GP Education Series: Renal with Dr Mohd Azlan Mohd Hashim

South West general practitioners are invited to an approach to renal syndromes education evening presented by Dr Mohd Azlan Mohd Hashim (Dr Azlan). Dr Azlan is an adult nephrologist and general 
medicine specialist.  His areas of interest include acute kidney injury, management of chronic kidney disease, pre-dialysis workup and post renal transplant. Enjoy light refreshments and canapes at this evening event.

Thursday 17 November 2022 | 6.00pm to 7.30pm

Registrations are essential, please follow this link to register. For more information, please email contact@swhpn.com.au

Margaret River Brewhouse Sundowner Networking Event

The South West Health Professionals Network invites our Margaret River and surrounding members and their families to our networking sundowner at Margaret River Brewhouse. This event is FREE for members of the South West Health Professionals Network - visit swhpn.com.au/network to join as a member (membership is free). Light refreshments and canapes will be provided whilst you enjoy some live music and networking with other health professionals, while the kids have fun in the playground!

Sunday 27 November 2022 | 3.00pm to 5.30pm

Registrations are essential, please follow this link to register. For more information, please email  contact@swhpn.com.au

Successful Health Forum held at Bunker Bay 

The South West Health Professionals Network together with major sponsor St John of God Bunbury Hospital and minor sponsor WA Primary Health Alliance hosted a Health Forum at Pullman Bunker Bay Resort Bunker Bay on Sunday 16 October 2022.

The event provided an opportunity for guests to share, discuss and learn a range of health topics relevant to the South West region. 

This well attended event concluded with a relaxing sundowner overlooking the majestic Bunker Bay where guests were treated to watching some whales frolicking in the Bay! 

We would like to sincerely thank all of the guest speakers who presented at the Health Forum and contributed to making this event such a success.

Meet SWHPN Member and GP Obstetrician, Dr Peta Sadler

Dr Peta Sadler is a GP Obstetrician working out of Duchess Medical Practice, Busselton and Busselton Health Campus. Peta's area of interests are perinatal and infant health and wellbeing, and child development. Peta was a guest speaker at our recent Health Forum in Bunker Bay and gave an insightful presentation on Women's Health.

Peta initially wanted to become a general physician, but after receiving some good advice from a friend about becoming a rural doctor she decided to sign up for a six month rotation at King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH). Peta went on to complete the Advanced Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Peta is passionate about women’s rights and gender bias, inclusivity (including neurodivergence) and learning about living an ethical life. "I feel I have the best job in the world", says Peta.

Peta moved to the South West after falling in love with a farmer from the Great Southern! Peta and her husband agreed that the South West was a great place to live and is central to both of their extended families.

When Peta is not working at the practice or busy delivering babies at the hospital, she loves being out in the great outdoors! Peta also enjoys classical music and plays the violin in the South West Philharmonic Orchestra. In her spare time you will find Peta at home with her husband trying to get on top of mountains of washing, cooking, juggling the kids extracurricular activities, catching up with friends, playing Lego and board games and fitting in some much needed sleep!

2022 WA Rural Health Excellence Award Winner, Dr Fiona Spencer

Congratulations to Dr Fiona Spencer of Bunbury Regional Hospital who has been named WA Country Health Service Resident Medical Officer of the Year 2021. Thank you for your contributions to rural education, training and mentoring programs and for improving patient outcomes for the South West community!

Would you like to nominate someone in our community for a 2023 WA Rural Health Excellence Award? There are several award categories to nominate health professionals that have contributed to rural health in our region. Why not talk to your colleagues at your next staff meeting about the awards and consider nominating someone special in our community. For more information visit the WA Rural Health Awards website. Nominations close 24 November 2022.

Rural Health West Annual GP Survey

The Rural Health West Annual GP Survey is sent to all currently practising general practitioners during September. This is an opportunity for rural general practitioners to provide feedback and guide Rural Health West in developing programs to help you take care of your communities. Your input will directly contribute to the development of events and educational opportunities in our region.

Complete your survey today and go in the running to win a prize! Visit the website for more information.

The 2022-2023 Partner Education Grants are now open!

Did you know that Rural Health West Partner Educations Grants are available to people living in a regional Western Australian location and are the partner of a currently practising rural Western Australian:

• Medical practitioner
• Nurse
• Midwife
• Dentist
• Allied health professional
• Aboriginal health practitioner/worker

Grants can be used to enhance career and employment opportunities while living in a Western Australian rural location, and can be used to assist with the cost of training and education. Visit the website for more information.

What's happening in your region

DUNSBOROUGH
Pete Murray Live, Dunsborough Tavern
11 November 2022

Treat yourself to a night out in Dunsborough enjoying some live music this November! Multi-platinum selling Pete Murray will hit the stage at the Dunsborough Tavern to entertain the crowd. Tickets are available from the website.

VASSE
Vasse Community Open Day
13 November 2022, from 12pm

Come along to the Vasse Community Open Day and enjoy live music by Brad McLeod, giant Jenga, giant connect four and other fun activities. Plus, there’s plenty to keep the kids occupied with pony rides, a kid's climbing course and much more. Visit the website for more information.

EATON
Yoga, stretching and relaxation - Mum's Group Event
29 November 2022

Join in with activities scheduled for October to December 2022 at SWAMS Kwilenap Maternal and Child Health Clinic. Visit the SWAMS website for more information.

MARGARET RIVER
Preparation a Priority as Bushfire Season Nears!

The Shire of Augusta Margaret River encourages community members to register to receive text messages via the Shire’s new SMS notification system this Bushfire Season. To sign up for this free service, email amrfire@amrshire.wa.gov.au and include the following details: 

• Subject line – SMS notifications
• Email body – first name, surname and mobile phone number (to receive notifications)

More information can be found at the DFES website.