Upcoming Medical Education Conferences and Workshops
Presentation/Discussion
30 Mar
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30 Jun
Managing Patient Depression and Suicidality: GP Peer Group Learning | Various Locations
An ideal opportunity to have open, honest discussions with colleagues, a psychiatrist and local GP with a special interest in mental health care, about the management of patient depression and suicidality in primary care. 2 hour, case-based conversation over a shared meal.
The peer meetings extend previous workshops and GP Management of Patient Depression and Suicidality online modules, and offer:
Direct, in-person Q&A and discussion with an experienced psychiatrist
Practical strategies for managing complex mental health presentations, grounded in local clinical experiences
Greater confidence in assessment and prescribing decisions
Updated information on local referral pathways and service
Increased local, collegial support
Kimberley Health Professionals Network | Morning Minds | An Introduction to Orthodontics | Broome
This session will explore the role of orthodontic intervention as an important component of primary care, including the risks associated with untreated dental issues, impacts on speech, and appropriate referral pathways. Presented by Dr Gavin Brown, Specialist Orthodontic Practitioner with over 22 years working experience in specialist Oral and Maxillofacial departments in hospitals in the UK, Canada, Ireland and Australia. With extensive experience teaching at both undergraduate and post-graduate level, Dr Brown also specalises in treating patients with dental anxiety problems, medical problems and patients with special needs.
Wheatbelt Health Professionals Network | Distress and why Mental Health and Wellbeing Matter | Merredin
Presented by the Regional Men’s Health Initiative, this event will shine a light on the unique pressures faced by those working in healthcare and offer practical strategies for
recognising distress — in ourselves, our colleagues and our communities.
This session’s speaker is Michael Kaufman who will focus on situational distress, the dangers of distress, managing our distress and caring for ourselves and others. It explores the realities of distress, and the vital role mental health and wellbeing play in the lives of health professionals.
Let’s break the stigma, strengthen our support networks and prioritise mental wellbeing in the workplace and beyond.
Midwest-Gascoyne Health Professionals Network | Education Event: Sexual Health and Syphilis in the Midwest | Geraldton
The Midwest-Gascoyne Health Professionals Network would like to invite all health professionals to join for an evening of education, networking, and discussion as we explore current sexual health issues affecting our region. This session will be presented by the Midwest Public Health Unit WA Country Health Service and Geraldton Regional Aboriginal Medical Service.
Neonatal Stabilisation and Transport Readiness (NeoSTARs) I Busselton
Neonatal Stabilisation and Transport Readiness (NeoSTARs) is created and delivered by neonatologists and neonatal nurse educators and teaches current, up to date evidence-based approaches to neonatal stabilisation.
Course attendance will help you and your team to understand and master the basic skills required in the care of any sick newborn.
As well as technical skills, a high-performance team with strong supportive skills is necessary to deliver care in a safe and timely manner. This course will have a strong focus on advanced skills in crew resource management (team resources), communication and is recommended for a multidisciplinary audience.
Pilbara Health Professionals Network | Karlarra House: A Home for Everyone Applying Person-Centred Care in a Residential Aged Care Facility | Hedland and Online
Join the Karlarra House Aged Care Team for an insightful session exploring how person-centred care can be embedded into everyday practice within residential aged care settings. Presenters will share practical examples, lessons learned, and strategies for creating meaningful, culturally safe care that places residents at the centre of decision-making.
A webinar detailing the firearm application process, including the self-assessment questionnaire and the Firearm Authority Health Assessment as well as a walkthrough of potential cases rural and remote GPs may face and how to navigate their difficulty.
Hear firsthand from inspiring rural and remote health professionals and enjoy a light dinner and refreshments while you network with a wide range of rural and metro employers from across WA.
Kimberley Health Professionals Network | Social Networking Event: Bare Foot Bowls | Broome
The challenge is on!! Get a team of 4 together for a fun filled afternoon pitting our health students against our health professionals. Very limited team positions available so get your teams registered ASAP!
Pilbara Health Professionals Network | Syphilis Education for Health Professionals | Hedland
This session will be an opportunity for clinicians to deepen their understanding of syphilis in the Pilbara region, including an overview of the outbreak, clinical practice points, and resources available to clinicians. This session is applicable to all health professionals in the region, with skills and knowledge that will be relevant to practice elsewhere as syphilis resurges globally. Other emerging STI issues will also be covered.
Rural Emergency Advanced Clinical Training (REACT+) | Karratha
The Rural Health West CPD REACT+ workshop is designed to assist Western Australian Visiting Medical Practitioners to maintain their emergency knowledge and skills, and gain formal assessment towards their emergency credentialing, as required by WA Country Health Service. Covering medical emergencies, major trauma and cardiac arrest in adults and children, and associated lifesaving procedural skills training, REACT+ is a highly interactive workshop. Participants are provided with audio-visual pre-learning materials and the course consists almost entirely of small group practical skills stations and simulated scenarios.
Pilbara Health Professionals Network | Syphilis Education for Health Professionals | Newman
This session will be an opportunity for clinicians to deepen their understanding of syphilis in the Pilbara region, including an overview of the outbreak, clinical practice points, and resources available to clinicians. This session is applicable to all health professionals in the region, with skills and knowledge that will be relevant to practice elsewhere as syphilis resurges globally. Other emerging STI issues will also be covered.
