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SUMMARY:NCIRS webinar
DESCRIPTION:What’s new in pneumococcal vaccination for infants\, children and adolescents\n\n\n\n\n\nDate\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\nOn 1 September 2025\, changes to the National Immunisation Program (NIP) schedule for pneumococcal vaccination in infants\, children and adolescents came into effect. \n\n\n\nThis webinar – designed for immunisation providers\, public health professionals and clinical stakeholders – will explore the rationale behind the program review\, provide a detailed clinical update on the changes and offer practical guidance for implementing the new recommendations. \n\n\n\nParticipants will gain insights into: \n\n\n\n\nDisease epidemiology: A review of pneumococcal disease\, its burden and outcomes in children and impact from vaccination programs.\n\n\n\nNew vaccines: An overview of higher-valency pneumococcal conjugate vaccines\, including the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (20vPCV).\n\n\n\nProgram changes: An outline of key updates to vaccine schedules\, including:\n\nreplacement of 13vPCV with 20vPCV as the NIP-funded vaccine for children\n\n\n\nexpansion of the 4-dose PCV schedule to include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children across all states and territories\n\n\n\nremoval of 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (23vPPV) for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and children and adolescents with specified medical risk conditions.\n\n\n\n\n\nClinical guidance: Practice points for assessing eligibility\, administering vaccines\, ensuring schedule completion and transitional arrangements.\n\n\n\nCase scenarios: Real-world examples to support clinical decision-making for at-risk children and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations.\n\n\n\nAdult program review: An overview of current program status and anticipated directions for future updates.\n\n\n\n\nThis session will equip healthcare providers with the knowledge and tools to confidently navigate the transition to 20vPCV\, support families and ensure high-quality immunisation delivery under the updated schedule. \n\n\n\nAn interactive Q&A discussion will follow the presentations. Recordings of the webinar will be made available on the NCIRS website in the days following the session.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/ncirs-webinar-25-sept-25/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional,Pharmacy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250924T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250924T133000
DTSTAMP:20250704T051653Z
CREATED:20250704T032311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T051653Z
UID:10000333-1758717000-1758720600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Become a high performing Practice Manager: Risk and Quality Improvement
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 Tania Worroll for valuable insights and practical guidance on how to take charge and lead a high-performing general practice. \n\n\n\nThis webinar series is designed to equip both emerging and experienced practice managers and practice owners with essential tools\, insights and skills to support your professional growth and enable success in today’s ever-changing primary care landscape. \n\n\n\nPresenter:Tania WorrollPractice Manager | AGPAL Surveyor | Trainer/Assessor – UNE Partnerships in Medical Reception and Practice Management courses. \n\n\n\nWhat the series offers: \n\n\n\n\nEach webinar aligns with relevant accreditation standards\n\n\n\nYou will gain real-world\, actionable skills you can apply immediately\n\n\n\nYou will build a tailored practice improvement plan\n\n\n\n\nWebinar series topics and dates \n\n\n\n\nTopic 1: Planning and Operations ManagementLearn how to build a solid foundation for your business with smart\, strategic frameworks. 30 July 2025. Register here.\n\n\n\nTopic 2: Human Resource ManagementDiscover how to attract\, develop and retain the right team to power your success. 27 August 2025. Register here.\n\n\n\nTopic 3: Risk and Quality ImprovementCreate a culture of safety and excellence with practical tools that improve everyday operations. 24 September 2025. Register here.\n\n\n\nTopic 4: Customer Service and LeadershipBuild the leadership mindset and service strategies needed to deliver an exceptional patient experience. 15 October 2025. Register here.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re stepping into a management role or refining your leadership approach\, this webinar series is your launchpad. Start strong\, lead smart and set yourself up for success. \n\n\n\nThis webinar series is hosted by Eastern Melbourne PHN in collaboration with Tania Worroll and TROPHI (trophi.org.au). \n\n\n\nDisclaimer: In registering for this event\, you acknowledge that attendee details and event evaluation data will be shared with the collaborating partners.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/become-a-high-performing-practice-manager-planning-and-operations-management-24sept25/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T150000
DTSTAMP:20250814T072809Z
CREATED:20250812T035331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T072809Z
UID:10000369-1758632400-1758639600@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.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-13/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T130000
DTSTAMP:20250916T010943Z
CREATED:20250904T040839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T010943Z
UID:10000397-1758628800-1758632400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Using AI technology/AI Scribe in a general practice\, RACGP & Medical Director 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\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWith Artificial Intelligence (AI) becoming more prevalent every day\, this webinar acts as an introduction to AI in the General Practice setting.  \n\n\n\nOur guest speakers from RACGP and Medical Director will discuss their position on incorporating AI into General Practice\, what considerations a general practice should make before and after implementing AI in their practice and some of the AI options currently available for Medical Director.  \n\n\n\nA short Q&A session will then follow at the end of the presentations for attendees ask AI-related questions.   \n\n\n\nJoin this VTPHNA series\, as we discuss using AI technology/AI scribe with RACGP and Medical Director\, covering the following: \n\n\n\nRACGP \n\n\n\n\nRACGP’s Position on the topic of AI\n\n\n\nWhat is AI\n\n\n\nConsiderations\n\n\n\nPolicies & Procedures\n\n\n\n\nMedical Director \n\n\n\n\nGetting started\n\n\n\nSolutions available\n\n\n\nFeatures and benefits
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/using-ai-technology-ai-scribe-in-a-general-practice-webinar-racgp-medical-director-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T120000
DTSTAMP:20250828T003747Z
CREATED:20250828T003745Z
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UID:10000389-1758621600-1758628800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National 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\nJoin us for training in the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) for Mental Healthcare. \n\n\n\nThe National IAR Guidance and IAR-DST has been developed by the Australian Department of Health and is being rolled out nationally. Further information can be found in the IAR Snapshot. \n\n\n\nTarget audience: Practising GPs and allied health professionals. \n\n\n\nAccreditation:RACGP: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.ACCRM: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes are: \n\n\n\n\nSummarise the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.\n\n\n\nSummarise the IAR development process.\n\n\n\nExplain the use of IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.\n\n\n\nList the levels of care in relation to available regional services\n\n\n\nIdentify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\n\nPresenter – The workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \n\n\n\nBy registering you acknowledge we will be utilising the meetings function in the Zoom platform.  Please click here to view the ZOOM Privacy Policy.  \n\n\n\nYou give consent to Central and Eastern Sydney to share your details with your home PHN for the purpose of certification\, and remuneration (for GPs & GP registrars).
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/iar-dst-national-training-11/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,National training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20250624T025356Z
CREATED:20250624T025353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T025356Z
UID:10000325-1758220200-1758225600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Cold chain: principles and 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 webinar for essential cold chain management insights. Learn the principles of cold chain monitoring (“Strive for 5”)\, how to detect and manage breaches\, best practice guidelines\, and the responsibilities of the vaccine coordinator as per RACGP standards and Victorian Government guidelines. \n\n\n\nThis education session supports general practices preparing for RACGP accreditation by providing a clear understanding of cold chain management for vaccines\, aligned with national and state guidelines. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn to describe the core principles of cold chain monitoring in line with the National Vaccine Storage Guidelines: Strive for 5 and the Australian Immunisation Handbook. The session will explain how to detect and manage breaches\, including immediate actions\, documentation\, and communication protocols to ensure vaccine safety and compliance. \n\n\n\nThe session also outlines best practice guidelines for vaccine storage\, continuous temperature monitoring\, and reporting requirements.  \n\n\n\nThis is ideal for all general practice staff who play a part in cold chain practices\, particularly those responsible for management. Attendees will leave with practical knowledge to ensure vaccine cold chain practices are safe\, compliant\, and accreditation-ready. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nSara Drew is a seasoned registered nurse and nurse immuniser with a rich background in primary health care\, public health\, immunisation\, chronic disease\, management and education. She is dedicated to supporting and strengthening the role of primary health care nurses through workforce development and education. Sara holds a Grad Cert in Infection Prevention and Control through Griffith University and is a member of the RACGP Technical Working Group -infection prevention and control\, participating in the most recent review of the IPC guidelines for general practices and other office-based and community-based practices. \n\n\n\nDeborah Kerz is a highly experienced registered nurse and diabetes educator with over 30 years of service across public and private health sectors. Currently serving as a Nurse Education Officer at the Australian Primary Healthcare Nurses Association (APNA)\, she brings a wealth of knowledge in acute care and over 12 years of dedicated experience in primary health care within general practice. She holds qualifications in diabetes education and management and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. With a strong focus on chronic condition management\, Deb is passionate about empowering nurses through education to deliver high quality\, patient-centred care and improve health outcomes in the community. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nDescribe the responsibilities of the vaccine coordinator in the practice as outlined in the RACGP 5th Standards and as Victorian Government vaccine account holders\n\n\n\nDescribe the principles of cold chain monitoring for immunisations according to the National Vaccine Storage Guidelines “Strive for 5” and the Australian Immunisation Handbook\n\n\n\nExplain how to detect and manage cold chain breaches\n\n\n\nIdentify the best practice guidelines including monitoring and reporting
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/cold-chain-principles-and-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T121500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T133000
DTSTAMP:20250915T055116Z
CREATED:20250915T055113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T055116Z
UID:10000413-1758197700-1758202200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP Webinar: Preventing falls in dementia – a primary care imperative
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 part of Dementia Action Week 2025\, the South East Public Health Unit (SEPHU)\, in collaboration with the South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN)\, invites primary care professionals to a vital webinar focused on reducing falls in people living with dementia.  \n\n\n\nFalls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalisations and deaths in Australia. For people living with dementia\, the risk is even more pronounced: \n\n\n\n\nThey are at least twice as likely to fall as those without dementia.\n\n\n\nThey are 2 to 3 times more likely to experience adverse events such as further falls and delirium during hospitalisation.\n\n\n\nFollowing a first hospitalised fall\, about 2 in 5 people living with dementia in the community enter residential aged care.\n\n\n\n9 in 10 people living with dementia in residential aged care who are hospitalised due to a fall sustain an injury.\n\n\n\n\nThese statistics highlight the urgent need for targeted prevention strategies—especially in primary care settings where early intervention can make a significant difference. \n\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\n\nThis session is for nurses\, general practice staff\, allied health or anyone working in primary care.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/gp-webinar-preventing-falls-in-dementia-a-primary-care-imperative/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="South Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:info@semphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20250804T065144Z
CREATED:20250804T021019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T065144Z
UID:10000355-1758135600-1758139200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Ramsay Clinic Albert Road: Special Interest Series "Maternal mental health: what's growing on?"
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\nSpecial Interest Series “Maternal mental health: what’s growing on?” \n\n\n\n‘Perinatal anxiety and depression in the primary care setting’ by Dr Phoebe Gao\, Consultant Psychiatrist \n\n\n\nLEARNING OUTCOMES \n\n\n\n\nAssess someone with perinatal anxiety and depression\n\n\n\nDescribe a biopsychosocial management model for perinatal anxiety and depression\n\n\n\nOutline treatment pathways for perinatal anxiety and depression beyond primary care\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent flyerDownload PDF [296.79 kb]
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/ramsay-clinic-albert-road-special-interest-series-maternal-mental-health-whats-growing-on/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event
ORGANIZER;CN="Ramsay Health Care &#8211%3B Ramsay Clinic Albert Road":MAILTO:serinc@ramsayhealth.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T123000
DTSTAMP:20250909T035107Z
CREATED:20250909T035104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T035107Z
UID:10000402-1758110400-1758112200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GPACI - Puffin Launch!
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\nWe are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our new report\, “Puffin.” This innovative tool has been specifically designed to assist practice users with the unique challenges and requirements of managing patients in aged care facilities. Puffin will provide comprehensive\, actionable insights\, streamlining workflows and improving patient care coordination.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/gpaci-puffin-launch/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T163000
DTSTAMP:20250804T062312Z
CREATED:20250714T054253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T062312Z
UID:10000338-1758097800-1758126600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:2025 Melbourne Immunisation Professional Development Seminar
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\nBenchmarque Group are delighted to be supporting the 2025 Melbourne Immunisation Professional Development Seminar. \n\n\n\nWe have rapidly become the ‘go to’ organisation for Immunisation training and ongoing education to maintain currency for Nurses\, Midwives and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioners nationally. While Immunisation client safety is critical\, at Benchmarque Group\, a core focus is practitioner safety.
Ultimately\, we know that immunisations have been\, and remain\, a simple\, timely\, effective\, and affordable way to improve health and deliver positive outcomes for people of all ages. \n\n\n\nThis seminar is a one-day event with sessions on Cold Chain Management\, Vaccine Screening and Promotions\, and Immunisation Catch-ups. \n\n\n\nRegistration cost: $95 (inc. GST) \n\n\n\nRegister soon\, as the event will sell-out!
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/2025-melbourne-immunisation-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Novotel Glen Waverley
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice manager
ORGANIZER;CN="Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T210000
DTSTAMP:20250915T033443Z
CREATED:20250831T235542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T033443Z
UID:10000390-1758049200-1758056400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:National Asthma Council Australia - NEW 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\nGain expert insights into the key changes to the National Asthma Council Australian Asthma Handbook\, reshaping optimal asthma management and care in Australia.  \n\n\n\nHear from A/Prof Rigby and Dr Montgomery as they unpack the latest updates and what they mean for asthma care in Australia.  \n\n\n\nLearn how to navigate the new guidelines\, gain practical insights and clinical tips and explore how to communicate these changes with your team and patients.  \n\n\n\nPending CPD Home approval for 8hrs including post-work.  \n\n\n\nPRESENTERS:  \n\n\n\nA/Prof Debbie Rigby: Clinical Associate Professor\, Advanced Practice Pharmacist. Clinical Executive Lead\, National Asthma Council Australia.  \n\n\n\nDr Brett Montgomery: Specialist General Practitioner. Senior lecturer\, University of Western Australia. Member\, National Asthma Council Australia’s Guidelines Committee.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/national-asthma-council-australia-new-guidelines/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="National Asthma Council Australia":MAILTO:nac@nationalasthma.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T210000
DTSTAMP:20250828T003652Z
CREATED:20250828T003650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T003652Z
UID:10000388-1758049200-1758056400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National 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\nJoin us for training in the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) for Mental Healthcare. \n\n\n\nThe National IAR Guidance and IAR-DST has been developed by the Australian Department of Health and is being rolled out nationally. Further information can be found in the IAR Snapshot. \n\n\n\nTarget audience: Practising GPs and allied health professionals. \n\n\n\nAccreditation:RACGP: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.ACCRM: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes are: \n\n\n\n\nSummarise the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.\n\n\n\nSummarise the IAR development process.\n\n\n\nExplain the use of IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.\n\n\n\nList the levels of care in relation to available regional services\n\n\n\nIdentify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\n\nPresenter – The workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \n\n\n\nBy registering you acknowledge we will be utilising the meetings function in the Zoom platform.  Please click here to view the ZOOM Privacy Policy.  \n\n\n\nYou give consent to Central and Eastern Sydney to share your details with your home PHN for the purpose of certification\, and remuneration (for GPs & GP registrars).
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/iar-dst-national-training-10/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,National training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T190000
DTSTAMP:20250909T031508Z
CREATED:20250909T031410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T031508Z
UID:10000401-1758045600-1758049200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: The latest on pneumococcal vaccination
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\nMVEC (the Melbourne Vaccine Education Centre) is holding a CVU mini webinar on pneumococcal vaccination on Tuesday 16 September 2025.  \n\n\n\nFeaturing Prof Nigel Crawford\, Ms Rachael McGuire and Dr Linny Kimly Phuong\, hear the latest on pneumococcal vaccination in line with recent changes to the childhood and adolescence schedule.  \n\n\n\nThe webinar will close with a brief Q&A session\, allowing attendees to engage with leading experts. 
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/webinar-the-latest-on-pneumococcal-vaccination/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Melbourne Vaccine Education Centre":MAILTO:info.mvec@mcri.edu.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250912T120000
DTSTAMP:20250828T003550Z
CREATED:20250828T003548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T003550Z
UID:10000387-1757671200-1757678400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National 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\nJoin us for training in the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) for Mental Healthcare. \n\n\n\nThe National IAR Guidance and IAR-DST has been developed by the Australian Department of Health and is being rolled out nationally. Further information can be found in the IAR Snapshot. \n\n\n\nTarget audience: Practising GPs and allied health professionals. \n\n\n\nAccreditation:RACGP: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.ACCRM: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes are: \n\n\n\n\nSummarise the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.\n\n\n\nSummarise the IAR development process.\n\n\n\nExplain the use of IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.\n\n\n\nList the levels of care in relation to available regional services\n\n\n\nIdentify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\n\nPresenter – The workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \n\n\n\nBy registering you acknowledge we will be utilising the meetings function in the Zoom platform.  Please click here to view the ZOOM Privacy Policy.  \n\n\n\nYou give consent to Central and Eastern Sydney to share your details with your home PHN for the purpose of certification\, and remuneration (for GPs & GP registrars).
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/iar-dst-national-training-9/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,National training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250912T120000
DTSTAMP:20250825T224612Z
CREATED:20250825T224609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T224612Z
UID:10000383-1757671200-1757678400@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.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-14/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T170000
DTSTAMP:20250613T024525Z
CREATED:20250613T024353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T024525Z
UID:10000315-1757491200-1757523600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Oceanic Palliative Care Conference 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\n25OPCC will be held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre from 10-12 September 2025. \n\n\n\nThe Oceanic Palliative Care Conference (OPCC)is one of the biggest\, premier palliative care conference in the southern hemisphere.  \n\n\n\nOver the years it has brought together 1000+experts\, professionals and decision makers from across Australia\, New Zealand and the broader Oceanic region to shape the future of care. \n\n\n\nThis year 25OPCC will take us a step further in learning and sharing real world solutions that respond to the challenges of an ageing population.  \n\n\n\nOur theme for 2025 is ‘connecting systems for better care’. \n\n\n\nWhy attend 25OPCC? \n\n\n\n\nBring your passion for a shared purpose. Join your peers and experts from the sector to work towards our shared goal to connect health systems for better care for people living with terminal illnesses. \n\n\n\nUnparalleled learning opportunities.Immerse yourself in sessions\, workshops and conversations from international experts and gain real world solutions to real world problems. \n\n\n\nDiscover the innovations in palliative care.With AI making its way in health\, discover what other innovations are on the horizon from experts.\n\n\n\nReconnect with old friends and make new ones! Network with over 1200 like-minded professionals from across the Oceanic region\, share ideas and learn from each other. \n\n\n\nIt’s going to be fun! Working in healthcare is rewarding yet challenging. Join us to unwind\, dance your heart out and have lots of fun.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/oceanic-palliative-care-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre\, Brisbane\, QLD
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice,Health care professional
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T140000
DTSTAMP:20250804T224316Z
CREATED:20250718T071158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T224316Z
UID:10000347-1756987200-1756994400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National 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\nJoin us for training in the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) for Mental Healthcare. \n\n\n\nThe National IAR Guidance and IAR-DST has been developed by the Australian Department of Health and is being rolled out nationally. Further information can be found in the IAR Snapshot. \n\n\n\nTarget audience: Practising GPs and allied health professionals. \n\n\n\nAccreditation:RACGP: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.ACCRM: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes are: \n\n\n\n\nSummarise the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.\n\n\n\nSummarise the IAR development process.\n\n\n\nExplain the use of IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.\n\n\n\nList the levels of care in relation to available regional services\n\n\n\nIdentify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\n\nPresenter – The workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \n\n\n\nBy registering you acknowledge we will be utilising the meetings function in the Zoom platform.  Please click here to view the ZOOM Privacy Policy.  \n\n\n\nYou give consent to Central and Eastern Sydney to share your details with your home PHN for the purpose of certification\, and remuneration (for GPs & GP registrars).
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/iar-dst-national-training-5/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,National training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250902T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250902T210000
DTSTAMP:20250818T224707Z
CREATED:20250818T050455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T224707Z
UID:10000374-1756841400-1756846800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Migraine Masterclass Series - Part 2: Barriers to Care in 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 us for a two-part educational series designed specifically for general practitioners and primary care professionals who want to improve confidence and clinical skills in diagnosing and managing headache and migraine disorders.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar series features some of Australia’s leading headache specialists and medical educators. Each session includes structured presentations and a live Q&A panel to address real-world questions in practice.  \n\n\n\nSession 1:  \n\n\n\n\nBack to Basics – Tuesday 19 August 2025\n\n7:30 PM – 9:00 PM AEST\n\n\n\nDiagnosing Migraine With Confidence\n\n\n\nManagement: Medication Strategies That Work\n\n\n\nBeyond Medications: Lifestyle & Behavioural Considerations \n\n\n\nPanel Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 2: \n\n\n\n\nBarriers to Care in Practice – Tuesday 2 September 2025\n\n7:30 PM – 9:00 PM AEST\n\n\n\nClinical Pearls & Pitfalls\n\n\n\nPrescribing & Systemic Challenges\n\n\n\nWhen To Involve A Neurologist\n\n\n\nPanel Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis series is: \n\n\n\n\nRACGP CPD Accredited\n\n\n\nFree to Attend\n\n\n\nLive Online\n\n\n\nExpert Panel Q&A \n\n\n\n\nExpert Faculty Includes:  \n\n\n\n\nDr Anita Muñoz\n\n\n\nDr Richard Stark\n\n\n\nDr Lauren Sanders\n\n\n\nDr Jack Janetzki \n\n\n\n\nBrought to you by the Australia and New Zealand Headache Society (ANZHS) and Migraine & Headache Australia with funding from the Australian Government’s Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/migraine-masterclass-series-part-2-barriers-to-care-in-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:General practice,General practitioner
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250902T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250902T133000
DTSTAMP:20250805T021216Z
CREATED:20250805T021214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T021216Z
UID:10000359-1756814400-1756819800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Right Care Better Health: Supporting Older Adults with Chronic and Complex Needs 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\nSupporting older adults with chronic and complex conditions in general practice. \n\n\n\nPresentations: \n\n\n\nDr. Sanka Amadoru\, Director and Consultant Geriatrician from AriaHealth \n\n\n\nDean Walter and Paula Adam from the Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing\, discussing My Aged Care \n\n\n\nCrystal Barbedo\, EMPHN HealthPathways Program Specialist
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/right-care-better-health-supporting-older-adults-with-chronic-and-complex-needs-in-general-practice-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250901T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250901T113000
DTSTAMP:20250828T232517Z
CREATED:20250825T224648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T232517Z
UID:10000384-1756719000-1756726200@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.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-15/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T133000
DTSTAMP:20250704T051639Z
CREATED:20250704T032210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T051639Z
UID:10000332-1756297800-1756301400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Become a high performing Practice Manager: Human Resource Management
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Tania Worroll for valuable insights and practical guidance on how to take charge and lead a high-performing general practice. \n\n\n\nThis webinar series is designed to equip both emerging and experienced practice managers and practice owners with essential tools\, insights and skills to support your professional growth and enable success in today’s ever-changing primary care landscape. \n\n\n\nPresenter:Tania WorrollPractice Manager | AGPAL Surveyor | Trainer/Assessor – UNE Partnerships in Medical Reception and Practice Management courses. \n\n\n\nWhat the series offers: \n\n\n\n\nEach webinar aligns with relevant accreditation standards\n\n\n\nYou will gain real-world\, actionable skills you can apply immediately\n\n\n\nYou will build a tailored practice improvement plan\n\n\n\n\nWebinar series topics and dates \n\n\n\n\nTopic 1: Planning and Operations ManagementLearn how to build a solid foundation for your business with smart\, strategic frameworks. 30 July 2025. Register here.\n\n\n\nTopic 2: Human Resource ManagementDiscover how to attract\, develop and retain the right team to power your success. 27 August 2025. Register here.\n\n\n\nTopic 3: Risk and Quality ImprovementCreate a culture of safety and excellence with practical tools that improve everyday operations. 24 September 2025. Register here.\n\n\n\nTopic 4: Customer Service and LeadershipBuild the leadership mindset and service strategies needed to deliver an exceptional patient experience. 15 October 2025. Register here.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re stepping into a management role or refining your leadership approach\, this webinar series is your launchpad. Start strong\, lead smart and set yourself up for success. \n\n\n\nThis webinar series is hosted by Eastern Melbourne PHN in collaboration with Tania Worroll and TROPHI (trophi.org.au). \n\n\n\nDisclaimer: In registering for this event\, you acknowledge that attendee details and event evaluation data will be shared with the collaborating partners.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/become-a-high-performing-practice-manager-planning-and-operations-management-27aug25/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T120000
DTSTAMP:20250804T224305Z
CREATED:20250718T071043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T224305Z
UID:10000346-1756288800-1756296000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National 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\nJoin us for training in the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) for Mental Healthcare. \n\n\n\nThe National IAR Guidance and IAR-DST has been developed by the Australian Department of Health and is being rolled out nationally. Further information can be found in the IAR Snapshot. \n\n\n\nTarget audience: Practising GPs and allied health professionals. \n\n\n\nAccreditation:RACGP: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.ACCRM: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes are: \n\n\n\n\nSummarise the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.\n\n\n\nSummarise the IAR development process.\n\n\n\nExplain the use of IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.\n\n\n\nList the levels of care in relation to available regional services\n\n\n\nIdentify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\n\nPresenter – The workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \n\n\n\nBy registering you acknowledge we will be utilising the meetings function in the Zoom platform.  Please click here to view the ZOOM Privacy Policy.  \n\n\n\nYou give consent to Central and Eastern Sydney to share your details with your home PHN for the purpose of certification\, and remuneration (for GPs & GP registrars).
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/iar-dst-national-training-4/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,National training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T203000
DTSTAMP:20250818T043507Z
CREATED:20250812T034709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T043507Z
UID:10000370-1756231200-1756240200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:TROPHI Translation Forum
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe TROPHI translation forum is an event to connect with other researchers and clinicians in the outer east of Melbourne\, share your ideas and get inspired!  \n\n\n\nWe will see some research happening within TROPHI and discuss forming a Community of Practice. \n\n\n\nIntroduction to TROPHI and demonstration of how research can make a difference to practices and communities by bringing evidence to life.  \n\n\n\nAims: \n\n\n\n\nDiscover local research happening across the TROPHI region\n\n\n\n Share ideas and build meaningful connections\n\n\n\nDiscuss bringing research to life in your practice
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/trophi-translation-forum/
LOCATION:Manningham Function Centre\, 669 Doncaster Road\, Doncaster\, VIC\, 3108\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="TROPHI":MAILTO:elizabeth.kennedy@racgp.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250826T133000
DTSTAMP:20250623T071124Z
CREATED:20250623T071121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T071124Z
UID:10000322-1756211400-1756215000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Measles is around – are you prepared? 
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 is currently experiencing a measles outbreak with both local and overseas acquisition. This webinar will provide information that will support clinicians to diagnose\, test for and prevent measles. \n\n\n\nHosted by Dr Annaliese van Dieman (Public Health Physician and Director\, North Eastern Public Health Unit)\, the webinar will feature presentations on topics including:  \n\n\n\n\nCurrent epidemiology of measles \n\n\n\nRisk factors for measles and transmissibility \n\n\n\nClinical presentation of measles \n\n\n\nPreparing your clinic to manage potential measles cases \n\n\n\nHow to safely test for measles \n\n\n\nWhat you need to do if a measles exposure occurs at your clinic \n\n\n\nHow to prevent measles\n\n\n\n\nThe event will be interactive with time for questions and comments.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/measles-is-around-are-you-prepared/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T150000
DTSTAMP:20250714T225903Z
CREATED:20250714T225900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T225903Z
UID:10000340-1755694800-1755702000@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.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/online-initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-training-11/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,General practitioner
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T140000
DTSTAMP:20250624T025229Z
CREATED:20250624T025225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T025229Z
UID:10000324-1755693000-1755698400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Infection prevention and control: key points for accreditation
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\nBoost your infection control knowledge. This session will cover key infection prevention and control areas for general practice\, accreditation requirements\, risk assessment\, the role of the infection prevention and control coordinator\, and what to expect during an on-site visit. \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to support general practices in meeting the RACGP Standards for general practices (5th edition) by strengthening infection prevention and control (IPC) systems ahead of accreditation. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn to identify key infection prevention areas for all staff\, with a focus on hand hygiene\, use of personal protective equipment\, and planning for adequate ventilation. It will outline accreditation requirements and the specific protocols that need to be in place\, including how to document and demonstrate compliance. \n\n\n\nAttendees will explore practical strategies for assessing infection risks within their practice\, supporting proactive planning and mitigation. The session will also describe the role and responsibilities of the infection control coordinator\, highlighting how they support ongoing quality and safety processes. \n\n\n\nFinally\, the session will cover what to expect during the accreditation on-site visit\, with an overview of the key IPC areas that assessors typically examine. \n\n\n\nThis education is ideal for GPs\, nurses\, practice managers and administrative staff involved in infection control or accreditation preparation. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how to implement and evidence robust IPC systems to meet accreditation standards and ensure patient and staff safety. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nSara Drew is a seasoned registered nurse and nurse immuniser with a rich background in primary health care\, public health\, immunisation\, chronic disease\, management and education. She is dedicated to supporting and strengthening the role of primary health care nurses through workforce development and education. Sara holds a Grad Cert in Infection Prevention and Control through Griffith University and is a member of the RACGP Technical Working Group -infection prevention and control\, participating in the most recent review of the IPC guidelines for general practices and other office-based and community-based practices. \n\n\n\nDeborah Kerz is a highly experienced Registered Nurse and Diabetes Educator with over 30 years of service across both public and private health sectors. Currently serving as a Nurse Education Officer at the Australian Primary Healthcare Nurses Association (APNA)\, she brings a wealth of knowledge in acute care and over 12 years of dedicated experience in primary healthcare within general practice. She holds qualifications in Diabetes Education and Management and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. With a strong focus on Chronic Condition Management\, Deb is passionate about empowering nurses through education to deliver high-quality\, patient-centred care and improve health outcomes in the community. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify key areas that are examined at the on-site visit\n\n\n\nIdentify key infection prevention areas for general practice staff\, focusing on hand hygiene\, personal protective equipment\, and ventilation planning.\n\n\n\nOutline accreditation requirements and required protocols\n\n\n\nIdentify strategies to assess infection risks within the practice.\n\n\n\nDescribe the responsibilities of the infection control coordinator in the practice
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/infection-prevention-and-control-key-points-for-accreditation/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T210000
DTSTAMP:20250818T224658Z
CREATED:20250818T051343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T224658Z
UID:10000376-1755631800-1755637200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Migraine Masterclass Series - Part 1: Back to Basics
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 a two-part educational series designed specifically for general practitioners and primary care professionals who want to improve confidence and clinical skills in diagnosing and managing headache and migraine disorders.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar series features some of Australia’s leading headache specialists and medical educators. Each session includes structured presentations and a live Q&A panel to address real-world questions in practice.  \n\n\n\nSession 1:  \n\n\n\n\nBack to Basics – Tuesday 19 August 2025\n\n7:30 PM – 9:00 PM AEST\n\n\n\nDiagnosing Migraine With Confidence\n\n\n\nManagement: Medication Strategies That Work\n\n\n\nBeyond Medications: Lifestyle & Behavioural Considerations \n\n\n\nPanel Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 2: \n\n\n\n\nBarriers to Care in Practice – Tuesday 2 September 2025\n\n7:30 PM – 9:00 PM AEST\n\n\n\nClinical Pearls & Pitfalls\n\n\n\nPrescribing & Systemic Challenges\n\n\n\nWhen To Involve A Neurologist\n\n\n\nPanel Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis series is: \n\n\n\n\nRACGP CPD Accredited\n\n\n\nFree to Attend\n\n\n\nLive Online\n\n\n\nExpert Panel Q&A \n\n\n\n\nExpert Faculty Includes:  \n\n\n\n\nDr Anita Muñoz\n\n\n\nDr Richard Stark\n\n\n\nDr Lauren Sanders\n\n\n\nDr Jack Janetzki \n\n\n\n\nBrought to you by the Australia and New Zealand Headache Society (ANZHS) and Migraine & Headache Australia with funding from the Australian Government’s Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/migraine-masterclass-series-part-1-back-to-basics/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:General practice,General practitioner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T213000
DTSTAMP:20250819T050406Z
CREATED:20250819T050402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T050406Z
UID:10000379-1755628200-1755639000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Melbourne National Bowel Cancer Screening Program Dinner 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\nAttend the Melbourne Marriott Hotel for this in-person workshop with dinner and drinks served on arrival. \n\n\n\nGeneral practitioners\, practice staff and Aboriginal healthcare workers play a vital role in promoting the importance of early detection of bowel cancer by encouraging and endorsing participation in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. \n\n\n\nThis practical workshop explores bowel cancer screening in people who are hesitant to screen. You will engage in case discussions to explore the barriers to screening and some of the enablers that you or a practice team can implement to encourage screening within your practice. \n\n\n\nWe have also designed activities to get your team started on an audit for bowel cancer screening within your clinic and identify practice improvements. \n\n\n\nPlanning an audit is often the most challenging step. We break it down and provide tools to get you started to ensure success. Mini audit templates will be provided\, and a Plan-Do-Study-Act activity will be explored in more detail. \n\n\n\nLet’s work together to help increase bowel cancer screening in our communities. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes\n\n\n\nAt the completion of this workshop\, you will be able to: \n\n\n\nOutcome 1: Identify practices that support engaging patients in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program \n\n\n\nOutcome 2: Determine system improvements within practices to improve patient engagement with the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program \n\n\n\nOutcome 3: Identify and apply Practitioner and Practice Toolkit Resources that support mini-audit and/or plan\, do\, study\, act (PDSA) activities \n\n\n\nRead more.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/melbourne-national-bowel-cancer-screening-program-dinner-workshop/
LOCATION:Melbourne Marriott Hotel\, Exhibition St & Lonsdale St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="GPEx Limited":MAILTO:events@gpex.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T213000
DTSTAMP:20250627T060455Z
CREATED:20250626T054222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T060455Z
UID:10000326-1755628200-1755639000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Helping patients with opioid dependence thrive: a toolkit for GPs
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMedication-assisted treatment for opioid dependence has been found to improve retention in treatment and reduce illicit opioid use\, but it is common for patients to relapse multiple times before achieving sustained recovery. \n\n\n\nHelping patients to thrive and achieve a better quality of life can help establish the recovery capital needed to prevent relapse and contribute to lower rates of overdose and improve overall health. \n\n\n\nThis interactive program presents considerations and tools to help GPs support recovery at key stages of treatment. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives \n\n\n\n\nImplement a model of shared decision making for treatment initiation\n\n\n\nIdentify opportunities for addressing psychosocial factors to improve treatment engagement\n\n\n\nIdentify considerations for discharge planning
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/helping-patients-with-opioid-dependence-thrive-a-toolkit-for-gps/
LOCATION:Leonda by the Yarra\, 2 wallen road\, Hawthorn\, Victoria\, 3122\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250818T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250818T210000
DTSTAMP:20250804T224252Z
CREATED:20250718T070916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T224252Z
UID:10000345-1755543600-1755550800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National 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\nJoin us for training in the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) for Mental Healthcare. \n\n\n\nThe National IAR Guidance and IAR-DST has been developed by the Australian Department of Health and is being rolled out nationally. Further information can be found in the IAR Snapshot. \n\n\n\nTarget audience: Practising GPs and allied health professionals. \n\n\n\nAccreditation:RACGP: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.ACCRM: 1 Educational Activity hour\, 1 Reviewing Performance hour.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes are: \n\n\n\n\nSummarise the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.\n\n\n\nSummarise the IAR development process.\n\n\n\nExplain the use of IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.\n\n\n\nList the levels of care in relation to available regional services\n\n\n\nIdentify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\n\nPresenter – The workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \n\n\n\nBy registering you acknowledge we will be utilising the meetings function in the Zoom platform.  Please click here to view the ZOOM Privacy Policy.  \n\n\n\nYou give consent to Central and Eastern Sydney to share your details with your home PHN for the purpose of certification\, and remuneration (for GPs & GP registrars).
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/iar-dst-national-training-3/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice,General practitioner,National training
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