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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260312T130000
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SUMMARY:Register for Cancer Council Victoria's Nurse Ambassador 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\nThe Nurse Ambassador Program will provide practice nurses with the latest clinical knowledge about the four national cancer screening programs (bowel\, breast\, cervical and lung) and viral hepatitis\, so they can effectively discuss and endorse cancer screening participation and drive cancer screening uptake in their practice.  \n\n\n\nThe program will also focus on how to engage and support underscreened communities in cancer screening and achieve health equity for all Australians.  \n\n\n\nNurses will be recognised as a ‘Nurse Cancer Screening Ambassador’ after completing a series of four online webinars and submitting a reflective practice activity.  \n\n\n\nThe next program will be running March 2026 and will be delivered online via Zoom on the following dates:  \n\n\n\n\nWebinar 1: Thursday 12 March 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm \n\n\n\nWebinar 2: Tuesday 17 March 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm \n\n\n\nWebinar 3: Thursday 26 March 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm \n\n\n\nWebinar 4: Tuesday 31 March 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm\n\n\n\n\nThis program is FREE and open to all practice nurses in Victoria!  \n\n\n\nIf you’d like any further information\, please contact 1800 111 255 or Certification@cancervic.org.au
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/register-for-cancer-council-victorias-nurse-ambassador-program/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="Cancer Council Victoria":MAILTO:jade.bate@cancervic.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260314T082000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260314T140000
DTSTAMP:20260120T040102Z
CREATED:20260119T054346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T040102Z
UID:10000509-1773476400-1773496800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Menopause: the good\, the bad and the challenges
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course is for at General Practitioners\, Physician and Obstetrics and Gynaecology consultants and trainees\, and other health professionals interested in women’s health.  \n\n\n\nA 1-day live online workshop featuring expert specialists in menopausal medicine\, focusing on evidence-based management of perimenopause\, menopause and related conditions\, with practical insights to improve patient care and outcomes. \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\n\n\n\n Identify key considerations for managing perimenopause and menopause.\n\n\n\nDiscuss myths and evidence-based clinical practice in menopause.\n\n\n\nRecognise interdisciplinary assessments and approaches related to menopause.\n\n\n\nFormulate management and referral plans for complications associated with menopause.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/menopause-the-good-the-bad-and-the-challenges/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260311T003451Z
CREATED:20260311T003448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T003451Z
UID:10000565-1773734400-1773853200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care in Aged Care Forum
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Palliative Care in Aged Care Forum is a landmark national event dedicated to strengthening the delivery of high-quality\, compassionate palliative care within aged care settings. \n\n\n\nDates: 17-18 March 2026Venue: Crown Conference Centre\, Naarm/Melbourne \n\n\n\nTaking place at a time of significant reform and renewed national focus\, the forum brings together professionals from across aged care\, health\, and policy to shape the future of care for older Australians. \n\n\n\nOver two days\, delegates will hear from leading experts and practitioners\, explore practical strategies for embedding palliative care into aged care frameworks\, and discuss ways to strengthen workforce capability and ensure person-centred\, dignified care at every stage. \n\n\n\nThrough keynote presentations\, interactive discussions\, and real-world case studies\, the forum fosters collaboration\, knowledge sharing\, and innovation across the sector. \n\n\n\nJoin us to gain valuable insights\, build meaningful connections\, and contribute to this important national conversation on improving end-of-life care for older Australians. \n\n\n\nSecure your spot now.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/palliative-care-in-aged-care-forum/
LOCATION:Crown Conference Centre\, Naarm/Melbourne
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260212T064417Z
CREATED:20260210T014208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T064417Z
UID:10000533-1773750600-1773754200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:NEPHN HP: A public health perspective on sexually transmitted infections
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe NEPHN-HP Public Health Clinical Series aims to bring together clinical stakeholders (across community\, primary and tertiary health services and residential facilities) within North-Eastern Melbourne to discuss topical public health issues in an interactive format.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/nephn-hp-a-public-health-perspective-on-sexually-transmitted-infections/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T203000
DTSTAMP:20260309T234230Z
CREATED:20260309T234228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T234230Z
UID:10000561-1773772200-1773779400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:When worry doesn’t retire: Anxiety in later life
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\nCome and join an engaging evening at St George’s Hospital Campus of St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne to explore evidence-based approaches for supporting the mental health of our ageing population.  \n\n\n\nAnxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition among older adults and are highly prevalent in residential care settings\, often resulting in significant distress and disability. While anxiety is a frequent presentation in general practice\, there are effective treatments available to improve patient outcomes. \n\n\n\nThis seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the presentation and assessment of anxiety disorders in late life\, with a dedicated focus on effective treatment options that are available.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will engage in practical activities to observe and trial psychological strategies that can be immediately implemented in general practice or residential care settings. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:  \n\n\n\n\nDemonstrate the ability to apply brief psychological strategies to assist patients presenting with late life anxiety.\n\n\n\nIdentify and describe the way that anxiety may present in older adults.\n\n\n\nDifferentiate between major anxiety disorder diagnoses in late-life patients.\n\n\n\nConsider what treatment options are available for anxiety in older adults.\n\n\n\n\nYou will be prompted to register on Praxhub to attend.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/when-worry-doesnt-retire-anxiety-in-later-life/
LOCATION:St Georges Hospital Campus\, 283 Cotham Road\, Kew
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T210000
DTSTAMP:20260216T000038Z
CREATED:20260216T000014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T000038Z
UID:10000540-1773774000-1773781200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Common gastroenterology problems in general practice and outpatient settings: optimising evaluation and management
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin North Western Melbourne PHN and Mercy Hospital in this webinar which will explore three common gastroenterological and liver-related problems in the outpatient setting and will provide an update into the best practice in their evaluation and management.  \n\n\n\nThe topics covered will include gastrointestinal reflux disease (GORD)\, including its complications of Barrett’s oesophagus\, and considerations with regard to investigation and management including with PPI therapy.  \n\n\n\nThe evaluation of common liver diseases and cirrhosis will be covered\, including with non-invasive markers of fibrosis\, HCC surveillance\, the importance of nutrition and advances in the management of portal hypertension.  \n\n\n\nAnd finally\, there will be a review of the management of H pylori – in particular\, resistant H pylori – as well as the complication of gastric intestinal metaplasia and its screening and management.  
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/common-gastroenterology-problems-in-general-practice-and-outpatient-settings-optimising-evaluation-and-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260318T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260223T044533Z
CREATED:20260223T043317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T044533Z
UID:10000546-1773833400-1773835200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:NEMHSCA "Know Your Network" Snapshot Session - Whittlesea and Darebin Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals
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 short\, focused sessions are designed to build understanding\, foster collaboration\, and make it easier for clinicians\, team leaders\, and lived and living experience workers to connect across services and better support consumers with co-occurring mental health and substance use needs. \n\n\n\n🕒 Session Format \n\n\n\n\n15-minute presentation – An overview of the featured service’s purpose\, roles\, access pathways\, and approach to practice.\n\n\n\n15-minute Q&A – Ask questions\, clarify referral processes\, and explore opportunities to collaborate.\n\n\n\nMonthly\, via Teams\n\n\n\nShowcasing a different service each month from the mental health\, AOD\, or related sectors\n\n\n\n\n👥 Who Should Attend? \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a clinician\, team leader\, or lived and living experience worker\, these sessions are designed to help you: \n\n\n\nAsk questions directly to service staff \n\n\n\nNavigate local referral pathways \n\n\n\nUnderstand service roles and eligibility
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/nemhsca-know-your-network-snapshot-session-whittlesea-and-darebin-mental-health-and-wellbeing-locals/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="NEMHSCA":MAILTO:agnieszka.kleparska@holstephealth.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260319T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260301T222941Z
CREATED:20260209T065944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T222941Z
UID:10000532-1773945000-1773948600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Anatomy of a ransomware attack on a medical centre
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: Jay Carters & Murray White from Data Box Solutions \n\n\n\nAnatomy of a Ransomware Attack on a Medical Centre” is a compelling\, real-world walkthrough of a cyberattack targeting a local GP medical centre. This session guides the audience through each critical stage of the incident\, from the initial phishing email and system lockout to the restoration of services and forensic investigation. \n\n\n\nIncluding a short update on:  \n\n\n\n\nMy Health Record and Better Faster Access
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/anatomy-of-a-ransomware-attack-on-a-medical-centre/
LOCATION:Online\, Teams
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260320T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260208T225826Z
CREATED:20260204T042914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T225826Z
UID:10000522-1774000800-1774008000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National Training
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe IAR Guidance (IAR) and Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is designed to establish a national\, standardised approach to conducting initial mental health assessments\, and support general practitioners and other health professionals to recommend the most appropriate level of care for a person seeking mental health support. The IAR and the IAR-DST are an Australian Government Department of Health\, Disability and Aging initiative bringing together information from various sources\, including Australian and international evidence and advice from various leading experts. \n\n\n\nOnline live workshopThe first component of the workshop will focus on:– An introduction to the IAR and the development of the suite of guidance documentation\, including stepped care in Australia.– Orientation to the domains\, levels of care\, and decision support tool. \n\n\n\nThe second component of the workshop is an interactive practical activity\, which includes:– Application of the IAR-DST using a consumer scenario.– Clinical judgement and supported decision-making. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes1. Discuss the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.2. Summarise the IAR development process.3. Explain the use of the IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.4. List the levels of care in relation to available regional services5. Identify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network.The session teaches you how to use the IAR-DST\, not how to conduct an assessment. The IAR-DST is not an assessment tool; it is a decision aid. Once you have completed a session you are able to use all adaptations of the IAR-DST.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/national-training-initial-assessment-and-referral-iar-for-mental-healthcare-2/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260115T031523Z
CREATED:20260115T031519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T031523Z
UID:10000502-1774087200-1774105200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) - In-person Workshop\, Warragul
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe opioid crisis in Australia continues to grow\, with increasing rates of dependence\, overdose and harm. Skilled prescribers are urgently needed to provide safe\, evidence-based treatment for affected patients. \n\n\n\nGain MATOD accreditation and build confidence in opioid dependence treatment with our flexible training options\, whilst earning CPD hours.  \n\n\n\nFace-to-Face Workshop: \n\n\n\nHands-on\, interactive learning with expert facilitators.  \n\n\n\nLocation: WarragulWhere: Mercure Warragul Conference Room\, 23 Mason St\, Warragul VIC 3820When: Saturday 21 March 2026\, 10:00 am – 3:00 pmFacilitator: Dr Anne SaundersRegister Now: CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nProvide appropriate overdose management advice.\n\n\n\nIdentify opioid toxicity in a patient requesting a prescription for opioids.\n\n\n\nRecognise opioid withdrawal in a patient requesting a prescription for opioids.\n\n\n\nDecide when opioid use disorder is present in a patient requesting a prescription of opioids.\n\n\n\nCompare the formulations of methadone and buprenorphine.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the Victorian medicolegal context to be able to manage patients with opioid use disorder.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/medication-assisted-treatment-for-opioid-dependence-matod-in-person-workshop-warragul/
LOCATION:Mercure Warragul Conference Room\, 23 Mason St\, Warragul\, VIC\, 3820
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260216T003156Z
CREATED:20260212T072351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T003156Z
UID:10000538-1774378800-1774382400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Training package for urgent care and emergency department professionals
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 panel discussion will explore practical insights and approaches to syphilis management in urgent and emergency care settings.  \n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes:  \n\n\n\n\nDiscuss current epidemiology of syphilis and implications for opportunistic screening for syphilis in urgent care clinics and emergency departments. \n\n\n\nExamine when to test\, what to order\, interpreting results and referral pathways for syphilis \n\n\n\nExamine practical application and insights via a panel discussion and consider how these can apply to urgent and emergency settings
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/training-package-for-urgent-care-and-emergency-department-professionals/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260326T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260319T013302Z
CREATED:20260319T011131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T013302Z
UID:10000572-1774549800-1774555200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Seasonal Respiratory Diseases - Annual 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\nJoin us to strengthen provider capability in delivering safe\, confident\, and well documented immunisation care. \n\n\n\nThe session will also include a brief discussion on the latest seasonal influenza vaccines for the upcoming flu season. \n\n\n\nParticipants from primary care and residential age care homes (RACH) will learn how to identify and manage patients with needle phobia\, using supportive communication and behavioural strategies to reduce anxiety. The session will also cover how to prevent\, manage\, and report common vaccine administration errors\, supporting quality and safety in clinical practice. \n\n\n\nAttendees will be guided through checking patient immunisation status on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) and uploading vaccine records to both AIR and My Health Record\, ensuring accurate\, reliable documentation. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\nGeorgina Lewis is a Registered Nurse with a background in paediatric nursing at the Royal Children’s Hospital\, Melbourne. She has a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Clinical Nursing\, Paediatrics and has been an accredited Nurse Immuniser since 2005. Georgina has been working with Victoria’s vaccine safety service\, SAEFVIC since 2007 and currently holds the position of Clinical Manager. She also works as a casual Nurse Immuniser with a local council. Her special interests include vaccine safety\, surveillance\, education and immunisation research. \n\n\n\nMichelle Ryan is a Clinical Nurse Coordinator in the Immunisation Clinic at the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne (RCH)\, with extensive paediatric experience across immunisation\, cardiac\, and renal nursing. She has delivered the National Immunisation Program in secondary schools across Melbourne’s eastern region for the past six years and also works in a private travel clinic providing specialised paediatric travel vaccines. \n\n\n\nMichelle spent 13 years on the cardiac and renal ward at RCH before joining the Immunisation Clinic in 2021. Her work caring for children with complex and chronic conditions has shaped her strong focus on protecting vulnerable populations through vaccination. \n\n\n\nHer professional interests include special‑risk immunisation\, improving access for immigrant and refugee families\, RSV prevention in neonates\, and supporting children with needle phobia. In 2025\, Michelle coordinated the RSV immunisation program at RCH and continues to lead the program in 2026. \n\n\n\nSarah Crowe Previously a Practice Manager working in general practice and allied health\, Sarah worked for the Eastern Melbourne PHN in the GP Redesign team and practice support team\, looking at how they can improve and strengthen general practice workflows. Sarah now works at the Western Vic PHN where she originally led the Remote Patient Monitoring Program and has since taken on the role of Digital Health Manager\, writing a Digital Health Strategy for western Victoria\, and supporting primary care to engage with digital health solutions in a meaningful way.   \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nExplain the latest 2026 Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) flu vaccine recommendations\n\n\n\nDescribe how to identify and manage patients with needle phobia\n\n\n\nDescribe how to prevent\, manage and report common vaccine errors\n\n\n\nExplain how to check patient immunisation status on Australian Immunisation Register\n\n\n\nExplain how to upload vaccines to Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) and My Health Record\n\n\n\n\nThis session is hosted by North Western Melbourne PHN in collaboration with Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Gippsland PHN\, Murray PHN\, South Eastern Melbourne PHN\, Tasmania PHN and Western Victoria PHN. \n\n\n\nIn registering for this event\, you acknowledge that attendance and evaluation data will be shared with the participating PHNs for attendance and evaluation purposes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/seasonal-respiratory-diseases-annual-update/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Allied health,EMPHN event,External event,General practice,Pharmacy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260327T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260327T163000
DTSTAMP:20251216T043434Z
CREATED:20251204T001924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T043434Z
UID:10000481-1774612800-1774629000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:National Hepatitis B s100 Prescriber Forum
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum is a half-day forum designed for hepatitis B s100 prescribers that will cover current and relevant sector priorities and topics. \n\n\n\nWith expert panels and interactive case discussions\, the 2026 Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum is an opportunity to dive deep into emerging areas of hepatitis B treatment and management and discuss the contemporary issues facing hepatitis B clinical care in Australia.  \n\n\n\nCPD & Endorsement:\n\n\n\nHBV s100 prescribers will receive 2 HBV CPD points for attending the Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum.   \n\n\n\nBy submitting and discussing your model of care\, you can receive an additional HBV CPD point\, totalling 3 CPD points to acquire all required CPD points for the year. \n\n\n\nRACGP\n\n\n\nThis course has been approved as a CPD activity by RACGP for the 2026-2028 triennium. Educational Activities: 4 hours. RACGP Activity Number: 397119 \n\n\n\nACCRM\n\n\n\nThis course has been approved by ACRRM as an accredited activity. Allocated total 4 PDP units: 4 Educational Activity. \n\n\n\nACNP\n\n\n\nThis activity is endorsed by the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) for 4 CPD hours. Endorsed until 14/1/2027. \n\n\n\nTarget Audience:\n\n\n\nHepatitis B s100 GP and NP Prescribers\, Sexual Health Registrars and Physicians\, Infectious Diseases Trainees and Physicians\, and medical practitioners who are interested in prescribing Hepatitis B s100 medication and managing patients living with hepatitis B.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/national-hepatitis-b-s100-prescriber-forum/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260115T032150Z
CREATED:20260115T032147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T032150Z
UID:10000505-1774692000-1774710000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) - In-person Workshop\, Werribee
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe opioid crisis in Australia continues to grow\, with increasing rates of dependence\, overdose and harm. Skilled prescribers are urgently needed to provide safe\, evidence-based treatment for affected patients. \n\n\n\nGain MATOD accreditation and build confidence in opioid dependence treatment with our flexible training options\, whilst earning CPD hours.  \n\n\n\nFace-to-Face Workshop: \n\n\n\nHands-on\, interactive learning with expert facilitators.  \n\n\n\nLocation: WerribeeWhere: Holiday Inn Werribee – Peregine Room\, 22 Synnot Street\, Werribee\, VIC  3030  When: Saturday 28 March 2026\, 10:00 am – 3:00 pmFacilitator: Dr Paul GrinziRegister Now: CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nProvide appropriate overdose management advice.\n\n\n\nIdentify opioid toxicity in a patient requesting a prescription for opioids.\n\n\n\nRecognise opioid withdrawal in a patient requesting a prescription for opioids.\n\n\n\nDecide when opioid use disorder is present in a patient requesting a prescription of opioids.\n\n\n\nCompare the formulations of methadone and buprenorphine.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the Victorian medicolegal context to be able to manage patients with opioid use disorder.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/medication-assisted-treatment-for-opioid-dependence-matod-in-person-workshop-werribee/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Werribee\, 22 Synnot Street\, Werribee\, VIC\, 3030
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260216T002236Z
CREATED:20260210T040246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T002236Z
UID:10000534-1774776600-1774803600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia 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\nThis event is specifically for primary care health professionals and students who work with people living with diabetes. Whether you are highly experienced or new to diabetes primary care\, this conference offers practical\, evidence-based skills to strengthen team-based practice. \n\n\n\nWhy join us?  \n\n\n\n\nPractical Clinical Sessions: Learn the latest in diabetes science alongside hands on strategies you can implement immediately. \n\n\n\nPerson First Communication: Build skills in language and communication approaches that enhance trust\, reduce stigma\, and improve emotional wellbeing. \n\n\n\nSystems for Success: Explore models of care that support effective diabetes management within the realities of busy primary care settings.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/2026-primary-care-diabetes-society-of-australia-conference/
LOCATION:Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne\, 328 Flinder Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia":MAILTO:admin@pcdsa.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260319T045640Z
CREATED:20260314T211537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T045640Z
UID:10000569-1774776600-1774803600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:2026 Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia 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\nThis event is specifically for primary care health professionals and students (including GPs\, nurses\, allied health\, and pharmacists) who work with people living with diabetes.  \n\n\n\nWhether you are highly experienced or new to diabetes primary care\, this conference offers practical\, evidence-based skills to strengthen team-based practice.  \n\n\n\nOrganised by the PCDSA\, the program goes beyond “knowing the guidelines” and focuses on how to apply them in real-world primary care settings practice.  \n\n\n\nWhat to expect Practical Clinical Sessions:  \n\n\n\n\nLearn the latest in diabetes science alongside hands on strategies you can implement immediately. \n\n\n\nPerson First Communication Build skills in language and communication approaches that enhance trust\, reduce stigma\, and improve emotional wellbeing. \n\n\n\nSystems for Success Explore models of care that support effective diabetes management within the realities of busy primary care settings. \n\n\n\n\nWhat’s included: \n\n\n\n\nMorning tea\, Networking lunch\, and afternoon tea \n\n\n\nFull access to all session recordings after the event \n\n\n\nA dynamic program featuring expert presenters and lived-experience perspectives.\n\n\n\n\nTickets are limited – register today to secure your place and join us in making a real difference for every person living with diabetes.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/2026-primary-care-diabetes-society-of-australia-conference-2/
LOCATION:Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne\, 328 Flinder Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event,General practice,Pharmacy
ORGANIZER;CN="Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia":MAILTO:admin@pcdsa.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260330T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260326T013723Z
CREATED:20260326T013721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T013723Z
UID:10000583-1774890000-1774893600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:What is an HPI-I and why do allied health professionals need one?
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 this practical webinar\, AHPA is joined by representatives from Services Australia and Ahpra to explain what HPI identifiers are\, why they matter\, and how allied health professionals and organisations can obtain and use them correctly. \n\n\n\nAllied health professionals require an HPI-I to: \n\n\n\n\nConnect to My Health Record\n\n\n\nUse secure messaging\n\n\n\nParticipate in Provider Connect Australia\n\n\n\nShare consumer health information safely and securely\n\n\n\n\nIf you work within an organisation\, your HPI-I connects with your organisation’s Healthcare Provider Identifier – Organisation (HPI-O). Both are essential components of digital connection. \n\n\n\nThis webinar explains how it all fits together.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/what-is-an-hpi-i-and-why-do-allied-health-professionals-need-one/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Allied health,External event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260323T035817Z
CREATED:20260319T013214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T035817Z
UID:10000573-1774944000-1774976400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Common dermatology challenges 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\nDermatologic presentations are common in general practice. Join NWMPHN and Western Health in this webinar which will include vignettes of common primary practice complaints\, including various differential diagnoses\, and how to differentiate between them. Key factors will be reviewed\, with a brief summary of initial workup and points to include in onwards referral. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n\n\n\nDr Holly Sexton (MBBS (Hons)\, FACD) is an Australian-trained specialist dermatologist and Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. \n\n\n\nShe completed her training at tertiary centres including Western Health\, RCH\, RMH\, Austin Health\, PMCC and Flinders Medical Centre in Adelaide.  \n\n\n\nHolly was awarded the ACD Travelling Scholarship and Founders Medal for her results in exit examinations. She provides dermatology services to the northern and western suburbs of Melbourne in private practice and public clinics at Western Health and Melbourne Health. She has broad interests including adult and paediatric medical dermatology and dermatologic surgery\, and is currently undertaking additional fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:\n\n\n\n\nExplain how to deliver initial best practice care\, and clarify when to appropriately refer.\n\n\n\nDescribe the key differential diagnoses for common dermatologic presentations to primary care.\n\n\n\nExplain how to conduct an initial patient evaluation and history\, and identify key investigations needed to clarify a diagnosis.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/common-dermatology-challenges-in-primary-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practitioner,Pharmacy,Practice nurse
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260319T005527Z
CREATED:20260216T003410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T005527Z
UID:10000541-1774981800-1774989000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Train the Trainer Program for PEP and Emergency Contraception in Acute Settings 
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\nEnhance your clinical confidence and teaching skills in acute and urgent care settings.  \n\n\n\nThis Train the Trainer program equips GPs and nurses with the latest evidence-based approaches to HIV Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) and Emergency Contraception\, plus the tools to train colleagues in your workplace.  \n\n\n\nThrough a mix of interactive online learning\, live sessions\, and practical toolkits\, you’ll gain the knowledge\, decision-making skills\, and peer education expertise to improve patient care and build capability across your team. 
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/train-the-trainer-program-for-pep-and-emergency-contraception-in-acute-settings/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,General practitioner,Health care professional,Practice nurse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260319T060225Z
CREATED:20260310T071318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T060225Z
UID:10000564-1774983600-1774989000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Breaking the cycle: managing iron deficiency and advancing women’s health in general practice - Exploring the challenges of inequity and gaps in rural and remote patient 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\nNo one-size fits all when it comes to women’s health. This essential discussion addresses the burden of iron deficiency and heavy menstrual bleeding in women’s health\, providing a practical roadmap for identifying and managing patients led through case discussions\, while specifically recognising gaps between clinical care and patient preferences.  \n\n\n\nOur expert panel\, of Australia’s leading specialists in women’s health\, navigates the current treatment landscape while challenging key myths and controversies regarding safety and appropriate management\, with live questions from the audience. Walk away with a streamlined clinical framework to identify\, treat\, and maintain iron stores\, ensuring that every woman\, regardless of geography\, receives high-standard of care\, across her life course. \n\n\n\nMenarini is pleased to invite you to our live recorded webinar medical education featuring Dr Anita Muñoz MBBS (Hons)\, FRACGP\, GradCertClinTeach\, MPH\, GAICD\, Dr Lindy Jackson (BBioMedSci (Hons)\, MBBS (Hons)\, FRACP\, PhD)\, and Dr Shahla Vilcassim MBBchBAO\, PhD\, FRACP\, FRCPA.  \n\n\n\nIf you are a primary care physician\, or associated health care professional with an interest in women’s health and iron deficiency\, join us for this exciting event. \n\n\n\nThis is a free medical education online event. An attendance certificate will be provided to those who register to claim self reported CPD points.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/breaking-the-cycle-managing-iron-deficiency-and-advancing-womens-health-in-general-practice-exploring-the-challenges-of-inequity-and-gaps-in-rural-and-remote-patient-care/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,Health care professional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260208T225819Z
CREATED:20260204T043041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T225819Z
UID:10000523-1775037600-1775044800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National Training
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe IAR Guidance (IAR) and Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is designed to establish a national\, standardised approach to conducting initial mental health assessments\, and support general practitioners and other health professionals to recommend the most appropriate level of care for a person seeking mental health support. The IAR and the IAR-DST are an Australian Government Department of Health\, Disability and Aging initiative bringing together information from various sources\, including Australian and international evidence and advice from various leading experts. \n\n\n\nOnline live workshopThe first component of the workshop will focus on:– An introduction to the IAR and the development of the suite of guidance documentation\, including stepped care in Australia.– Orientation to the domains\, levels of care\, and decision support tool. \n\n\n\nThe second component of the workshop is an interactive practical activity\, which includes:– Application of the IAR-DST using a consumer scenario.– Clinical judgement and supported decision-making. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes1. Discuss the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.2. Summarise the IAR development process.3. Explain the use of the IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.4. List the levels of care in relation to available regional services5. Identify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network.The session teaches you how to use the IAR-DST\, not how to conduct an assessment. The IAR-DST is not an assessment tool; it is a decision aid. Once you have completed a session you are able to use all adaptations of the IAR-DST.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/national-training-initial-assessment-and-referral-iar-for-mental-healthcare-3/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260310T020134Z
CREATED:20260310T020132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T020134Z
UID:10000563-1775068200-1775073600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Primary Care CVD Virtual Roadshow - Identify\, assess and manage CVD risk in the Eastern Melbourne 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\nJoin our expert panel featuring Prof David Hare and GP Dr. Amitabh Ilango\, for a virtual roadshow exploring the latest evidence in the identification\, assessment and management of cardiovascular (CVD) risk on 1 April 2026 6:30 – 8pm (AEST)  \n\n\n\nFollowing the success of 15 national roadshows delivered to general practice teams across Australia\, the Heart Foundation is excited to continue our journey with our next roadshow\, delivered in collaboration with Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN). \n\n\n\nTailored specifically for primary health professionals in the EMPHN region\, this dynamic\, 90-minute workshop will feature live presentations and audience Q&A with local clinical experts\, exploring the practical application of the 2023 Australian Guideline for assessing and managing cardiovascular disease risk and Aus CVD Risk calculator. The roadshow is aimed to equip you with the latest evidence and advice to support you with the identification\, assessment and management of CVD risk in your patients. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives include:  \n\n\n\n\nIdentify and assess risk factors on the latest clinical risk assessment recommendations incorporating new evidence on CVD risk factors\, imaging and biomarkers\n\n\n\nNavigate local referral pathways for CVD risk factor management and review\n\n\n\nDescribe strategies for the management of high blood pressure and cholesterol\, nutrition and other lifestyle support strategies\n\n\n\nSummarise application of Heart Health Checks\, including available resources for the general practice team. Participants will be encouraged to systematically embed Heart Health Checks as part of routine care.\n\n\n\n\nThis activity has been accredited by the RACGP and ACRRM for 1.5 Educational Activity CPD hours. RACGP CPD Activity no. 416743 and ACRRM Education Activity ID 39465.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/primary-care-cvd-virtual-roadshow-identify-assess-and-manage-cvd-risk-in-the-eastern-melbourne-region/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260319T050030Z
CREATED:20260313T024811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T050030Z
UID:10000567-1776276000-1776283200@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP Education Evening: Practical Approaches to Chronic Pain Management
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChronic pain remains one of the most challenging conditions to manage in general practice. Pain Matrix Eastern and Saluda Medical are excited to invite you to an engaging and practical session designed specifically for General Practitioners interested in strengthening their approach to pain management.  \n\n\n\nOur experienced pain specialists will share current\, evidence-based pain management techniques and discuss strategies that can be effectively applied in primary care settings.  \n\n\n\nOur speakers will explore common challenges in managing chronic pain\, highlight collaborative care models\, and offer guidance on navigating local services to ensure patients receive timely and appropriate support.  \n\n\n\nWe will provide valuable clarity around referral pathways to specialist pain services\, helping you better understand when and how to refer patients for specialist consultation and multidisciplinary pain management.  \n\n\n\nThis event offers an excellent opportunity to expand your clinical toolkit\, gain CPD points\, improve patient outcomes\, and connect with our pain specialists in a collaborative learning environment.  \n\n\n\nWhether you are looking to update your knowledge or refine your referral approach\, our specialists will provide practical insights you can apply immediately in your practice.  \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you for an evening of dinner\, networking\, and valuable learning.  \n\n\n\nPlease send through your dietary requirements to info@painmatrixeastern.com.au. Following the event we will supply RACGP approved certificates for claiming of CPD points.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/gp-education-evening-practical-approaches-to-chronic-pain-management/
LOCATION:Box Hill Golf Club\, 202 Station Street\, Box Hill\, Victoria\, 3128\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T191500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260324T050342Z
CREATED:20260323T050940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T050342Z
UID:10000577-1776280500-1776285000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Clinical application of Social and Emotional Wellbeing to support Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Families
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 in partnership with Emerging Minds. \n\n\n\nAt this webinar\, our First Nations panellists will explore the clinical application of the SEWB framework\, guiding practitioners to balance clinical and cultural knowledge\, address common implementation challenges\, and embed culturally informed approaches throughout therapeutic and care planning processes. \n\n\n\nAttend to strengthen your practice when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.  \n\n\n\nThis is the second of a 2-part series. Both webinars are standalone and can be viewed independently\, however MHPN recommends viewing both where possible to ensure optimal engagement with the content.  \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:  \n\n\n\n\nDemonstrate the clinical application of Social and Emotional Well Being. \n\n\n\nDescribe how to apply Social and Emotional Well Being at different levels of service. \n\n\n\nIdentify how Social and Emotional Well Being applies to diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and identities.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/clinical-application-of-social-and-emotional-wellbeing-to-support-aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-families/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:General practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T141000
DTSTAMP:20260324T044805Z
CREATED:20260320T013914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T044805Z
UID:10000575-1776776400-1776780600@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:HIV in Aged Care: Everyday Precautions\, Everyday Respect
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\nA short\, practical webinar for nurses working in aged and residential care\, focused on everyday infection prevention habits that protect residents and staff\, and support respectful\, consistent care for everyone.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll cover standard precautions for blood and body fluids\, what to do after a needlestick or splash\, and simple communication approaches that protect privacy and dignity.  \n\n\n\nIt includes a lived experience presentation highlighting what respectful care can look like in aged care settings.  \n\n\n\nOn completion of this course and its components\, participants will be able to:  \n\n\n\n\nApply standard precautions consistently. \n\n\n\nRespond appropriately to sharps and splash exposures Deliver respectful\, confidentiality-safe care.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/hiv-in-aged-care-everyday-precautions-everyday-respect/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM Health":MAILTO:jaimi.ward@ashm.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260422T123000
DTSTAMP:20260223T044524Z
CREATED:20260223T043500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T044524Z
UID:10000547-1776859200-1776861000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:NEMHSCA "Know Your Network" Snapshot Session - Healthability Afterhours Mental Health Nursing Service
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 short\, focused sessions are designed to build understanding\, foster collaboration\, and make it easier for clinicians\, team leaders\, and lived and living experience workers to connect across services and better support consumers with co-occurring mental health and substance use needs.🕒 Session Format \n\n\n\n\n15-minute presentation – An overview of the featured service’s purpose\, roles\, access pathways\, and approach to practice.\n\n\n\n15-minute Q&A – Ask questions\, clarify referral processes\, and explore opportunities to collaborate.\n\n\n\nMonthly\, via Teams\n\n\n\nShowcasing a different service each month from the mental health\, AOD\, or related sectors\n\n\n\n\n👥 Who Should Attend? \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a clinician\, team leader\, or lived and living experience worker\, these sessions are designed to help you: \n\n\n\nAsk questions directly to service staff \n\n\n\nNavigate local referral pathways \n\n\n\nUnderstand service roles and eligibility
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/nemhsca-know-your-network-snapshot-session-healthability-afterhours-mental-health-nursing-service/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,Health care professional,Practice nurse
ORGANIZER;CN="NEMHSCA":MAILTO:agnieszka.kleparska@holstephealth.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260423T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T004635Z
CREATED:20260310T001038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T004635Z
UID:10000562-1776933000-1776956400@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Practice Manager Education Day - April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEastern Melbourne PHN invites Practice Managers to a full-day event of education and networking. \n\n\n\nEvent details: \n\n\n\n\n8:30am – 3:00pm (sign-in from 8am\, prompt start at 8:30am)\n\n\n\n23 April 2026\n\n\n\nManningham Function Centre\, 699 Doncaster Road\, Doncaster \n\n\n\n\nEvent guest speakers include: \n\n\n\n\nLeading Under Pressure – A Practical HR FrameworkHR in Health | George SotirisAn interactive session helping Practice Managers prioritise people and compliance\, reduce reactive decision‑making\, and strengthen leadership confidence.\n\n\n\nAnatomy of a Ransomware Attack on a Medical CentreData Box | Jay Carters & Murray WhiteA real‑world walkthrough of a GP clinic cyberattack\, revealing key lessons in incident response\, legal obligations and building cyber resilience in healthcare.\n\n\n\nStaff Recruitment and Retention – Emerging Trends in Primary HealthcareMedical Practice Jobs | Madeleine ClaireInsights into current recruitment and retention challenges in primary healthcare\, with practical strategies for success.\n\n\n\nIndustry Changes and how AAPM can support Practice ManagersAAPM | Pip CowdenAn update on key industry changes and how AAPM programs and services can support Practice Managers.\n\n\n\nUpcoming Sixth Edition Standards OverviewRACGP | Raelene SimpsonA high-level overview of the proposed new requirements in the sixth edition RACGP Standards\, including key impacts and considerations for practices.\n\n\n\n\nEMPHN speakers include: \n\n\n\n\nSelf-Care and Wellbeing at WorkRachel Pritchard\, Credentialed Mental Health Nurse\, Manager – Medicare Mental Health\n\n\n\nEMPHN will also provide updates on various programs and services to support your practice. \n\n\n\n\nPlease note: Registrations are currently limited to one participant per practice.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/practice-manager-education-day-2/
LOCATION:Manningham Function Centre\, 669 Doncaster Road\, Doncaster\, VIC\, 3108\, Australia
CATEGORIES:EMPHN event,General practice,Practice manager
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260428T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260428T093000
DTSTAMP:20260401T034120Z
CREATED:20260401T034117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T034120Z
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SUMMARY:Allied Health Voices - Insights Breakfast
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 allied health professionals from across Eastern Melbourne for a breakfast session focused on shared insight of the industry. \n\n\n\nThis discussion-based morning will explore and validate key findings from the recent Allied Health Professional Survey led by EMPHN. We will discuss your perspectives and how they will play an important role in shaping workforce priorities and informing future planning across the region. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a complimentary hot and cold breakfast while connecting with peers in an informal setting designed to encourage meaningful conversation. \n\n\n\nPlaces are limited to support quality discussion\, so early registration is encouraged.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/allied-health-voices-insights-breakfast/
LOCATION:Rydges Ringwood 96 Maroondah Highway
CATEGORIES:Allied health,EMPHN event
ORGANIZER;CN="EMPHN":MAILTO:events@emphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260428T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260208T225812Z
CREATED:20260204T043130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T225812Z
UID:10000524-1777377600-1777384800@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:IAR-DST National Training
DESCRIPTION:Date\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe IAR Guidance (IAR) and Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is designed to establish a national\, standardised approach to conducting initial mental health assessments\, and support general practitioners and other health professionals to recommend the most appropriate level of care for a person seeking mental health support. The IAR and the IAR-DST are an Australian Government Department of Health\, Disability and Aging initiative bringing together information from various sources\, including Australian and international evidence and advice from various leading experts. \n\n\n\nOnline live workshopThe first component of the workshop will focus on:– An introduction to the IAR and the development of the suite of guidance documentation\, including stepped care in Australia.– Orientation to the domains\, levels of care\, and decision support tool. \n\n\n\nThe second component of the workshop is an interactive practical activity\, which includes:– Application of the IAR-DST using a consumer scenario.– Clinical judgement and supported decision-making. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes1. Discuss the principles underpinning the national approach to stepped care.2. Summarise the IAR development process.3. Explain the use of the IAR Guidance in practice settings to generate a recommended level of care.4. List the levels of care in relation to available regional services5. Identify the principles related to clinical decision making and consumer choice \n\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by an experienced IAR Training and Support Officer (TSO) from the National TSO Network.The session teaches you how to use the IAR-DST\, not how to conduct an assessment. The IAR-DST is not an assessment tool; it is a decision aid. Once you have completed a session you are able to use all adaptations of the IAR-DST.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/national-training-initial-assessment-and-referral-iar-for-mental-healthcare-4/
LOCATION:Online\, ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T034703Z
CREATED:20260414T003738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T034703Z
UID:10000600-1777485600-1777491000@emphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Reducing stigma and supporting priority populations in the National Lung Cancer Screening 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 us for an exclusive webinar hosted by the Australian Government and Lung Foundation Australia to hear from our expert panel on supporting priority populations and reducing stigma to encourage participation in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes:  \n\n\n\n\nIdentify priority populations who may face barriers in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program. \n\n\n\nImplement strategies to create safe\, inclusive\, and supportive practice environments that encourage participation in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program. \n\n\n\n\nThis virtual learning event is accredited with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP – Activity ID 1574596)\, Australian College of Nurse Practitioners\, Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine and the National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Isander Health Workers and Practitioners for 1.5 hours of Educational Activity. \n\n\n\nYou will have the opportunity to ask our expert panel about your questions during the Q&A session! The webinar will also be available on demand from the following day; please register now for access to the recording.
URL:https://emphn.org.au/event/reducing-stigma-and-supporting-priority-populations-in-the-national-lung-cancer-screening-program/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External event,General practice,Health care professional
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