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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241102T080000
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SUMMARY:Evoca National Women’s Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvoca is privileged to have assembled a group of world-class speakers to discuss topics ranging from fertility to perinatal mental health\, menopause\, endometriosis\, and genetics. \n\n\n\nThe conference offers informative seminars\, a panel discussion that will explore complex cases\, and the opportunity to network with like-minded clinicians. Join Evoca Women’s Health for a day of education\, engagement\, and empowerment. \n\n\n\nEvoca looks forward to seeing Evoca clinicians\, ForHealth and external doctors with an interest in Women’s Health at this education event.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/evoca-national-womens-health-conference/
LOCATION:InterContinental Sydney\, 117 Macquarie Street\, Sydney\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Evoca Women's Health":MAILTO:catherine.hocking@forhealth.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241119T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241119T143000
DTSTAMP:20241108T043455Z
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SUMMARY:Empowering Voices: Sexual and Reproductive Health & Young Disabled People 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\nWomen’s Health East warmly invites you to attend their FREE professional development sessions on sexual and reproductive health. This online webinar series aims to increase the capacity and sexual and reproductive health knowledge of health and community workers in Melbourne’s eastern and northern regions. \n\n\n\nThis professional development series consists of two webinars. This is the first webinar of the series. You are welcome to attend one or both webinars. They are designed to complement each other. \n\n\n\nWebinar 1: Empowering Voices: Sexual and Reproductive Health & Young Disabled People November 19th\, 1:00pm – 2:30pmWebinar 2: Beyond Labels: Sexual and Reproductive Health & Women with Disabilities November 28th\, 12pm noon – 1:30pm  \n\n\n\n* Women’s Heatlh East will organise three additional workshops focusing on older women and other priority groups in February and March 2025. Further details will be published soon.Who should attend? \n\n\n\nWomen’s Health East welcome all people who are interested in this topic\, especially health professionals who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the unique considerations when working with women with disabilities on sexual and reproductive health matters. This includes but is not limited to practitioners from disability services\, hospitals\, general practice\, Women’s health services\, local and state government\, and university students \n\n\n\nAccessibility \n\n\n\n\nLive captioned\n\n\n\nYou’ll be welcome to ask questions in the chat\n\n\n\nThere won’t be any mandatory interactive parts\n\n\n\nYou’re welcome to have your camera on or off\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or need any help with registration\, please contact Lingzhi Ruan from Women’s Health East lruan@whe.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/empowering-voices-sexual-and-reproductive-health-young-disabled-people-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241119T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241119T203000
DTSTAMP:20241029T055238Z
CREATED:20241029T055017Z
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SUMMARY:Foundations in palliative care for general 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 webinar will help build palliative care capability in general practice\, enabling participants to better support and manage palliative care patients in the community. They will also learn about local community palliative care providers and the services they offer. \n\n\n\nPalliative care is person- and family-centred treatment\, care and support for people living with a life-limiting illness. Primary care providers play a crucial role in providing this care in the community\, ensuring that people with a life-limiting illness and their families get the support and care needed to live well.  \n\n\n\nThe event will feature a local general practitioner\, detailing experiences providing community palliative care\, as well as outlining the aims\, activities and responsibilities involved with providing palliative care in a general practice setting. Attendees will also hear from three community palliative care providers in Melbourne’s north west\, who will provide an overview of their services. They will discuss how to identify patients for whom palliative care is appropriate and reveal practical tips on supporting patients through advanced care planning. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bios \n\n\n\nDr Haoming Zhou is a geriatrician and palliative medicine physician working across Melbourne through Northern Health and Melbourne City Mission Palliative Care. He has joined the Northern Advance Care Planning team to continue to encourage discussion and understanding to promote person-centred care through shared decision-making. His work at Melbourne City Mission Palliative Care is aimed at improving access to specialist palliative care in residential aged care. He is involved in teaching and supervision and is interested in listening and learning from the stories we all have and share. \n\n\n\nDr Terry Ahern is a semi-retired GP at MyHealth Brunswick. He is passionate about care of the elderly\, aged care\, palliative care and chronic disease management. He is a member of North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network’s Older Adults Expert Advisory Group. As well as seeing elderly and frail patients in practice\, Terry regularly visits them at residential aged care homes and provides palliative care. \n\n\n\nDr. Chien-Che Lin is a palliative medicine specialist consultant at several hospitals and community palliative care services in Victoria\, including Banksia Palliative Care Service. He also works as a general practitioner. Committing to support people with progressive\, incurable disease to live as well as possible with the burden of diseases and dying\, he has continuously dedicated clinical and administrative commitments to improve care in the community. He is actively involved in teaching and supervision of medical students and medical specialist trainees\, aiming to inspire a practice culture of both academic excellence and human compassion across all clinical settings. \n\n\n\nDr Annie Chiu is the head of the palliative care service at Werribee Mercy Hospital and Mercy Palliative Care. She obtained the Palliative Medicine fellowship in 2016 and has worked in inpatient and community palliative care settings since. She has a special interest in non-malignant palliative medicine and leads the hospital’s palliative clinic. The clinic provides symptom management and supportive care to patients with a life-limiting non-cancer illness\, such as end-stage COPD\, heart failure\, or end-stage kidney disease. \n\n\n\nDr Chiu is an honorary lecturer at the University of Notre Dame and is also heavily involved in junior medical officer training and teaching. Like all the speakers present today\, she recognises the pivotal role of primary care providers in patients’ palliative journeys\, and only a strong partnership can lead to good care outcomes.  \n\n\n\nFor more information and to pre-register\, contact Jack.Williams@nwmphn.org.au \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nExplain the key differences between voluntary assisted dying and palliative care.\n\n\n\nExplain the responsibilities involved with managing palliative care patients in general practice and in collaboration with community palliative care services.\n\n\n\nInterpret how community palliative care functions and how community palliative care services interact with GPs\, residential in-reach services and RACHs to support best care for patients at home\n\n\n\nDescribe the eligibility criteria and process for completion of Medical Certification of Cause of Death. \n\n\n\nIdentify the importance of advance care planning and completing goals of care to support patient outcomes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/foundations-in-palliative-care-for-general-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241125T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241125T190000
DTSTAMP:20241106T072352Z
CREATED:20241106T062303Z
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SUMMARY:Building confidence to use the Child Information Sharing Scheme (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 a workshop to help build your confidence to share information using the Child Information Sharing Scheme (CISS). In this interactive session\, best practices will be explored when working with children and navigating difficult conversations with families. The practical application of CISS using relevant case studies that you can apply to your own workplace setting will also be discussed. \n\n\n\nSpeakersSusie Lukas is a Children’s Resource Program consultant and trainer whose expertise is in social work\, infant and child mental health\, family violence and homelessness. Susie will talk about how seeking the views of children can improve a child’s wellbeing and safety. \n\n\n\nMelissa Ryan who is a registered nurse\, registered midwife and maternal child and health nurse. Melissa will share her experience implementing CISS in practice with the use of case studies. \n\n\n\nWhat are the outcomes of the session? \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to confidently hold collaborative\, respectful conversations with children and families where it is safe\, appropriate and reasonable to do so\n\n\n\nUnderstand how to initiate an information sharing request and respond to a request for information using CISS\n\n\n\nLearn the importance of embedding CISS into existing workplace practices\n\n\n\nHave an opportunity to ask questions from our panel of experts\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 is the peak body and professional membership association for all nurses working outside of a hospital setting in Australia. The Improving Child Wellbeing and Safety Outcomes project is supported by the Victorian Government. You do not need to be an APNA member to attend this workshop. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will take place via Zoom on Monday 25 November 5-7:00pm (AEDT): REGISTER HERE. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact project officer Lucy Schmidt at lucy.schmidt@apna.asn.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/building-confidence-to-use-the-child-information-sharing-scheme-ciss/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241128T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241128T133000
DTSTAMP:20241108T043452Z
CREATED:20241108T043237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T043452Z
UID:10000124-1732795200-1732800600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Beyond Labels: Sexual and Reproductive Health & Women with Disabilities 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\nWomen’s Health East warmly invites you to attend our FREE professional development sessions on sexual and reproductive health. This online webinar series aims to increase the capacity and sexual and reproductive health knowledge of health and community workers in Melbourne’s eastern and northern regions. \n\n\n\nThis professional development series consists of two webinars. This is the second webinar of the series. You are welcome to attend one or both webinars. They are designed to complement each other. \n\n\n\nWebinar 1: Empowering Voices: Sexual and Reproductive Health & Young Disabled People November 19th\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Webinar 2: Beyond Labels: Sexual and Reproductive Health & Women with Disabilities November 28th\, 12pm noon – 1:30pm  \n\n\n\n* Women’s Heatlh East will organise three additional workshops focusing on older women and other priority groups in February and March 2025. Further details will be published soon.Who should attend? \n\n\n\nWomen’s Health East welcome all people who are interested in this topic\, especially health professionals who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the unique considerations when working with women with disabilities on sexual and reproductive health matters. This includes but is not limited to practitioners from disability services\, hospitals\, general practice\, Women’s health services\, local and state government\, and university students. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or need any help with registration\, please contact Lingzhi Ruan from Women’s Health East lruan@whe.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/beyond-labels-sexual-and-reproductive-health-women-with-disabilities-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241202T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241202T200000
DTSTAMP:20241126T073658Z
CREATED:20241126T041817Z
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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
CREATED:20241108T044903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T045102Z
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
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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: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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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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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: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:20250319T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T090000
DTSTAMP:20250211T024452Z
CREATED:20250211T023703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T024452Z
UID:10000182-1742369400-1742374800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Evidence-Based Deprescribing of Psychotropic Medications
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\nEMPHN invites General Practitioners to an exclusive in-person event featuring Dr Mark Horowitz\, a leading authority on deprescribing psychotropic medications. \n\n\n\nDr Horowitz will share evidence-based insights from the Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines\, focusing on: \n\n\n\n\nA structured framework for the safe and effective deprescribing of medications\, including antidepressants and benzodiazepines.\n\n\n\nPractical strategies to support patients during tapering.\n\n\n\nEnsuring safe and effective deprescribing practices.\n\n\n\n\nFollowed by a panel discussion which will provide valuable insights into consumer and clinical issues around deprescribing. The panel will explore what best-practice clinical support could look like. \n\n\n\nSupported by Reconnexion\, this event offers a invaluable opportunity to deepen your understanding of deprescribing practices and learn how to implement these guidelines in your clinical practice. \n\n\n\nEvent suitable for General Practitioners and Health Professionals.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/evidence-based-deprescribing-of-psychotropic-medications/
LOCATION:The Mercure Doncaster\, 6 Tower Street\, Doncaster Victoria\, 3108
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T153000
DTSTAMP:20250303T042534Z
CREATED:20250303T042531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T042534Z
UID:10000189-1742394600-1742398200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:My Health Record and General Practice Aged Care Incentive
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 information session for Residential Aged Care Home staff \n\n\n\nAttendees will gain insights into how these programs enhance care coordination\, improve access to essential health information\, and support better health outcomes for aged care residents. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\n\n\n\nMy Health Record overview\n\n\n\nAccessing My Health Record\n\n\n\nSecurity and Participation obligations for use of the My Health Record\n\n\n\nUnderstand the MyMedicare and General Practice in Aged Care Incentive\n\n\n\nLearn the benefits of these programs for residents and Aged Care Providers\n\n\n\nUnderstand what RACHs can do to support residents\n\n\n\n\nMy Health Record Benefits for Residential Aged Care Teams \n\n\n\n\nImproved access to medication history\n\n\n\nGreater understanding and visibility between healthcare professionals involved in patient health and care.\n\n\n\nEnhanced community of care for patients and enhanced capacity to better coordinate care and provide support for patients and their carers\n\n\n\n\nMyMedicare is a new voluntary patient registration model. It aims to formalise the relationship between patients\, their general practice\, general practitioner (GP) and primary care teams. Evidence shows that seeing the same GP and healthcare team regularly leads to better health outcomes. \n\n\n\nThe General Practice in Aged Care Incentive (GPACI) will make it easier for older people living in residential aged care homes to receive regular visits and care planning services from their responsible GP and practice. \n\n\n\nDisclaimer: Contact details and evaluation responses from participants are collected and shared with the contributing PHNs to provide presentation materials\, invite feedback\, and deliver post-event support. Deidentified attendance details and evaluation responses will be shared with the Australian Digital Health Agency. \n\n\n\nAudience \n\n\n\nHCPS\, Primary Care Health Care and Aged Care workers. \n\n\n\nThis event is in partnership with Victorian-Tasmanian Primary Health Network Alliance (VTPHNA)
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/my-health-record-and-general-practice-aged-care-incentive/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.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:20250329T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250329T163000
DTSTAMP:20241216T224714Z
CREATED:20241216T033720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T224714Z
UID:10000141-1743237000-1743265800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:National Health Education and Training in Simulation
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\nNational Health Education and Training (NHET) it is a nationwide training program for healthcare professionals and their educators.This is a Monash University developed and certifificated program.  \n\n\n\nThis is a unique opportunity to not only have this course available to general practice primary care staff but also being delivered in a centre of excellence as part of our course collaboration with Alfred Health Simulation Centre and Monash University. \n\n\n\nModule S9: Debriefing in simulation Enhance your impact as a simulation educator by refining your debriefing practices in this dynamic module. Building on insights from the NHET-Sim Module C2: Being a Simulation Educator\, this course dives deeper into the factors that foster effective debriefing. But effective debriefing isn’t just about techniques\, it’s about aligning your approach with your core values as an educator. This module is more than a training session – it’s an opportunity to explore\, connect\, and grow alongside a community of passionate educators. Discover new strategies to fine your approach and set goals for growth in transformative learning in every simulation session! \n\n\n\nModule S10: Developing scenarios Scenarios are the backbone of effective simulation-based education\, requiring thoughtful design to align with learning outcomes and maximize impact. This module delves into the art and science of scenario development\, offering practical guidance to craft scenarios that truly support learner success. This module explores the core elements of scenario design and their role in achieving the desired education goals. Through collaborative discussions\, you’ll explore the factors that enable and constrain scenario creation with a network of peers and exports. Whether you’re designing your first scenario or refining advanced ones\, this module equips you with the tools and insights to create engaging\, effective simulations that elevate learning outcomes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/national-health-education-and-training-in-simulation/
LOCATION:Alfred Health Simulation Centre\, Level 4/89 Commercial Rd\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3004\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Health Education Collaborative":MAILTO:info@healthec.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250429T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250429T140000
DTSTAMP:20250414T020824Z
CREATED:20250414T020821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T020824Z
UID:10000244-1745931600-1745935200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Child Information Sharing Scheme (CISS): The future direction for child wellbeing and safety
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 a workshop on the Child Information Sharing Scheme (CISS)\, progress and impacts in supporting and protecting child wellbeing and safety. In this session\, you will hear from Stuart Cardell\, Director\, Victorian Child Information Sharing Division\, Department of Education. Stuart will discuss progress and impacts in supporting and protecting child wellbeing and safety. You will also hear from Robyn Byron from the Centre for Mental Health Learning (CMHL) Victoria on the importance of cross-sector sharing to support child wellbeing. \n\n\n\nWhat are the outcomes of the session? \n\n\n\n\nLearn about the impact of CISS over the last 3 years including how the scheme has:\n\nImproved the early identification of risk to children’s safety and wellbeing\n\n\n\nIncreased collaboration between services that support children and families\n\n\n\nPromoted earlier and more effective intervention and integrated service provision \n\n\n\nImproved outcomes for children and families\n\n\n\n\n\nDevelop a better understanding of the scheme following the 5 year review\n\n\n\nHear about new resources to support you in using CISS.\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’s Improving Child Wellbeing and Safety Outcomes project is supported by the Victorian Government under the Child Information Sharing Capacity Building Grants Program. \n\n\n\nNeed to refresh your CISS knowledge before the session? Click here for more information and links to the free online training Child Information Sharing Scheme (apna.asn.au).
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/child-information-sharing-scheme-ciss-the-future-direction-for-child-wellbeing-and-safety/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250512T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250512T133000
DTSTAMP:20250313T034647Z
CREATED:20250313T004755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T034647Z
UID:10000202-1747051200-1747056600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis C Community of Practice Working with Homeless Populations
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\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.  \n\n\n\nThis 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.  \n\n\n\nLinking 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.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-c-community-of-practice-working-with-homeless-populations/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250513T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250513T200000
DTSTAMP:20250509T020700Z
CREATED:20250321T053218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T020700Z
UID:10000214-1747161000-1747166400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Eating disorders: The Victorian context\, your role\, and tools to support you
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\nNational Eating Disorders Collaboration (NEDC) and Eating Disorders Victoria (EDV) invite you to join an engaging webinar on eating disorders. \n\n\n\nDuring the webinar\, attendees will hear from the NEDC and EDV teams about: \n\n\n\n\nThe context for eating disorders in Victoria\, including the stepped system of care\, Victorian Eating Disorders Strategy\, and the National Eating Disorders Strategy\n\n\n\nThe role of GPs and PHNs in preventing\, identifying\, responding and providing treatment for people experiencing eating disorders\n\n\n\nThe core principles of treatment for eating disorders\n\n\n\nReferral pathways within Victoria\, including updates on new initiatives and programs\n\n\n\nServices and supports available through Eating Disorders Victoria\n\n\n\nTraining\, tools and resources to support you in your role\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will also hear from a person with lived experience of an eating disorder about their experience of primary care during their recovery journey. \n\n\n\nThe webinar is for GPs\, nurses\, practice nurses\, and other health professionals involved in the response to and care of people at risk of\, or experiencing eating disorders. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will be accredited by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) as an RACGP-approved CPD activity under the RACGP CPD Program. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is provided in partnership with Murray PHN\, Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Gippsland PHN\, South Eastern PHN\, and North Western PHN.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/eating-disorders-the-victorian-context-your-role-and-tools-to-support-you/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250520T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250522T133000
DTSTAMP:20250521T084442Z
CREATED:20250313T005226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T084442Z
UID:10000203-1747733400-1747920600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis B for Nurses and Midwives
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\nHosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program\, this course will be presented as a mix of self-paced and live facilitated learning\, providing attendees an opportunity to discuss and practice strategies with peers and specialists.  \n\n\n\nThe course will provide Nursing and Midwifery Professionals with advanced practical skills and knowledge in hepatitis B nursing. \n\n\n\nThe course includes presentations and case discussions that introduce the epidemiology and natural history of hepatitis B; vaccination; testing; fibrosis assessment; advanced liver disease; stigma and discrimination and the cultural context of hepatitis B nursing and midwifery. \n\n\n\nThis is comprised of: \n\n\n\n\nOnline Learning Modules\n\n\n\nVideo Modules\n\n\n\nTwo 4-hour interactive webinars via Zoom\n\n\n\n\nDate and time: \n\n\n\nPart 1 of 2: Tuesday 20 May 2025\, 9:30am- 1:30pm AEDT \n\n\n\nPart 2 of 2: Thursday 22 May 2025\, 9:30am- 1:30pm AEDT
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-b-for-nurses-and-midwives/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="VHHITAL":MAILTO:vhhital@nwmphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250526T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250526T163000
DTSTAMP:20250415T041659Z
CREATED:20250407T031329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T041659Z
UID:10000230-1748250000-1748277000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Managing Wellbeing and Recognising Vicarious Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis training program explores the nature\, dynamics and risks of vicarious trauma and supports you to stay healthy and safe in your work. This training\, informed by current research\, will provide you with the knowledge\, skills and tools to better recognise the early signs of various stress outcomes. It offers a range of organisational\, interpersonal and personal strategies to address the risks of Vicarious Trauma and its impacts\, and foster possibilities for post-traumatic growth and vicarious resilience. By participating in this professional development training\, learners will: Define Vicarious Trauma and distinguish from other stress outcomes\, identify risk factors Understand vicarious resilience\, empathy and compassion Discuss the role of organisations\, trauma-informed supervision and self-care in managing vicarious trauma  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWho should attend? \n\n\n\nIt is appropriate for all workers who work with trauma clients and/or are exposed to traumatic material such as people’s trauma stories\, reports with trauma content\, reading material\, legal reports\, compensation claims\, visual trauma material and media content.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/managing-wellbeing-and-recognising-vicarious-trauma/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250527T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250527T160000
DTSTAMP:20250521T084344Z
CREATED:20250428T053307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T084344Z
UID:10000257-1748340000-1748361600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Pathways to Thriving Conference - Day 3: People who work with or provide services for children or young people
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 Pathways to Thriving Conference is an initiative by Transcend Australia\, designed to provide insights\, education\, and community support for transgender\, gender-diverse\, and non-binary (TGDNB) children\, their families\, and the broader community. The conference features keynote addresses\, panel discussions\, workshops\, and networking opportunities over three days. \n\n\n\nThe conference is open to: \n\n\n\n\nParents and caregivers of TGDNB children\n\n\n\nAnyone who works with young people like youth workers\, nurses and educators\n\n\n\nCommunity advocates and allies\n\n\n\nTGDNB individuals and their families\n\n\n\nAnyone interested in learning more about supporting TGDNB children and young people\n\n\n\n\nPlease note:Day 1: is best for TGDNB young people between 12 and 18 years old.Day 2: is best for parents and carers of TGDNB children and young people.Day 3: is best for those who work with TGDNB young people. \n\n\n\nDay 3: The program has been designed for participants to dip in and out of the day\, without making a big scene\, and making it fit with your work schedule. Delivered both online and in-person\, this day is designed for people who work with or provide services for children or young people. It showcases leading Australian experts\, people with lived experience and practical sessions on working with families and providing age appropriate\, safe\, gender affirming care. \n\n\n\nAbout Transcend Australia\n\n\n\nTranscend Australia is a not-for-profit\, community-led organisation that provides vital programs\, evidence-based resources\, advocacy and support services for families\, parents\, and caregivers of trans\, non-binary and gender diverse young people and children. \n\n\n\nAbout Pathways to Thriving\n\n\n\nHosted by Transcend Australia\, the 2025 Pathways to Thriving Conference is Australia’s first ever event dedicated to parents\, carers\, and service providers supporting trans\, non-binary\, and gender diverse children and young people. Held over three days in Canva’s lively Collingwood studios\, this is an unmissable opportunity.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/pathways-to-thriving-conference-day-3-people-who-work-with-or-provide-services-for-children-or-young-people/
LOCATION:30 Rupert St\, Collingwood VIC 3066\, 30 Rupert Street\, Collingwood\, VIC\, 3066
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional,Pharmacy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250603T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250603T203000
DTSTAMP:20250519T044617Z
CREATED:20250519T044613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T044617Z
UID:10000282-1748977200-1748982600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Adult Allergy & Immunology
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 Adult Allergy & Immunology specialist Dr Sara Barnes will present on the management of allergic rhinitis\, asthma and anaphylaxis.  \n\n\n\nThe GP Education webinar series is designed to support GPs with practical\, evidence-based updates across a range of clinical areas. Delivered by Monash Health specialists\, each session focuses on a topic of interest in general practice\, offering clear\, case-based guidance to support diagnosis\, management and referral decisions. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to refresh your knowledge\, stay current with best-practice\, or gain insight into local referral pathways\, this series is designed to be relevant\, concise and directly applicable to your work in primary care.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/adult-allergy-immunology/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional,Pharmacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250624T080000
DTSTAMP:20250430T043440Z
CREATED:20250430T043437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T043440Z
UID:10000261-1749582000-1750752000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:MPA/MIA Melanoma Community Webinar Series
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\nHosted by Melanoma Patients Australia (MPA) and Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA)\, each free session features expert insights from MIA specialists alongside lived experience shared by MPA community members. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging series of live webinars designed for people living with melanoma and their carers. \n\n\n\nDates: Tuesday evenings from 10 – 24 June 2025 \n\n\n\nTopics include:• Genetic testing for melanoma (Tuesday 10 June)• Understanding melanoma drug therapy and the new era of neoadjuvant treatment (Tuesday 17 June)• A deep dive into sunscreen and sun protection (Tuesday 24 June) \n\n\n\nDates: Tuesday evenings from 10 – 24 June 2025 \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging series of live webinars designed for people living with melanoma and their carers. \n\n\n\nFor any queries\, please contact: education@melanoma.org.auPhone: 02 9911 7369
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/mpa-mia-melanoma-community-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Melanoma Institute Australia":MAILTO:education@melanoma.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T194500
DTSTAMP:20250519T043957Z
CREATED:20250519T043826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T043957Z
UID:10000281-1750271400-1750275900@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Statewide Victorian PHN Immunisation Forum 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\nThe Victorian Primary Health Networks are pleased to invite you to the 2025 Statewide Victoria PHN Immunisation Forum. \n\n\n\nSpeakers to include presenters from the Immunisation Program at the Victorian Department of Health. \n\n\n\nTopics include: \n\n\n\nVictorian Department of Health updates: \n\n\n\n\nNational Immunisation Program and catch-up vaccination\n\n\n\nAdolescent vaccination\n\n\n\nRespiratory Syncytial Virus Mother and Infant Protection Program (RSV-MIPP)\n\n\n\nMpox\, Japanese encephalitis virus\n\n\n\nMeasles state-funded immunisation program and public health response\n\n\n\n\n\nVaccine cold chain management – Identifying and reporting a cold chain breach\n\n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify updates to the National and Victorian Immunisation Programs.\n\n\n\nDescribe identification and reporting requirements for a cold chain breach Audience: Nurse practitioners\, nurses\, general practitioners\, pharmacists\, practice managers and other health professionals.\n\n\n\n\nAudience: Nurse practitioners\, nurses\, general practitioners\, pharmacists\, practice managers and other health professionals.  \n\n\n\nThis event is conducted by the Victorian PHNs – Eastern Melbourne\, Gippsland\, Murray\, North Western Melbourne\, South Eastern Melbourne and Western Victoria. \n\n\n\nBy registering for this event\, you acknowledge that registrant details\, attendance and evaluation data will be shared with the participating PHNs for the purpose of planning\, conducting and evaluating the webinar.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/statewide-victorian-phn-immunisation-forum-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Pharmacy,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250624T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250624T153000
DTSTAMP:20250526T063026Z
CREATED:20250526T025416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T063026Z
UID:10000293-1750775400-1750779000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Advance Care Planning and My Health Record
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 information session for Residential Aged Care Home staff. \n\n\n\nAttendees will gain insights from guest speakers into how advance care planning supports quality end-of-life care and how My Health Record can be effectively used to document and access this information. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe the importance of advance care planning and how this plays an important role in promoting quality care at the end-of-life.\n\n\n\nDescribe the importance of how to develop effective communication skills to engage in meaningful conversations with residents and their families about advance care planning.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the advance care planning documentation and how to document advance care planning conversations in My Health Record.\n\n\n\nGain a better understanding of My Health Record and how it can help in Residential Aged Care Homes in delivering quality patient care.\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nKylie Ash – Education Coordinator\, Advance Care Planning Australia \n\n\n\nSara Rupenovic – General Manager Residential Care\, Tabulam and Templer Homes for the Aged \n\n\n\n\nView event flyerDownload
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/advanced-care-planning-and-my-health-record/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250711T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250713T170000
DTSTAMP:20250616T014659Z
CREATED:20250616T014657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T014659Z
UID:10000316-1752220800-1752426000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GPCE 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\nVictoria’s leading event for primary healthcare professionals \n\n\n\nGPCE Melbourne is widely recognised as one of the most important educational events on the general practice calendar and is where healthcare professionals come to discover the latest medical innovations\, learn about novel approaches to care through accredited CPD education and interact with industry leaders and peers. \n\n\n\nThe GPCE welcomes all healthcare professionals working in or with an interest in primary care including GPs\, Nurses\, Practice Managers\, Registrars and Allied Health Professionals. \n\n\n\nGPCE Melbourne is returning to the MCEC on 11ᵗʰ – 13ᵗʰ July 2025\, where you will have the opportunity to unlock up to 43 CPD hours across all three CPD activity types (19 on-site hours and 24 hours of pre and post online learning).
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/gpce-melbourne/
LOCATION:Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 1 Convention Centre Place\, South Wharf\, VIC\, 3006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="GPCE Melbourne":MAILTO:info@gpce.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T140000
DTSTAMP:20250617T040405Z
CREATED:20250617T040402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T040405Z
UID:10000317-1753189200-1753192800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Changes to Chronic Disease Management MBS Items 2025 Webinar #3
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 ready for the upcoming Chronic Disease Management (CDM) MBS changes? \n\n\n\nCDM PLUS are inviting you to an upcoming webinar to discuss these changes. \n\n\n\nMake sure you’re ready by joining the FREE 1-hour webinar where CDM PLUS will cover: \n\n\n\n\nPractical tips to integrate these changes smoothly into your practice.\n\n\n\nKey changes in Chronic Disease Management.\n\n\n\nHow these updates will impact your processes in primary care.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/changes-to-chronic-disease-management-mbs-items-2025-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250724T120000
DTSTAMP:20250613T023555Z
CREATED:20250612T050408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T023555Z
UID:10000314-1753351200-1753358400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Driving Quality Outcomes and Enhanced Patient Experience – Improving Healthcare Together
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\nAs healthcare leaders\, delivering excellent\, safe patient care consistently is at the heart of our mission. The patient experience is a crucial component of high-quality care and is shaped by every interaction\, the effectiveness of our systems and processes\, and the physical environment.This practical workshop is designed to support you as a leader to:• Build trust and improve the experience for patients and their carers• Create an environment that is a better place to provide and receive care• Enhance the quality and safety of patient care• Implement strategies to embed National Standards effectively• Reduce complaints and ensure a consistent patient experienceThis engaging session includes live discussions\, practical tools to strengthen your leadership\, and offers two CDP points. A group discount is available for organisations registering three or more participants – simply use the coupon code ‘syls35’ at checkout.This session will be facilitated by Matthew Brice. Matthew has a clinical background.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/driving-quality-outcomes-and-enhanced-patient-experience-improving-healthcare-together/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Studer Group Australasia":MAILTO:events@studergroup.com.au
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