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SUMMARY:Online Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) 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\nEastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) runs training sessions on the IAR-DST for GPs\, general practice staff\, clinicians and other mental health service providers. \n\n\n\nThe training consists of a two-hour workshop delivered online with a focus on: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the IAR-DST\n\n\n\nOrientation to the domains\, levels of care and decision support tool\n\n\n\nClinical judgement and supported decision-making\n\n\n\nApplication of the tool in assessment and intake settings (practical activity using a scenario)\n\n\n\n\nThe training is an RACGP CPD Approved Activity for the 2023–2026 triennium. \n\n\n\nEligible GPs who complete the training can claim a once-off payment of $300 (excluding GST).Write a description for this event
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250122T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250122T170000
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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
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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:20250130T120000
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UID:10000140-1738238400-1738245600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Online Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) 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\nEastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) runs training sessions on the IAR-DST for GPs\, general practice staff\, clinicians and other mental health service providers. \n\n\n\nThe training consists of a two-hour workshop delivered online with a focus on: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the IAR-DST\n\n\n\nOrientation to the domains\, levels of care and decision support tool\n\n\n\nClinical judgement and supported decision-making\n\n\n\nApplication of the tool in assessment and intake settings (practical activity using a scenario)\n\n\n\n\nThe training is an RACGP CPD Approved Activity for the 2023–2026 triennium. \n\n\n\nEligible GPs who complete the training can claim a once-off payment of $300 (excluding GST).Write a description for this event
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-4/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250203T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250203T203000
DTSTAMP:20250106T021446Z
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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
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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:20250205T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250205T200000
DTSTAMP:20250115T000155Z
CREATED:20250115T000153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T000155Z
UID:10000157-1738778400-1738785600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Online Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) 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\nEastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) runs training sessions on the IAR-DST for GPs\, general practice staff\, clinicians and other mental health service providers. \n\n\n\nThe training consists of a two-hour workshop delivered online with a focus on: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the IAR-DST\n\n\n\nOrientation to the domains\, levels of care and decision support tool\n\n\n\nClinical judgement and supported decision-making\n\n\n\nApplication of the tool in assessment and intake settings (practical activity using a scenario)\n\n\n\n\nThe training is an RACGP CPD Approved Activity for the 2023–2026 triennium. \n\n\n\nEligible GPs who complete the training can claim a once-off payment of $300 (excluding GST).Write a description for this event
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-feb5/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250206T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250206T194500
DTSTAMP:20250123T005719Z
CREATED:20250117T022846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T005719Z
UID:10000160-1738866600-1738871100@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Working Together - Enhancing Palliative Care in 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\nJoin this practical session to strengthen your palliative care approach in the community. \n\n\n\nDesigned for GPs\, Practice Nurses\, and Practice Managers\, this webinar will help build palliative care capacity and improve patient support in general practice and residential aged care homes (RACHs). \n\n\n\nLocal palliative care experts will cover practical information across: \n\n\n\n\nSupporting multicultural shared decision-making in palliative care\n\n\n\nAdvance care planning\n\n\n\nLocalised models of care\n\n\n\nSuccessful palliative care case studies\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and collaborate with palliative care providers to enhance care for your patients. \n\n\n\nGuest Speakers \n\n\n\n\nEastern Palliative Care\, Dr Chien Lin & Dr Katie Tham\n\n\n\nEastern Health Advance Care Planning Team\, Sam Brean & Kelly Habjan\n\n\n\nVictorian Palliative Care Advice Service\, Esther McMillian-Drendel\n\n\n\nCamberwell Road Medical Practice\, Dr Malcolm Clark
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/working-together-enhancing-palliative-care-in-general-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250210T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250210T140000
DTSTAMP:20250115T000342Z
CREATED:20250115T000339Z
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UID:10000158-1739188800-1739196000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Online Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) 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\nEastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) runs training sessions on the IAR-DST for GPs\, general practice staff\, clinicians and other mental health service providers. \n\n\n\nThe training consists of a two-hour workshop delivered online with a focus on: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the IAR-DST\n\n\n\nOrientation to the domains\, levels of care and decision support tool\n\n\n\nClinical judgement and supported decision-making\n\n\n\nApplication of the tool in assessment and intake settings (practical activity using a scenario)\n\n\n\n\nThe training is an RACGP CPD Approved Activity for the 2023–2026 triennium. \n\n\n\nEligible GPs who complete the training can claim a once-off payment of $300 (excluding GST).Write a description for this event
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-feb10/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T203000
DTSTAMP:20250129T033742Z
CREATED:20250117T032451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T033742Z
UID:10000164-1739385000-1739392200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Community of Practice for Palliative Care in 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\nJoin Our Community of Practice for Palliative Care in General Practice! \n\n\n\nThe Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) is excited to invite passionate general practitioners (GPs) and GPs in training to join our Community of Practice for Palliative Care in General Practice. \n\n\n\nPartnering with the Eastern Metropolitan Region Palliative Care Consortium (EMRPCC) and Eastern Palliative Care\, this initiative aims to elevate best practices and enhance palliative care capabilities within our community. \n\n\n\nThis session will focus on palliative care in RACH\, including role of palliative care for those living with dementia. The presentation will be delivered by Dr Aaron Wong\, the clinical director of the palliative care service at Eastern Health. Dr. Wong is also a dual trained geriatrician and palliative care physician. \n\n\n\nSession summary:                                                                                                         In Australia\, more than half of permanent residents in aged care facilities are living with dementia. A significant proportion of these residents have unmet palliative care needs and often experience inadequate pain control\, fewer palliative care intervention and increased hospital admissions which may be burdensome and distressing. These facilities face multifaceted challenges in managing advanced dementia\, including limitations in staffing capacity and confidence\, complexity in clinical need\, care fragmentation and barriers to accessing palliative care. Effective and timely palliative care is essential in avoiding unwanted and distressing hospital admissions\, supporting preference-based care and improving quality of life. Given that GPs provide the majority of the medical care for this large and increasing group of people\, GP education and support for delivery of palliative care is essential in reducing this unmet need. This presentation will explore the principles\, challenges and support options including novel models of care for optimising the delivery of palliative care for residents living with dementia. \n\n\n\nGet Involved:Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a dynamic and supportive community focused on improving palliative care. Join us in making a meaningful impact in palliative care within our region. Please note this is a RACGP CPD accredited activity. \n\n\n\nExpress your interest via this link here.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/community-of-practice-for-palliative-care-in-general-practice-4/
LOCATION:Level 1\, Building 2/630 Mitcham Road\, Mitcham Victoria 3132
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250220T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250220T123000
DTSTAMP:20250203T225255Z
CREATED:20250108T230739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T225255Z
UID:10000147-1740052800-1740054600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:EMPHN New Practice Report and MBS Opportunity Report
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging session\, where we’ll take a closer look at the new EMPHN Practice Report Version 3 and introduce the new\, one-page EMPHN MBS Opportunity Report. \n\n\n\nLearn how to interpret your data and navigate key sections in the new reports\, including: \n\n\n\n\nPatient Demographics\n\n\n\nData Quality\n\n\n\nQuality Improvement Measures\n\n\n\nDiagnosis and Prevalence\n\n\n\nPatients at Risk of Hospitalisation\n\n\n\nMy Medicare Registrations and My Health Record Shared Health Summary uploads\n\n\n\nEMPHN MBS Opportunity Report
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/emphn-new-practice-report-and-mbs-opportunity-report/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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:20250221T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250221T160000
DTSTAMP:20250120T053715Z
CREATED:20250120T053713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T053715Z
UID:10000165-1740146400-1740153600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Online Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) 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\nEastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) runs training sessions on the IAR-DST for GPs\, general practice staff\, clinicians and other mental health service providers. \n\n\n\nThe training consists of a two-hour workshop delivered online with a focus on: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the IAR-DST\n\n\n\nOrientation to the domains\, levels of care and decision support tool\n\n\n\nClinical judgement and supported decision-making\n\n\n\nApplication of the tool in assessment and intake settings (practical activity using a scenario)\n\n\n\n\nThe training is an RACGP CPD Approved Activity for the 2023–2026 triennium. \n\n\n\nEligible GPs who complete the training can claim a once-off payment of $300 (excluding GST).Write a description for this event
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-5/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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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:20250313T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T113000
DTSTAMP:20250210T054942Z
CREATED:20250210T054940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T054942Z
UID:10000180-1741858200-1741865400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Online Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) 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\nEastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) runs training sessions on the IAR-DST for GPs\, general practice staff\, clinicians and other mental health service providers. \n\n\n\nThe training consists of a two-hour workshop delivered online with a focus on: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to the IAR-DST\n\n\n\nOrientation to the domains\, levels of care and decision support tool\n\n\n\nClinical judgement and supported decision-making\n\n\n\nApplication of the tool in assessment and intake settings (practical activity using a scenario)\n\n\n\n\nThe training is an RACGP CPD Approved Activity for the 2023–2026 triennium. \n\n\n\nEligible GPs who complete the training can claim a once-off payment of $300 (excluding GST).Write a description for this event
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-march13/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
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: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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