free-of-charge course is designed to empower and equip Victorian GPs in transgender and gender diverse (TGD) primary care. \n\n\n\nCo-designed and delivered by leading General Practitioners in the field and TGD health professionals\, this initiative has been created to improve health outcomes and access for the trans and gender diverse population across the state. \n\n\n\nThe course combines interactive\, didactic\, and case-based learning covering topics such as: \n\n\n\n\nGender Affirming Hormone Therapy\n\n\n\nAffirmative Practice & clinical logistics\n\n\n\nSurgical options and referral\n\n\n\nMental health referral and support\n\n\n\nMedicare considerations\n\n\n\nFinding a community of practice
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/contemporary-tgd-health-for-gps-and-prescribing-clinicians/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250204T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250218T203000
DTSTAMP:20250203T070611Z
CREATED:20250122T051411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T070611Z
UID:10000172-1738693800-1739910600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis B s100 Prescriber Course
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\nAdvanced level training that will enable Victorian GPs and Nurse Practitioners to effectively diagnose\, manage and treat chronic hepatitis B in the primary care setting. VHHITAL will facilitate applications to become an accredited s100 highly specialised drugs prescriber for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B upon successful completion of the training and assessment. \n\n\n\nCost: FREE  \n\n\n\nFormat: Online (Three sessions over 3 weeks) \n\n\n\nStart Date: Tuesday 4 February 2025 \n\n\n\nEnd Date: Tuesday 18 February 2025 \n\n\n\nIf completing the course is not convenient for you at this time\, please email vhhital@nwmphn.org.au to be placed on the EOI list\, we will update you regarding future sessions.  \n\n\n\nPresenters: Professor Ben Cowie\, Dr Lester Mascarenhas & Dr Nicole Allard \n\n\n\nHosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program\, this course is in high demand and places are limited. We kindly ask that you only register if you intend to gain HBV s100 accreditation and can commit to all the live sessions and the following course work: \n\n\n\nPrior to the course: \n\n\n\nCompletion of the pre-course online learning\, including: \n\n\n\nPre-course survey (10 minutes to complete) \n\n\n\nHepatitis B introductory online modules (approx. 1 hour to complete) \n\n\n\nDuring the course: \n\n\n\nThe course will run over 3 weeks\, you will be required to complete the assigned tasks and webinars that will take approximately 2.5 hours per week. These include: \n\n\n\n1. Completion of pre-recorded video modules: Between each webinar\, video lectures (approx. 30 mins) will be available for participants to watch at time that suits them. The interactive webinar activities will be based on learnings from these video lectures. \n\n\n\n2. Live webinars: Attendance of three webinars is compulsory for successful completion of the course and is required to receive accreditation. You must attend the following dates and times: \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, 4 February 6:30pm – 8:30pm AEST\n\n\n\nTuesday\, 11 February 6:30pm – 8:30pm AEST\n\n\n\nTuesday\, 18 February 6:30pm – 8:30pm AEST\n\n\n\n\n3. Completion of assignment: One assignment must be completed during the course\, which includes a case study and takes approx. 30 mins to complete. \n\n\n\nAfter the course: \n\n\n\nA post-course online assessment and survey must be completed. The assessment comprises of thirty case-based multiple-choice questions that participants must pass to become an accredited Hepatitis B s100 prescriber. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIntegrate principles of person-centered and culturally competent care into hepatitis B management ​\n\n\n\nOutline the critical role of primary care in the diagnosis\, management and treatment of people living with chronic hepatitis B ​\n\n\n\nPlan long-term care\, including guideline-based monitoring and hepatocellular carcinoma screening\, for patients with chronic hepatitis B ​\n\n\n\nSelect and prescribe first-line antiviral treatment when clinically indicated ​\n\n\n\nIdentify situations where specialist advice or referral is required  ​
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-b-s100-prescriber-course/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250210T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250210T203000
DTSTAMP:20250106T021513Z
CREATED:20250106T021346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T021513Z
UID:10000144-1739212200-1739219400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Contemporary TGD Health for GPs and Prescribing Clinicians
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\nThree Weekly Online WorkshopsFebruary 3rd\, 10th\, and 17th 20256:30pm – 8:30pmCreated specifically for the unique needs of General Practitioners\, this CPD-accredited and free-of-charge course is designed to empower and equip Victorian GPs in transgender and gender diverse (TGD) primary care. \n\n\n\nCo-designed and delivered by leading General Practitioners in the field and TGD health professionals\, this initiative has been created to improve health outcomes and access for the trans and gender diverse population across the state. \n\n\n\nThe course combines interactive\, didactic\, and case-based learning covering topics such as: \n\n\n\n\nGender Affirming Hormone Therapy\n\n\n\nAffirmative Practice & clinical logistics\n\n\n\nSurgical options and referral\n\n\n\nMental health referral and support\n\n\n\nMedicare considerations\n\n\n\nFinding a community of practice
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/contemporary-tgd-health-for-gps-and-prescribing-clinicians-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250211T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250211T203000
DTSTAMP:20250203T070819Z
CREATED:20250203T070059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T070819Z
UID:10000174-1739300400-1739305800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:2025 cervical screening update: what you need to know about the latest clinical guidelines
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 this upcoming webinar to learn about the latest update to the National Cervical Screening Program (NCSP) Guidelines.Delivered in partnership with the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care\, this webinar will support you in optimising care for your patients by guiding you through changes from the latest review. It will outline the key updates you should be aware of including changes to Test of Cure\, surveillance and follow-up after AIS\, guidance on intervals for unsatisfactory tests and much more.You’ll be provided with a range of resources and expert insights to help you navigate the changes with an opportunity to put your questions to cervical screening experts Prof Deborah Bateson and Dr Lara Roeske. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nOutline the latest updates to the National Cervical Screening Program Guidelines.\n\n\n\n\nDr Lara RoeskeGP and Provost\, RACGP Specific Interests \n\n\n\nDr Lara Roeske is a GP and practice owner\, Provost\, RACGP Specific Interests and has held many senior positions at the RACGP including Chair\, RACGP Board\, Chair\, RACGP Specific Interests\, Deputy Chair Victoria Council\, inaugural Chair of RACGP Specific Interests Sexual Health Medicine group\, and past Chair of the Women in General Practice RACGP Victoria committee. With a career spanning more than 20 years\, Dr Roeske has worked in advisory roles to key stakeholders\, on steering committees\, guideline working parties\, representing the RACGP across a range of domains relevant to sexual and reproductive health\, cervical cancer prevention and translation of evidence into practice at state and national levels. \n\n\n\nProf Deborah BatesonProfessor of Practice at The Daffodil Centre \n\n\n\nDeborah Bateson is Professor of Practice at The Daffodil Centre\, a joint venture between The University of Sydney and Cancer Council NSW\, and formerly Medical Director at Family Planning NSW. Deborah has worked as a clinician\, researcher\, educator\, and advocate in sexual and reproductive health for over 20 years with a focus on equitable access to cervical screening services and reproductive healthcare. Deborah is leading an NHMRC study to increase cervical screening participation of people with intellectual disability\, and is Chair of the National Cervical Screening Program Self-Collection Implementation Committee\, Deputy Chair of the Quality and Safety Monitoring Committee and member of the Cervical Screening Guidelines Working Party.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/2025-cervical-screening-update-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-latest-clinical-guidelines/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T200000
DTSTAMP:20241220T023714Z
CREATED:20241220T023711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T023714Z
UID:10000142-1739385000-1739390400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Improving Childhood Asthma Management (ICAM) Community of Practice - Back to School 2025
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 community of practice (CoP) session will focus on asthma action plans (AAPs)\, communicating with schools and managing asthma in children and adolescents in a school based setting. There will be case studies included in this CoP. \n\n\n\nCommunity of practice (CoP) sessions aim to improve clinician confidence in managing childhood asthma\, and foster collaboration between asthma care services in the inner west of Melbourne\, the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH)\, Asthma Australia and the National Asthma Council Australia. Discussions and findings can also be applied to the wider childhood asthma community.  \n\n\n\nThe CoP provides an opportunity for all asthma care providers managing children to come together to improve their clinical knowledge and confidence. The sessions build the confidence of clinicians to access resources and services to better link patients into the system.  \n\n\n\nParticipants are multidisciplinary clinicians from community\, primary and tertiary care services. Members play key roles identifying current barriers\, and work together to develop local solutions to improve the care and service delivery to children living with asthma.  \n\n\n\nOpportunity will be provided for members to bring forth complex\, de-identified case studies to be discussed within the group. This allows members to learn from a multidisciplinary team and better understand the role different care providers have as part of the asthma care team. When available\, local data will also be shared to better understand how the system is performing\, including sharing of hospital emergency admission rates of children with asthma. Clinical content will be covered by subject matter experts\, including specialists from RCH.  \n\n\n\nIf you would like to submit a deidentified case for discussion\, suggest other topics for upcoming sessions\, or join the ICAM CoP Basecamp\, please email education@nwmphn.org.au  \n\n\n\nFacilitators  \n\n\n\nDr Katherine Chen is a paediatrician and the clinical lead of the short stay unit at RCH. Katherine graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2002 and completed her PhD in 2018. In addition to her clinical expertise in acute paediatrics\, she is a clinician scientist fellow in the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute’s health services and economics group. Her research interest is improving the care of children with asthma and wheeze.  \n\n\n\nDr Kirsty Tamis works as a GP in Truganina in Melbourne’s west. She is a member of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners\, Royal College of General Practitioners and Royal College of Physicians in the UK. She has completed her Diploma of Child Health and is passionate about supporting parents and children towards better holistic health and living.  \n\n\n\nDr Shivanthan Shanthikumar is a paediatric respiratory specialist and clinician-scientist at RCH. He works in the complex asthma clinic\, and was recently involved in helping to put the new asthma clinical practice guidelines together. \n\n\n\nSubscribe here to Asthma Australia’s Asthma Link – connecting healthcare professionals with news & opinion across the asthma community. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\nBy the end of this activity\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nInterpret local data and identify potential solutions to improve asthma care locally. \n\n\n\nImplement best practice management for asthma in children\n\n\n\nDescribe resources and local services available for children living with asthma\n\n\n\nIdentify collaborative\, multidisciplinary opportunities to improve care for children living with asthma
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/improving-childhood-asthma-management-icam-community-of-practice-back-to-school-2025/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Pharmacy,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250217T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250217T203000
DTSTAMP:20250106T021518Z
CREATED:20250106T021412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T021518Z
UID:10000145-1739817000-1739824200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Contemporary TGD Health for GPs and Prescribing Clinicians
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\nThree Weekly Online WorkshopsFebruary 3rd\, 10th\, and 17th 20256:30pm – 8:30pmCreated specifically for the unique needs of General Practitioners\, this CPD-accredited and free-of-charge course is designed to empower and equip Victorian GPs in transgender and gender diverse (TGD) primary care. \n\n\n\nCo-designed and delivered by leading General Practitioners in the field and TGD health professionals\, this initiative has been created to improve health outcomes and access for the trans and gender diverse population across the state. \n\n\n\nThe course combines interactive\, didactic\, and case-based learning covering topics such as: \n\n\n\n\nGender Affirming Hormone Therapy\n\n\n\nAffirmative Practice & clinical logistics\n\n\n\nSurgical options and referral\n\n\n\nMental health referral and support\n\n\n\nMedicare considerations\n\n\n\nFinding a community of practice
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/contemporary-tgd-health-for-gps-and-prescribing-clinicians-3/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250221T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250222T163000
DTSTAMP:20250113T021403Z
CREATED:20250113T020812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T021403Z
UID:10000149-1740126600-1740241800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Future Leaders Program - Voices of In-Sight 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\nThe Future Leaders Program is a professional development initiative\, grounded in community advocacy and social change\, designed to build the capability\, knowledge and confidence of natural lived experience leaders in community. This initiative will seek to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of the lived experience of suicide movement. \n\n\n\nIf you live in the East Melbourne area and are interested in becoming a part of the Future Leaders Program\, there are two available Voices of In-Sight workshop dates you can attend. These will be followed by a program briefing session where participants will be able to express their interest in continuing with the program. \n\n\n\nOption 1: Friday 21 & Saturday 22 February\, 2025\, 8:30am – 4:30pm (local time) \n\n\n\nOption 2: Friday 4 & Saturday 5 April\, 2025\, 8:30am – 4:30am (local time) \n\n\n\nBriefing session: Tuesday 6 May\, 2025 – 3 hours (local time) \n\n\n\nVoices of In-Sight Expression of Interest: Future Leaders Program | Voices of In-Sight Workshop  East Melbourne Eastern Melbourne PHN \n\n\n\nMore information: VOI-FutureLeaders-EM-FutureLeaders-edit840.pdf
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/future-leaders-program-voices-of-in-sight-workshop/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250222T113000
DTSTAMP:20250106T022138Z
CREATED:20250103T021811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T022138Z
UID:10000146-1740214800-1740223800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Nurse Immuniser training
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\nAnnual Nurse Immuniser Training \n\n\n\nJoin Steph\, a practicing RN & Immuniser for your annual refresher on Immunisation Emergencies. \n\n\n\nRenew your knowledge\, refine your skills & refresh your confidence & competence in Immunisation Emergencies. \n\n\n\nContent includes CPR & Manage Immunisation Emergency training; AM & PM sessions available. \n\n\n\n\nCPR ILO’s\n\n\n\nCPR adult & infant\, manage unconscious breathing casualty\, use AED\, airway adjuncts in General Practice\, team scenarios & roles\n\n\n\nManage Immunisation Emergency ILO’s – currently being updated to maintain currency & best practice\n\n\n\nUpdates – what’s new?\n\n\n\nQuick refresher\n\n\n\nType 1 or Immediate Hypersensitivity\n\n\n\nChemical mediators at play\n\n\n\nAEFI’s explored\n\n\n\nVasovagal\n\n\n\nAllergy symptoms\n\n\n\nAnaphylaxis explored\n\n\n\nShock\n\n\n\nA-G of MIE assessment tool\n\n\n\nAdrenaline\n\n\n\nSpecial Considerations\n\n\n\nOther medications
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/nurse-immuniser-training/
LOCATION:James Bathe Community Centre\, Pakenham\, 67 Caversham Dr\, Pakenham\, Victoria 3810
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T200000
DTSTAMP:20250205T221158Z
CREATED:20250205T221155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T221158Z
UID:10000178-1740506400-1740513600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Maintaining therapeutic relationships when sharing information using CISS
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 Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) invites you to join them for a workshop on Maintaining therapeutic relationships when sharing information using the Child Information Sharing Scheme (CISS). \n\n\n\nIn this interactive session\, APNA are collaborating with Emerging Minds and a panel of early childhood sector experts to explore ways to have successful\, respectful and transparent conversations with families and carers about information sharing to promote child wellbeing and safety. \n\n\n\nAbout the speakers and panellists:Vicki Mansfield is a Practice Development Officer with Emerging Minds. Vicki has thirty years’ experience as a social worker in clinical roles including perinatal and infant mental health\, child and adolescent mental health\, family and domestic violence services\, child protection\, acute hospital settings and private practice. Vicki will provide an overview on curious and reflective conversations to nurture collaborative relationships with families. \n\n\n\nThe panel of early childhood education sector experts will include representatives from Early Childhood Australia (ECA) and fka Children’s Services (fkaCS). \n\n\n\nWhat are the outcomes of the session? \n\n\n\n\nDevelop partnership practice skills to build and maintain therapeutic and collaborative relationships with families while being transparent about information sharing using CISS.\n\n\n\nUsing a case study example\, understand the broader influence of a family’s support network or ‘village’ on a child’s mental health\, growth and development.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the barriers and protective factors within the child’s ‘village’.\n\n\n\nLearn from the panel of early childhood education sector experts about what information can be shared between primary health care nurses and early childhood educators to improve child wellbeing and safety.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWho should attend?This session is relevant for Victorian primary health care nurses and members of the multidisciplinary health care team working with children and families. \n\n\n\nAPNA acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government under the Improving Child Wellbeing and Safety Outcomes project in bringing you this education session. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact project officer Lucy Schmidt at lucy.schmidt@apna.asn.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/maintaining-therapeutic-relationships-when-sharing-information-using-ciss/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20250203T070623Z
CREATED:20250122T050514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T070623Z
UID:10000169-1740681000-1740688200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:STI Essentials for 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\nOver the last 10 years syphilis\, chlamydia and gonorrhoea rates have all increased in Victoria\, and primary health care practitioners are the key to bringing these epidemics under control. Sexually transmissible infections (STIs) may not be visible but can cause severe health problems if left undiagnosed and untreated. Hosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program\, this informative and interactive session will provide you with the understanding and tools required to confidently manage common STI screening and care\, making sexual health a routine everyday part of your primary health care practice. The option of referring complex cases and receiving other. \n\n\n\nPresenter & Facilitator: Dr Melanie Bissessor\, Sexual Health Physician – Melbourne Sexual Health Centre \n\n\n\nLearning Methods: Presentation\, Case Discussion\, Q&A \n\n\n\nContinuing Professional Development: This activity has been approved for the following hours and type: 2 Educational activities hours for the RACGP Triennium 23-25. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nManage treatment\, contact tracing and if necessary\, referrals using the Health Pathways tool.\n\n\n\nImprove understanding of sexual health care for young people\, pregnant women and other key populations;\n\n\n\nHow to approach taking a sexual history;\n\n\n\nDescribe the clinical presentation of chlamydia\, gonorrhoea\, syphilis;\n\n\n\nCorrectly perform comprehensive sexual health screening\, including testing for the most common STIs – chlamydia\, gonorrhoea\, syphilis;
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/sti-essentials-for-primary-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250312T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250312T203000
DTSTAMP:20250211T024627Z
CREATED:20250211T023305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T024627Z
UID:10000181-1741806000-1741811400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Monash Health Women's GP Webinar: Overview of the first antenatal consult
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 Women’s GP Liaison is pleased to invite you to an update on the first pregnancy visit.  \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nOutline the recommended investigations to offer women in the first trimester\n\n\n\n\n\nDevelop your approach to taking a genetic history and referring for appropriate tests or further counselling\n\n\n\nDetermine when a pregnancy is at higher risk of pre-eclampsia\, preterm birth or stillbirth \n\n\n\nIdentify when to refer for early or urgent obstetric input \n\n\n\n\nPresented by: Dr Sam Sturrock\, Monash Health Obstetrician and Gynaecologist  \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday 12th March\, 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: 7:00PM – 8:30 PM \n\n\n\nRegistration: Book here \n\n\n\nCPD: RACGP hours applied for: 1 hour EA; 1 hour RP (on completion of pre and post session activity)  \n\n\n\nEnquiries: maternitygpliaison@monashhealth.org 
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/monash-health-womens-gp-webinar-overview-of-the-first-antenatal-consult/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T160000
DTSTAMP:20250303T064823Z
CREATED:20250303T064820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T064823Z
UID:10000190-1741860000-1741881600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Full Day 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\nWelcome to the Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Full Day Workshop in Richmond\, VIC! \n\n\n\nJoin us on Thu Mar 13 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Jack Dyer Pavilion for a day filled with valuable information and resources on suicide awareness and prevention. This in-person workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to support those in need. \n\n\n\nWesley Lifeforce Suicide Prevention workshop participants increase confidence to: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify national and local suicide prevention resources\n\n\n\nIdentify risk and protective factors of suicide\n\n\n\nUnderstand the connection between risk factors and warning signs\n\n\n\nEngage in conversation appropriately with someone you are concerned about\n\n\n\nAsk a person if they are considering suicide
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/wesley-lifeforce-suicide-prevention-full-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Jack Dyer Pavilion\, Highett Street Richmond\, Victoria\, 3121
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T203000
DTSTAMP:20250203T070403Z
CREATED:20250203T070324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T070403Z
UID:10000175-1741892400-1741897800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:2025 cervical screening update: what you need to know about the latest clinical guidelines
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 this upcoming webinar to learn about the latest update to the National Cervical Screening Program (NCSP) Guidelines.Delivered in partnership with the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care\, this webinar will support you in optimising care for your patients by guiding you through changes from the latest review. It will outline the key updates you should be aware of including changes to Test of Cure\, surveillance and follow-up after AIS\, guidance on intervals for unsatisfactory tests and much more.You’ll be provided with a range of resources and expert insights to help you navigate the changes with an opportunity to put your questions to cervical screening experts Prof Deborah Bateson and Dr Lara Roeske. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nOutline the latest updates to the National Cervical Screening Program Guidelines.\n\n\n\n\nDr Lara RoeskeGP and Provost\, RACGP Specific Interests \n\n\n\nDr Lara Roeske is a GP and practice owner\, Provost\, RACGP Specific Interests and has held many senior positions at the RACGP including Chair\, RACGP Board\, Chair\, RACGP Specific Interests\, Deputy Chair Victoria Council\, inaugural Chair of RACGP Specific Interests Sexual Health Medicine group\, and past Chair of the Women in General Practice RACGP Victoria committee. With a career spanning more than 20 years\, Dr Roeske has worked in advisory roles to key stakeholders\, on steering committees\, guideline working parties\, representing the RACGP across a range of domains relevant to sexual and reproductive health\, cervical cancer prevention and translation of evidence into practice at state and national levels. \n\n\n\nProf Deborah BatesonProfessor of Practice at The Daffodil Centre \n\n\n\nDeborah Bateson is Professor of Practice at The Daffodil Centre\, a joint venture between The University of Sydney and Cancer Council NSW\, and formerly Medical Director at Family Planning NSW. Deborah has worked as a clinician\, researcher\, educator\, and advocate in sexual and reproductive health for over 20 years with a focus on equitable access to cervical screening services and reproductive healthcare. Deborah is leading an NHMRC study to increase cervical screening participation of people with intellectual disability\, and is Chair of the National Cervical Screening Program Self-Collection Implementation Committee\, Deputy Chair of the Quality and Safety Monitoring Committee and member of the Cervical Screening Guidelines Working Party.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/2025-cervical-screening-update-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-latest-clinical-guidelines-march/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250315T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250315T163000
DTSTAMP:20250131T060527Z
CREATED:20250128T012620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T060527Z
UID:10000173-1742027400-1742056200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Point-of-care Ultrasound 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 full-day workshop will help increase your understanding of the applications of point-of-care ultrasound in the diagnostic process. Experts will guide you through the diverse applications of point-of-care ultrasound in rural primary care. You will be introduced to basic techniques using advanced\, high-end mobile ultrasound equipment provided by our sponsor GE Healthcare.The workshop is capped at 30 participants to allow increased hands-on experience. Participants will rotate through six ultrasound skills stations:• eFast• deep venous thrombosis• heart and lung ultrasound• intravenous line placement and foreign object retrieval• musculoskeletal soft tissue• first trimester transabdominal obstetric ultrasound. \n\n\n\nCPD and grantsThis workshop is an RACGP CPD Accredited Activity eligible for 10 CPD hours (5 hours Education Activity and 5 hours Reviewing Performance) and is approved for all categories of the Rural Procedural Grants Program. \n\n\n\nFlyer.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/introduction-to-point-of-care-ultrasound-workshop/
LOCATION:RACGP Office\, 100 Wellington Parade\, East Melbourne\, VIC\, 3002\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250315T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250315T170000
DTSTAMP:20241211T042141Z
CREATED:20241211T025215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T042141Z
UID:10000135-1742027400-1742058000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Paediatric ALS  Recognition of the seriously ill child
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 course is designed for health care providers. \n\n\n\nThere are three theory modules in this course: \n\n\n\n\nRecognition of the seriously ill child\n\n\n\nBasic Life Support (BLS)\n\n\n\nAdvanced Life Support (ALS)\n\n\n\n\nLearning objectives for Recognition of the seriously ill child: \n\n\n\n\nOutline the pathways leading to cardiorespiratory arrest in children\n\n\n\nSummarise the anatomical and physiological differences between adults and children\n\n\n\nIdentify the skills required for recognition\, assessment and management of the critically ill child using a structured DRSABCDEFG approach\n\n\n\n\nLearning objectives for Basic life support (BLS) \n\n\n\n\nIdentify the indications for BLS in paediatrics\n\n\n\nExplain the appropriate actions for DRSABCDE\n\n\n\nDiscuss safe and effective use of the automated external defibrillator (AED)\n\n\n\nDescribe the management of a foreign body airway obstruction (FBOA)\n\n\n\n\nLearning objectives for Advanced life support (ALS) \n\n\n\n\nOutline the principles of cardiac arrest management\n\n\n\nApply the ANZCOR ALS algorithm to the management of cardiac arrest\n\n\n\nExplain the skills of airway management and manual defibrillation\n\n\n\nIdentify the medications used in cardiac arrest\n\n\n\nDiscuss the essential skills required to effectively function as part of an emergency response team.\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\, this is a fee-based course\, and attendees are responsible for covering the cost.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/paediatric-als-recognition-of-the-seriously-ill-child/
LOCATION:Alfread Simulation Centre\, 89 Commercial Rd\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3004
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Health Education Collaborative":MAILTO:info@healthec.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250318T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250318T203000
DTSTAMP:20250203T070640Z
CREATED:20250122T050704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T070640Z
UID:10000170-1742322600-1742329800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Syphilis: Advanced Webinar for 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\nVictoria has seen a 476% increase in Syphilis cases since 2010\, with a record 1671 cases reported in 2019. Of strong concern is the re-emergence of congenital syphilis since 2017\, despite no cases reported between 2004 and 2016. The outer north western suburbs of Melbourne have emerged as a hotspot for infections in heterosexuals of reproductive age. Hosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program\, this course builds on VHHITAL’s STI Essentials course and provides the skills and resources required for primary health care practitioners to confidently implement guideline-based management of patients diagnosed with syphilis and to improve patient outcomes. Course numbers will be limited to maximise participation in the case study discussions.  \n\n\n\nPresenter & Facilitator: Dr Melanie Bissessor\, Sexual Health Physician – Melbourne Sexual Health Centre \n\n\n\nLearning Methods: Presentation\, Case Discussion\, Q&A. \n\n\n\nContinuing Professional Development: This activity has been approved for the following hours and type: 2 Educational activities hours for the RACGP Triennium 23-25. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nApply learning in case study discussions\n\n\n\nReinforce that sexual health is everyday routine business for primary care\n\n\n\nDescribe the clinical presentation of primary\, secondary and latent syphilis\n\n\n\nCorrectly perform testing for syphilis\n\n\n\nImplement guideline-based management of patients diagnosed with syphilis\n\n\n\nRecap contact tracing and its key role in managing STIs
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/syphilis-advanced-webinar-for-primary-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250322T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250322T170000
DTSTAMP:20241216T224804Z
CREATED:20241211T043433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T224804Z
UID:10000138-1742632200-1742662800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Adult ALS
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 course is designed for health care providers. There are two theory modules in this course: \n\n\n\n\nBasic life support (BLS)\n\n\n\nAdvanced life support (ALS)\n\n\n\n\nLearning objectives for Basic life support (BLS) \n\n\n\n\nIdentify the indications for BLS in paediatrics\n\n\n\nExplain the appropriate actions for DRSABCDE\n\n\n\nDiscuss safe and effective use of the automated external defibrillator (AED)\n\n\n\nDescribe the management of a foreign body airway obstruction (FBOA)\n\n\n\n\nLearning objectives for Advanced life support (ALS) \n\n\n\n\nDiscuss the essential skills required to effectively function as part of an emergency response team.\n\n\n\n\n\nOutline the principles of cardiac arrest management\n\n\n\nApply the ANZCOR ALS algorithm to the management of cardiac arrest\n\n\n\nExplain the skills of airway management and manual defibrillation\n\n\n\nIdentify the medications used in cardiac arrest\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\, this is a fee-based course\, and attendees are responsible for covering the cost.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/adult-als-2/
LOCATION:Alfred Health Simulation Centre\, 89 Commercial Rd\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3004
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Health Education Collaborative":MAILTO:info@healthec.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250324T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250324T153000
DTSTAMP:20250203T070653Z
CREATED:20250121T221322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T070653Z
UID:10000167-1742806800-1742830200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Aged Care Outcomes Program (PACOP) Fundamentals 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\nPalliative Aged Care Outcomes Program (PACOP) supports aged care homes (ACHs) to provide optimal palliative & end-of-life care for residents and their families. By embedding a framework of routine assessments to identify increasing palliative and end-of-life needs\, PACOP guides care planning to address these needs using an evidence-based practice and evidence-based responses. \n\n\n\nPACOP has developed a model of care that routinely monitors all residents\, thereby assisting in the early identification of palliative and/or end of life care needs. The model has two components which make up the complete PACOP program: \n\n\n\n1. The Profile Collection – routine\, regular\, sustainable assessments that monitor for any baseline changes in the resident \n\n\n\n2. The Outcomes Collection – residents identified with palliative and/or end of life care needs\, are transitioned to this part of the program where closer monitoring of the residents means rapid response to distress\, symptom management and care planning \n\n\n\nThis workshop provides an overview of the foundational knowledge required to implement the PACOP Profile & Outcomes Collection within your ACH. \n\n\n\nRegistration open from 8:30am for a 9am sharp start. \n\n\n\nOther information \n\n\n\nPACOP is a voluntary program funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care and is available without cost to all ACHs throughout Australia. \n\n\n\nPACOP utilises a Train the Trainer approach to promote ongoing support and sustainability of the program within your ACH. PACOP will provide you with the knowledge and resources you need to support your ACHs whole team to optimise palliative and end-of-life care.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/palliative-aged-care-outcomes-program-pacop-fundamentals-workshop/
LOCATION:399 Little Lonsdale Street Melbourne\, VIC 3000
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250324T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250324T133000
DTSTAMP:20250203T070707Z
CREATED:20250122T050909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T070707Z
UID:10000171-1742817600-1742823000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis C Community of 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\nThis free online training aims to provide participants with the knowledge and confidence to increase the management of HCV in alcohol and other drug settings. \n\n\n\nPeople who inject drugs and experience social and structural inequities such as homelessness are at increased risk of acquiring HCV and are therefore a priority population for HCV models of care. \n\n\n\nHosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program\, this Hepatitis C Community of Practice session is intended to support the alcohol and other drugs workforce with the opportunity to bring case based studies for discussion and mutual learning. This peer learning approach enhances the practice of AOD workers to recognise those who may be living with or at risk of HCV and supporting them onto the care pathway\, particularly if they are disengaged with traditional health care services. Linking attendees with expert knowledge in point of care testing\, prison settings\, nurse led models of care and community facing support services\, the Community of Practice aims to support the elimination of Hepatitis C in Victoria. \n\n\n\nAll practitioners are invited to submit cases for discussion. Presenters will be selected based on the needs of each case so early submission is encouraged. \n\n\n\nWhile this is not a clinical update\, a base level of knowledge of hepatitis C will be assumed in the discussion. You can register for the Clinical Foundations of Hepatitis C course via ASHM On Demand here. \n\n\n\nDate: Monday\, 24 March 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: 12:00pm – 1.30pm \n\n\n\nTopic: Homeless Population and HCV \n\n\n\nPresenters: Jacqui Richmond and others TBC \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify appropriate point of care testing options for people at risk of HCV\n\n\n\nPlan appropriate pathways to care\, from testing to treatment and beyond\n\n\n\nLearn about innovative models of care of service delivery which can be successfully used in marginalised/challenging populations\, including:\n\nincorporation of POC testing\n\n\n\ninitiation of therapy in non-healthcare or outreach settings\n\n\n\nretention in care for challenging populations
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-c-community-of-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250324T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250324T200000
DTSTAMP:20250320T231608Z
CREATED:20250320T231456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T231608Z
UID:10000212-1742842800-1742846400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Women's Health and Endometriosis Webinar
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\nEndometriosis affects 1 in 7 women\, and yet it often goes undiagnosed or misunderstood. \n\n\n\nThis Endometriosis Awareness Month\, we invite you to join an expert-led webinar on Women’s Health & Endometriosis on Monday\, March 24th\, at 7 PM AEST. \n\n\n\nWhy attend? \n\n\n\n\nLearn about prioritising women’s health through career balance and wellness.\n\n\n\nLearn about pelvic pain and endometriosis\, including key symptoms and diagnostic options which can avoid laparoscopic surgery.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the role of pelvic floor physiotherapy in addressing different aspects of pelvic pain\, and managing these accordingly.\n\n\n\nDiscover how diet can play a crucial role in managing endometriosis\, particularly through reducing inflammation and addressing FODMAPs\, which can be linked to the inflammatory component of endometriosis.\n\n\n\nLearn about the importance of care plans to the holistic management of endometriosis in the long term.\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s Health and Endometriosis Awareness webinar delivered by Dr Sneha Wadhwani\, Hannah Top\, Nicole Moore and Demi Tsironis
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/womens-health-and-endometriosis-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Evoca Women's Health":MAILTO:catherine.hocking@forhealth.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250325T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250325T110000
DTSTAMP:20250313T001510Z
CREATED:20250313T001400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T001510Z
UID:10000196-1742891400-1742900400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Workshop 1: St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) CareSynergy - Barriers to Discharge from Specialist Clinics
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\nSt Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) invites GPs to attend 2 workshops (25th March and 27th May 2025) to explore barriers to discharge from specialist clinics and associated interventions to overcome these barriers. \n\n\n\nIn 2024\, they developed resources to facilitate ‘Supported Discharge’ from specialist clinics for patients with chronic Hep B (not on treatment) and those who had undergone bariatric surgery. These resources drew on established guidelines and input from our gastroenterology and bariatric surgery teams to develop handover tools. \n\n\n\nThis work highlighted the broad range of barriers to discharge\, and served as a prompt for St Vincent’s current project ‘Supported Discharge from Specialist Clinics’: A Study of Feasibility and Anticipated Value\, which is funded by Eastern Melbourne PHN’s CareSynergy Program. CareSynergy is aimed at improving integration between hospitals and primary care across the North East Metro. \n\n\n\nThe SVHM CareSynergy project is undertaking stakeholder consultation (including GP workshops) and other research to identify \n\n\n\n– barriers to discharge from clinics\, and \n\n\n\n– resources/interventions/relationships which overcome these barriers \n\n\n\nWe will then develop a model(s) of care which incorporates these adaptations. \n\n\n\nThe project seeks to promote a sense of collaboration between hospitals and primary care\, contribute to the efficient utilisation of specialist clinics and optimise access for additional patients requiring non-GP specialist assessment/care. \n\n\n\nWorkshop Details: \n\n\n\n\nWorkshop 1 – identifying barriers and proposing solutions\n\n8:30 am – 11 am\, Tuesday 25th of March 2025\n\n\n\nSt Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne\, Fitzroy Campus\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop 2 – review of proposed care model(s)\n\n8:30 am – 10:30\, Tuesday 27th of May 2025\n\n\n\nSt Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne\, Fitzroy Campus OR via Microsoft Teams meeting (to be decided)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will be remunerated for your time at a rate of $150/hour (+GST) including 0.5 hours of pre-reading. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested and available to attend\, please reply via rachael.sutherland@svha.org.au or to joint project leads Cath White catherine.white@svha.org.au and Meg Marmo meg.marmo@svha.org.au. for this event.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/workshop-1-st-vincents-hospital-melbourne-svhm-caresynergy-barriers-to-discharge-from-specialist-clinics/
LOCATION:St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne\, Fitzroy Campus\, 41 Victoria Parade\,\, Fitzroy\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner
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