BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kimberley Health Professional Network - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Kimberley Health Professional Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://khpn.com.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Kimberley Health Professional Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Perth BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:AWST DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230815T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230815T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230713T032921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T032921Z UID:10002186-1692115200-1692118800@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Diabetes and Healthy Eating - Online DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide you with an overview on healthy eating and diabetes. As a health professional\, you have many opportunities to support people living with diabetes. Knowing more about the general management of diabetes can help you have more meaningful conversations with the people you see.\nIn this 60-minute program\, we will cover:\n–    why healthy eating important in diabetes management\n–    the role of carbohydrate food\n–    the Glycemic Index (GI)\n–    the nutrition recommendations for people living with diabetes referencing the Australian Dietary guidelines\n–    the support and resources available through the NDSS for people living with diabetes\nThere will also be time at the end of the webinar for questions.\nThis webinar is facilitated by ADEA and delivered by a Credentialled Diabetes Educator. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/diabetes-and-healthy-eating-online/ LOCATION:Online\, WA\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230818T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230818T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230330T050645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T050907Z UID:10002287-1692345600-1692376200@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Practical Obstetric Multi-Professional Training (PROMPT) | Kununurra DESCRIPTION:The PROMPT program is delivered in Australia under license from the PROMPT Maternity Foundation UK PROMPT is an evidence-based\, multi-professional obstetric training package for all clinicians required to respond to obstetric emergencies in maternity hospitals. The program aims to reduce preventable harm for mothers and their babies which is best achieved by training staff in their local\, real-time working clinical environment. \nThe PROMPT training package improves teamwork and consists of interactive lectures\, drills and workshops\, providing hands-on experience of practical skills in simulated obstetric emergency situations. The key components of PROMPT training are that it is multi-professional and locally situated using the whole team in their usual response roles. \nEligibility: All Maternity Care practitioners working in a maternity hospital – Midwives\, Obstetricians\, GPAs\, GPOs and those who are required to respond to maternity emergencies including ward nurses\, after hours managers and theatre staff. Obstetric Emergency Training is required every three years for GP’s/Obstetricians and Midwifes. \nCost: No cost for WACHS staff \nExpression of Interest: To register your expression of interest application\, click here. EOI applications close on the 2 June  2023. Successful candidates will receive a course offer via email shortly after EOI applications close. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/practical-obstetric-multi-professional-training-prompt-kununurra/ LOCATION:Kununurra\, Kununurra\, WA\, 6743\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230829 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230712T032719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T040227Z UID:10002300-1693094400-1693267199@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Rural Anaesthetics Forum 2023 | Perth DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the Rural Health West CPD: Rural Anaesthetics Forum 2023\, being held at Pan Pacific Perth on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 August 2023\, are now open! \nForum details\nThis forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist and Procedural GP Education Series. \nThe one and a half day Rural Anaesthetics Forum 2023\, will include\, small problem-based discussions\, lectures and simulation sessions delivered concurrently and facilitated by experienced specialists.  The forum will provide an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. \nThe forum has limited places.  Travel subsidies will apply for all eligible delegates living and working in rural and remote WA. \nEligibility\nOpen to all currently practicing GP Anaesthetists\, Anaesthetics Specialists \nRegistration\nOnline Registration: https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/raf2023 \nAccreditation\nThis forum is pending accreditation with RACGP\, ACRRM and ANZCA \nPreliminary program\nTo view the preliminary program please click here \nShould you have any queries\, please contact the Continuing Professional Development Team at cpd@ruralhealthwest.com.au or 08 6389 4500.  Thank you.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/rural-anaesthetics-forum-2023-perth/ LOCATION:Pan Pacific Hotel\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/4RHW_Anaesthetics_2023_FB_event_image_430x225px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230907T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230908T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230330T052046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T052046Z UID:10002289-1694073600-1694190600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Neonatal Advanced Resuscitation and Stabilisation (NARS) I Broome DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive two-day workshop is for medical practitioners\, GP obstetricians\, midwives and other health professionals seeking additional skills\, knowledge and experience in caring for the newborn who is born early or in poor condition\, and requires special and/or intensive care. \nThis engaging course is primarily delivered through skills work stations\, case studies and simulations.  You will have the opportunity to learn important practical skills including: \n\nEndotracheal intubation\nLaryngeal mask airway\nChest needling and intercostal catheter insertion\nEmergency access (including umbilical vein catheterisation and intraosseous insertion)\n\nWe will run simulations of common neonatal scenarios where you learn essential skills in: \n\nCommunication\nCrisis resource management\nAdvanced resuscitation\nPost resuscitation care and stabilisation prior to transport\n\nThis workshop aims to give you the confidence to deliver the highest level of care possible and help you overcome some of the challenges faced in resource-limited settings. \nEligibility: GP obstetricians\, medical practitioners and midwives.  Priority is given to those working in the local region. \nLength: Two Days – 8:00am-4:30pm \nCost:\nMidwives – $480 for both days (including GST)\nGP/GP obstetrician – $720 for both days (including GST)\nThe cost of this workshop is subsidised by WA Country Health Service through the Better Medical Care Initiative. \nAccreditation: This workshop is pending accreditation with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine for continuing professional development hours for the 2023-2025 triennium. \nThis education workshop is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service through the Better Medical Care Initiative. \nPayment structure \nYou will receive an email link for payment in an event confirmation email. Payment is required within 10 days of receiving the email. If full payment is not received within 10 days\, your place will be offered to another delegate. \nCancellation policy \n\nApplicants who give notice of cancellation of four (4) weeks or more will receive a full refund of the workshop registration fee.\nApplicants who withdraw from the workshop on or 14 days prior will receive a 50% refund of the workshop registration fee.\nApplicants who fail to attend the workshop or who withdraw from the workshop less than 14 days of the workshop date are not eligible for a refund.\n\nPrivacy statement \nThe Privacy Act 2014 provides that before your personal contact details can be published or made available to major sponsors\, exhibitors and other parties directly related to this workshop\, you must give your consent. If you do not consent to your contact details being provided to the abovementioned parties\, please contact the CPD team at CPD@ruralhealthwest.com.au or telephone 08 6389 4500. \nRural Health West values and respects your privacy and personal details. Personal information is collected in accordance with our Privacy Policy\, which can be viewed at www.ruralhealthwest.com.au/privacystatement \nPhoto and Video Footage \nPhotos and video footage may be taken by either Rural Health West staff or other participants during the course of this event.  This imagery may be used in Rural Health West marketing material to either promote future events or in the Rural Health Matters newsletter. If you do not consent to photos or videos being taken\, please contact the CPD team CPD@ruralhealthwest.com.au or 08 6389 4500. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/neonatal-advanced-resuscitation-and-stabilisation-nars-i-broome/ LOCATION:Broome\, Broome\, WA\, 6725\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230907T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230908T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230113T030510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T030618Z UID:10002139-1694073600-1694190600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Workshop: Neonatal Advanced Resuscitation and Stabilisation (NARS) DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive two-day workshop is for medical practitioners\, GP obstetricians\, midwives and other health professionals seeking additional skills\, knowledge and experience in caring for the newborn who is born early or in poor condition\, and requires special and/or intensive care. \nThis engaging course is primarily delivered through skills work stations\, case studies and simulations.  You will have the opportunity to learn important practical skills including: \n\nEndotracheal intubation\nLaryngeal mask airway\nChest needling and intercostal catheter insertion\nEmergency access (including umbilical vein catheterisation and intraosseous insertion)\n\nWe will run simulations of common neonatal scenarios where you learn essential skills in: \n\nCommunication\nCrisis resource management\nAdvanced resuscitation\nPost resuscitation care and stabilisation prior to transport\n\nThis workshop aims to give you the confidence to deliver the highest level of care possible and help you overcome some of the challenges faced in resource-limited settings. \nEligibility: GP obstetricians\, medical practitioners and midwives.  Priority is given to those working in the local region. \nLength: Two Days – 8:00am-4:30pm \nCost:\nMidwives – $480 for both days (including GST)\nGP/GP obstetrician – $720 for both days (including GST)\nThe cost of this workshop is subsidised by WA Country Health Service through the Better Medical Care Initiative. \nAccreditation: This workshop is pending accreditation with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine for continuing professional development hours for the 2023-2025 triennium. \nThis education workshop is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service through the Better Medical Care Initiative. \nExpressions of interest here URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/workshop-neonatal-advanced-resuscitation-and-stabilisation-nars/ LOCATION:Broome CBD\, Broome\, WA\, 6725\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230911T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230911T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230822T033336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T033336Z UID:10002195-1694451600-1694460600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:KHPN - Paediatric ARF & RHD - Broome DESCRIPTION:Join Dr Jim Ramsay\, paediatric cardiology consultant based at Perth\nChildren’s Hospital for this presentation\, Q&A opportunities and networking\nat the conclusion of the presentation.\nThis event is FREE for members of the Kimberley Health Professionals Network\n– Visit khpn.com.au/network to join as a member (membership is free).\nFor more information\, please email KHPN Regional Program Officer Sara\nHennessy at contact@khpn.com.au \nMONDAY 11 SEPTEMBER 2023 | 5.00pm–7.30pm \nLIONS OUTBACK VISION (LOV) HUB\, 45 FREDERICK STREET\, BROOME \nFree event for members \nPresented by paediatric cardiologist Dr Jim Ramsa \n  URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/khpn-paediatric-arf-rhd-broome/ LOCATION:Lions Outback Vision (LOV Hub)\, Frederick st\, Broome\, WA\, 6725\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/KHPN_Paediatric_RHD-11-Sept_FB_event_image_430x225px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberley Health Professional Network":MAILTO:sara.hennessy@khpn.com.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230912T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230912T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230906T063804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T063804Z UID:10002305-1694545200-1694552400@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Whats the deal with Dapagliflozin | Broome DESCRIPTION:There is a hosted dinner meeting on September 12\, in person by local renal and gen med physician\, Dr Rebecca Croke. \nThe topic will be covering the first new updates in 20 years indicated to slow the rate of progressive kidney decline for patients with proteinuric chronic kidney disease and specifically how this translates to the locality of Broome and the Kimberley. \nFor those who can be in Broome for the 12th September the meeting will be presented in person at the Mangrove Hotel. For those who are working in surrounding towns within the Kimberley\, the meeting will also be broadcast out. \n  \nMangrove Hotel Registration Link: \nhttps://web.cvent.com/event/e43f3a7a-6c9e-4aa1-ad3c-d3437f22ad40/summary \n  \nVirtual Registration Link: \nhttps://web.cvent.com/event/a10734fb-dea7-42d0-8cfa-7986897565ad/summary URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/whats-the-deal-with-dapagliflozin-broome/ LOCATION:Broome\, Broome\, WA\, 6725\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230916 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230822T033935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T033935Z UID:10002196-1694736000-1694822399@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Wound Care - Broome DESCRIPTION:Rural Health West and The Kimberley Health Professionals Network would like to invite you to join us for a wound care workshop event presented by Beth Sperring (clinical nurse consultant) and Donna Larsen (nurse practitioner) from Royal Perth Bentley Group who will demonstrate how to assess and manage chronic and acute wounds.\nWe will discuss dressing selection\, compression therapy and bandaging. Case studies will be utilised for discussion and provide participants the opportunity to ‘touch\, feel and apply’ many of the dressing products currently in use.\n\nPlease bring some of the dressings you currently use.\n\nInteraction is encouraged so come prepared to discuss and further develop skills in the management of wounds.\n\ncost:$50\n\nMorning tea and lunch will be provided.\n\nLimited places available. Register HERE URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/wound-care-broome/ LOCATION:Lotteries House\, Cable Beach Road\, Broome\, WA\, 6725\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/wound-care-poster.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230920T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230920T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230829T062043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T062043Z UID:10002198-1695214800-1695218400@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Expert Insights for Health Professionals: Mental health treatment adherence- Online DESCRIPTION:This Expert Insights panel session we explore what can clinicians do to support clients and patients to stick to treatment for their mental health concerns.  We’ll delve into recent research findings on treatment adherence and what can be helpful when working with patients from a clinical perspective. \nPanellists: \n\nProfessor Sam Harvey – Psychiatrist and Executive Director and Chief Scientist\, Black Dog Institute\nDr Matthew Coleshill – Postdoctoral Fellow\, Black Dog Institute\nTBC – Lived Experience Representative\n\nModerator \n\nDr Sarah Barker – Clinical Psychologist and facilitator with the Black Dog Institute URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/expert-insights-for-health-professionals-mental-health-treatment-adherence-online/ LOCATION:Online\, WA\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/diabetes-hearing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230921T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230921T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230829T061505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T061505Z UID:10002197-1695317400-1695321000@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Medications for Chronic Kidney Disease- Online DESCRIPTION:CKD: common\, harmful\, treatable\, often overlooked.\nThis event will be recordedLIVEThis event may be livestreamed\n\n\n\nHealth professionals\, do you know how to adjust kidney cleared medications for an individual with CKD to minimize potential adverse effects? \nFind out how by joining Kidney Health Australia and Senior Pharmacist\, Carla Scuderi. Using a case study example of an individual with diabetes\, this activity outlines the steps required to confirm a CKD diagnosis as well as guidance on what medicines slow the progression of CKD while reducing the risk of CVD. Practical tips on how to utilise the eGFR to adjust medication dosing will also be discussed. \nRACGP/ACRRM CPD EA hours – 1 (pending approval) \nEnquiries: primary.care@kidney.org.au \nMake sure you have your CKD Management in Primary Care 4th edition handbook with you or the CKD Go! (handbook) app as we will be referring to the handbook during the webinar. Download or purchase your copy here: CKD Management handbook | Kidney Health Australia URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/medications-for-chronic-kidney-disease-online/ LOCATION:Online\, WA\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/glucose-monitoring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230922T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230922T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230330T051245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T051245Z UID:10002288-1695369600-1695400200@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Practical Obstetric Multi-Professional Training (PROMPT) | Broome DESCRIPTION:The PROMPT program is delivered in Australia under license from the PROMPT Maternity Foundation UK PROMPT is an evidence-based\, multi-professional obstetric training package for all clinicians required to respond to obstetric emergencies in maternity hospitals. The program aims to reduce preventable harm for mothers and their babies which is best achieved by training staff in their local\, real-time working clinical environment. \nThe PROMPT training package improves teamwork and consists of interactive lectures\, drills and workshops\, providing hands-on experience of practical skills in simulated obstetric emergency situations. The key components of PROMPT training are that it is multi-professional and locally situated using the whole team in their usual response roles. \nEligibility: All Maternity Care practitioners working in a maternity hospital – Midwives\, Obstetricians\, GPAs\, GPOs and those who are required to respond to maternity emergencies including ward nurses\, after hours managers and theatre staff. Obstetric Emergency Training is required every three years for GP’s/Obstetricians and Midwifes. \nCost: No cost for WACHS staff \nExpression of Interest: To register your expression of interest application\, click here. EOI applications close on the 7 July 2023. Successful candidates will receive a course offer via email shortly after EOI applications close. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/practical-obstetric-multi-professional-training-prompt-broome/ LOCATION:Broome\, Broome\, WA\, 6725\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231004T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231004T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230907T044053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T044053Z UID:10002306-1696413600-1696419000@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Acknowledging Country Workshop | Online via Zoom DESCRIPTION:If you regularly host meetings\, deliver workshops\, give presentations\, or are involved in other professional gatherings\, this workshop is for you. The content is not specific to WA\, so anyone from across Australia is invited. \nAn Acknowledgement of Country demonstrates respect for the traditional custodians of the land on which a meeting or event is being held. It recognises the continuing relationship between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their Country. \nIt is important to start meetings\, events\, and professional gatherings with an Acknowledgement\, and delivering a thoughtful\, personalised Acknowledgement is an opportunity to express your\, and your organisations\, respect for Aboriginal people\, Country\, and Culture. \nThis workshop will help you start thinking about what an Acknowledgement of Country means. It will explain the difference between an Acknowledgement and a Welcome to Country\, explore when you should be doing an Acknowledgement\, and provide tangible tips on how to personalise your Acknowledgement to make it meaningful and respectful. \nThe workshop is delivered by HCC’s Aboriginal Engagement Coordinator\, Tania Harris\, in a warm and supportive environment where you will be encouraged to ask questions\, so that you feel fully-equipped to deliver your personalised Acknowledgment with confidence and respect. \nWe welcome you to join this online workshop from wherever you are across Australia. \nDate: 2 August 2023\nLocation: Online via Zoom\nCost: $53.90 URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/acknowledging-country-workshop-online-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Online\, WA\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/acknowledging-coutry.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231011T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231011T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20231009T072318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T072521Z UID:10002310-1697047200-1697052600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Primary Care Virtual Roadshow | Online via Zoom DESCRIPTION:An interactive Virtual Roadshow bringing a tailored approach of Cardiovascular Risk Reduction from the Heart Foundation in collaboration with WA Primary Health Alliance. This interactive\, live virtual workshop will bring together a specialist presentation followed by breakout groups and completed with live audience panel Q & A with the following objectives: – Update primary care health professionals on the latest clinical risk assessment recommendations incorporating new evidence on risk factors\, imaging and biomarkers . – Provide practical advice for the 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.    – Guidance on the management of high blood pressure and cholesterol\, nutrition and other lifestyle support strategies.  – Increase knowledge on local referral pathways for risk factor management and review. – Support the design and delivery of quality improvement activities to leverage national and local incentives for ease of implementation. \nThis activity has been accredited by the RACGP for 1.5 Educational Activity CPD hours (activity no. 416743). \nEducation provider: Scius Healthcare Solutions. By submitting this registration form\, you confirm that you have read and accept the Heart Foundation’s Privacy Statement: https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/privacy URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/primary-care-virtual-roadshow-online-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Online\, WA\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/primary-care-road-show.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231015T163000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231015T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230914T064852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T064852Z UID:10002307-1697387400-1697394600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:KHPN - Social Sundowner - Kununurra DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY 15 OCTOBER 2023 | 4.30pm–6.30pm\nTHE PUMPHOUSE RESTAURANT\, LAKEVIEW DRIVE\, KUNUNURRA \nLight refreshments available with limited drinks provided.\nPlaces are limited. RSVP is required.\nRegistrations are essential\, visit:\nruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/khpn151023n-kun/registration\nor scan the QR code (right) with your mobile phone.It’s been a while between events for the KHPN in Kununurra so please join us to\nre-connect and enjoy a social evening while the sun goes down.\nThis event is FREE for members of the Kimberley Health Professionals Network – visit\nkhpn.com.au/network to join as a member (membership is free). For more information\,\nplease email KHPN Regional Program Officer Sara Hennessy at contact@khpn.com.au \n  URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/khpn-social-sundowner-kununurra/ LOCATION:Pump House\, Kununurra CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/KHPN_Kununurra_Sundowner-15Oct_FB_event_image_430x225px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberley Health Professional Network":MAILTO:sara.hennessy@khpn.com.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231016T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230921T041150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T041150Z UID:10002309-1697477400-1697484600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:KHPN - RHD Lecture & Dinner - Kununurra DESCRIPTION:MONDAY 16 OCTOBER 2023 | 5.30pm–7.30pm\nKUNUNURRA COUNTRY CLUB RESORT\, 47 COOLIBAH DRIVE\, KUNUNURRA \nDinner and limited drinks provided.\nNumbers are strictly limited and RSVP is required.\nRegistrations are essential\, visit:\nruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/khpn161023ekun/registration\nor scan the QR code (right) with your mobile phone. \nJoin Dr James Marangou\, cardiology consultant based at Royal Perth Hospital and Fiona\nStanley Hospital over dinner for his presentation on rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart\ndisease. Q&A opportunities and networking throughout the evening URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/khpn-rhd-lecture-dinner-kununurra/ LOCATION:Kununurra Country Club CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/KHPN_Kununurra_RHD_lecture-16Oct_MU_900x300px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberley Health Professional Network":MAILTO:sara.hennessy@khpn.com.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231027T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20231027T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230914T070529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T070529Z UID:10002308-1698395400-1698422400@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Wound Care - Kununurra DESCRIPTION:  \nWorkshop details\nJoin us for a wound care workshop presented by Jenny Prentice (PhD\, RN\, Stomal Therapy Nurse\, Cert.\, Palliative Care\, Dip Project Management\, Journal Editor World Council Enterostomal Therapists (Australia)) who will demonstrate how to assess and manage chronic and acute wounds. Dr Jenny Prentice has over 40 years’ experience in nursing\, stomal therapy and wound management in acute\, community\, private and aged care sectors in Australia and New Zealand. \nYou will discuss dressing selection\, compression therapy and bandaging. \nCase studies will be utilised for discussion and provide participants the opportunity to ‘touch\, feel and apply’ many of the dressing products currently in use. Please bring some of the dressings you currently use. \nInteraction is encouraged so come prepared to discuss and further develop skills in the management of wounds. \nThis workshop is held in partnership with the Kimberley Health Professionals Network. \nDate: Friday 27th October 2023\nTime: 8.30am to 4.00pm\nVenue: Kununurra Hospital\nRefreshments: Light refreshments including lunch are provided \nEligibility\nAll health care professionals \nRegistration\nOnline registration: https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/wound-care/registration \nRegistration fee\nCost: $50 (Inc GST) \nShould you have any questions in the meantime\, please do not hesitate to contact the Continuing Professional Development Team at CPD@ruralhealthwest.com.au or 08 6389 4500. Thank you.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/wound-care-kununurra/ LOCATION:Kununurra Hospital CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/wound-care-snip.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberley Health Professional Network":MAILTO:sara.hennessy@khpn.com.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231104 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230906T042533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T042533Z UID:10002304-1698710400-1699055999@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:WA Rural and Remote Mental Health Conference | Perth DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the upcoming WA Rural and Remote Mental Health Conference 2023\, a significant event that brings together professionals\, experts\, and stakeholders from across the mental health landscape. We invite you to be a part of this exceptional event as a sponsor or exhibitor\, contributing to the advancement of mental health care and support in rural and remote Western Australia. \nEvent Details:\nDate: 31 October to 3 November 2023\nVenue: Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges\nTheme: Looking Beyond: People\, Resilience\, and Innovation \nHosted by the WA Country Health Service (WACHS)\, the WA Rural and Remote Mental Health Conference has been a pioneering force in fostering dialogue\, collaboration\, and innovation in mental health care since its inception in 1992. As we commemorate the 30th anniversary of this event\, we aim to amplify its impact and make a difference in the lives of those living in rural and remote areas. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/wa-rural-and-remote-mental-health-conference-perth/ LOCATION:Esplanade Hotel\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/mental-health-conference.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231106 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20231011T061109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T061109Z UID:10002313-1699056000-1699228799@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Rural & Remote Emergency Medicine Skills Workshop | Broome DESCRIPTION:The Rural and Remote Emergency Medicine Workshop is an interactive two-day program that focuses on developing the emergency management skills and knowledge of rural and remote clinicians. Facilitated by experienced emergency and critical care clinicians the workshop addresses both adult and paediatric emergency presentations in a rural and remote context\, including: \n• Identification and management of critically ill patients\n• Approach and management of the agitated patient in a rural ED\n• Management of severe traumatic brain injury\n• Advanced airway management\n• Emergency procedural skills\n• Approach to Mass Casualty Events in the rural and remote setting including pre- and in-hospital preparedness and management \nImmersive simulation scenarios will provide participants the opportunity to apply\, practice and consolidate acquired skills and knowledge throughout the course. \nProgram:\nDay 1: 7.45am to 6.00pm (followed by networking event)\nDay 2: 8.00am to 4.30pm \nEligibility: All medical practitioners\, emergency department doctors and nurses\, and paramedics. Priority is given to those working in the local region. \nCost: $300 URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/rural-remote-emergency-medicine-skills-workshop-broome/ LOCATION:Broome\, Broome\, WA\, 6725\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/wound-care-snip.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231109 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20231011T061259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T061259Z UID:10002314-1699315200-1699487999@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:ARC Advanced Life Support | Broome DESCRIPTION:An Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) accredited course\, this two day program aims to teach the theory and practical skills to effectively manage cardio/respiratory arrest\, peri-arrest situations and special circumstances\, and to prepare senior members of a multidisciplinary team to manage the patient until transfer to a critical care area if possible. The course focuses on achieving advanced resuscitation competencies and is also designed to develop leadership and team skills in managing such emergencies. \nCourse Content:\n• Recognition\, assessment and management of the deteriorating patient using a structured ABCDE approach\n• Treat cardiac and/or respiratory arrest\, including manual defibrillation\n• Management of life-threatening arrhythmias\n• Preparing and planning post resuscitation care\n• Care for the deteriorating patient or patient in cardiac arrest in circumstances such as asthma\, anaphylaxis\, and pregnancy\n• Lead a team\, work as a team member\, and use structured communication skills including giving an effective handover\n• Candidates who successfully complete the program receive an ARC ALS2 Provider certificate\, valid for 4 years. \nCost:\n$300 for WACHS employees\n$600 for other Health Service employees\n$1500 for external candidates URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/arc-advanced-life-support-broome/ LOCATION:Broome\, Broome\, WA\, 6725\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/wound-care-snip.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231112 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20231011T060557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T060557Z UID:10002311-1699660800-1699747199@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:National Health Education and Training in Simulation | Kununurra DESCRIPTION:The National Health Education and Training in Simulation (NHET-Sim) program is a nationwide training program for healthcare professionals and their educators aimed at improving clinical training capacity. This core module covers basic principles of simulation with a focus on educational design for simulation scenarios\, briefing and debriefing practices. We consider what it means to be a simulation educator. By attending the workshop\, this module facilitates formation of a local community of practice by bringing participants together to discuss and practice Simulation Based Education (SBE) and training techniques. Participants have access to the NHET Sim e-learning materials to support the workshop \nEligibility: For anyone who currently or intends to use simulation as an educational method to support the development of healthcare professionals. \nCost:\nFREE for WACHS Staff\n$550 for external applicants \n  URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/national-health-education-and-training-in-simulation-kununurra/ LOCATION:Kununurra Hospital CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/wound-care-snip.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231113 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20231011T060738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T060738Z UID:10002312-1699747200-1699833599@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Paediatric Life Support | Kununurra DESCRIPTION:A one day primer course focused on the first ten minutes of emergency paediatric care. The Paediatric Life Support (PLS) Course covers the basics of emergency paediatric management\, using the structured approach as taught on the three day Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) Course. Consistent with the latest clinical practice in Australia and New Zealand\, information is presented in lectures\, workshops\, practical sessions and hands on emergency scenarios over a single day. All PLS instructors are leading practitioners in the field of paediatric care. Candidates also receive a comprehensive manual\, and are tested on key components. \nCourse Content:\n• Basic Life Support\n• Airway management\n• Cardiac Rhythm recognition and defibrillation\n• Preparing and planning post resuscitation care\n• Recognition of the seriously injured and seriously ill child \nCost: $300 URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/paediatric-life-support-kununurra/ LOCATION:Kununurra Hospital CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/wound-care-snip.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231118 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230906T030742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T030742Z UID:10002303-1700092800-1700265599@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:WA Ear and Hearing Health Forum | Perth DESCRIPTION:WA Ear and Hearing Health Forum \nRegistrations for the 2023 WA Ear and Hearing Health Forum are now open. Hosted by Rural Health West\, in collaboration with the Aboriginal Health Council of WA and the WA Child Ear Health Strategy\, the two day Forum will focus on regional ear health initiatives\, technologies and research in ear and hearing health through interactive discussions and practical upskilling. \n  \nDate: Thursday 16 and Friday 17 November 2023 \n  \nTime: Thursday: 8.00am – 5.00pm\nFriday: 8.00am – 1:30pm \n  \nVenue: The Esplanade Hotel by Rydges\, Fremantle \nWho should attend: clinical practitioners\, Aboriginal health workers and practitioners\, audiologists\, ear\, nose and throat surgeons\, ear health coordinators\, primary health care service providers and researchers. \nPlease visit the website to view further information about the Forum and to register. \nThe Forum will coincide with the Rural Health West Annual Aboriginal Health Conference. Travel support may be supported for eligible delegates. \nIf you have questions regarding the Forum please contact the Regional Services team on 08 6389 4500 or via email. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/wa-ear-and-hearing-health-forum-perth-2/ LOCATION:Esplanade Hotel\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/WAEHHF-2023-HPN-836px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231120 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230712T031921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T040253Z UID:10002298-1700265600-1700438399@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Aboriginal Health Conference | Perth DESCRIPTION:Registrations have opened for the 2023 Aboriginal Health Conference taking place at the Esplanade Hotel by Rydges in Walyalup\, Fremantle on the 18 and 19 November 2023. \n  \nThe theme for the Aboriginal Health Conference 2023 is: Dedication: the Story of our Elders. The conference will bring together health professionals from across rural WA\, and provide the opportunity to learn from those who came before us. We will hear their stories and reflect on how we can move through the challenges faced by so many\, and find a way forward together. \n  \nThe Aboriginal Health Conference is open to: \n\nAboriginal health workers\nAboriginal health practitioners\nGPs\, medical practitioners and medical officers\nMedical registrars\nNurses and midwives\nAllied health workers\nHealth and medical students\nHealth organisations and stakeholders\n\n  \nMore information\, including details on the travel support available for delegates\, can be found on the conference website – https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/ahc2023/ URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/aboriginal-health-conference-perth/ LOCATION:Esplanade Hotel\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AHC-2023-HPN_HOME-EVENT_PAGE_SCROLLING_IMAGE_836x548px_Register_now.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231123T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231123T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230829T063014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T063014Z UID:10002301-1700744400-1700748000@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Social and Emotional Wellbeing Tools with First Nations Peoples- Webinare DESCRIPTION:Social and Emotional Wellbeing Tools with First Nations Peoples \nThis 1-hour webinar will explore how the SEWB framework is relevant to practice and how to use WellMob resources with First Nations patients. \n\n23 Nov\, 1PM  \n23 Nov\, 8PM URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/social-and-emotional-wellbeing-tools-with-first-nations-peoples-webinare/ LOCATION:Online\, WA\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/wellmob.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231123T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231123T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20230829T063140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T063140Z UID:10002302-1700769600-1700773200@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Social and Emotional Wellbeing Tools with First Nations Peoples- Webinare DESCRIPTION:Social and Emotional Wellbeing Tools with First Nations Peoples \nThis 1-hour webinar will explore how the SEWB framework is relevant to practice and how to use WellMob resources with First Nations patients. \n\n23 Nov\, 1PM  \n23 Nov\, 8PM URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/social-and-emotional-wellbeing-tools-with-first-nations-peoples-webinare-2/ LOCATION:Online\, WA\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://khpn.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/wellmob.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T000000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T000000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20210609T021823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T061709Z UID:10001220-1708387200-1708387200@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:Australian Rural Leadership Program DESCRIPTION:The Australian Rural Leadership Program (ARLP) is a dynamic experiential learning program focused on the development of leadership for individuals and collectives who are contributing to the future prosperity of rural and regional Australia. \nDelivered under the ARLF banner for almost 30 years\, the ARLP is underpinned by a process of continual improvement and is guided by global best practice in adaptive leadership education. \nIn each cohort\, approximately 30 leaders are engaged in a series of unique\, immersive experiences (delivered in real-world contexts) to develop the adaptive skills to confidently overcome future challenges and act for the ‘greater good’ of rural and regional Australia. \nOver 15 months\, three sessions take place in Australia and one is held overseas. \n  \nLink: https://rural-leaders.org.au/event/australian-rural-leadership-program-course-28-session-1/ URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/australian-rural-leadership-program/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20240307T063207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T063207Z UID:10002361-1708430400-1708437600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:PCOC Clinical Leaders Assessment & Response Framework 2024 DESCRIPTION:At the end of the workshop\, the participants will: \nHave a documented plan to provide support and education. This includes a specific plan to address Key Strategy ‘local processes for assessment’\, Key Strategy ‘education processes’\, and a response to the recommendations in the PCOC education checklist.\nPossess knowledge and understanding of the PCOC training resources available to support implementation\, embed key concepts and promote consistent and reliable data collection.\nConnect and network with other senior clinicians for the purpose of sharing experiences and strategies in the successful application of the PCOC assessment and response framework. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/pcoc-clinical-leaders-assessment-response-framework-2024-3/2024-02-20/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20240307T053139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T053139Z UID:10002355-1708430400-1708437600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:PCOC Clinical Leaders Assessment & Response Framework 2024 DESCRIPTION:At the end of the workshop\, the participants\nwill: \nHave a documented plan to provide support\nand education. This includes a specific plan\nto address Key Strategy ‘local processes for\nassessment’\, Key Strategy ‘education\nprocesses’\, and a response to the\nrecommendations in the PCOC education\nchecklist.\nPossess knowledge and understanding of\nthe PCOC training resources available to\nsupport implementation\, embed key\nconcepts and promote consistent and\nreliable data collection.\nConnect and network with other senior\nclinicians for the purpose of sharing\nexperiences and strategies in the successful\napplication of the PCOC assessment and\nresponse framework. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/pcoc-clinical-leaders-assessment-response-framework-2024-2/2024-02-20/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240220T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20240307T051640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T051741Z UID:10002345-1708430400-1708437600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:PCOC Clinical Leaders Assessment & Response Framework 2024 DESCRIPTION:At the end of the workshop\, the participants\nwill: \nHave a documented plan to provide support\nand education. This includes a specific plan\nto address Key Strategy ‘local processes for\nassessment’\, Key Strategy ‘education\nprocesses’\, and a response to the\nrecommendations in the PCOC education\nchecklist.\nPossess knowledge and understanding of\nthe PCOC training resources available to\nsupport implementation\, embed key\nconcepts and promote consistent and\nreliable data collection.\nConnect and network with other senior\nclinicians for the purpose of sharing\nexperiences and strategies in the successful\napplication of the PCOC assessment and\nresponse framework. URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/pcoc-clinical-leaders-assessment-response-framework-2024/2024-02-20/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240223T163000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20240223T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T093506 CREATED:20240220T090643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T090643Z UID:10002326-1708705800-1708716600@khpn.com.au SUMMARY:WA Rural Health Long Service Awards 2024 | Perth DESCRIPTION:WA Rural Health Long Service Awards  \nAwards Ceremony and Cocktail Function \nFriday 23 February 2024  I  4.30pm – 7.30pm  I  Fraser’s Kings Park\nCost: $60 per person (complimentary for long-service recipients and one guest)\nDress: Cocktail \nLong Service Awards are presented to general practitioners and medical specialists who have served rural and regional Western Australia for over 20 years.  These awards recognise the extensive commitment to providing health services\, often to many generations of the same family and their continued involvement in the community. \nNominations are not required for this category. The recipients of Long Service Awards are identified through the Rural Health West database and will be notified personally. \nAwards for 20\, 30 and 40 years of service will be presented on Friday 23 February 2024 at a special Long Service Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Function. \nColleagues\, family and friends are welcome to attend the Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Function.\nPlease note: Due to venue restrictions\, children under 18 are not permitted to attend. \nFor any queries\, please contact the Awards Coordinator awards@ruralhealthwest.com.au URL:https://khpn.com.au/event/wa-rural-health-long-service-awards-2024-perth/ LOCATION:Fraser’s Restaurant King’s Park\, 60 Fraser Avenue King's Park\, Perth\, Select a State or Province:\, 6005\, Australia CATEGORIES:Health END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR