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September 2019
Digital Marketing Workshop | Bendigo
Effective patient communication in the digital world bring its challenges – websites, social media, practice TV, scheduling apps and even cyber security. But an effective digital strategy can save your team time, money and effort, helping you deliver information and services to your patients or clients, backed by evidence of efficiency. This free digital marketing workshop is being presented by industry specialists Good Talent Communications, who have experience with helping general practice expand their digital footprint. For more information click…
Find out more »Spirometry training course | Wangaratta
Provides comprehensive training in the application, measurement and interpretation of expiratory spirometry in general practice. The interactive workshop includes hands-on components to allow participants to apply their new knowledge in a practical setting. Open to GPs and practice nurses with participants required to complete pre-reading. Limited places are available so registering early is recommended. Learning outcomes Increase knowledge and awareness of the role of spirometry in primary care Develop practical skills to recognise and perform high quality spirometry Understand interpretation…
Find out more »October 2019
Medical professionals forum | Cohuna
GPs, dentists, pharmacists, health service executives and other medical professionals are invited to a forum to hear from Murray PHN CEO Matt Jones and Dr Freya Hildebrand, a respiratory physician on integrated health partnerships. Click here for the flyer RSVP by 27 September by emailing reception@ndch.or.au or phoning 03 5451 0200 and note any dietary requirements.
Find out more »Introduction to Motivational Interviewing | Mildura
This two-day training aims to develop a skilled workforce that is better equipped to support people who experience co-occurring mental health and substance misuse issues. Participants will gain an understanding of the spirit of motivational interviewing (MI). A range of exercises and video material will be used in this training session. Learning outcomes The training will introduce participants to the four stages of MI, and the core OARS micro-skills (open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections and summaries). This training qualifies for 12…
Find out more »Primary Care Asthma Update | Albury
This workshops will cover the essentials of best-practice asthma and respiratory management for primary care health professionals. This workshop is appropriate for primary healthcare professionals, including GPs, practice nurses, pharmacists, Aboriginal health practitioners and physiotherapists. Limited places are available so early registration is recommended. For more information click here for the flyer Click here to RSVP on Eventbrite by 14 October
Find out more »Asthma and Respiratory Management Seminar for Practice Nurses | Albury
This seminar provides role-specific education on best-practice asthma and respiratory management for nurses. Starting with the principles of diagnosis and management, each session then covers current statistics, paediatric and adult asthma, allergy, medications, device technique and COPD followed by an overview of conducting spirometry in general practice. Limited places are available so registering early is recommended. Click here for more information on the flyer Click here to RSVP on Eventbrite before 14 October
Find out more »Spirometry training course | Albury
Provides comprehensive training in the application, measurement and interpretation of expiratory spirometry in general practice. The interactive workshop includes hands-on components to allow participants to apply their new knowledge in a practical setting. Open to GPs and practice nurses with participants required to complete pre-reading. Limited places are available so registering early is recommended. Learning outcomes Increase knowledge and awareness of the role of spirometry in primary care Develop practical skills to recognise and perform high quality spirometry Understand interpretation…
Find out more »Antenatal and maternity related care in general practice | Albury
Provides general practitioners, midwives and other health professionals with an understanding of the maternity care schedule and processes that ensure women are provided with the best possible pregnancy journey. Learning outcomes List key screening requirements for first tests antenatal, ultrasound and first trimester screening Describe responses to decreased fetal movements, fetal growth and growth restriction and maternal sleeping position List healthy lifestyles with specific consideration to healthy weight during pregnancy and dietary requirements Outline what to look for and local…
Find out more »Antenatal and maternity related care in general practice | Wangaratta
Provides general practitioners, midwives and other health professionals with an understanding of the maternity care schedule and processes that ensure women are provided with the best possible pregnancy journey. General practitioners who intend to provide antenatal care and GP Shared Care for women who are pregnant and will be referring to Northeast Health Wangaratta for maternity and obstetric services are encouraged to attend. Information about becoming a Credentialed Shared Care provider with Northeast Health Wangaratta will be provided on the…
Find out more »November 2019
Introduction to Motivational Interviewing | Wodonga – FULLY BOOKED
This two-day training aims to develop a skilled workforce that is better equipped to support people who experience co-occurring mental health and substance misuse issues. Participants will gain an understanding of the spirit of motivational interviewing (MI). A range of exercises and video material will be used in this training session. Learning outcomes The training will introduce participants to the four stages of MI, and the core OARS micro-skills (open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections and summaries). This training qualifies for 12…
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