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Through case studies, presentations, group discussion and online learning the Contraception Essentials in Primary Care course will increase primary care providers’ knowledge and confidence in discussing the benefits of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) to reduce the incidence of unintended pregnancy amongst their patient population. This course will be particularly relevant for, but not limited to, general practitioners, nurse practitioners, and practice nurses working in primary care settings. If you’re interested in this course and are unable to attend, please click here to register your interest. Part 1: Tuesday, 14 November 2023, 6:30pm – 9:00pm (AEDT) Part 2: Wednesday, 15 November 2023, 6:30pm – 8:30pm (AEDT) Speakers Angela...

Through case studies, presentations, group discussion and online learning the Contraception Essentials in Primary Care course will increase primary care providers’ knowledge and confidence in discussing the benefits of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) to reduce the incidence of unintended pregnancy amongst their patient population. This course will be particularly relevant for, but not limited to, general practitioners, nurse practitioners, and practice nurses working in primary care settings. If you’re interested in this course and are unable to attend, please click here to register your interest. Part 1: Tuesday, 14 November 2023, 6:30pm – 9:00pm (AEDT) Part 2: Wednesday, 15 November 2023, 6:30pm – 8:30pm (AEDT) Speakers Angela...

Available Dates: Monday 20 November 2023 | 9:00am - 10:30am Monday 26 February 2024 | 1:30pm - 3:30pm Wednesday 22 May 2024 | 12:00pm - 1:30pm Cost: Free ticketed event | Venue: Your computer Designed for: Administrative Staff, Non-Clinical Staff, Aboriginal Health Workers, Aboriginal Liaison officers, Patient Care Assistants and Paid Carers Series: RACEPC Communicate | Facility Challenge Series Title: Talking About Aging Death and Dying Overview: Each team member working in a Residential Aged Care facility play an enormous part in a resident’s life and wellbeing. Compassionate staff contribute to and foster the environment this person now calls their home. The aging, dying and...

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 Learning Outcomes By the completion of this program participants will be able to: Undertake a suicide risk assessment effectively Develop a collaborative safety plan Provide effective management following a suicide attempt Topics Topic 1 - The Suicidal Crisis Topic 2 - Acute Management Topic 3 - After the Attempt Topic 4 - Bereaved by Suicide Accreditation 3 CPD hours (RACGP & ACRRM) Mental Health...

PEPA & The Pilbara Palliative Care Service will be facilitating  free palliative care education in Karratha on Tuesday 21 November 2023. Come and join us for an interactive session, utilising group discussion and case studies to provide Health Professionals with a greater understanding of palliative care and how it can be implemented within their work. Topics covered palliative approach communication skills advance care planning symptom recognition and understanding end of life care Target group: Nurses, Allied Health Professionals, Medical Staff, Aboriginal Health Workers and Liaison Officers, Assistants in Nursing, Allied Health Professionals etc. Presenter: Pilbara Palliative Care Service Palliative Care...

PEPA & The Pilbara Palliative Care Service will be facilitating  free palliative care education in Karratha on Tuesday 21 November 2023. Come and join us for an interactive session, utilising group discussion and case studies to provide Health Professionals with a greater understanding of palliative care and how it can be implemented within their work. Topics covered palliative approach communication skills advance care planning symptom recognition and understanding end of life care Target group: Nurses, Allied Health Professionals, Medical Staff, Aboriginal Health Workers and Liaison Officers, Assistants in Nursing, Allied Health Professionals etc. Presenter: Pilbara Palliative Care Service Palliative Care...

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 Learning Outcomes By the completion of this program participants will be able to: Undertake a suicide risk assessment effectively Develop a collaborative safety plan Provide effective management following a suicide attempt Topics Topic 1 - The Suicidal Crisis Topic 2 - Acute Management Topic 3 - After the Attempt Topic 4 - Bereaved by Suicide Accreditation 3 CPD hours (RACGP & ACRRM) Mental Health...

Duration 30 minutes Program Outline PTSD has many faces send many comorbidities. Sometimes, in primary care it can be very difficult to see that PTSD is part of the picture. In this session, Dr Kathy O’Grady will talk to Dr Jan Orman about the many ways PTSD can slip under the radar and some ways in which we can ensure that it doesn’t for patients. Mental health is the number one reason people see their GPs*, yet GPs are time poor and wait times to see psychologists are long. The need for mental health care is growing faster than specialised support...

Duration 30 minutes Program Outline PTSD has many faces send many comorbidities. Sometimes, in primary care it can be very difficult to see that PTSD is part of the picture. In this session, Dr Kathy O’Grady will talk to Dr Jan Orman about the many ways PTSD can slip under the radar and some ways in which we can ensure that it doesn’t for patients. Mental health is the number one reason people see their GPs*, yet GPs are time poor and wait times to see psychologists are long. The need for mental health care is growing faster than specialised support...

I-ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. I-ASIST provides a culturally relevant framework for participants to learn how to use a unique 6-task model to provide a suicide first-aid intervention, work with someone to develop a personalised safety plan to keep safe-for-now, and connect with further help. I-ASIST teaches participants to recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide.   Although I-ASIST is widely used by healthcare providers, participants don’t need any formal training to attend the workshop—I-ASIST can be learned and used by anyone.   If you are interested in attending, please email Samantha Hawkins...

I-ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. I-ASIST provides a culturally relevant framework for participants to learn how to use a unique 6-task model to provide a suicide first-aid intervention, work with someone to develop a personalised safety plan to keep safe-for-now, and connect with further help. I-ASIST teaches participants to recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide.   Although I-ASIST is widely used by healthcare providers, participants don’t need any formal training to attend the workshop—I-ASIST can be learned and used by anyone.   If you are interested in attending, please email Samantha Hawkins...

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 Learning Outcomes By the completion of this program participants will be able to: Undertake a suicide risk assessment effectively Develop a collaborative safety plan Provide effective management following a suicide attempt Topics Topic 1 - The Suicidal Crisis Topic 2 - Acute Management Topic 3 - After the Attempt Topic 4 - Bereaved by Suicide Accreditation 3 CPD hours (RACGP & ACRRM) Mental Health...