Call for Expressions of Interest: Clinical leadership in cancer screening
General Practitioners and Practice Nurses in Rockdale, Botany, Canterbury, Strathfield and Sydney LGAs are invited to submit an expression of interest to become part of an Active Learning Module program that will lead your practice through the implementation of improved cancer screening techniques. You will be reimbursed at a rate of $120 per hour for face to face training, and awarded 40 Category 1 CPD points, or practice nurse equivalent . Click here
for more information and to start your application.
Call for Expressions of Interest: Alzheimer’s Australia Dementia Advisory Committee
Alzheimer’s Australia are seeking expressions of interest from people living with dementia to become members of the Alzheimer’s Australia Dementia Advisory Committee. The committee supports people with dementia in advocating for the needs and priorities of people with dementia in relation to service provision, information, support and education.
The committee meets monthly by teleconference, 1-2 times per year face to face, and communicates on a regular basis through email. All members of the committee are people with dementia. There are a maximum of 12 members from around Australia and we are currently seeking five new members.
For more information phone Leanne O'Neill on 6278 8900 or email nat.admin@alzheimers.org.au
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Memory and Cognition
We are pleased to announce the commencement of the new RPA Memory and Cognition Clinic, a joint venture between the Departments’ of Geriatric Medicine and Neurology, located on level 8 of RPA main building. It is a multidisciplinary clinic specialising in the assessment, diagnosis and management of adults with primary memory and cognitive complaints. Individuals referred will be assessed by either a Geriatrician or Neurologist, plus members of the multidisciplinary team, which includes a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker and Neuropsychologist.
Referrals must be for the evaluation of primary cognitive or memory issues. For separate Geriatric or Neurological issues referrals should be made to general Geriatric or Neurology clinics. Nursing home (i.e. high level care) residents are not eligible. Referrals can either be faxed to 9515 7843 or emailed to this booking email , and should include a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score or equivalent. For any enquiries, please contact the clinic directly on 9515 4540.
For further information click here.
Foundations of General Practice Nursing APNA Workshop Sydney 14 and 15 July 2017
This 2-day workshop is intended to give an overview of the knowledge and key skills required by a nurse transitioning into General Practice. The program is planned to provide an understanding of the roles, responsibilities and skills necessary for nurses working in the primary health/ general practice environment. If you are a practice nurse or you have a practice nurse within your practice that would benefit from attending this workshop, click here
for more information and to register. For enquiries, please contact admin@apna.asn.au
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month - a great time to promote bowel cancer screening and the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP). Importantly, if found early 9 out of 10 cases of bowel cancer can be successfully treated. The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program saves lives – but it can only work with the support of general practices. The evidence is clear that a recommendation from a primary healthcare provider is an important motivator for participation in bowel cancer screening. For more information on the program and what you can do, visit our website.
Local Aboriginal Women’s Perspectives on Addressing Violence against Women
Hear from local Aboriginal women on the important issue of addressing violence against women at a women's health forum on Friday 21 July 2017. You will be given the opportunity to hear about sexual assault and family violence, as well as engage in a forum discussion facilitated by Elizabeth Wymarra from WEAVE. For more information please contact Toni Smith at toni.smith@sswahs.nsw.gov.au or 9515 1257.
Click here to view the event agenda and further RSVP information.
Ramadan information for doctors and patients
The Muslim Women Association (MWA) has prepared some information for general practitioners regarding fasting during the month of Ramadan. Ramadan takes place from approximately 27 May - 25 June in 2017 and the MWA has put together some advice for those undertaking fasting this year to ensure everybody remains happy and healthy during this period. Click here to read the full letter.
Central and Eastern Sydney PHN Upcoming Events
Advanced Care Planning - Aged Care Update At: Conference Room, L7 POWP, Barker St, Randwick
On: Thursday 22 June, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs
Good Health: Practical Innovations in Primary Health Care At: Carriageworks Sydney
On: Saturday 24 June, 12.00 pm registration and lunch, 1.00 - 5.00 pm presentations
For: GPs, PNs, AHPs
St Vincent’s Private CPD - Neurology and Neurosurgery Update At: St Vincent’s Clinic, L4 Function Room, Barcom Ave, Darlinghurst
On: Tuesday 27 June, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs
Sexual Health - The Critical Role of the Practice Nurse in the Responses against STIs and HIV At: CESPHN Kogarah Office, L3, 15 Kensington St, Kogarah
On: Tuesday 27 June, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: Practice Nurses
My Health Record in Pharmacy At: Holiday Inn Sydney Airport, Cnr O’Riordan St and Bourke Rd, Mascot
On: Tuesday 27 June, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: Pharmacists
Influencing Commissioning Workshop Thursday 29 June 2017
Community organisations are invited to nominate people to attend this free Health Consumers NSW workshop delivered by Jack Nunn at Central and Eastern Sydney PHN's Ashfield office from 10 am - 4 pm. For further information on the event please email hr@cesphn.com.au View the event flyer here.
Paediatrics - Sneezes and Wheezes At: Hazelhurst Art Gallery, 782 Kingsway, Gymea
On: Thursday 29 June, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.30 pm presentation
For: GPs
CPR - $66.00 At: Education Centre, War Memorial Hospital, 125 Birrell Street, Waverley
On: Monday 3 July, 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm presentation
For: GPs, PNs, AHPs, practice admin staff
Assessment Skills Focussing on Alcohol and Substance Disorder At: CESPHN Ashfield Office, L1, 158 Liverpool Rd
On: Tuesday 4 July, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs, PNs, AHPs, Psychologists
Prince of Wales Private Monthly Medical Updates At: Conference Room, L7 POWP, Barker St, Randwick
On: Wednesday 5 July, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs
Managing People with Severe and Enduring Mental Illness At: CESPHN Ashfield Office, L1, 158 Liverpool Rd
On: Thursday 6 July, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs, PNs, Accredited Mental Health Professionals
ANSC - Sutherland and St George Update At: Hazelhurst Art Gallery, 782 Kingsway, Gymea
On: Thursday 6 July, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs
Understanding Your Patient with Mental Health Concerns At: CESPHN Kogarah Office, L3, 15 Kensington St, Kogarah
On: Tuesday 11 July, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs, PNs, AHPs, practice admin staff
What the Primary Care Professional Needs to Know about Dementia At: Education Centre, L5 Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, 119 - 143 Missenden Rd, Camperdown
On: Wednesday 12 July, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs, PNs, AHPs
RPA and Canterbury ANSC - Obstetrics Update At: Kerry Packer Education Centre, RPA Hospital, 119 - 43 Missenden Rd, Camperdown
On: Saturday 15 July, 12.30 pm registration and lunch. 1.00 - 4.30 pm presentations
For: GPs
Advanced Care Planning - Aged Care Update
(same content as 22 June) At: CESPHN Kogarah Office, L3, 15 Kensington St, Kogarah
On: Tuesday 18 July, 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For: GPs
Kogarah Office 9330 9900
Level 3, 15 Kensington St, Kogarah
Ashfield Office 9799 0933
Level 1, 158 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield
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