Events

Lifeline WA would like to invite you and your team, to attend some free family and domestic violence training in May 2024 that we are offering to people in the Geraldton area. The DV-alert program is fully funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services to help educate the public, and frontline workers on how to Recognise the signs of domestic and family violence, Respond appropriately to someone subjected to domestic and family violence, and Refer to appropriate support services. The 1-Day DV-aware workshops are free for any member of the public who would like to get a deep...

Description Suicide has a devastating impact on families, friends and whole communities. Pharmacists, due to their role and their accessibility in the community, have the potential to play a key role in recognising the signs and symptoms of suicide, restricting means and keeping the person safe until support is available. This Suicide Prevention Training for Pharmacists is an interactive, cased based workshop enabling peer discussion alongside the development of practical skills to implement. This training aims to increase pharmacists’ skills and confidence in: • Recognising signs warranting further exploration for suicidality; • Talking with someone who may display suicidal signs...

Join us in one of Australia’s greatest and most spectacular landscapes – the truly magnificent Karijini National Park. By day be spellbound by the contrasting Pilbara blue skies against the classic red rock formations, as you wind your way through gorges to undertake emergency medical scenarios.  At night, socialise under a canopy of stars with fellow participants and family members. This opportunity to experience the remote, beautiful, rugged, and incredibly fascinating Karijini National Park is one not to be missed. About the event The Rural and Remote Retrieval Weekend provides participants with the opportunity to learn about the management of...

A 5-Week Program for Women and Non-binary folk aged 18-30 Join in our 5-week group program and learn from sexologist and accredited practising dietitian Fran Foulkes-Taylor. Fran holds master’s degrees in both dietetics and sexology, and is the founder of Frank Sexology, specialising in relationship and sexuality education. As a Midwest local, Fran understands the unique experiences of living regionally, and has been delivering educational workshops in WA for more than 6 years. Over 5 sessions, Fran will support you to feel more confident in yourself, build strategies in self-care, and improve how you communicate with others. Very limited spots...

Description Dealing with Depression is a highly interactive program that aims to provide general practitioners with a practical framework for diagnosing and managing depression. The program uses case based learning to explore key challenges GPs experience when caring for patients with depression. Cases will be examined and effective strategies will be devised to address these challenges. Learning Outcomes • Diagnose clinically significant depression. • Recognise the contribution of biological, social and psychological factors to the current depressive episode. • Assess and manage risk in the depressed patient. • Select pharmacological treatment best suited to the individual patient. • Develop a...

The Mater­ni­ty Emer­gency Care (MEC) course is designed to enable the health work­force to devel­op the knowl­edge and skills nec­es­sary to pro­vide emer­gency care for preg­nant, birthing and imme­di­ate­ly post­na­tal women, and their babies. CRANAplus encour­ages par­tic­i­pants to apply the knowl­edge and skills learnt with­in the con­text of the poli­cies of the employ­ing health ser­vice and with­in each individual’s own scope of practice. Who is this course for? The MEC course will meet the learn­ing needs of the remote and iso­lat­ed health work­force (Nurs­es, non-prac­tis­ing mid­wives, Abo­rig­i­nal and Tor­res Strait Islander Health Workers/​Practitioners, Para­medics and Med­ical Officers).   Course deliv­ery The CRANAplus Mater­ni­ty Emer­gency Care...

A 5-Week Program for Women and Non-binary folk aged 18-30 Join in our 5-week group program and learn from sexologist and accredited practising dietitian Fran Foulkes-Taylor. Fran holds master’s degrees in both dietetics and sexology, and is the founder of Frank Sexology, specialising in relationship and sexuality education. As a Midwest local, Fran understands the unique experiences of living regionally, and has been delivering educational workshops in WA for more than 6 years. Over 5 sessions, Fran will support you to feel more confident in yourself, build strategies in self-care, and improve how you communicate with others. Very limited spots...

This forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist and Procedural GP Education Series. The one and a half day Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Forum 2024, will include optional Friday workshops, 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. Click HERE for further information and to register.

Presented by general and interventional cardiologist Associate Professor Chris Judkins  Tuesday, 28 May, 2024  6.30pm - 8.30pm  Carnarvon  

A 5-Week Program for Women and Non-binary folk aged 18-30 Join in our 5-week group program and learn from sexologist and accredited practising dietitian Fran Foulkes-Taylor. Fran holds master’s degrees in both dietetics and sexology, and is the founder of Frank Sexology, specialising in relationship and sexuality education. As a Midwest local, Fran understands the unique experiences of living regionally, and has been delivering educational workshops in WA for more than 6 years. Over 5 sessions, Fran will support you to feel more confident in yourself, build strategies in self-care, and improve how you communicate with others. Very limited spots...

Audience Multi-disciplinary; Allied Health; GPs; Mental Health Nurse; Psychologists; Social Workers; Youth Workers; Other mental health professionals. Description This blended learning workshop aims to increase health professionals’ skill and confidence in taking a detailed suicide history and developing a collaborative management plan to increase the safety of people planning suicide. The workshop provides practical tools for health professionals managing the full spectrum of suicide risk presentations including the acute suicidal crisis, care after a suicide attempt and assisting families experiencing suicide bereavement. This program combines online interactive sessions, case discussion and self-directed learning modules Learning Outcomes • Undertake a suicide...

Duration 6.5 hours    Program Outline This blended learning workshop aims to increase health professionals’ skill and confidence in taking a detailed suicide history and developing a collaborative management plan to increase the safety of people planning suicide. The workshop provides practical tools for health professionals managing the full spectrum of suicide risk presentations including the acute suicidal crisis, care after a suicide attempt and assisting families experiencing suicide bereavement. This program combines online interactive sessions, case discussion and self-directed learning modules. Module 1: Self-directed learning Duration: 1.5 hours Modality: Online module Module 2: Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention Duration: 3 hours Modality: Online...

Audience Multi-disciplinary; Allied Health; GPs; Mental Health Nurse; Psychologists; Social Workers; Audience GP Registrars; GPs; Other health professionals. Description The Talking About Suicide in General Practice workshop aims to increase GPs skill and confidence in: • Recognising presentations where suicide risk is high; • Undertaking a detailed risk assessment; • Management planning using a collaborative, team based approachs Learning Outcomes • Undertake a suicide risk assessment effectively; • Develop a collaborative safety plan; • Implement a team approach to treatment planning; • Provide effective management following a suicide attempt. Topic 1: The Suicidal Crisis Topic 2: Acute Management Topic 3:...

Audience Multi-disciplinary; Allied Health; GPs; Mental Health Nurse; Psychologists; Social Workers; Youth Workers; Other mental health professionals. Description This blended learning workshop aims to increase health professionals’ skill and confidence in taking a detailed suicide history and developing a collaborative management plan to increase the safety of people planning suicide. The workshop provides practical tools for health professionals managing the full spectrum of suicide risk presentations including the acute suicidal crisis, care after a suicide attempt and assisting families experiencing suicide bereavement. This program combines online interactive sessions, case discussion and self-directed learning modules. Learning Outcomes • Undertake a suicide...

Audience Multi-disciplinary; Allied Health; GPs; Mental Health Nurse; Psychologists; Social Workers; Audience GP Registrars; GPs; Other health professionals. Description The Talking About Suicide in General Practice workshop aims to increase GPs skill and confidence in: • Recognising presentations where suicide risk is high; • Undertaking a detailed risk assessment; • Management planning using a collaborative, team based approachs Learning Outcomes • Undertake a suicide risk assessment effectively; • Develop a collaborative safety plan; • Implement a team approach to treatment planning; • Provide effective management following a suicide attempt. Topic 1: The Suicidal Crisis Topic 2: Acute Management Topic 3:...

The National Diabetes Services Scheme has finalised their health professional webinar schedule, providing two educational webinars each month. The webinars will take place on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 6-7pm. Register here

The Aboriginal Health Conference 2024 will provide an opportunity to come together and learn from each other. Through presentations, panel sessions, case study discussions and workshops we will provide an engaging and informative conference program for delegates. The 2024 theme, "Circling the Fire: Connecting, Celebrating, and Committing to Aboriginal Health," embodies the spirit of unity, celebration, and dedication to improving Indigenous health outcomes. This theme aligns seamlessly with the NAIDOC theme for 2024, 'Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud,' reinforcing our commitment to empowering Aboriginal communities. The conference program will have five streams, providing comprehensive insights into crucial aspects of Aboriginal health:...

Description Dealing with Depression is a highly interactive program that aims to provide general practitioners with a practical framework for diagnosing and managing depression. The program uses case based learning to explore key challenges GPs experience when caring for patients with depression. Cases will be examined and effective strategies will be devised to address these challenges. Learning Outcomes • Diagnose clinically significant depression. • Recognise the contribution of biological, social and psychological factors to the current depressive episode. • Assess and manage risk in the depressed patient. • Select pharmacological treatment best suited to the individual patient. • Develop a...

Program Outline Dealing with Depression is a highly interactive program that aims to provide general practitioners with a practical framework for diagnosing and managing depression. The program uses case based learning to explore key challenges GPs experience when caring for patients with depression. Cases will be examined and effective strategies will be devised to address these challenges. Program Structure This training will be delivered using a blended format of self-directed learning completed in participants’ own time and online interactive Zoom sessions. There are 3 Modules which must be completed: Module 1: 1.5 hours Self-directed learning Module 2: 3 hour online interactive...

Program Outline With a focus on self-harm and suicide in adolescence, this program will assist clinicians to manage youth in distress, self-harm and suicidality. The program has been designed to build on the current level of skills of participants and to further develop confidence in undertaking risk assessment and safety planning for youth in distress. Module 1 will need to be completed prior to the commencement of module 2. CPD certificates will be given after completion of all 4 modules in their entirety. Times: Modules 2, 3 & 4 run between 9am-4pm, including breaks. Prerequisites Suitable for mental health clinicians...

This forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist and Procedural GP Education Series.  The two day Rural Anaesthetics Forum 2024, will include lectures, interactive discussions and sessions delivered concurrently and facilitated by experienced specialists.  The forum will provide an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. Click HERE for further information.

Program Outline NOTE: All times listed are AEDT/AEST 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...

Program Outline We are pleased to invite you to join our new, online Journal Club, facilitated by Black Dog Institute’s Neuromodulation and Ketamine clinical and research team. The Journal Club will meet 5:00pm - 6:00pm on the first Wednesday of each month, commencing from February 2024. Each month, we’ll present an article or paper, have time for Q & A with clinical and academic experts, followed by a discussion on implications for clinical practice. A CPD certificate will be provided to attendees. We encourage psychiatrists, mental health professionals and academic researchers with an interest in neuromodulation and novel treatments for...

Program Outline Suicide has a devastating impact on families, friends and whole communities. Pharmacists, due to their role and their accessibility in the community, have the potential to play a key role in recognising the signs and symptoms of suicide, restricting means and keeping the person safe until support is available. This Suicide Prevention Training for Pharmacists is an interactive, cased based workshop enabling peer discussion alongside the development of practical skills to implement. This training aims to increase pharmacists’ skills and confidence in: • Recognising signs warranting further exploration for suicidality • Talking with someone who may display suicidal...

Program Outline The Talking About Suicide in General Practice workshop aims to increase GPs skill and confidence in: • recognising presentations where suicide risk is high • undertaking a detailed risk assessment • management planning using a collaborative, team based approach Accreditation • 3 CPD hours incl. 2 hours Educational Activity and 1 hour Reviewing Performance • Mental Health CPD Prerequisites Pre-disposing activity Suitable for GP Registrars;GPs;Other mental health professionals Topics Covered Topic 1 The Suicidal Crisis Topic 2 Acute Management Topic 3 After the Attempt Topic 4 Bereaved by Suicide Learning Objectives By the completion of this program participants will be able to: •...

Description Suicide has a devastating impact on families, friends and whole communities. Pharmacists, due to their role and their accessibility in the community, have the potential to play a key role in recognising the signs and symptoms of suicide, restricting means and keeping the person safe until support is available. This Suicide Prevention Training for Pharmacists is an interactive, cased based workshop enabling peer discussion alongside the development of practical skills to implement. This training aims to increase pharmacists’ skills and confidence in: • Recognising signs warranting further exploration for suicidality; • Talking with someone who may display suicidal signs...

Description Depression is a common condition frequently managed in primary care. Identifying and managing depression in a rural context presents a unique set of challenges for health professionals providing mental health care in their communities. Dealing with Depression in Rural Australia is a highly interactive, multidisciplinary program developed specifically to address the needs of clinicians delivering health care for people presenting with depression in a rural setting Using a case-based problem solving format, the program outlines a practical framework for assessment and management planning readily applicable to primary care Learning Outcomes • Differentiate between the differing sub-types of clinical depression...

This blended learning workshop aims to increase health professionals’ skill and confidence in taking a detailed suicide history and developing a collaborative management plan to increase the safety of people planning suicide. The workshop provides practical tools for health professionals managing the full spectrum of suicide risk presentations including the acute suicidal crisis, care after a suicide attempt and assisting families experiencing suicide bereavement. This program combines online interactive sessions, case discussion and self-directed learning modules. Module 1: Self-directed learning Duration: 1.5 hours Modality: Online module Module 2: Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention Duration: 3 hours Modality: Online interactive Zoom session   Module 3:...

Audience Multi-disciplinary; Allied Health; GPs; Mental Health Nurse; Psychologists; Social Workers; Audience GP Registrars; GPs; Other health professionals. Description The Talking About Suicide in General Practice workshop aims to increase GPs skill and confidence in: • Recognising presentations where suicide risk is high; • Undertaking a detailed risk assessment; • Management planning using a collaborative, team based approachs Learning Outcomes • Undertake a suicide risk assessment effectively; • Develop a collaborative safety plan; • Implement a team approach to treatment planning; • Provide effective management following a suicide attempt. Topic 1: The Suicidal Crisis Topic 2: Acute Management Topic 3:...

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. Eligibility: All medical practitioners are welcome to register, with priority given to currently practising rural and remote...

Technology has developed so fast in relation to AI in recent years that the use of AI, including Chat GPT, is now becoming the norm in our lives, including healthcare. There has been a notable surge of text-based artificial intelligence products, including but not limited to ChatGPT, GPT-4, Bard, and other prominent large language models (LLMs). Many software companies are incorporating AI solutions into their products. The development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in health and biotechnology is creating opportunities and benefits for healthcare providers and consumers. Presently, AI is being used in medical fields such as diagnostics, e-health...

The CRANAplus Triage Emergency Care course is based on the Emergency Triage Education Kit (ETEK) with a focus on application for rural, remote and isolated settings. Designed for nurses (including practice nurses) and GPs but open to a variety of health care professionals, the course upskills the rural triage practitioner to confidently assess patients and apply the Australasian Triage Scale to allocate an appropriate triage category. Course deliv­ery: The Zoom work­shop for the Triage Emer­gency Care Inten­sive online course is designed to be com­plet­ed in one day. The course deliv­ers the same con­tent as tra­di­tion­al cours­es using a com­bi­na­tion of:...

The Monitored Medicines Prescribing Code came into effect on 12 December 2024, replacing the Schedule 8 Prescribing Code. This update focuses on the key changes to the prescribing of monitored medicines under the Code, including changes to the prescription of S8 stimulant medicines, medicinal cannabis and opioids as well as changes regarding ScriptCheckWA . Presented by Meeghan Clay, Chief Pharmacist.

Often in GDM management, the main focus and measure of success during pregnancy for healthcare providers and patients alike, is often placed on maintaining target glucose levels. Linda's presentation offers additional practice points regarding other fundamental nutritional considerations that need to be recognised, to provide true holistic care in GDM. Ensuring that healthcare settings and HCP’s are equipped to support general nutritional adequacy and healthy weight gain education, is paramount in assisting in reducing both short and long-term complications, as well as maximising patients' wellbeing on during the pregnancy. This presentation also intends to evoke further consideration of how we...

The Midwest-Gascoyne Health Professionals Network invites our medical professionals and allied health professionals in the Midwest and their families to our Welcome to 2025 networking event. Come down and enjoy a relaxed evening with some light refreshments and catch up with colleagues and friends after the holiday season. This event is FREE for members of the Midwest-Gascoyne Health Professionals Network – Visit mwhpn.com.au/network to become a member (membership is free). For more information, please email MWGHPN Coordinator Daria Budarina at daria.budarina@mwhpn.com.au

The WA Rural Health Long Service Awards are run in partnership with Rural Health West and the WA Country Health Service. The WA Rural Health Long Service Awards honour the remarkable dedication of general practitioners and medical specialists who have served the rural communities of Western Australia for over 20 years. Since 2008, Rural Health West has proudly hosted the annual WA Rural Health Awards (previously known as the WA Country Doctors Awards), celebrating the outstanding contributions of health professionals working in rural areas.  These awards not only recognise long-standing service but also highlight excellence in rural health care. In...

The College is grateful to be able to welcome Camilla Rowland, Chief Executive Officer, Palliative Care Australia (PCA) as our guest speaker for the ACHSM College live webcast 2025 series. The Australian health system has traditionally delivered end of life care through palliative care services and other health specialties such as oncology and primary health over the decades.  With our rapidly growing ageing population and the introduction of Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation now across almost every State and Territory, it is critical to consider the impact on the health systems and services, and indeed all health professionals. This webcast considers the...

Join RACGP WA for an overview of the Firearms Act and the reforms that are taking place, including those consulted on with the College. This webinar will outline the Firearms Act reforms that are taking place including the practical considerations and the role of GPs in terms of the Firearms Health Assessment (FHA) process. Presented by Dr Mariam Bahemia. As always, there will be a dedicated Q&A session, and the opportunity to submit your questions ahead of time.

This free, online event is tailored for a range of healthcare professionals, including non-clinical administrative staff, nurses, allied health professionals, and facility managers. The session focuses on the important role each team member plays in improving the well-being of residents in residential aged care. It addresses the challenges of ageing, dying, and death, emphasising the need for resilience and compassion from all staff members to create a supportive and nurturing environment. Discussion Points: Identifying signs of approaching death in residents. Appropriate communication during difficult times. Addressing and dispelling common misconceptions. Providing meaningful support during challenging moments. Knowing when to escalate...

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...

Program Outline Are you feeling burnt out? You’re not alone. Black Dog Institute’s Navigating Burnout module has been developed specifically for health workers to reduce the impact of burnout in a way that is sensitive to your unique challenges. This 30-minute presentation looks at the causes, signs and impact of burnout and discusses resources and supports to help with the management of burnout. The Navigating Burnout module forms part of The Essential Network for Health Professionals (TEN) which connects health workers to a network of essential resources and support to manage stress and to maintain good mental health. TEN offers mental health screening,...

This course, part of the Critical Care Nursing Course series, focuses on renal function, acute kidney injury (AKI), and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Delivered by experienced critical care nurses, this course will cover essential renal physiology, fluid and electrolyte balance and a detailed overview of AKI management. Renal replacement therapy is a regular requirement of critically ill patients, and an essential skill for all ICU nurses. Looking at a patient case study, you will learn about CRRT setup, usage, and troubleshooting techniques along with other key patient management factors including nutrition, and nephrotoxic medications use. Learning Objectives Outline the...

The Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum is a half-day forum designed for hepatitis B s100 prescribers that will cover current and relevant sector priorities and topics. With expert panels and interactive case discussions, the 2025 Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum is an opportunity to dive deep into emerging areas of hepatitis B treatment and management and discuss the contemporary issues facing hepatitis B clinical care in Australia. Learning outcomes:   Describe barriers to accessing hepatitis B management, treatment, and linkage to care Evaluate hepatitis B patients’ suitability for monitoring and treatment Develop guideline-based approaches for managing patients with hepatitis B, referring to both...

  Program Outline This blended learning workshop aims to increase health professionals’ skill and confidence in taking a detailed suicide history and developing a collaborative management plan to increase the safety of people planning suicide. The workshop provides practical tools for health professionals managing the full spectrum of suicide risk presentations including the acute suicidal crisis, care after a suicide attempt and assisting families experiencing suicide bereavement. This program combines online interactive sessions, case discussion and self-directed learning modules. Module 1: Self-directed learning Duration: 1.5 hours Modality: Online module Module 2: Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention Duration: 3 hours Modality: Online interactive Zoom session...