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SUMMARY:COVID-19 vaccination in Australian general practice Quality Improvement Program
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our experts as they discuss latest recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination in older patients. This practice-wide quality improvement exercise will enable you to identify potential barriers to vaccine uptake and check your performance against evidence-based benchmarks. \n\n\n\nThere are two pathways for this program\, one for GPs\, and one for Practice staff (including practice managers\, practice nurses and other relevant practice staff). Please ensure you select the right program for your position. \n\n\n\nThis education is designed to take place over multiple weeks. It does not need to be completed in one sitting. You can stop at any time\, and progress will be saved. You can find education you have started on your Dashboard. \n\n\n\nOn completion of this quality improvement program\, you will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand the current status of COVID-19 in Australia\, in particular its impact on older patients in primary care \n\n\n\nClarify the role of vaccination in preventing COVID-19-related morbidity and mortality in older patients \n\n\n\nReview current best practice recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination in patients aged 65 and older \n\n\n\nUsing a team-based approach\, decide on quality improvement targets and actions related to improving uptake of COVID-19 vaccines in older patients in primary care \n\n\n\nImplement and reflect on practice-wide quality improvement initiatives for increasing COVID-19 vaccine uptake
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/covid-19-vaccination-in-australian-general-practice-quality-improvement-program/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261007T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261007T133000
DTSTAMP:20260922T062024Z
CREATED:20260916T233456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T062024Z
UID:10000767-1791376200-1791379800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:A global conversation: supporting the wellbeing of young people living with type 2 diabetes
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 is the fifth webinar in the “Wellbeing Matters: Supporting Young People Living with Diabetes” series\, where we are exploring topics designed to inform\, inspire\, and spark meaningful discussion.  \n\n\n\nThe series is delivered as part of the INSPIRE youth type 2 diabetes (YT2D) study\, led by A/Prof Renae Kirkham at the DIABETES across the LIFECOURSE: Northern Australia Partnership. \n\n\n\nThis webinar brings together international perspectives on how wellbeing and mental health can be recognised\, prioritised and supported as an integral part of youth diabetes care. Presenters will share their experiences\, approaches and practical strategies for embedding psychosocial care into everyday diabetes management\, offering insights into what works across different healthcare settings. The session will explore the common challenges faced by young people living with diabetes\, as well as the opportunities to strengthen support in ways that are responsive to their individual needs and contexts.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/a-global-conversation-supporting-the-wellbeing-of-young-people-living-with-type-2-diabetes/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261007T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261007T213000
DTSTAMP:20261005T063341Z
CREATED:20261001T062029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T063341Z
UID:10000791-1791397800-1791408600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Advancing Patient Access Through Novel Genetic Medicine
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\nIn partnership with Scribe Therapeutics\, the Monash Victorian Heart Institute is pleased to invite you to an exclusive dinner meeting bringing together general practitioners and specialist clinicians to discuss a cardioprotective genetic medicine being investigated in clinical trials across Australia and New Zealand\, and its potential impact on patient care. \n\n\n\nAs the healthcare professionals who often play a pivotal role in the early identification and ongoing management of patients with complex conditions\, general practitioners are uniquely positioned to support timely diagnosis\, referral pathways\, and patient access to innovative therapies which is why we’d love to speak to you! \n\n\n\nThe discussion will also explore how primary care can contribute to successful patient identification and enrolment initiatives\, helping ensure that eligible patients across Victoria have the opportunity to be considered for treatment. \n\n\n\nThis evening will provide an opportunity to engage with leading specialists\, ask questions\, and better understand the role of primary care in supporting access to this promising therapeutic advancement. We would be delighted to have you join us for what promises to be an informative and collaborative discussion. \n\n\n\nHear from our keynote speaker:  \n\n\n\nProfessor Stephen Nicholls\, Director Victorian Heart Institute\, Victorian Heart Hospital\, Monash Velos Accelerator  \n\n\n\nProgram highlights: \n\n\n\n\nThe clinical science behind this novel genetic medicine \n\n\n\nIdentification of potential candidates in primary care \n\n\n\nReferral pathways and enrolment processes across participating Victorian hospitals\n\n\n\nOpportunities for collaboration between GPs\, hospitals\, and specialist centres to improve patient access
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/advancing-patient-access-through-novel-genetic-medicine/
LOCATION:Mister Bianco\, 26-28 Cotham Road\, Kew\, Victoria\, 3101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260922T003226Z
CREATED:20260921T065826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T003226Z
UID:10000777-1791464400-1791468000@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/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T054148Z
CREATED:20260810T013841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T054148Z
UID:10000714-1791478800-1791489600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis C for Nurses and Midwives
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis free training course provides nurses and midwives with the knowledge and confidence to increase screening and management of hepatitis C in primary care settings. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:\n\n\n\nOn completion of this course and its components\, participants will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nIdentify when testing/screening for HCV is indicated.\n\n\n\nInterpret HCV test results.\n\n\n\nDiscuss required pre-treatment assessments for HCV.\n\n\n\nDetermine which HCV treatment\, monitoring and follow-up required.\n\n\n\nExamine the role of the nurse and midwife in models of care for HCV testing\, treatment and follow-up.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-c-for-nurses-and-midwives-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T183000
DTSTAMP:20260825T052915Z
CREATED:20260824T075800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T052915Z
UID:10000734-1791484200-1791484200@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-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Practice manager
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260921T024726Z
CREATED:20260921T024406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T024726Z
UID:10000769-1791486000-1791493200@emphn.org.au
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
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
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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: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
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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: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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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:20261105T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260909T044154Z
CREATED:20260827T061913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T044154Z
UID:10000737-1793903400-1793910600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Trans & Gender Diverse Primary Care November Series (3-Part Online Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis three-week online workshop series is purpose-built for General Practitioners and prescribing clinicians in Victoria who are seeking to expand their knowledge and confidence in trans and gender diverse (TGD) primary care.  \n\n\n\nRegistration includes all three workshop times:  \n\n\n\n\nThursday 5th November 6:30 – 8:30pm \n\n\n\nThursday 12th November 6:30 – 8:30pm \n\n\n\nThursday 19th November 6:30 – 8:30pm \n\n\n\n\nCo-designed and delivered by leading GPs and TGD health professionals\, this CPD-accredited program aims to strengthen clinical capability\, improve access\, and support better health outcomes for TGD communities across Victoria.  \n\n\n\nWhat the course covers:  \n\n\n\n\nGender-affirming hormone therapy \n\n\n\nAffirmative practice and clinical logistics \n\n\n\nSurgical options \n\n\n\nReferral pathways \n\n\n\nMental health referral \n\n\n\nMedicare considerations \n\n\n\nBuilding and sustaining a community of practice \n\n\n\nCase-based and interactive learning \n\n\n\n\nThis course is made free of charge due to targeted funding and is available exclusively to Victorian GPs and prescribing clinicians. If you have additional access needs\, please let us know at the time of registration.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/trans-gender-diverse-primary-care-november-series-3-part-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T230653Z
CREATED:20260928T230650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T230653Z
UID:10000787-1793905200-1793908800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Sublocade Discontinuation Webinar | Beyond the Transition Plan: Emerging Challenges\, Shared Solutions and Troubleshooting for Victorian Prescribers & Pharmacists
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will bring together Addiction Medicine Specialists\, General Practitioners and Program Leaders to discuss real experiences\, clinical decision-making and practical strategies to support clients transitioning from Sublocade. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore common scenarios\, share lessons learned\, and discuss solutions to challenges encountered in prescribing and dispensing settings. \n\n\n\nPresenters:\n\n\n\n\nDr Sarah Garry\, Addiction Medicine Specialist & GP\, cohealth\n\n\n\nDr Ryan D’Cunha\, Addiction Medicine Specialist & GP\, cohealth\n\n\n\nDr Hayden Green\, GP\, cohealth\n\n\n\nDr Jon Cook\, Addiction Medicine Specialist\, Western Health\n\n\n\nSarah Lord\, Program Manager\, PAMS\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Practitioners\n\n\n\nAddiction Medicine Specialists\n\n\n\nNurse Practitioners\n\n\n\nCommunity Pharmacists\n\n\n\nAOD workers and other clinicians involved in opioid dependence treatment\n\n\n\n\nTopics will include:\n\n\n\n\nChallenges encountered during the Sublocade discontinuation process\n\n\n\nClinical troubleshooting and case-based discussion\n\n\n\nManaging client concerns and expectations\n\n\n\nShared learnings from Victorian services\n\n\n\nSubutex discontinuation end of 2027\n\n\n\nQ&A with the expert panel
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/sublocade-discontinuation-webinar-beyond-the-transition-plan-emerging-challenges-shared-solutions-and-troubleshooting-for-victorian-prescribers-pharmacists/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261112T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T062804Z
CREATED:20260914T074634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T062804Z
UID:10000763-1794508200-1794513600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:HIV s100 Prescriber Update: Drug Interactions
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 1-hour session will update HIV s100 prescribers and practitioners on the clinical challenges of polypharmacy and drug-drug interactions in people living with HIV.  \n\n\n\nThrough case-based discussions\, participants will explore common interaction risks involving antiretroviral therapy\, management of comorbidities\, and practical strategies to optimise medication safety and treatment outcomes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hiv-s100-prescriber-update-drug-interactions/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T030507Z
CREATED:20260921T030504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T030507Z
UID:10000775-1795521600-1795528800@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-4/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Sydney PHN":MAILTO:events@wentwest.com.au
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