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Ligamentous foot and ankle injuries not to be missed

Date Venue Organiser Presenter: Mr Sasha Roshan, Orthopaedic Surgeon Presentation title: Ligamentous foot and ankle injuries not to be missed Date: Wednesday, 14 May 2025 at 7.30pm Learning outcomes: Clinically identify time critical ligamentous injuries of the foot and ankle Describe the appropriate investigation of potentially unstable foot / ankle ligament injuries Describe the timely

Screen savvy – National Lung Cancer Screening Program; who, what, why and the implications

Presenter: Dr Hari Wimaleswaran, Respiratory and Sleep Physician Date: Wednesday, 21 May 2025 at 7.30pm
General practice

Breast disease in general practice: When to reassure, when to refer

Online webinar with presenter Dr Jasmina Kevric, Breast Surgeon
General practice

Common cardiac issues in post-menopausal women | Cabrini Health

Date Venue Organiser Learning outcomes: Summarise the basics of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction Describe the cardiovascular risk assessment, including risk factor modification and use of HRT
General practice

Navigating early pregnancy: New guidelines made simple | Cabrini Health

Date Venue Organiser Learning outcomes Identify women who benefit from low-dose aspirin in pregnancy Describe the recent updates to screening and diagnosis of GDM Outline evidence based management for Rh Negative women
General practice

Obesity in 2025: One-size doesn’t fit all | Cabrini Health

Date Venue Organiser Learning outcomes Summaries the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to achieve sustainable outcomes in managing obesity Describe the current evidence-based treatment options for obesity in 2025 Distinguish obesity as a complex, chronic disease requiring individualised, long-term management
General practice

When to refer in head and neck cancer | Cabrini Health

Mr Kobus Opperman, ENT and Head and Neck Surgeon
General practice

Updates in diagnosis and management of cutaneous melanoma

Dr Shiba Sinha is an Australian and British trained specialist plastic surgeon with a sub speciality interest in breast reconstruction, skin cancers and aesthetic breast and body surgery.
General practice

Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction: Rethinking IBS and Functional GI Syndromes

Dr Ashwin Patwardhan is an Australian and internationally trained Gastroenterologist and Interventional Endoscopist with expertise in pancreaticobiliary disease and advanced therapeutic endoscopy.
General practice

Autoantibody testing in musculoskeletal diseases: a practical case-based refresher

A practical case-based refresher on musculoskeletal or other undifferentiated presentations that warrant autoantibody testing in general practice; interpreting autoantibody test results in clinical context; and applying an evidence-based approach to autoantibody testing and interpretation in common general practice scenarios.
General practice musculoskeletal diseases

Advances in management of acute deep venous thrombosis and chronic venous obstruction

1. Identify patients who may benefit from interventional management of acute DVT. 2. Discuss the optimal therapy to prevent post-thrombotic syndrome. 3. Outline the latest management strategies for chronic venous obstruction.
General practice

Men’s health in general practice

Hear from five of Cabrini’s leading specialists present on key health issues affecting men. Featuring presentations and case study discussions from leading specialists in vascular surgery, urology, rheumatology, and cardiology. a) Gout: the diagnosis we make, and the disease we still miss – Dr Luigi Zolio, Rheumatologist b) Cardiac CT for GPs, Dr Rohit Samuel, Cardiologist c) Flow, frequency and PSA: Making sense of the middle-aged male - Dr Briony Norris, Urologist d) AAA in general practice: Who to scan, when to refer, and when it matters - Mr Joey Faraj, Vascular Surgeon, e) From bruit to brain: Navigating carotid disease in primary care - Mr Sam Farah, Vascular Surgeon 2 CPD Points
General practice

Chronic diarrhoea in primary care: a practical framework that actually works

Learning outcomes: 1. Apply a structured clinical approach to the assessment of adults with chronic diarrhoea, distinguishing functional from organic causes. 2. Discuss the most appropriate investigations, including faecal calprotectin, to avoid unnecessary or low-yield testing. 3. Identify patients who require specialist referral, including recognition of commonly overlooked diagnoses such as microscopic colitis and bile acid diarrhoea.
General practice

Cardiac CT for GPs

Learning outcomes: Describe the role of calcium scoring and CTCA, Outline the appropriate patient selection and clinical indications for cardiac CT8 and discuss tailoring management based on CT findings to reduce cardiac risk
General practice

Endometriosis and Adenomyosis: Evidence-Based Updates and Debunking the Social Media Myths

Dr Roni Ratner is a specialist gynaecologist who has undertaken an additional two years of training to provide expert care in minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy or key-hole) for women who suffer from severe endometriosis, fibroids and menstrual disorders as well as other general gynaecological conditions. As a result, Dr Ratner is one of only a few surgeons who can perform single incision hysterectomy and myomectomy.
Women's health

Management of Gastroesophageal reflux in 2026: When to investigate and refer? Is the fundoplication still the gold standard?

Join specialist oesophago-gastric surgeon Mr Matt Stokes for an expert-led session on the latest understanding and management of GORD, including recognising both typical and atypical symptoms. This session will explore practical strategies for escalating treatment in non-responders, when to refer for further investigation, and the role of surgery. Gain insights into modern surgical and endoscopic options, including their benefits, limitations, and patient selection.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux GORD

Mesenteric and renovascular arterial disease – a practical guide for GPs

Learn to spot the often-overlooked community presentations of significant mesenteric and renovascular arterial disease in this practical primary care-focused session. You’ll leave knowing which symptoms and red flags require urgent escalation to a vascular surgeon, and how to navigate referral timing and pathways. The session will also cover core management principles, including multidisciplinary care and the range of medical, surgical and endovascular treatment options.
General practice Mesenteric ischaemia Renovascular disease Vascular disease

Dysphagia in Primary Care: When to Worry and What to Do Next

Join Dr Josh Hammerschlag, Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, for a practical session on recognising and managing dysphagia in primary care. Learn how to identify subtle and intermittent symptoms, distinguish red flags, and determine when timely investigation or referral is needed. Gain confidence that many causes of dysphagia are treatable, with early diagnosis leading to better patient outcomes.
Dysphagia Gastroenterology

Mimics, masks and misses – abdominal red flags in the GLP-1 era

Dr Vered Buchholz Harari is an Upper Gastrointestinal, Bariatric and General Surgeon with expertise in oesophageal and gastric cancer, reflux disease, swallowing disorders and bariatric surgery. She has completed advanced fellowship training in Australia and the United Kingdom, including specialised training in oesophagogastric cancer surgery and robotic upper gastrointestinal surgery. Dr Buchholz Harari is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centred care using advanced laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgical techniques.
General practice

A concise update on hip arthroscopy – hip conditions affecting young patients and when to refer for surgery?

Join orthopaedic surgeon Dr Jason Hockings for an update on contemporary hip and knee surgery, including hip arthroscopy, hip replacement and advances in knee replacement techniques. This session will explore current indications for referral, surgical approaches and emerging technologies such as robotics, helping clinicians confidently discuss treatment options with patients and support informed decision-making.
General practice

Menstrual disorders: Management in General Practice

Join specialist gynaecologist Dr Jessica Wade for an update on the identification, investigation and management of common menstrual conditions, including PCOS, fibroids, endometriosis and adenomyosis. This session will support clinicians to recognise menstrual disorders with greater confidence, understand appropriate investigations, and identify when referral to a gynaecologist is indicated.
General practice Women's health

Diverticular Disease – Myths and Management

Dr Joshua Balhorn, Colorectal and General Surgeon I am a specialist Colorectal and General Surgeon with a focus on minimally invasive surgery, including advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques. I completed my post-fellowship colorectal training through the Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSSANZ) across several major Melbourne centres, including the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Box Hill Hospital and The Alfred, with additional experience at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. I manage a broad range of colorectal conditions, including colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular disease, rectal prolapse, haemorrhoids, anal fissures and fistulas. I also have a particular interest in colonoscopy and the management of inguinal and complex abdominal hernias. My public appointments include The Alfred and Sandringham Hospitals, where I am involved in the care of patients requiring both elective and emergency colorectal and general surgical services
General practice

The First Trimester Toolbox – Practical management of bleeding, pain and uncertainty in early pregnancy

This session will provide an overview of the investigation and management of common first trimester presentations, including pain and bleeding, miscarriage and pregnancy of unknown location. Participants will also gain practical guidance on routine first trimester care, screening, investigations, medications and referral pathways to support optimal maternal and fetal outcomes.
General practice

Significance of breast density

This session will explore how breast density is measured, its relationship with breast cancer risk, and the supplementary screening options available for women with dense breasts. Participants will gain practical knowledge to support informed discussions with patients and guide evidence-based screening decisions.
General practice