CESPHN has moved to Mascot!

Central and Eastern Sydney PHN has relocated to our new office at Level 5, 201 Coward Street, Mascot. This move will save us money on rent and infrastructure and will allow our staff to more effectively provide support to you from a central location within our region. Whilst we are still in process of setting up our new office, please direct all calls to our 1300 986 991 number. If you have any enquiries regarding the move, please do not hesitate to contact us at communications@cesphn.com.au.

EOI: Directors of the Board of EIS Health Limited

EIS Health Ltd is seeking expressions of interest for four elected director positions on its Board of Directors. EIS Health Ltd is a company limited by guarantee that auspices Central and Eastern Sydney PHN.
Click here to view the EOI and click here to view the Board Skills Matrix.

Central and Eastern Sydney PHN - NDIS Survey

Central and Eastern Sydney PHN is interested in hearing about your experience relating to the implementation of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and your future educational needs. If you are a health provider and would like to give your time to participate in this survey you will be eligible to win one of three $200 vouchers. This survey will take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. The survey closes COB Friday 28 September 2018.
Click here for more information. 

Quality Improvement PIP - Implement POLAR to prepare your practice!

The Quality Improvement PIP will be introduced in 2019 to eligible general practices who use practice data to improve patient outcomes and deliver best practice care. QI PIP will replace five existing incentives – aged care access, asthma, cervical screening, diabetes and quality prescribing. A key requirement of QI PIP will be the engagement with Primary Health Networks to undertake continuous quality improvement activities through the collection and review of practice data. 
Click here for more information. 

Positive Paws - Therapy Dog Awareness Month 

Delta Society's mission is to promote and facilitate positive interaction between people and companion animals. Delta Therapy Dogs is a heartwarming program that brings the joys of animal companionship to those who need it most. Delta’s amazing and devoted volunteer Therapy Dog teams brighten the lives of an estimated 20,000 Australians in healthcare and welfare facilities every week.
Click here for more information. 
Delta Dogs will be at the Rethinking Mental Health 5.0 forum. Click here to view the program.

The digital Australian Immunisation Handbook is now available online

In the new Handbook you will find the most up-to-date recommendations for the use of vaccines in Australia, ensuring you can provide your patients with the best possible advice regarding vaccine preventable diseases. While the Handbook will be online, those working offline or without internet connection will be able to download relevant sections to their devices or for printing. Please ensure you no longer reference the old printed version as these should be disposed of to ensure you are referencing the most up-to-date advice.

It's never too late for the flu vaccination

Practices are still encouraged to promote vaccination against the flu, especially to pregnant women. A reminder to check your vaccine expiry dates as some flu vax batches may be expiring soon.
Click here for more information.

 EOI: Directors of the Board of EIS Health Limited

EIS Health Ltd is seeking expressions of interest for four elected director positions on its Board of Directors. EIS Health Ltd is a company limited by guarantee that auspices Central and Eastern Sydney PHN.
Click here to view the EOI and click here to view the Board Skills Matrix.

Central and Eastern Sydney PHN - NDIS Survey

Central and Eastern Sydney PHN is interested in hearing about your experience relating to the implementation of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and your future educational needs. If you are a health provider and would like to give your time to participate in this survey you will be eligible to win one of three $200 vouchers. This survey will take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. The survey closes COB Friday 28 September 2018.
Click here for more information.

Stay Standing falls prevention program, Kensington

Older adults can learn how to manage their risk of falling to promote healthy independent ageing. The Stay Standing program includes home exercises and practical falls prevention information based on scientific research.
Please register with Frida: telephone (02) 9093 6972 or email frida.kitas@randwick.nsw.gov.au.
Click here for more information.

CESAHN is looking for new directors for their Board

There are a lot of members and allied health professionals in central and eastern Sydney who are passionate about primary health care and have a vision for the future. Getting involved with the CESAHN Board of Directors is a great way to be the change you want to see.
Click here for more information.

EOI: Directors of the Board of EIS Health Limited

EIS Health Ltd is seeking expressions of interest for four elected director positions on its Board of Directors. EIS Health Ltd is a company limited by guarantee that auspices Central and Eastern Sydney PHN.
Click here to view the EOI and click here to view the Board Skills Matrix.

Event: Here for LGBTI Inclusion

Rainbow Buzz will strengthen your understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people and communities to deliver more inclusive, informed and appropriate care. ACON, with the support of CESPHN, is providing free and essential one day training delivered across Sydney for workers who support clients experiencing issues with alcohol and/or other drugs (AOD).
Click here for more information. 

Stay Standing falls prevention program, Kensington

Older adults can learn how to manage their risk of falling to promote healthy independent ageing. The Stay Standing program includes home exercises and practical falls prevention information based on scientific research.
Please register with Frida: telephone (02) 9093 6972 or email frida.kitas@randwick.nsw.gov.au.
Click here for more information.

Digital health record encouraging healthy progress

22-30 September is Veteran’s Health Week and the theme this year is Nutrition. All veterans in Australia are urged to consider learning about the benefits of having a My Health Record, which could help them keep track of their health.
Click here for more information.

Following Central and Eastern Sydney PHN's recent move to Mascot, the CESPHN CPD program will continue to operate uninterrupted across the region. We will be using a number of venues around the St George and Inner West areas in place of the previous Ashfield and Kogarah office locations. CPD venues we will be using include:

• Torwood lounge
• Canada Bay Club
• Kareela Golf Club
• Canterbury Leagues club
• Canterbury/Hurlstone Park RSL 
• St George Leagues club
• St George Motor Boat Club, Sans Souci

The CPD team look forward to welcoming our stakeholders to our new office event space in Mascot. If there are any event enquiries, please contact events@cesphn.com.au.

Hazelhurst CPD Series - Diabetes

At:    Hazelhurst Gallery, 782 Kingsway, Gymea
On:   Thursday 27 September 6.30 pm dinner, 7.30 pm presentations
For:  GPs

Prince of Wales Private Hospital - General Surgery Update

At:    Conference Room, L7 POWP, Barker St, Randwick
On:   Wednesday 3 October 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs

My Health Record - Medico Legal Workshop for Pharmacists

At:    Canada Bay Club, 4 William St, Five Dock
On:   Thursday 4 October 7.00 pm dinner, 7.00 pm - 9.30 pm presentation
For:  Pharmacists

Chris O'Brien Lifehouse Medical Update

At:    Education Centre, L5 Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, 119 - 143 Missenden Rd, Camperdown
On:   Wednesday 10 October 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs

My Health Record - Q&A Workshop

At:    Gymea Tradies, 57 Manchester Rd North, Gymea
On:   Tuesday 16 October 12.00 noon lunch 12.30 pm - 2.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, PNs, PMs, PS, AHPs

Human Resources - NSW Industrial Relations

At:    CESPHN Office Mascot, L5, 201 Coward St
On:   Tuesday 16 October 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, PNs, PMs, PS, AHPs

Supporting Change in Alcohol Use or Other Behaviours Within a Usual GP Consult - ALM Session 2

At:    CESPHN Office Mascot, L5, 201 Coward St
On:  Wednesday 17 October 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm presentation
For:  GPs

St Vincent’s Private Hospital CPD Series - Orthopaedic Rehabilitation

At:    St Vincent’s Private Hospital, New Sister Bernice Wing Rehabilitation Unit, L12, 406 Victoria St, Darlinghurst 
On:  Wednesday 17 October 6.00 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs

My Health Record - Medico Legal Workshop for General Practice 

At:    Canada Bay Club, 4 William St, Five Dock
On:  Thursday 18 October 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, PNs, PS, PMs

Obesity Prevention in Primary Care

At:    CESPHN Office Mascot, L5, 201 Coward St
On:  Thursday 18 October 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, PNs, PMs

POLAR Software Training

At:    CESPHN Office Mascot, L5, 201 Coward St
On:  Monday 22 October 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, PNs, PMs, PS, practices with POLAR software

Wellness Awards

At:    CESPHN Office Mascot, L5, 201 Coward St
On:  Wednesday 24 October 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, PNs, AHPs

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