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SUMMARY:Yarning Circle for Practice Nurses & GPs: First Nations Aboriginal Palliative 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\nThis 45-minute session is aimed to introduce a current project that Palliative Care Victoria is leading in First Nations Aboriginal Palliative Care. \n\n\n\nPalliative Care Victoria received funding from the Commonwealth and State government to develop a culturally-safe trauma-informed palliative care plan in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to support Elders living in Residential Aged Care Home (RACHs). \n\n\n\nIn collaboration with our community partners\, we have developed the ‘Yimgawugel bungim yiya’ -Songlines for Deep Dreaming: Let’s Yarn Cultural Considerations for Palliative Care Plan that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders patients and their families to document their cultural care considerations while they access culturally-safe and effective palliative and end of life care. \n\n\n\nThe implementation of this document will expand on existing models of care while supporting new approaches to the way care is delivered or commissioned to our First Nations Elders within Victoria. \n\n\n\nThis session will introduce you to this document and provide an opportunity in how your practice can implement the plan and be part of the current project trial.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/yarning-circle-for-practice-nurses-gps-first-nations-aboriginal-palliative-care-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice manager
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260921T024726Z
CREATED:20260921T024406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T024726Z
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SUMMARY:Shared maternity care\, workshop 1
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 1 of 2 shared maternity care workshops in collaboration with NWMPHN and Western Health\, Mercy Health\, Northern Health\, The Royal Women’s Hospital. \n\n\n\nShared decision making and influences on birth choices \n\n\n\nAn exploration of some of the choices women face in pregnancy and birth\, and the shared decision-making approach to care. \n\n\n\nIncidental findings on pregnancy ultrasound: what to look for\, when to be concerned and when not to \n\n\n\nA practical guide to recognising common incidental ultrasound findings in pregnancy\, understanding their clinical significance\, and knowing when reassurance\, further investigation or specialist referral is appropriate. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\nDr Althea Askern is a generalist obstetrician-gynaecologist\, who achieved RANZCOG Fellowship in 2020. She continues to work at the busy Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s at Western Health\, providing gynaecological\, pregnancy and birth care to women in Melbourne’s west. Althea has held positions with RANZCOG and the University of Melbourne providing teaching and mentorship to junior doctors and medical students. Althea is passionate about providing care that is kind\, supportive\, and evidence-based\, so that individuals and families can make informed decisions about their care. \n\n\n\nDr Iniyaval Thevathasan is an obstetrician and maternal fetal medicine subspecialist with a private practice at Melbourne Maternal Fetal Medicine in Fitzroy and a public appointment at The Royal Women’s Hospital. She provides comprehensive pregnancy care and has particular interests in the prevention of preterm birth\, the management of previous adverse pregnancy outcomes\, multiple pregnancies\, and the care of women with inflammatory bowel disease during pregnancy. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\nShared decision making and influences on birth choices \n\n\n\n\nDiscuss maternal and family decision-making during pregnancy and birth\, and evaluate the benefits\, risks and considerations of different planned modes of birth.\n\n\n\nApply current evidence-based approaches to Group B streptococcus (GBS) screening and management in the third trimester.\n\n\n\n\nIncidental findings on pregnancy ultrasound: what to look for\, when to be concerned and when not to \n\n\n\n\nExplain the clinical significance of incidental and significant ultrasound findings in pregnancy\, including their implications for clinical management.\n\n\n\nDescribe the management\, support services and referral pathways available for women experiencing significant ultrasound findings in pregnancy.\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to register for both workshops \n\n\n\nSession 2: Shared maternity care\, workshop 2. \n\n\n\nBy registering for this workshop\, you acknowledge and consent to your personal details being shared with the participating hospitals for the purposes of program delivery and administration
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/shared-maternity-care-workshop-1/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261009T091500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261009T163000
DTSTAMP:20260910T055330Z
CREATED:20260910T055102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T055330Z
UID:10000758-1791537300-1791563400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Rising to the Challenge: Innovating and Integrating for Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing
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\n31st Annual Department of Psychiatry Wellbeing in Ageing Symposium\, 2026 \n\n\n\nThe University of Melbourne’s Department of Psychiatry Wellbeing in Ageing Team is delighted to invite you to their 31st Annual Symposium full-day event. \n\n\n\n\nProfessor Tony Blakely will discuss weighing up the compression of morbidity against its impact on healthy ageing. \n\n\n\nProfessor Josselin Houenou will unpack integrated neurobiological models and medication considerations for bipolar disorder in the context of ageing or dementia.\n\n\n\nAssociate Professor\, Dr David Darby will share real-world experience prescribing Lecanemab and Donanemab in private practice. \n\n\n\nMr Matthew Corbett\, the new co-Director of Workforce Development\, at the Victorian Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing will speak on key issues related to workforce. \n\n\n\nAssociate Professor Ravi Bhat will share results from his doctoral research on delirium.\n\n\n\nBusiness Innovation Manager at Dementia Australia\, Dr Tanya Petrovich\, will share on innovations and digital technology at Dementia Australia. \n\n\n\nDr Matthew Shrimpton\, will share experiences from the DEMANDS team at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.\n\n\n\nDr Jo-Anne Hughson will discuss the ‘Let’s CHAT’ Community Health Approaches To Dementia in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities program. \n\n\n\nThe symposium will also conclude with a panel discussion focusing on Supporting Brain Health for ageing Australians: based on current evidence\, to be facilitated by Professor Nicola Lautenschlager and featuring panel members Emeritus Professor David Ames AO\, Professor Tony Blakley\, Dr Tanya Petrovich\, Associate Professor Kathryn Ellis and Dr Eleanor Curran.\n\n\n\n\nA certificate of attendance is available following completion of the symposium.  \n\n\n\nSymposium attendance may count towards Continuing Professional development/ Education activities. \n\n\n\nThe symposium is suitable for researchers and health and lived-experience professionals who are passionate about cognitive and mental health\, healthy ageing and wellbeing in ageing populations. \n\n\n\nRegistrations close 25th September 2026. Cancellations: For cancellations\, an administrative fee of $40 will be incurred for each registration cancelled up until 2 October 2026. Refunds will not be given after this date. A substitute delegate is welcome to attend. For organisation invoicing: please contact wiat-team@unimelb.edu.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/rising-to-the-challenge-innovating-and-integrating-for-older-adult-mental-health-and-wellbeing-2/
LOCATION:Woodward Centre\, Level 10 Melbourne Law Building\, 185 Pelham St\, Carlton
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261010T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261010T173000
DTSTAMP:20260811T053821Z
CREATED:20260810T225614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T053821Z
UID:10000719-1791621000-1791653400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GI for GPs Symposium
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 General Practitioners from across Australia and specialists in Gastrointestinal Disorders at this one-day interactive educational event hosted at the beautiful Levantine Hill Estate in the Yarra Valley. The theme for this event is ‘Gastrointestinal Disorders: Prevention and Early Detection’. Interactive presentations will cover pancreatic cancer\, coeliac disease\, the gut-brain interaction\, bowel cancer in young adults\, and more.  \n\n\n\nFormat: Hybrid\, with in-person or online registration  \n\n\n\nCPD: 2.0 Educational Activities and 3.0 Reviewing Performance* * To be confirmed  \n\n\n\nIn-person registration includes shuttle bus from Richmond to the venue and back\, morning/afternoon tea and lunch\, plus resources ‘showbag’ on the day.  \n\n\n\nOnline registration includes free GP educational resources\, sent to a nominated mailing and/or email address.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/gi-for-gps-symposium/
LOCATION:Levantine Hill Estate\, 882 Maroondah Hwy\, Coldstream\, Victoria\, 3770
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T030351Z
CREATED:20260921T025631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T030351Z
UID:10000771-1791892800-1791900000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST)
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\nWentWest invites GPs and Allied Health Professionals to complete the IAR-DST online training. \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\, Disability and Ageing and is being rolled out nationally. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\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\nYou only need to complete one session regardless of the adaptation. Our sessions are in demand\, and we ask that you do not register for more than one session. \n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \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\nAll CPD hours are to be self-logged. \n\n\n\nPlease note that submitting your RSVP does not automatically register you for this event. Your registration is not confirmed until you have received a confirmation email from the WentWest Events Team. \n\n\n\nFOR MORE INFORMATION\, PLEASE CONTACT \n\n\n\n\nPhone: (02) 8811 7117\n\n\n\nEmail: events@wentwest.com.au\n\n\n\n\nWentWest operates as the Western Sydney Primary Health Network. \n\n\n\n\nNational Training Flyer Oct-Nov 2026Download PDF
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Sydney PHN":MAILTO:events@wentwest.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T052919Z
CREATED:20260824T080151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T052919Z
UID:10000735-1791896400-1791900000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Yarning Circle for Practice Nurses & GPs: First Nations Aboriginal Palliative 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\nThis 45-minute session is aimed to introduce a current project that Palliative Care Victoria is leading in First Nations Aboriginal Palliative Care.  \n\n\n\nPalliative Care Victoria received funding from the Commonwealth and State government to develop a culturally-safe trauma-informed palliative care plan in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to support Elders living in Residential Aged Care Home (RACHs).  \n\n\n\nIn collaboration with our community partners\, we have developed the ‘Yimgawugel bungim yiya’ -Songlines for Deep Dreaming: Let’s Yarn Cultural Considerations for Palliative Care Plan that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders patients and their families to document their cultural care considerations while they access culturally-safe and effective palliative and end of life care.  \n\n\n\nThe implementation of this document will expand on existing models of care while supporting new approaches to the way care is delivered or commissioned to our First Nations Elders within Victoria.  \n\n\n\nThis session will introduce you to this document and provide an opportunity in how your practice can implement the plan and be part of the current project trial.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/yarning-circle-for-practice-nurses-gps-first-nations-aboriginal-palliative-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice manager
ORGANIZER;CN="Palliative Care Victoria":MAILTO:GIRRAWAYGANYI@GMAIL.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T193000
DTSTAMP:20260922T003228Z
CREATED:20260921T065921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T003228Z
UID:10000778-1791916200-1791919800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Cultural Considerations for Palliative Care Plan for First Nations People
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVarious dates\, October to December 2026 | Free | Online (MS Teams) \n\n\n\nPalliative Care Victoria is hosting a series of online yarning sessions across Victoria to introduce the Yingawugel bungim yiya: Songlines for Deep Dreaming project. \n\n\n\nDeveloped in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people\, the project has created a culturally safe\, trauma-informed palliative care plan to support Elders living in residential aged care homes. The sessions will introduce the plan\, discuss practical implementation\, and provide information on participating in the current project trial. \n\n\n\nAboriginal Health Workers\, community organisations\, hospitals\, aged care homes\, and general practices in Victoria are encouraged to attend. \n\n\n\nThe sessions for the Easten Melbourne PHN are below (please note you can select any date when registering) \n\n\n\n\nTuesday 8th October 1pm to 2pm\n\n\n\nTuesday 13th October 6:30pm to 7:30pm
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/cultural-considerations-for-palliative-care-plan-for-first-nations-people-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T042522Z
CREATED:20260909T031618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T042522Z
UID:10000755-1791918000-1791921600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Stay Ahead\, Stay PrEP’d
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 in Stay Ahead\, Stay PrEP’d for a practical and engaging update on PrEP and its role in preventing HIV transmission in Australia. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will cover current HIV epidemiology\, PrEP eligibility\, daily and on-demand dosing options\, prescribing and monitoring requirements\, and common clinical scenarios encountered in practice. Through case-based discussion\, participants will gain practical strategies to confidently support patients seeking PrEP and deliver evidence-based HIV prevention care. \n\n\n\nAccreditation pending with RACGP for 1 hour.  \n\n\n\nOn completion of this course and its components\, participants will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nDescribe HIV epidemiology in Australia and the different HIV prevention strategies \n\n\n\nExplain different options for PrEP dosing \n\n\n\nProvide patient education on the effectiveness and appropriate use of PrEP \n\n\n\nImplement the Decision Making in PrEP tool to manage patients on PrEP Target
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/stay-ahead-stay-prepd/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261017T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261017T180000
DTSTAMP:20260824T064402Z
CREATED:20260817T033700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T064402Z
UID:10000727-1792224000-1792260000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Evoca Women's Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFollowing three highly successful years and outstanding feedback\, the fourth annual Evoca Women’s Health Conference returns this October\, and we would be delighted for you to join us.  \n\n\n\nDesigned for GPs\, registrars\, nurses\, and allied health practitioners\, this program features leading experts covering hormonal health\, pelvic pain\, PCOS\, breast disease\, pelvic floor disorders\, ovarian insufficiency\, infertility and more.  \n\n\n\nExpect thought-provoking interactive sessions\, practical insights\, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow GPs who share your passion for advancing women’s health. The program also includes dedicated Q&A sessions with our esteemed speakers\, providing opportunities for discussion and application to everyday practice.  \n\n\n\nThanks to the generous support of our sponsors\, this year’s program includes an exclusive networking dinner for Evoca clinicians on Friday 16 October\, as well as post-conference networking drinks for all attendees on Saturday 17 October.  \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring day of learning\, collaboration\, and professional development designed to educate\, engage\, and empower.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/evoca-womens-health-conference/
LOCATION:InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach\, 242 Arden Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2034\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Evoca Women's Health":MAILTO:catherine.hocking@forhealth.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261020T210000
DTSTAMP:20261007T015500Z
CREATED:20260928T041013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T015500Z
UID:10000785-1792519200-1792530000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Cancer Care at St John of God Berwick Hospital
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 on-site at St John of God Berwick Hospital for this CPD educational event on cancer care\, including a tour of our Day Oncology and Infusion Centre\, and GenesisCare. \n\n\n\nSpeakers and topics: \n\n\n\n\nMr Chilton Chong (General and Brest Surgeon): Screening\, Density and Other Animals \n\n\n\nDr Sem Liew (Oncologist): Adjuvant Therapy for HER2 and Triple Negative Breast \n\n\n\nDr Bhavini Shah (Oncologist): Hereditary Risk Assessment and Risk Management for Breast Cancer \n\n\n\nDr Cameron McLaren (Oncologist) & Priscilla Singh (Clinical Nurse Consultant): Vaccination Across the Cancer Journey: A Practical Guide for General Practice\n\n\n\n\nRACGP CPD – 1.5 hours allocated  \n\n\n\nDinner and drinks provided.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/comprehensive-cancer-care-at-st-john-of-god-berwick-hospital/
LOCATION:St John of God Berwick Hospital\, 75 Kangan Dr\, Berwick\, 3806\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261020T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261020T204500
DTSTAMP:20261005T025124Z
CREATED:20261005T024347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T025124Z
UID:10000793-1792524600-1792529100@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Diabetes in Primary Care: A Practical Webinar Series 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\nDeveloped in partnership between the Alfred Care Group\, Bayside Health\, and the South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN)\, and supported by the National Association of Diabetes Centres (NADC) a division of the Australian Diabetes Society (ADS)\, the series provides practical\, case based education aligned with Australian guidelines and the realities of general practice. Originally developed for the SEMPHN region\, the series is now open to health professionals across Victoria. \n\n\n\nAcross the 10 part series\, experienced endocrinologists and multidisciplinary experts will cover the full spectrum of type 2 diabetes management—from early detection and lifestyle intervention to complex pharmacotherapy\, technology\, and prevention and management of complications including cardiovascular disease\, kidney disease\, foot disease\, frailty and atypical diabetes. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\n\nEvidence based\, GP focused education\n\n\n\nPractical guidance on medications\, insulin\, and diabetes technology\n\n\n\nIntegrated care approaches linking primary and tertiary services\n\n\n\nCase discussions with endocrinologists\, GPs\, diabetes educators and allied health professionals\n\n\n\nSessions aligned to RACGP curriculum and CPD requirements\n\n\n\n\nThis series forms part of SEMPHN’s and Bayside Health’s Connecting Care for Complex Chronic Disease (4CD) initiative and aims to strengthen collaboration\, improve patient outcomes\, and build sustainable diabetes care pathways. \n\n\n\nAll sessions will be recorded. Registrants can access previous recordings following registration. \n\n\n\nPlease contact admin@nadc.net.au for any questions regarding the webinar.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/diabetes-in-primary-care-a-practical-webinar-series-for-gps/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260921T030353Z
CREATED:20260921T030218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T030353Z
UID:10000773-1792580400-1792587600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST)
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\nWentWest invites GPs and Allied Health Professionals to complete the IAR-DST online training. \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\, Disability and Ageing and is being rolled out nationally. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\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\nYou only need to complete one session regardless of the adaptation. Our sessions are in demand\, and we ask that you do not register for more than one session. \n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \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\nAll CPD hours are to be self-logged. \n\n\n\nPlease note that submitting your RSVP does not automatically register you for this event. Your registration is not confirmed until you have received a confirmation email from the WentWest Events Team. \n\n\n\nFOR MORE INFORMATION\, PLEASE CONTACT \n\n\n\n\nPhone: (02) 8811 7117\n\n\n\nEmail: events@wentwest.com.au\n\n\n\n\nWentWest operates as the Western Sydney Primary Health Network. \n\n\n\n\nNational Training Flyer Oct-Nov 2026Download PDF
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Sydney PHN":MAILTO:events@wentwest.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260922T062314Z
CREATED:20260916T005317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T062314Z
UID:10000764-1792605600-1792611000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:The Pelvic Pain Toolkit: Empowering GPs in an MDT Care Model
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 our first “Care downstairs\, upstairs\, at Heide” event. This promises to be a casual but informative education evening focused on developing a broader understanding of persistent pelvic pain.  \n\n\n\nThe session will explore an MDT model of care and practical tools GPs can use prior to specialist review. There will be an opportunity to ask questions\, share experiences and build connections with practitioners across the local community.  \n\n\n\nThe evening will be hosted by Dr Samantha Mooney. Gynaecologist\, Fertility Specialist with expertise in fertility and AGES-trained advanced laparoscopic surgeon.  \n\n\n\nShe has a particular interest in endometriosis\, persistent pelvic pain\, abnormal uterine bleeding\, fertility and complex gynaecological conditions.  \n\n\n\nLight refreshments served from 6pm\, discussion from 6.30pm. We look forward to meeting you at Heide.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/the-pelvic-pain-toolkit-empowering-gps-in-an-mdt-care-model/
LOCATION:Heide Clinic\, 146-148 Burgundy St\, Heidelberg\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261022T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261022T093000
DTSTAMP:20260910T234738Z
CREATED:20260910T234300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T234738Z
UID:10000759-1792654200-1792661400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:WorkSafe: Health and Safety Month - Health Providers Breakfast (Dandenong)
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\nPresented by WorkSafe Victoria \n\n\n\nHealthcare providers play an important role in supporting recovery and return to work outcomes for injured workers who have been off work for a significant timeframe.  \n\n\n\nThis session explores common recovery barriers\, secondary psychological impacts\, WorkSafe support options and practical strategies than can help patients keep at it and stay on the path to a safe and sustainable return to work.  \n\n\n\nThe session will have expert presentations\, case studies and an engaging panel discussion to provide insights into supporting patients with complex needs and understand provider and scheme responsibilities. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n\n7.30am – 8.00am: Breakfast\n\n\n\n8.00am – 9.30am: My patient has been off work for a year. How do I best support them?
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/worksafe-health-and-safety-month-health-providers-breakfast-dandenong-4/
LOCATION:Atura Dandenong 5-17 Doveton Avenue\, Eumemmerring VIC 3177
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260909T042747Z
CREATED:20260908T211534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T042747Z
UID:10000754-1792692000-1792695600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:You Decide: Navigating UTI Management 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 the EASSI-PC team for an interactive group learning session on managing urinary tract infections in general practice.  \n\n\n\nUsing a “choose your own adventure” format\, we’ll work through a real-world scenario — a female patient presenting with UTI — and explore the decision points GPs face in consultation.  \n\n\n\nThis is a chance to learn from other GPs about how they approach these consultations\, and to share your own reasoning in a supportive setting.  \n\n\n\nCPD points to be applied
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/you-decide-navigating-uti-management-in-general-practice/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261022T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260921T024702Z
CREATED:20260921T024659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T024702Z
UID:10000770-1792695600-1792702800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Shared maternity care\, workshop 2
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\nWorkshop 2 of 2 shared maternity care workshops in collaboration with NWMPHN and Western Health\, Mercy Health\, Northern Health\, The Royal Women’s Hospital. \n\n\n\nIn this workshop you will hear about the GPs role in the fourth trimester- maternal physical recovery\, blood pressure\, pre-eclampsia\, diabetes prevention\, breastfeeding issues and pelvic floor rehabilitation. \n\n\n\nThe GP’s role in the fourth trimester \n\n\n\nThe postnatal period presents important opportunities for GPs to support maternal health and prevent longer-term complications. This session will provide a practical update on the GP’s role in the fourth trimester\, including monitoring physical recovery after birth\, management of hypertension and pre-eclampsia\, diabetes prevention following gestational diabetes\, breastfeeding challenges\, and pelvic floor rehabilitation. Attendees will gain evidence-based strategies to support women in the weeks and months after childbirth\, promote recovery\, identify red flags\, and optimise long-term health outcomes. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nOutline the GP’s role in supporting maternal physical recovery during the fourth trimester.\n\n\n\nExplain current evidence and importance of postpartum blood pressure surveillance and early identification of pre eclampsia complications.\n\n\n\nDescribe how to apply an integrated postpartum care framework that supports maternal wellbeing\, optimises chronic disease risk reduction\, offers breastfeeding support and ensures safe follow up for women with complex pregnancies. (For example: hypertensive disorders\, gestational diabetes\, cholestasis.)\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to register for both workshops. \n\n\n\nSession 1: Shared maternity care\, workshop 1. \n\n\n\nBy registering for this workshop\, you acknowledge and consent to your personal details being shared with the participating hospitals for the purposes of program delivery and administration
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/shared-maternity-care-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261026T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261026T193000
DTSTAMP:20261011T223820Z
CREATED:20261011T221807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T223820Z
UID:10000808-1793039400-1793043000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar 2 - Catch Up Vaccinations - Protecting Refugees and Asylum Seekers. (Children).
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 Partnering with SEMPHN \n\n\n\nProtecting refugees and asylum seeker communities from vaccination preventable conditions is important both for the individuals and the community. Assessing current vaccination needs and developing a catch-up vaccination plan can be challenging at times. \n\n\n\nOur webinar series aims to address some of the challenges in developing catch-up immunisations. \n\n\n\nWe will cover:\n\n\n\n\nThe process around assessing vaccination history\,\n\n\n\nPlanning catch up vaccinations\n\n\n\nAdministering catch up vaccinations\n\n\n\n\nWebinar 2 will focus on children and adolescents up to 20 years old. \n\n\n\nThe complexity of catch-up immunisations requires a process that covers overseas medical records review\, catch-up plan development and also navigating the risk of patients not being on AIR (Australian Immunisation Register) \n\n\n\nPresenters:\n\n\n\nDr Franziska Levin\n\n\n\nStudied medicine in Germany and Italy \n\n\n\nPrior to completing her GP training in the UK\, Dr Levin gained several yearsof experience in paediatrics. Since moving to Melbourne in 2018 she has worked in different areas of Melbourne\, taught medical students and worked at several covid-19 related health projects. She currently works as a refugee health fellow at the Monash Refugee Health and Wellbeing clinic\,as well as a GP in community health at Cohealth Collingwood and spends some evenings working in the virtual emergency department. \n\n\n\nAnother special interest has been developmental disability and chronic disease management. She developed her UK practice into a centre of excellence for patients with disability. For her efforts she was awarded with the UK GP trainee of the year in 2018. \n\n\n\nShegofa Hazara.\n\n\n\nA Registered Nurse working as a Refugee Health Nurse with Monash Health Refugee Health and Wellbeing. Over the past 12 years at Monash Health\, she has worked across a range of different nursing roles\, including Practice Nurse\, Nurse Liaison\, Nurse Immuniser\, and roles involving leadership of key portfolios such as Immunisation and Infectious Diseases. \n\n\n\nAs a Nurse Immuniser\, she provides catch-up vaccination services for children and adults\, supports access to preventative healthcare and protects vulnerable communities from vaccine-preventable diseases. A strong advocate for health equity and committed to reducing barriers to healthcare for refugees\, asylum seekers\, and culturally diverse populations.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/webinar-2-catch-up-vaccinations-protecting-refugees-and-asylum-seekers-children/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="South Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:info@semphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T090000
DTSTAMP:20260908T032350Z
CREATED:20260908T032347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T032350Z
UID:10000749-1793088000-1793091600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged Care Virtual Community of Practice: South Region
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese quarterly sessions provide a practical\, peer-led forum for general practice\, residential aged care and other healthcare providers to continue the conversations started through the Aged Care Collaborative Sessions. Each session is designed to support shared learning\, strengthen local connections and explore practical approaches to improving coordination of care for residents. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis session is suitable for: \n\n\n\n\nGeneral practice staff\, particularly GPs providing care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\nPractice nurses and nurse practitioners supporting aged care work\n\n\n\nRACH staff\, including clinical managers\, facility managers\, and relevant corporate roles\n\n\n\nOther healthcare providers involved in delivering care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\nEach quarter will have a different theme. This session will focus on Palliative Care / End of Life Care and difficult conversations including a case study and will also include opportunities for discussion\, peer learning\, shared problem-solving and resource sharing. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there. \n\n\n\nFor more informationAged Care teamRACHsupport@emphn.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/aged-care-virtual-community-of-practice-south-region/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261027T200000
DTSTAMP:20261021T030817Z
CREATED:20261021T030811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T030817Z
UID:10000822-1793125800-1793131200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Beyond the job ad: a practical guide to hiring 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\nThis session is brought to you in partnership with NWMPHN and Avant Practice Solutions. This session is designed for practice managers\, business managers\, practice owners and team leaders working in general practice and primary care settings who are involved in recruiting and onboarding staff. NWMPHN is bringing experienced Avant consultants to deliver this practical workshop\, providing expert guidance to support practices in attracting\, recruiting and retaining GPs. \n\n\n\nRecruitment success starts long before a vacancy is advertised. Join us as we explore the end-to-end GP recruitment process\, including workforce planning\, employer branding\, overseas-qualified GP pathways\, interviewing\, onboarding and retention strategies that help practices secure the right talent. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\nJulie Hawkins is an experienced people leader and HR consultant with a strong foundation in healthcare and human resources\, specialising in recruitment and talent development across the Asia-Pacific region. She holds a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Technology Sydney and a Master of Commerce in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from Western Sydney University. \n\n\n\nJulie has held senior HR roles at global biopharmaceutical companies\, where she led initiatives in talent acquisition\, learning and development\, and organisational transformation. Her work has supported clinical and medical teams across APAC\, giving her deep insight into the unique challenges faced by healthcare professionals. \n\n\n\nGemma Gough is a senior practice advisor with Avant Practice Solutions\, bringing more than 23 years of healthcare experience across Australia and overseas. \n\n\n\nA former practice manager\, Gemma has worked across general practice\, specialist healthcare\, recruitment and business management. She is passionate about strong leadership\, sustainable practice management and helping healthcare businesses build thriving\, high-performing workplaces. \n\n\n\nGemma now partners with practice owners and managers to provide practical advice\, support and solutions that help strengthen operations\, navigate people challenges and plan confidently for the future. \n\n\n\nLaura Gass is a senior HR consultant with extensive experience partnering with healthcare organisations to deliver practical\, people-focused HR solutions. Her expertise spans recruitment\, workforce planning\, employee relations\, performance management\, leadership coaching and workforce compliance. \n\n\n\nBefore joining Avant Practice Solutions\, Laura worked with Healthscope\, supporting executive and clinical leaders across a workforce of more than 2\,500 employees. With over seven years’ HR experience across healthcare and large-scale organisations\, she helps practices build engaged\, high-performing and compliant workplaces. \n\n\n\nAt the end of this session\, you will have access to a toolkit to assist with the process. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nIdentify the key stages of a structured recruitment process and apply them to future hiring activities.\n\n\n\nDevelop at least three behavioural interview questions to effectively assess candidate suitability and cultural fit.\n\n\n\nEvaluate candidate responses using a consistent assessment framework to support evidence-based hiring decisions
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/beyond-the-job-ad-a-practical-guide-to-hiring-gps/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice manager
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260908T032535Z
CREATED:20260908T032531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T032535Z
UID:10000750-1793181600-1793185200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged Care Virtual Community of Practice: East Region
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese quarterly sessions provide a practical\, peer-led forum for general practice\, residential aged care and other healthcare providers to continue the conversations started through the Aged Care Collaborative Sessions. Each session is designed to support shared learning\, strengthen local connections and explore practical approaches to improving coordination of care for residents. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis session is suitable for: \n\n\n\n\nGeneral practice staff\, particularly GPs providing care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\nPractice nurses and nurse practitioners supporting aged care work\n\n\n\nRACH staff\, including clinical managers\, facility managers\, and relevant corporate roles\n\n\n\nOther healthcare providers involved in delivering care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\nEach quarter will have a different theme. This session will focus on Palliative Care / End of Life Care and difficult conversations including a case study and will also include opportunities for discussion\, peer learning\, shared problem-solving and resource sharing. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there. \n\n\n\nFor more informationAged Care teamRACHsupport@emphn.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/aged-care-virtual-community-of-practice-east-region-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20261020T023508Z
CREATED:20261020T023502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T023508Z
UID:10000816-1793212200-1793217600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Planetary Health and the Heart: Environmental risks and cardiovascular health
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan addressing environmental risk factors support cardiovascular disease prevention? \n\n\n\nFrom extreme heat\, flash floods and bushfire smoke to air pollution and climate change\, environmental factors are having an increasing impact on cardiovascular health. As evidence continues to emerge\, there is growing recognition of the role these factors play in cardiovascular disease and the opportunities for prevention and action. \n\n\n\nJoin the Heart Foundation and CSANZ for Planetary Health and the Heart: Environmental Risks and Cardiovascular Health\, an expert-led webinar exploring the connection between environmental exposures and cardiovascular disease\, and practical opportunities to support both patient and planetary health. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn:• How environmental factors influence cardiovascular health.• The cardiovascular impacts of air pollution and extreme heat.• Which populations are most vulnerable to environmental health risks.• Practical strategies to reduce environmental cardiovascular risk.• Opportunities to support both heart health and planetary health. \n\n\n\nPlease note this webinar has not been accredited and certificates will not be issued.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/planetary-health-and-the-heart-environmental-risks-and-cardiovascular-health/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20261020T023649Z
CREATED:20261020T023646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T023649Z
UID:10000818-1793212200-1793217600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Planetary health and the heart: Environmental risks and cardiovascular health
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan addressing environmental risk factors support cardiovascular disease prevention? \n\n\n\nFrom extreme heat\, flash floods and bushfire smoke to air pollution and climate change\, environmental factors are having an increasing impact on cardiovascular health. As evidence continues to emerge\, there is growing recognition of the role these factors play in cardiovascular disease and the opportunities for prevention and action. \n\n\n\nJoin the Heart Foundation and CSANZ for Planetary Health and the Heart: Environmental Risks and Cardiovascular Health\, an expert-led webinar exploring the connection between environmental exposures and cardiovascular disease\, and practical opportunities to support both patient and planetary health. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow environmental factors influence cardiovascular health.\n\n\n\nThe cardiovascular impacts of air pollution and extreme heat.\n\n\n\nWhich populations are most vulnerable to environmental health risks.\n\n\n\nPractical strategies to reduce environmental cardiovascular risk.\n\n\n\nOpportunities to support both heart health and planetary health.\n\n\n\n\nPlease note this webinar has not been accredited and certificates will not be issued.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/planetary-health-and-the-heart-environmental-risks-and-cardiovascular-health-3/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T111500
DTSTAMP:20260910T235449Z
CREATED:20260910T235447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T235449Z
UID:10000760-1793269800-1793272500@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:WorkSafe: Health and Safety Month - My patient has been off work for a year. How do I best support them?
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by WorkSafe Victoria \n\n\n\nHealthcare providers play an important role in supporting recovery and return to work outcomes for injured workers who have been off work for a significant timeframe.  \n\n\n\nThis session explores common recovery barriers\, secondary psychological impacts\, WorkSafe support options and practical strategies than can help patients keep at it and stay on the path to a safe and sustainable return to work.  \n\n\n\nThe session will have expert presentations\, case studies and an engaging panel discussion to provide insights into supporting patients with complex needs and understand provider and scheme responsibilities. \n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\nDr Shaun SalimiDoctor\, Medical Advisor\, Coolaroo ClinicDr Salimi has over 23 years’ experience in Occupational Medicine. After graduating from the University of Western Australia in 2001\, he commenced work in occupational medicine and later completed a Graduate Diploma in Occupational and Environmental Medicine at Monash University. Throughout his career\, he has worked in occupational and industrial medical clinics across Victoria\, managing WorkCover patients. His principal areas of practice include work-related injury management\, return to work\, fitness for duty assessments\, and independent medical examinations. He has been a Medical Advisor to the Victorian WorkCover Authority since 2007 and has also advised a range of major organisations.In 2012\, Dr Salimi was a finalist for the WorkSafe Victoria Return to Work Award in the Medical Practitioner category. He has delivered educational presentations to general practitioners on occupational medicine and return to work as part of the RACGP continuing professional development program. Dr Salimi also prepares independent medicolegal reports and conducts fitness for duty assessments. MBBS (UWA)\, Grad Dip Occ Env Med (Monash)\, BMedSci (Hons)\n\n\n\n\n\nDr Ann Boonzaier (Clinical Psychologist)Clinical Advisor at Clinical Panel\, WorkSafe VictoriaDr Boonzaier is a clinical psychologist with more than 20 years’ experience working across public mental health\, hospitals\, specialist clinics\, and private practice. I have a special interest in the psychological impact of chronic pain\, trauma\, psychological injury\, and chronic illness. My clinical work focuses on translating psychological research into practical strategies that support small\, sustainable changes with lasting impact on wellbeing and clinical outcomes. I have been with the WorkSafe Clinical Panel since 2022 and am an Accredited EMDR Practitioner\, an AHPRA approved Clinical Psychology Supervisor\, and a member of APS\, ACPA\, EMDRAA and APMA.\n\n\n\n\n\nAnjelo RatnachandraAPA titled Pain Physiotherapist and Director\, Beyond PainAnjelo has worked in chronic illness management for nearly two decades. Aside from his clinical experience\, he has also worked in Occupational Rehabilitation and consults with corporations and government organisations on injury prevention and early intervention. His self-guiding book\, Beyond Pain\, offers practical strategies for living well despite persistent symptoms.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/worksafe-health-and-safety-month-my-patient-has-been-off-work-for-a-year-how-do-i-best-support-them/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260908T032706Z
CREATED:20260908T032704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T032706Z
UID:10000751-1793282400-1793286000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged Care Virtual Community of Practice: North Region
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese quarterly sessions provide a practical\, peer-led forum for general practice\, residential aged care and other healthcare providers to continue the conversations started through the Aged Care Collaborative Sessions. Each session is designed to support shared learning\, strengthen local connections and explore practical approaches to improving coordination of care for residents. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis session is suitable for: \n\n\n\n\nGeneral practice staff\, particularly GPs providing care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\nPractice nurses and nurse practitioners supporting aged care work\n\n\n\nRACH staff\, including clinical managers\, facility managers\, and relevant corporate roles\n\n\n\nOther healthcare providers involved in delivering care to residents in RACHs\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\nEach quarter will have a different theme. This session will focus on Palliative Care / End of Life Care and difficult conversations including a case study and will also include opportunities for discussion\, peer learning\, shared problem-solving and resource sharing. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there. \n\n\n\nFor more informationAged Care teamRACHsupport@emphn.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/aged-care-virtual-community-of-practice-north-region-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260922T061422Z
CREATED:20260922T013620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T061422Z
UID:10000779-1793295000-1793305800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Red Legs: Is it Cellulitis?
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 evening education event will bring together clinicians with expertise in infectious diseases and wound care to explore the assessment and management of the red\, swollen lower limb.  \n\n\n\nHear from experts in infectious diseases and wound care as they explore the assessment and management of the red\, swollen lower limb. Through practical clinical insights and real-world case discussions\, discover how to recognise cellulitis\, identify common mimics and support effective management and prevention.  \n\n\n\nTopics will include:  \n\n\n\n\nDifferentiating red legs vs cellulitis\, diagnostic processes\, hospitalisation requirements (or not)\, referral process for recurrent cellulitis \n\n\n\nRed Legs: Is it Cellulitis? – A dermatologist’s perspective on assessing the red leg and recognising conditions that can mimic cellulitis \n\n\n\nInflammation management\, restorative skin care\, wound and blister management \n\n\n\nThe role of compression (prevention and management) and preventative skin care \n\n\n\n\nHear from leading experts including:  \n\n\n\n\nDr Satwik Motaganahalli\, Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship physician\, Austin Health \n\n\n\nDr Louise Sayers\, Senior Dermatology Registrar\, Austin Health \n\n\n\nGreer Hosking\, Wound CNC\, Austin Health \n\n\n\nMaree O’Conner\, Lymphoedema Practitioner\, Lymphoedema Education Solutions \n\n\n\n\nCertificates of Attendance will be issued for self-lodgement of CPD hours (Educational Activities).  \n\n\n\nLight supper and refreshments will be provided and the opportunity to connect with leading wound care companies.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/red-legs-is-it-cellulitis/
LOCATION:Austin Towers Education Precinct\, Level 4 145 Studley Road\, Heidelberg\, Victoria\, 3084\, Australia
CATEGORIES:General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261029T193000
DTSTAMP:20261007T032438Z
CREATED:20261007T032435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T032438Z
UID:10000805-1793298600-1793302200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Summer Preparedness in Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPreparing Practices\, Connecting Systems and Strengthening Community Resilience \n\n\n\nThe Primary Health Networks (PHNs) are pleased to invite you to join us for a webinar exploring the role of primary care in emergency preparedness\, response and recovery. \n\n\n\nAs communities prepare for the summer season\, primary care plays a critical role in supporting patients\, maintaining continuity of care and contributing to coordinate emergency responses. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will provide practical insights into emergency management arrangements\, seasonal risks and opportunities for collaboration across the health system. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\n\nAdam Lee\, Senior Emergency Management Officer\, Department of Health\n\n\n\nDolphina Truter\, Practice Manager\, Beaufort Family Practice\n\n\n\n\nTopics:\n\n\n\n\nSummer seasonal outlook and emerging risks\n\n\n\nThe roles of primary care\, PHNs and the Department of Health\, and how they work together during emergency preparedness and response.\n\n\n\nPractical application of the Health Emergency Management Sub-Plan\n\n\n\nThe Field Emergency Medical Officers (FEMO) program\n\n\n\nCase Study: Key learnings from a bushfire emergency\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is hosted by Western Victoria Primary Health Network (WVPHN) in collaboration with North Western Melbourne PHN\, Melbourne PHN\, Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Gippsland PHN\, Murray PHN\, and South Eastern Melbourne PHN.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/summer-preparedness-in-primary-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260921T030404Z
CREATED:20260921T030401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T030404Z
UID:10000774-1793790000-1793797200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST)
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\nWentWest invites GPs and Allied Health Professionals to complete the IAR-DST online training. \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\, Disability and Ageing and is being rolled out nationally. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\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\nYou only need to complete one session regardless of the adaptation. Our sessions are in demand\, and we ask that you do not register for more than one session. \n\n\n\nPresenter:\n\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network. \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\nAll CPD hours are to be self-logged. \n\n\n\nPlease note that submitting your RSVP does not automatically register you for this event. Your registration is not confirmed until you have received a confirmation email from the WentWest Events Team. \n\n\n\nFOR MORE INFORMATION\, PLEASE CONTACT \n\n\n\n\nPhone: (02) 8811 7117\n\n\n\nEmail: events@wentwest.com.au\n\n\n\n\nWentWest operates as the Western Sydney Primary Health Network. \n\n\n\n\nNational Training Flyer Oct-Nov 2026Download PDF
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-decision-support-tool-iar-dst-3/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Sydney PHN":MAILTO:events@wentwest.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T140000
DTSTAMP:20261020T022750Z
CREATED:20261020T022743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T022750Z
UID:10000814-1793797200-1793800800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medicare Mental Health Check In information session
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing for a webinar on Medicare Mental Health Check In\, a free online service that supports people experiencing mild mental health challenges. The service helps people build practical skills\, confidence\, and improve their mental health through Low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT). \n\n\n\nHear from representatives from both the Department and St Vincent’s Health Australia on: \n\n\n\n\nhow Medicare Mental Health Check In works\n\n\n\nwhich patients may benefit from the service\n\n\n\nthe evidence behind LiCBT\n\n\n\nreferral pathways and integration with clinical care\n\n\n\npatient safety\, privacy and risk management processes\n\n\n\npractical examples and patient journey insights.\n\n\n\n\nThe session will also include a live Q&A panel\, providing an opportunity to ask questions and hear directly from experts. The webinar will be recorded and made available following the event for those unable to attend live.  \n\n\n\nTo learn more about Medicare Mental Health Check In\, visit mentalhealthcheckin.gov.au.  \n\n\n\nMedicare Mental Health Check In is part of the broader Medicare Mental Health services\, which includes the national website (medicarementalhealth.gov.au)\, Medicare Mental Health phone service (1800 595 212)\, Medicare Mental Health Centres\, and Medicare Mental Health Kids Hubs.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/medicare-mental-health-check-in-information-session/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261104T200000
DTSTAMP:20261021T030542Z
CREATED:20261021T030539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T030542Z
UID:10000821-1793817000-1793822400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Breast density\, risk management and inclusive cervical screening: a primary care update
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session will be delivered in partnership with the PHN Southern Alliance\, the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer\, BreastScreen Victoria and Cancer Council Victoria. Explore key developments in breast cancer risk management\, including recognising breast symptoms\, understanding breast density\, and navigating new breast density reporting within the BreastScreen Australia Program. Expert insights into evidence-based assessment\, referral pathways and patient communication will be provided. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will explore key developments in breast cancer risk management\, including recognising breast symptoms\, understanding breast density\, and navigating new breast density reporting within the BreastScreen Australia Program. Expert insights into evidence-based assessment\, referral pathways and patient communication will be provided. \n\n\n\nA case study from general practice will demonstrate how to support patients from multicultural communities to participate in the BreastScreen program. It will also show how to educate patients to access\, view and use their BreastScreen results through My Health Record. \n\n\n\nThe session will explore inclusive cervical screening for LGBTQIA+ communities\, highlighting the unique barriers that can impact participation and outcomes. Participants will gain practical strategies to create safer\, more inclusive screening experiences\, build confidence in discussing cervical screening with people of diverse genders and sexualities\, and apply current evidence-based clinical recommendations to support equitable\, person-centred care. \n\n\n\nThe webinar will conclude with an interactive Q&A session\, providing an opportunity to engage directly with an expert multidisciplinary panel and explore practical challenges encountered in primary care. \n\n\n\nThis session is designed for GPs\, practice nurses and other primary care professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge and confidence in delivering person-centred cancer screening care.  \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nDr David Speakman is a breast\, melanoma and skin services clinician at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and State Clinical Director of BreastScreen Victoria\, where he chairs the Quality and Accreditation Committee. A former Peter Mac Chief Medical Officer\, he contributes to cancer education\, clinical guidelines and optimal care pathways. In 2022\, David received the Medal of the Order of Australia for service to medicine. \n\n\n\nSarah Mills has been the State Radiographer with BreastScreen Victoria since 2023 and has worked in screening and assessment since 2014. She is involved in policy and project work within the coordination unit\, monitors image quality across the state and participates in quality committees. \n\n\n\nDr Jennifer Maxwell is a general practitioner\, RACGP fellow\, medical director and practice owner. She brings more than 15 years of experience across Australia and the United Kingdom. She is an active member of the North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) General Practice Expert Advisory Group and recently joined the GP Integration Unit at Western Health as the General Practice Advisor.  \n\n\n\nDr Nick Silberstein is a general practitioner working in the Equinox Gender Diverse Health Centre\, part of Thorne Harbour Health. It provides gender affirming care to people identifying as gender diverse or transgender. Nick was a member of the Australian Therapeutic Advisory Group for Immunisation for nine years\, during which time he participated in policy and recommendations for the vaccine against human papillomavirus and contributed to the development of the cervical cancer elimination program \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nDescribe evidence-based approaches to breast cancer risk assessment and management\, including breast density reporting\, symptom recognition and appropriate referral pathways for further investigation.\n\n\n\nImplement strategies to support equitable access and participation in the BreastScreen program for people from multicultural communities.\n\n\n\nEducate patients on how to locate\, view and use BreastScreen results available through My Health Record.\n\n\n\nApply cervical screening considerations for LGBTIQA+ communities\, including evidence-based strategies and clinical recommendations.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/breast-density-risk-management-and-inclusive-cervical-screening-a-primary-care-update/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Practice manager,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T143000
DTSTAMP:20261026T223350Z
CREATED:20261026T223346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T223350Z
UID:10000829-1793880000-1793889000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Nurse Skill Share – Let’s talk cancer screening: putting prevention into 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 Nurse Skill Share – a space for nurses to learn\, share\, and grow together. Led by experienced professionals\, these sessions dive into key topics and offer insights you can use every day. They are also a great chance to ask questions\, exchange experiences\, and build supportive connections. Nurses working in primary care and aged care are welcome to attend. \n\n\n\nThis interactive event will provide an overview of Australia’s four national cancer screening programs: bowel\, breast\, cervical and lung. It will explore the critical role nurses play in improving participation and outcomes. Participants will learn practical strategies to identify\, engage and support eligible patients\, including people from under-screened groups\, to increase uptake within their practice. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\nKate Flynn is the Clinical Education Lead at the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer. Kate is a registered nurse and nurse cervical screening provider\, with clinical experience in gynaecology and oncology. She is passionate about promoting the important role of nurses in the delivery of the national cancer screening programs\, including improving equity of access for all.  \n\n\n\nMichelle Cornelius is a registered nurse with 20 years of experience in health care\, specialising in sexual and reproductive health and has extensive experience as a nurse cervical screening provider\, clinical educator and clinical manager. She works as the Primary Care Engagement Manager in the Screening Early Detection and Immunisation team at Cancer Council Victoria. Michelle is completing a Master of Health Leadership and Management at UNSW. She is passionate about preventative health care and is committed to ensuring access to safe\, evidence-based\, and non-judgemental health services to all. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nExplain the role of nurses in strengthening patient participation in the national cancer screening programs. \n\n\n\nDiscuss the eligibility and follow-up requirements for each of the national cancer screening programs (bowel\, breast\, cervical and lung). \n\n\n\nApply practical strategies to identify and engage eligible patients\, including people from under-screened groups\, in appropriate cancer screening programs.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/nurse-skill-share-lets-talk-cancer-screening-putting-prevention-into-practice/
LOCATION:Sunbury – Hume Global Learning Centre
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice nurse
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