Mar
31
7:00 pm19:00
Other

Mental Health Professionals’ Network (MHPN): Improving your practice: Working across sectors

Register for this webinar to see four esteemed practitioners respond in-situ to hypothetical scenarios about people living with diverse, changing and complex mental health needs. With no advance briefings about each scenario, the panel will respond "on the spot”, demonstrating the strategies they’d employ to overcome challenges and work together to provide support, treatment and care.

Moderated by Dr Ruth Vine (Psychiatrist), the panel comprises Dr Paul Fung (Psychiatrist), Dr Michael Tam (GP), Tracey Hocking (Social Worker) and Margaret Foulds (Psychologist).

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Apr
2
6:00 pm18:00
Other

ASHM: Empowering Clinical Practice: Leveraging the Doxy-PEP Decision-Making Tool for Better Outcomes

This national webinar is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to effectively implement Doxy-PEP in clinical practice. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the Doxy-PEP Decision-Making Tool and how to integrate it into their workflows for improved patient care. The course will cover best practices for prescribing and managing Doxy-PEP, along with real-life case examples to enhance clinical decision-making. By the end of the session, participants will be confident in their ability to apply the Doxy-PEP Decision-Making Tool in practice, ensuring better outcomes for their patients.

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Apr
2
8:00 pm20:00
Other

ACRRM: Managing suspected cow’s milk allergy in rural practice

Cow’s milk is one of the most common causes of food allergic reactions in children. However, 50% of children with cow’s milk allergy resolve within two years, and 80% by three to four years after diagnosis.

In this webinar, Paediatric Clinical Immunology/Allergy Specialist Dr Chaitanya Bodapati will explain the different presentations of cow’s milk allergy, how it can be managed with alternatives, and what advice you can give to patients and parents. You’ll have the opportunity to ask your questions directly to a panel of Clinical Immunology/Allergy Specialists.

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Apr
3
9:00 am09:00
Other

Wagga: Three Rivers DRH: Tough talks, boundaries and self-care

This free workshop for health professionals will look at theories, tools, and skills you can use to equip yourself better when having tough talks with anyone, personally or professionally. The workshop will also include practising the skills you will learn. There will be discussion and experiential learning regarding self-care and boundaries. 

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Apr
3
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Palliative Care Assessment Tools: Enhancing Person-Centred Care through Comprehensive Evaluation and Effective Intervention

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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Murrumbidgee HealthPathways
Apr
3
6:30 pm18:30
MPHN

Murrumbidgee HealthPathways

  • Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network Conference Room (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS
 

HealthPathways presents

  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS clinical guidelines)

  • ACSQHC Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard

  • HealthPathways a practical tool and latest updates on CPD tracking

Join us for an engaging and interactive session designed for healthcare professionals. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop or tablet to access the HealthPathways platform during the event.

Guest Speakers

  • Dr Rebecca Trethowan – ObGyn MBBS, FRANZCO – Latest updates on clinical guidelines for PCOS

  • Dr Sally Johnson – B Med/MD, DRANZCOG ADV, RACGP – Changes to the Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard as per ACSQHC

  • Olivia D’Souza – Murrumbidgee HealthPathways Manager – HealthPathways as a practical tool, latest CPD tracking updates, and personalised logins

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand significant management changes in PCOS

  • Discuss PCOS and fertility, including necessary fertility assessments

  • Provide lifestyle advice and management strategies for PCOS patients

  • Describe the new standards for menstrual bleeding

  • Implement HealthPathways as a daily practice resource

Event includes dinner and networking.

ACRRM accreditation pending.

Places are limited. Register by 27 March 2025 here: stickytickets.com.au/J7OEG

 
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Apr
5
8:30 am08:30
Other

Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network - Healthy Ageing Conference 2025

You are invited to attend our inaugural Healthy Ageing Conference for primary healthcare providers - general practitioners, practice nurses and allied health professionals providing clinical care to older adults in the community. 

This full day of CPD education aims to empower health professionals to support patients to live well for longer in the community.

Featuring presentations and panel discussions*:

  • Prevention of cognitive decline, post diagnostic and ongoing management of dementia 

  • Addressing what is important to older adults, social prescribing and intergenerational programs

  • Chronic disease management including diabetes care, nutrition, falls prevention and deprescribing

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Apr
5
9:00 am09:00
Other

Griffith: Melanoma Institute Australia: 2025 Riverina GP Dermoscopy Workshop: Melanoma in Focus

Develop your dermoscopy skills at our upcoming workshop hosted by Melanoma Institute Australia, held in partnership with St Vincent’s Private Community Hospital Griffith.

Dermoscopy is an invaluable tool for General Practitioners, offering a detailed assessment of skin lesions in everyday practice.

In this informative half-day session designed for General GPs, we provide an introduction to dermoscopy, highlighting its essential role in diagnosing and monitoring melanoma and other skin lesions within the context of general practice.

Participants will build confidence by gaining foundational knowledge and practical skills in identifying structures and distinguishing skin lesions, including melanoma, through the “Chaos and clues” algorithm.

As understanding dermatopathology is fundamentally important in comprehending dermoscopy, our workshop will also integrate essential aspects of dermatopathology, enriching participants' knowledge and enhancing their ability to interpret dermoscopic findings effectively.

Case studies will also be presented, and there will be opportunities to find out about local services and network.

Join us to develop your understanding and refine your capabilities in dermoscopy, contributing to more effective melanoma detection and monitoring in clinical practice.

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Apr
15
6:00 pm18:00
Other

National Lung Cancer Screening Program Health Workforce Education

Are you prepared for the launch of the National Lung Cancer Screening Program from July 2025?

Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related illness and death in Australia. However, with early detection, up to 70% of lung cancers can be diagnosed at an earlier, more treatable stage.  

In the 2023-24 Federal Budget, funding was provided for a new National Lung Cancer Screening Program. The National Lung Cancer Screening Program is designed to reduce lung cancer-related illness and death by encouraging high-risk individuals to take part in targeted routine screening.  

The program is an Australian Government initiative implemented by the Department of Health and Aged Care in partnership with Cancer Australia and the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation. 

The program has been co-designed in partnership with communities and the healthcare workforce to be person-centred, equity-focused, accessible, and culturally safe. It is co-designed to improve lung cancer outcomes for those disproportionately impacted by lung cancer including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.  

Hear from our expert panel for an exclusive webinar hosted by Lung Foundation Australia on how to successfully integrate lung cancer screening into your everyday practice. Topics include:

  • National Lung Cancer Screening Program Overview

  • Screening Pathway Overview

  • Nodule Management

  • National Cancer Screening Register

Ask our expert panel your questions at registration or live during the Q&A session! The session will be available on-demand from the following day, please register now for access to the recording. 

Learning outcomes:  

  1. Define the purpose and importance of the National Lung Cancer Screening Program  

  2. Outline your role in promoting and supporting program participation

  3. Implement the National Screening Program Nodule Management Protocol

  4. Identify the role of the National Cancer Screening Register 

This virtual learning event is accredited with Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP- Activity ID 1188260) and Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) for one hour and half of Educational Activity.

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Triage for non-clinical staff: Your winter survival guide
Apr
16
12:00 pm12:00
MPHN

Triage for non-clinical staff: Your winter survival guide

With winter comes an influx of flu, COVID and respiratory illnesses— putting pressure on medical practices. Is your team ready to handle the seasonal surge effectively?

This session is designed for non-clinical staff who play a key role in managing patient flow and ensuring timely care.

Join our specialised Triage Training Webinar to learn:

  • How to recognise and prioritise winter-related symptoms.

  • Best practices for handling appointment scheduling during peak demand.

  • How to free up GP time and improve patient care with smarter triage strategies.

  • Digital tools to streamline patient navigation and reduce front-desk overwhelm.

Hosted by Michelle Horswood from Train IT Medical.

Register now and receive a custom-made triage decision flowchart!

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Apr
30
10:00 am10:00
Other

Montessori for Dementia and Ageing Masterclass

Montessori for Dementia, Disability and Ageing is an innovative approach to dementia care that can be adopted for individuals or groups as a philosophy of care. The goal of the Montessori program is to support older adults and people living with dementia and disability by creating a prepared environment, filled with cues and memory supports, that enables individuals to care for themselves, others, and their community.

This masterclass will teach you a number of concepts including:
- The 4W model
- Learning and reading screens
- The use of cue cards and spaced repetition
- Task breakdown and signage tips

These strategies can reduce responsive behaviours and excess disability while improving quality of life through meaningful engagement, true choices and increased self-esteem for those living with dementia.

You will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion of the masterclass.

Date and time
Wednesday 30 April 2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM AEST

Location
The event will take place online through Zoom. You will receive the calendar invitation and link after you register.

Investment
$149 per person

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May
1
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Symptom Management in Palliative Care: Strategies for Pain Relief and Comprehensive Support

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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Cultural Awareness Training - General Practice program
May
5
6:00 pm18:00
MPHN

Cultural Awareness Training - General Practice program

Murrumbidgee PHN engaged Coolamon Advisors to facilitate the Cultural Awareness Training to our primary care sector. GPs, practice managers, practice nurses and practice staff working within the Murrumbidgee region are invited to attend this training to enhance skills in working effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.

Content

  • Definition of cultural safety determined by how safe Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients/clients feel when they use the service.

  • Historical, cultural, socioeconomic factors underpinning health and wellbeing, cross cultural communication and cultural safety.

  • Opportunity for participants to become aware of their own attitudes, perceptions and assumptions in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

  • Identification of barriers to cultural safety and examples of culturally safe processes and behaviours.

  • Strategies for developing an ongoing relationship with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community or representative groups.

  • National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health initiatives, including identification, the Close the Gap initiative, the PIP IHI and the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) co-payment measure.

  • Strategies for implementing a culturally safe health service, including access (physical, financial, environmental, cultural), interpersonal relationships, communication and culturally appropriate procedures for assessment, referral, treatment and continued care.

Delivery

Each session will be delivered in three parts: 

  • Completion of Pre-Learning Workbook (1 hour)*

  • Attendance at a Zoom webinar commencing at 6:00pm delivered by Coolamon Advisors (1.5 hours)

  • Completion of an action plan and evaluation post-webinar (30 mins)

*The workbook must be completed before the webinar as the information gained will inform discussion and assist you to maximise your learning

Learning Outcomes

  1. Assess Health issues of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of the Murrumbidgee region. (Evaluate)

  2. Describe Journey of an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander patient attending a general practice and how attitudes and values can influence perceptions, assumptions, and behaviours in a clinical setting. (Explain)

  3. Identify the   Five steps towards excellence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and the importance of the 715 Check

  4. Identify key issues facing general practice in the provision of culturally safe health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and generate ways of solving these issues. (List and Create)

 Presenters

A Wiradjuri woman from Junee, Katrina Fanning AO PSM is the Director of Coolamon Advisors, an Indigenous majority owned and managed consultancy company, dedicated to providing meaningful contributions to Indigenous development, participation, and outcome equity.

A women’s rugby league pioneer, Katrina played the inaugural Jillaroos test in 1995, retiring as the most capped female player after 26 appearances for Australia.

Most recently her work has included being an integral part of the Closing the Gap National Partnership Agreement negotiations and facilitation of the Aboriginal-led Review on the progress of implementation.

Katrina’s previous achievements include being inducted into the NRL Hall of Fame in 2024, being awarded an Officer of the Order of Australia in the 2023 Australia Day Honours, winner of the ACT Australian of the Year Award in 2020, a Public Service Medal for outstanding public service in Indigenous Affairs in 2015, ACT Woman of the Year in 2014, and ACT NAIDOC Person of the Year in 2014.

Cost

This CPD event is provided at no cost to participants.

 
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May
13
7:15 pm19:15
Other

Mental Health Professionals’ Network (MHPN): Understanding and addressing workplace burnout: Strategies for supporting patient/client wellbeing

Register to attend this webinar to hear our esteemed panel discuss how to support healthcare professionals to identify the key causes and signs of workplace burnout, evaluate its impact on patient/client wellbeing and care, and implement evidenced-based strategies to effectively support patients/clients in managing and recovering from burnout.

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May
15
9:00 am09:00
Other

Wodonga: Paediatric Emergencies for Rural Generalists

ACRRM’s Paediatric Emergencies for Rural Generalists course equips Rural Generalists and GPs with the essential skills and confidence to manage paediatric emergencies in the crucial first hours of a life-threatening illness or injury. Designed by Rural Generalists for Rural Generalists, this hands-on course is tailored to the unique challenges of providing emergency care in rural and remote settings.

This three-day program includes 8 hours of self-directed online learning followed by two days of immersive, practical workshops. The course meets the Australian Resuscitation Council standards for Paediatric Advanced Life Support and provides training in critical areas such as recognising and managing deterioration in children, paediatric airway and trauma skills, and team leadership in emergency situations.

Participants will refine their skills through realistic clinical simulations and interactive training, ensuring they can respond swiftly and effectively when faced with paediatric emergencies.

Appropriate for: Rural Generalists, General Practitioners, registrars and other clinicians who want to improve their skills in managing rural paediatric emergencies.

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May
17
to 18 May
Other

Canberra: MBS Education for General Practice Workshop

Join clinicians and specialists for an engaging 2-day workshop dedicated to MBS compliance and billing. This initiative aims to enhance healthcare quality, affordability, and accessibility for patients while ensuring the well-being and financial success of practitioners.

Please contact admin@businessfordoctors.com to learn more.

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May
21
9:30 am09:30
Other

Deniliquin: Three Rivers DRH: Tough talks, boundaries and self-care

This free workshop for health professionals will look at theories, tools, and skills you can use to equip yourself better when having tough talks with anyone, personally or professionally. The workshop will also include practising the skills you will learn. There will be discussion and experiential learning regarding self-care and boundaries. 

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May
28
9:15 am09:15
Other

Narrandera: Three Rivers DRH: Enhancing the student-supervisor partnership

This free workshop is suited to current or future health student supervisors. It explores the ins and outs of cultivating a mutually beneficial and responsible student-supervisor partnership. This partnership sets students up to be active participants in the supervision process and make the most of their clinical placement learning opportunities.

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Who is at risk of chronic kidney disease: Early Detection and Management of CKD
May
28
6:00 pm18:00
MPHN

Who is at risk of chronic kidney disease: Early Detection and Management of CKD

Join us for an engaging and practical case study workshop exploring the early detection and management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in primary care. This session will walk you through the assessment and treatment of an individual at risk of CKD—a scenario commonly encountered in general practice.

We’ll discuss how to use the Kidney Health Check to assess risk and identify early signs of CKD, and examine the treatment options available to delay progression of the disease. Perfect for health professionals seeking to enhance their confidence in managing CKD in at-risk patients.

Learning outcomes:

  1. Understand the importance of early detection in at-risk individuals.

  2. Identify patients at high risk of CKD who require planned, proactive care.

  3. Learn how to conduct a comprehensive kidney health check.

  4. Explore treatment therapies that can delay CKD progression.

Presenters will include:

  • Dr Edward Tai (Nephrologist) 

  • Dr Oranut Aswapanyawongse (Advanced Trainee)

The Kidney Health Australia educational program is supported by a sponsorship provided by Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly Alliance.

This event includes dinner. Register here: stickytickets.com.au/ZT5LK

 
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June
5
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Understanding Deterioration and Dying: Providing Compassionate End-of-Life Care and Support for Individuals and Families

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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June
21
to 22 June
Other

Management of Sports Trauma (MOST) Course

The ACSEP's Management of Sports Trauma (MOST) Course combines current theory and a practical approach to equip medical professionals with the core skills needed to manage traumatic sporting injuries, on and off the field.

The course addresses common emergencies that might confront a sports physician, covers the rationale behind treatment choices and the adaption of medical management at sporting events and out in the field.

The Management of Sports Trauma (MOST) Course runs multiple times a year in major cities across Australia.

In 2025, the MOST Course will be available in the following locations:

  • ADELAIDE | 5 and 6 April 2025

  • BRISBANE | 3 and 4 May 2025

  • SYDNEY | 21 and 22 June 2025

  • MELBOURNE | 9 and 10 August 2025

  • GOLD COAST | 11 and 12 November 2025

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July
3
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Caring for Mrs Jones throughout her Palliative Care Journey

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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Aug
7
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Eating/Drinking with acknowledged risk and EOL mouth care

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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Sept
4
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Optimising function in palliative care and managing fatigue

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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Oct
2
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Managing Agitation, Restlessness, and Confusion in End-of-Life Care: Approaches for Comfort, Dignity, and Family Support

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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Nov
6
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Grief and Bereavement Support in Palliative Care: Compassionate Approaches for Families and Caregivers

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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Mar
27
12:00 pm12:00
COVID-Other, COVID-19

NCIRS webinar: Triple protection: Vaccines for influenza, COVID-19 and RSV in 2025

People living in Australia are fortunate to have access to effective vaccines protecting against influenza, COVID-19 and, more recently, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

As we approach the 2025 respiratory illness season, staying informed on the latest recommendations for vaccination is essential for immunisation providers.

We invite you to this upcoming NCIRS webinar, which will provide essential information that will support the delivery of Australian Government-funded vaccines protecting against influenza, COVID-19 and RSV, as well as privately funded RSV vaccines for older adults, in 2025.

The event, hosted by Professor Kristine Macartney (Director, NCIRS), will feature a panel of immunisation experts presenting on topics including:

·         recent global and Australian trends in influenza, COVID-19 and RSV epidemiology

·         the Australian influenza vaccination program in 2025

·         COVID-19 vaccination recommendations for 2025

·         RSV vaccines and recommendations for older adults

·         the impact, effectiveness and safety of influenza, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines for older adults

·         practical tips on delivery and maximising uptake for triple protection.

An interactive live Q&A session will follow the presentations.

Recordings of the webinar will be made available on the NCIRS website in the days following the event. Register now to receive a link to the recordings via email when they become available.

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Wagga: The diagnosis and investigation of dementia: A practical approach
Mar
26
6:00 pm18:00
MPHN

Wagga: The diagnosis and investigation of dementia: A practical approach

  • Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network Conference Room (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Geriatric Medicine team at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital for an enriching evening of learning and networking.

Presented by:

  • Dr. Stephanie Armstrong – Senior Staff Specialist Geriatrician, MLHD

  • Rachael Anderson – Clinical Nurse Consultant, MLHD

  • Lisa Condon – Clinical Nurse Consultant, MLHD

What you’ll learn:

  • What is dementia and its subtypes

  • Diagnostic tools and when to use them

  • Dementia care in the community – real case studies from CNCs

  • Available resources and referral pathways

Light dinner provided

ACRRM Accreditation Pending

Register by 12 March 2025 here: stickytickets.com.au/YLQNV

 
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Mar
25
12:30 pm12:30
Other

AAPM: Ask Me Anything - Managing GPACI

AAPM in collaboration with Services Australia, is excited to host a series of informative and interactive webinars called “Ask Me Anything”. These webinars will include the latest updates along with the ability to ask your questions and get those tips to ensure your MyMedicare is up-to-date to maximise your patient community engagement.

In this session, Paul Slater and Melinda Jess from Services Australia will guide you through managing GPACI to ensure both you and your Responsible Providers are properly set up.

Be sure to bring any questions you have about effectively handling GPACI!

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Suicide Prevention for Seniors Program
Mar
25
9:00 am09:00
Suicide Prevention, MPHN

Suicide Prevention for Seniors Program

Would you know what to do if an older person was having thoughts of suicide?

Free suicide prevention training provided by Anglicare Suicide Prevention for Seniors Program

Learn how to

  • Hold a conversation with empathy

  • Determine whether the person is having thoughts of suicide

  • Support the person with a safety plan and referral.

Self-directed CPD points apply and certificate provided upon request.

This program is QIP accredited and meets the Suicide Prevention Australia standards.

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Mar
20
7:00 pm19:00
Other

RACGP: 2025 National Close the Gap Day Webinar

The theme for National Close the Gap Day 2025, "Agency, Leadership, Reform: Ensuring the survival, dignity, and wellbeing of First Nations Peoples," highlights the importance of leadership in creating change.

In recognition of this significant day, RACGP are excited to spotlight the launch of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural and Health Training Framework. This initiative, the first of its kind in Australian medical training, has been developed and led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander experts in health, clinical education, and cultural education.

The framework provides GPs with recommendations to better understand cultural contexts, helping create a healthcare environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients feel respected, heard, and empowered. By including this knowledge in everyday care, GPs can help close the health gap and support the survival, dignity, and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Be part of this important conversation, embrace leadership and agency, and learn how you can drive reform in your own practice to help shape a more equitable future for healthcare in Australia.

 
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Mar
14
to 15 Mar
Other

2025 Agents of Change

Find out how to be an agent of change in your practice by increasing sustainability and viability. Learn how to maximise profitability and incorporate digital health technologies to enhance business efficiency.

This conference will emphasise developing workforce potential and help Practice Managers and teams build and maintain a positive workplace culture. We have individual streams for Practice Managers/Practice Owners, Receptionists and Medical Practice Assistants (MPAs) to ensure everyone gets the most out of this event.

MPAs can refresh their clinical practice, and Receptionists have a fantastic program, for building positive culture within your practice to digital cyber security, infection control, and dealing with mental health patients in the waiting room.

The ticket price includes a gala dinner on Friday night open to all attendees, entertainment from the very talented Richie Gudgeon and will include a MPAs graduation. A photographer will be on hand to capture the event and we encourage you to take the opportunity to get a profile or practice team photo.

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Heart failure for community pharmacy in the Murrumbidgee
Mar
12
6:00 pm18:00
MPHN

Heart failure for community pharmacy in the Murrumbidgee

Are you a community pharmacist or a pharmacist with an interest in heart failure? Join us for an evening to learn about heart failure and how to help patients within your community pharmacy.

Presented by

Adam Livori
Senior Cardiology Pharmacist – Grampians Health
Lecturer in Cardiology – Monash University

Kym Ramsey
Living Well, Your Way Community Pharmacist – MPHN

Topics include
•           What is heart failure and what are the different types
•           Signs and symptoms
•           How heart failure is diagnosed
•           Heart failure in the Murrumbidgee versus NSW
•           What services are available in the Murrumbidgee
•           Treatment and titration
•           Self-management

This education can be self-assessed by pharmacists for up to 1.5 CPD credits for group 1 activities. A statement of attendance will be provided by email upon completion

This education event is part of the Pharmacy Screening Program to support pharmacies in the prevention and early detection of patients suspected to have heart failure or COPD. The Pharmacy Screening Program is an activity of Living Well, Your Way initiative.

For Information about this program and LWYW please visit our website

Living Well Your Way is collaborative commissioning initiative between Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) and MPHN, proudly funded by the NSW Ministry of Health.

 
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Mar
6
2:30 pm14:30
Other

MLHD: Advance Care Planning: Empowering Individuals Through Choice, Communication, and Compassionate Care

 2025 Palliative Care online education sessions for staff at residential aged care facilities and home care providers.

MLHD invites all staff working in Residential Aged Care Facilities and Home Care to please join the 2025 Palliative Care Education virtual sessions, presented by members of the MLHD Specialist Palliative Care Team. 

Please note: these sessions will not be recorded. 

WHERE: Via Microsoft Teams 

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Griffith: Interprofessional Collaboration in Medication Management: General Practitioners and Pharmacists Working Together
Mar
5
6:00 pm18:00
MPHN

Griffith: Interprofessional Collaboration in Medication Management: General Practitioners and Pharmacists Working Together

Join us for an evening dedicated to strengthening collaboration in medication management. Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is partnering with local hospitals to deliver the ASPIRE Trial in our region, aimed at reducing medication-related harm during transitions of care.

We’ve also established a Medication Safety Hub, providing a dedicated Medication Safety Pharmacist to support you with queries related to the ASPIRE trial, Home Medicines Review (HMR) referrals, and other medication safety concerns. Speakers for the event include:

  • Dr Jason Bennie (PhD), Chief Data Officer and Research Lead - Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network

  • Mahmoud Mahmoud, District Chief Pharmacist – Murrumbidgee Local Health District

  • Melissa Catanzariti, Medication Safety Pharmacist Research Assistant (ASPIRE) – Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network

  • Jaimie Dicks, Clinical Pharmacist – Wagga Wagga Base Hospital

Light dinner provided.

You do not need to be part of the trial to attend.

About the ASPIRE Trial:

The ASPIRE Trial (A systems approach to enhancing community-based medication review) is a national study focused on improving post-discharge medication review processes through a PHN-based model. Sponsored by the University of Sydney, the trial aims to reduce hospital readmissions by fostering better communication and coordination between hospitals, GPs, pharmacists, and patients, particularly during the high-risk transition from hospital to home.

 
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Feb
25
7:15 pm19:15
Other

Emerging Minds: Understanding and responding to childhood suicidal ideation

At this webinar, our multidisciplinary panel of experts will explore how to develop practical strategies for supporting children facing distress and despair that may lead to suicidal ideation.

This session will feature a Q & A style format, with the panel's discussion guided by questions from the audience. Submit your questions when you register to help shape the discussion.

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Feb
25
7:00 pm19:00
Other

Melanoma Institute Australia: Updates in management of non-melanoma skin cancer

Join Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) for an educational webinar tailored for Skin Cancer Doctors, GPs, Nurses, and other healthcare professionals with an interest in skin cancer.

Hosted by A/Prof Paul Fishburn (Skin Cancer GP), this engaging webinar will feature multidisciplinary experts sharing the latest updates on managing non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) through interactive case study discussions.

Speakers:

  • Dr Christoph Sinz (Dermatologist, MIA)

  • A/Prof Sydney Ch'ng (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon and Head & Neck Surgeon, MIA)

  • A/Prof Matteo Carlino (Medical Oncologist, MIA)

Learning objectives:

  • Discuss the role that optical coherence tomography (OCT) plays in distinguishing benign lesions from malignant non-melanoma skin cancers.

  • Identify when topical imiquimod is appropriate to use in managing non-melanoma skin cancers.

  • Apply insights from case studies to develop comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plans for patients with non-melanoma skin cancers.

  • Identify which complex cases require referral for advanced assessment and management.

CPD: 1 CPD hour. A certificate of attendance will be provided. This webinar has been accredited for 1 EA hour with RACGP (Activity ID: 1109820), SkinPro CPD (Activity number 10113) and ACRRM (ID: 35393).

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Wagga: Dental treatment in the context of ED avoidance
Feb
25
6:00 pm18:00
MPHN

Wagga: Dental treatment in the context of ED avoidance

 

Join us for an insightful session presented by Dr Tom Shumack and Dr Narada Hapangama. This event is tailored for medical professionals and GPs, and will offer valuable insights into how proactive dental interventions can improve patient outcomes and alleviate pressure on ED services.

  • Understand the mechanisms of Caries and its relationship with systemic health.

  • Explore the mechanisms of periodontal disease and its impact on systemic health.

  • Gain insights into gastric reflux and its relationship with oral health.

  • Develop an appreciation for the unique dental needs of the ageing population.

  • Understand cancer diagnosis, cancer management, emergency dentistry, and airway management.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network with peers, and contribute to a more efficient healthcare system.

This is a dinner event.

 
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Feb
22
6:00 pm18:00
Other

Wagga: Motor Neurone Disease Surveillance Study

  • Health Service Hub Lecture Theatre Wagga Wagga Base Hospital (Entry via Docker Street or carpark)  (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Why is Motor Neurone Disease (MND) more common in the Riverina? What are the environmental triggers causing the disease? 

In the past 30 years the number of deaths caused by MND had surged by more than 250 percent in Australia. Join us as we delve into the latest research from the Macquarie University MND Research Centre and learn about the establishment of the NSW MND Surveillance Unit. 

Speaker:
Prof Dominic Rowe , Professor of Neurology (Macquarie Medical School) 

Host:
A/Prof Martin Jude 

Enquiries: (02) 9812 3720, Carol Lee, c.lee@mq.edu.au 

Light refreshments will be provided. 

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Feb
17
9:00 am09:00
Other

Wagga: Breech Without Borders

The training combines virtual lectures with a full day of hands-on simulation training. The breech training package includes:

  1. A full day with Dr. David Hayes, including hands-on simulation training with a Sophie and Her Mum simulator, breech birth video analysis, and clinical scenarios.

  2. Breech Pro 2.0: a self-paced vaginal breech training workshop with CPDs/CMEs, accessible for 1 year. Access to Breech Pro 2.0 is included with workshop enrolment. Breech Pro 2.0 must be completed prior to the hands-on training. 

  3. One year of twice-monthly optional live sessions (recordings also provided)

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Cootamundra: Diabetes Regional Education, Access, and Management Initiative (DREAM)
Feb
12
6:00 pm18:00
MPHN

Cootamundra: Diabetes Regional Education, Access, and Management Initiative (DREAM)

Join us for an informative dinner event in Cootamundra!

Are you a GP, practice nurse, pharmacist, or allied health professional? Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the Diabetes Mobile Outreach Team from St Vincents Health Sydney!

What’s on the Agenda?

  • The latest updates in diabetes management

  • Collaborative case discussions to navigate complex diabetes cases

  • An overview of the Diabetes Mobile Service

Presented by:

  • Dr. Lisa Raven, Endocrinologist, St Vincents Hospital

  • Gael Holters, Credentialed Diabetes Educator & Clinical Nurse Consultant, St Vincents Hospital

Bring your case studies and questions for a dynamic and interactive discussion!

RACGP/ACRRM accreditation pending for 1EA CPD hour and 1RP CPD hour.

Register by 3 February 2025.

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