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  • Webinar: Diagnosis and Treatment of PTSD in Emergency Service Workers

    WA, Australia

    GPs often play a central role in the provision of healthcare to communities in the immediate, acute phase of emergency situations, and on an ongoing basis for the long-term recovery of individuals and their broader community. Emergency Service Workers are one of the high-risk groups for trauma exposure and are more vulnerable to developing mental health problems. These mental health conditions have significant impact on their employment, family/relationships, and wellbeing. This workshop has been designed with a focus on GPs, to diagnose patients with acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and other comorbidities. Evidence based guidelines will be used as...

  • Monkeypox Clinical Update

    WA, Australia

    This webinar will provide a clinical update on diagnosing, treating and managing monkeypox (MPX), as well as current vaccine strategies and public health impacts. The webinar will feature a presentation by Dr Vincent Cornelisse and Q&A panel discussion with Dr Sam Elliott and Heath Paynter (AFAO Deputy CEO). Learning objectives: –   Assess clinical presentation of MPX and make a diagnosis –   Understand how to treat and manage MPX, including possible complications –   Identify the public health impacts of MPX –   Identify current vaccine strategies and effectiveness Date: Thursday 27th of October Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm AWST (WA) Available on demand: By registering, you will...

  • Toxicological Emergencies (TOX) – Perth – March 2022 – REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN!

    WA, Australia

    Workshop details This one day workshop covers general and specific topics related to poisoning and local toxicology, using an interactive tutorial format concentrating on small group discussions of case scenarios. Presented by leading specialists in their field, this course has been designed to offer practising rural medical practitioners an update in toxicological emergencies Eligibility Open to all Medical Practitioners and Nursing Practitioners. Priority of places will be offered to WA rural placed GP VMP's and locums. Online registration: https://www.ruralhealthwest.com.au/general-practice/professional-development/conferences-events/2022/03/25/default-calendar/toxicological-emergencies-(tox)---perth All confirmed participants will receive written confirmation via email of their place in this workshop approximately 4-6 weeks prior to the...

  • Rural Emergency Advanced Clinical Training (REACT+) – Perth

    WA, Australia

    The two day course will be facilitated by a team of experienced emergency physicians with extensive pre course materials including a USB of the course skills and drills being provided to each participant prior to attending. The REACT+ course includes medical emergencies, major trauma and cardiac arrest in children and adults as well as associated lifesaving procedural skills training. It is highly interactive and participants are predominantly involved in emergency skills stations and simulated scenarios. Successful completion of REACT+ course is acceptable evidence towards meeting the WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Emergency Department (ED) credentialing requirements (ED workshops component) Please...

  • Neonatal Emergency Care (NEC) workshop- Port Hedland- registrations now open!

    WA, Australia

    Workshop details The Neonatal Emergency Care course is combined training for medical practitioners, GP obstetricians and midwives.  The workshop provides obstetric teams with the necessary skills to effectively manage problems which may occur during delivery and post-natal care. Day One − Neonatal Resuscitation Program Understanding the physiology of normal transition at birth; Understanding approaches to neonatal resuscitation; Participant demonstration of proficient resuscitation skills; Participant demonstration of the ability to lead full neonatal resuscitation and co-ordinate the response of others; and Understanding how lessons learnt can be implemented to improve care in the local setting. Day Two – Emergency Neonatal Care...

  • Emergency Airway Skills (EAM) workshop – Port Hedland

    WA, Australia

    Workshop details This Rural Health West CPD workshop is designed to assist health professionals to develop and practise skills essential in unexpected crises, particularly with problem airways. Delivered in WA Country Health Service facilities, this workshop has a heavy emphasis on teamwork and the organisation of medical emergency teams incorporating presentations, skill stations and scenario-based crises with simulation manikins.    The workshop will include: Hands on simulation: practice common scenarios and structured care Short presentations by experienced Anaesthetists and Technicians Electronic resources   Date: Friday 18 February 2022 Time: 8.00am - 4.30pm Venue: Hedland Health Campus - Learning and Development...

  • Rural Emergency Medicine Forum 2022 – February – REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN

    WA, Australia

    Forum details This forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist Procedural GP Education Series. The forum will be limited to 60 participants.  Travel support will apply for all practicing WA country doctors.  The event will include a mix of lectures, problem based discussions, simulation and skills stations happening concurrently over the weekend.  It will also be an opportunity to catch up with friends and colleagues. This forum is pending accreditation with RACGP and ACRRM. Eligibility Open to all currently practicing Emergency Doctors, FACEMs, Medical Practitioners REGISTER HERE Online registration: https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/remf-2022/registrations Preliminary Program...

  • Rural Emergency Advanced Clinical Training (REACT+) – Perth

    WA, Australia

    The two day course will be facilitated by a team of experienced emergency physicians with extensive pre course materials including a USB of the course skills and drills being provided to each participant prior to attending. The REACT+ course includes medical emergencies, major trauma and cardiac arrest in children and adults as well as associated lifesaving procedural skills training. It is highly interactive and participants are predominantly involved in emergency skills stations and simulated scenarios. Successful completion of REACT+ course is acceptable evidence towards meeting the WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Emergency Department (ED) credentialing requirements (ED workshops component) Please...

  • Webinar: COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout For Young Children

    WA, Australia

    Learn all about Australia’s COVID-19 vaccination program aimed at children aged 5 to 11, set to start from 10 January 2022. This month, Australia will be launching the COVID-19 vaccination program for young children. Join Prof Chris Blyth for an update on the COVID-19 vaccination rollout for children. Using the latest evidence, this webinar covers: - an overview of the COVID-19 vaccination rollout for children - effectiveness of the vaccines for children (including different variants) - intervals and dosing - co-administration with influenza and other child vaccines - tips around managing needle phobia and parent hesitancy We'll conclude with a...

  • Pressure rising: clinical controversies and updates in hypertension

    WA, Australia

    WEBINAR DETAILS This World Heart Day, the Heart Foundation is partnering with the World Heart Federation and the High Blood Pressure Council of Australia to bring to you another health professional webinar. Along with Prof Garry Jennings, Chief Medical Advisor and Interim CEO of the Heart Foundation, our global expert panel will explore the latest clinical controversies in blood pressure management, including targets, resistant hypertension, and new digital technology for blood pressure monitoring. Prof. Rhian Touyz (International speaker) Executive Director and Chief Scientific Officer at the Research Institute of McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Canada Prof. Markus Schlaich Dobney Chair...