There has been growing recognition that comprehensive conservative care may be a more suitable treatment option for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Patients with advanced age, significant comorbidities and poor functional status may not gain a survival benefit with dialysis when compared with being managed conservatively. Salient aspects throughout the trajectory of kidney failure will be discussed in this case-study based Continue Reading

New statewide referral criteria for advice on the management of long COVID came into effect on 1 July 2023. This session will provide an update on the criteria and help increase understanding of long COVID and how best to support patients. Speakers: Dr Bernard Shiu, director of Geelong Long COVID Clinic and clinical director of Banksia Medical Centre. Bernard also holds Continue Reading

General practitioners and other healthcare professionals are invited to attend this case-study based webinar. Learn about common complications in chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 4 and 5, a suitable management plan to slow the progression of CKD stage 4 in the setting of diabetic nephropathy, along with treatment options in kidney failure and when to refer to a nephrologist. Click Continue Reading