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12
July
2019 Issue #
125
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AMA (WA) elects new President
The Australian Medical Association (WA) last week elected Dr Andrew Miller as President.
Dr Miller served as AMA (WA) President in 2016-2017 but did not seek re-election at the end of his first year due to family illness.
Dr Miller said he was proud to have been elected to head the AMA (WA) in the first contested presidential election in 15 years.
Dr Miller, a University of Western Australia graduate is a specialist anaesthetist and company director.
To continue reading, please visit the AMA (WA) website.
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Government survey raises concerns about senior health management
The State Government’s very first staff engagement survey for public health workers has shown a worrying lack of faith in senior management, the Australian Medical Association (WA) said today.
"Just 42 per cent of medical professionals agreed it was safe to speak up and challenge the way things were done in their organisation. This indicates that 58 per cent of doctors feel fearful to voice their opinion – and that’s just not good enough,” AMA (WA) President Dr Andrew Miller said.
Clinical engagement and morale are recognised as crucial determinants to patient outcomes.
To continue reading, please visit the AMA (WA) website.
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Excellence in health acknowledged at AMA (WA) Awards Night
Three significant achievers in the health field were acknowledged by the Australian Medical Association (WA) at the 2019 AMA (WA) Charity Gala Dinner and Awards Night.
The event, held at Perth’s Hyatt Regency on Saturday 22 June, saw more than 350 people gather to recognise excellence in health.
Congratulations to the following award winners:
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Professor John Newnham - Hippocrates Award
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John Inverarity - AMA (WA) President’s Award
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Dr Katrina Calvert - AMA (WA) Junior Doctor of the Year
Visit the AMA (WA) website to find out more about the award winners.
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Reminder to complete the Senior Doctors Morale and Clinical Engagement Survey
The AMA (WA) is conducting a Morale and Clinical Engagement Survey for senior doctor members who are employed by or provide services at WA public hospitals and health services. Senior doctors have been emailed inviting them to complete the confidential survey. The AMA (WA) strongly encourages senior doctors to complete the survey.
The 2019 Survey is being conducted following reports across WA of deteriorating morale and poor engagement. It is important that senior doctors, with positive and negative experiences, complete the survey.
A reminder email to those who are yet to complete the survey was sent yesterday. Please check your inbox or junk mail folder. Alternatively, you can email david.copland@amawa.com.au to request a survey link.
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Community Pharmacy Ownership Review
The Review of Community Pharmacy Ownership in WA, which was quietly published online by the Health Department in the last few weeks, calls for the Government to seek advice about which additional services it should fund pharmacists to provide. Newly elected AMA (WA) President Dr Andrew Miller has described the report as a "wish list for pharmacists who want to be doctors".
Dr Miller joined Gary Adshead on 6PR recently to discuss the issue. Listen to the segment online.
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Exciting opportunity for medical professional to join AMA (WA)
Are you a Medical Practitioner with a background and interest in public health? The AMA (WA) is seeking a Policy & Research Lead to support the development of AMA health strategies.
The position is accredited for Public Health training with the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine.
For further information or to apply, please view the job advertisement on Seek.com.
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Are you in need of temporary staff cover for your medical practice?
Winter has well and truly arrived and so has the cold and flu season! If you need temporary staff cover at your practice when unexpected illness strikes, AMA Recruit can help.
AMA Recruit provides a range of clerical staff who are suitably skilled, with relevant medical software knowledge, administration and communication skills – ready to go!
Get in touch with AMA Recruit today. Call Kristel Maltese on 9273 3000 or email kristel.maltese@amawa.com.au.
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Here’s why you need income protection
Your ability to earn an income is usually one of your biggest assets, so why not protect it?
A sudden illness or injury can keep you from working and leave you in financial difficulty. You may get help from a workers compensation payout or personal savings, but are they enough to help you meet your expenses and financial obligations?
Taking out an income protection plan may help provide peace of mind that you’ll be able to meet your financial responsibilities and focus on recovering.
To continue reading, please click here.
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Goodbye DWS, Hello DPA
AMA Recruit has had a busy time with the July 1 changeover from DoctorConnects' old district of workforce shortage (DWS) geographic classification into the new distribution priority area (DPA) system. Some doctors limited by the 19AB Medicare restrictions now have to take the new boundaries into account in their career planning. Likewise, practices need to be aware of the implications for their own future workforce planning in the coming months and years.
DoctorConnect has a new map and factsheet and for some context, there is some useful background regarding the Stronger Rural Health Strategy.
As always, the friendly team at AMA Recruit are available to consult and give you advice on these topics.
Contact Dave Bell, General Practice Staffing Specialist, on 0439 361 218 or email dave.bell@amawa.com.au.
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Privacy and Data Security in Medical Practice
Wednesday 24 July | 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Presented by Gae Nuttall, Risk Adviser, MDA National, this session will discuss the med-legal risks for medical practice including:
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The Privacy Act, Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) including mandatory data breach obligations
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Managing medical records, cyber risks and electronic communication and;
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Social media.
For further information or to register, please visit the AMA (WA) website.
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CPR for Practice Staff
Wednesday 31 July | 6.00pm - 9.00pm
The AMA is delivering 3 hour courses for staff requiring CPR training to meet practice accreditation requirements. The learning outcome of this unit provides the participant with a nationally recognised unit of competency: HLTAID001 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
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Assessing the situation and responding to the signs of an unconscious casualty
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation following Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines
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Defibrillation awareness
This program attracts 5 category 2 RACGP points.
For further information or to register, please visit the AMA (WA) website.
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FREE CPR for GP members
Saturday 17 August | 9.00am - 12.00pm
Have you completed your CPR? RACGP requires CPR to be completed in the 2017 – 2019 triennium.
The AMA is delivering 3 hour courses for GPs requiring CPR training to meet practice accreditation requirements. The learning outcome of this unit provides the participant with a nationally recognised unit of competency: HLTAID001 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
The course will cover:
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Assessing the situation and responding to the signs of an unconscious casualty
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation following Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines
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Defibrillation awareness
This program attracts 5 category 2 RACGP points.
For further information or to register online, please visit the AMA (WA) website.
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Youth Friendly Doctor - Eating Disorders in Young People
Tuesday 6 August | 6.00pm - 8.30pm
This workshop, Eating Disorders in Young People, aims to enhance doctors’ understanding of the spectrum of eating disorders and their common modes of presentation, enabling the ability to conduct a medical assessment to determine risks and plan medical interventions.
The Youth Friendly Doctor program is designed to provide the medical professional with the skills and knowledge to remain up to date with the most pertinent issues affecting young people and how to best manage these issues.
For further information or to register online, please visit the AMA (WA) website.
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Australasian Doctors' Health Conference 2019
Friday 22 and Saturday 23 November
The Australasian Doctors Health Conference (ADHC) is being held in Perth on 22 and 23 November 2019. These conferences have been held biennially in Australia and New Zealand for nearly 20 years, with 2019 being the first time the event will take place in WA.
The theme is the important topic of “Creating a Healthy Workplace”. This will be relevant to doctors at all stages of their career, from medical students, to doctors in training, to doctors established in their chosen career. A particular focus will be looking at the impact of the work environment on a doctor’s health, be they a solo private practitioner or working in a large tertiary hospital. Issues will include the effect of medical culture on work life balance, bullying and harassment, and physical and mental health problems. The conference will also be relevant to anyone involved in the training or management of doctors.
Key note speakers include Professor Fiona Wood, Professor Geoff Riley, Dr Nikki Stamp and Dr Geoff Toogood (Crazy Socs for Docs).
For further information or to register, please visit the Rural Health West website.
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The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge is coming to Perth
Saturday 20 July | 7.30pm
Founded in the fifteenth century, Choir of Kings College, Cambridge, arguably the world’s most famous choir, are launching their Australian tour in our very own Perth Concert Hall.
To go into the draw to win one of two double passes, please email Des.Michael@amawa.com.au by Sunday 14 July.
For further information or to purchase tickets, please visit the Perth Concert Hall website.
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WIN tickets to see Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson live on stage with ‘The Dawn Wall’
Sunday 28 July | 3.00pm
Get up close and personal with rock climbing legends Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson as they share stories of their journey to achieve what many thought was impossible, the world's hardest rock climb: The Dawn Wall.
Get to the Hall early to be a part of the Climbing Expo with adventure experiences, travel, and gear store pop-ups. Then relive the critically acclaimed documentary 'The Dawn Wall' on the big screen with Tommy and Kevin providing added commentary, followed by a hosted Q&A with the two climbers. Don’t miss an afternoon of adventure!
For a teaser of Tommy and Kevin in action on 'The Dawn Wall', check out their promotional video here.
To go into the draw to win a double pass, please email Des.Michael@amawa.com.au by Monday 15 July.
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WIN double pass to Swoons - Perth Symphonic Chorus 2019
Sunday 28 July | 2.30pm
Divine choral music to take your breath away and leave you wanting more! Join the prestigious Perth Symphonic Chorus and their renowned director Dr Margaret Pride for a wonderful concert of enchanting light repertoire in our Swoons Concert. Our program includes the flirtatious Liebeslieder Waltzes of Brahms, intoxicating Debussy choral songs full of beauty and charm, the best of Duke Ellington and an evocative new work “Uluru” by Perth’s own Rod Christian. This is a light-hearted offering designed to delight both performers and audience alike.
The concert is being held at Christ Church, Claremont, corner of Queenslea Drive and Stirling Highway. Enquiries to Liz on 9245 2975 or Helen on 9246 2423.
To go into the draw to win a double pass, please email Des.Michael@amawa.com.au by Monday 15 July.
Tickets range from 10-$39 and can be purchased online here.
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WIN tickets to Raine Square Fashion Film Festival opening night!
Thursday 1 August | 5.45pm
Raine Square proudly presents the inaugural Raine Square Fashion Film Festival at Palace Cinemas, with six red-carpet events every Thursday night from 1 August to 5 September. An official Perth Fashion Festival (PFF) event, the six-week film program will precede the traditional September Fashion Festival.
The festival will premiere on Thursday 1 August with a gala reception and fashion parade (5.45pm) presented by the Perth Fashion Festival, followed by a screening of cutting-edge documentary Jean Paul Gaultier: Freak & Chic (7.00pm).
To go into the draw to win a double pass to the premiere, please email Des.Michael@amawa.com.au by Monday 22 July.
Tickets include a complimentary pre-film cocktail function in the Palace champagne lounge and a launch fashion parade presented by PFF. All guests will also take home a deluxe Raine Square goody bag.
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Write in and win
Got something to say? We would love to hear from you!
The AMA (WA)'s publication Medicus is calling on all members to send through any letters they would like to share with the profession.
Write to us (200 words max) at medicus@amawa.com.au - the best letter will win anything from movie/theatre tickets to bottles of wine.
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