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MEMBERS UPDATE MAY 2023
Hello to our existing and a warm welcome to our new members who have recently joined the Pilbara Health Professionals Network (PHPN).
This month's member update is jam packed with events happening every month up to September across various areas of the Pilbara, including a free movie screening on Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) which has been organised by our very own WA Rural Health Awards, Rural Nurse/Midwife of the Year winner, Chantelle Pears.
Pilbara 4 Purpose Community Services Excellence Awards are now open for nominations. I know that you all know an organisation or individual who has gone above and beyond to make a positive difference to your community. So please, get your nominations in NOW!
Remember to keep up to date with the educational opportunities available on our events calendar here and don't forget to get involved by sharing information or news on our private group Facebook page.
Alisha
Pilbara Regional Program Officer
Pilbara Health Professionals Network - Karratha
The Pilbara Health Professionals Network hosted a Paediatric education and networking event on Monday 24 April. Professor Guan Koh and Dr Jessica Chee presented on the topics of Drooling, Constipation and Faltering Growth which was enjoyed by a wide range of health professionals who were provided the opportunity at the end of the presentation to ask our local Paediatricians questions and discuss their case studies.
Thank you to everyone that attended. We look forward to seeing you at the next PHPN event.
Wednesday 17 May 2023 | 5.30pm-7.30pm
- Venue: Onslow Beach Resort (Lawn area) corner Second Avenue and Third Street, Onlsow.
- Canapes and drinks provided.
Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) is a cardiac condition that affects many children and young people in the Pilbara. It is completely preventable, starting with a strep throat or skin sores usually associated with disadvantaged living conditions, and can lead to permanent and irreversible heart valve damage. This disease is most prevalent in Aboriginal young people in our community, with many requiring monthly injections and inevitable heart surgery. Without treatment, RHD and its complications can be life-threatening.
Take Heart: Deadly Heart trailer can be viewed HERE.
Book your FREE tickets HERE.
If the film can reach the right audiences and create the change needed, an estimated 6000 first nations Australian children will avoid contracting this preventable but potentially life-threatening illness.
WA Primary Health Alliance's SHAPE | Two part session training
These sessions are open to all healthcare professionals, including GPs, practice nurses, allied health practitioners, and hospital based medical practitioners.
Competency Based Spirometry Training | 27 May 2023 | Karratha
Only one space left!
Practical Workshop Component with Senior Respiratory Scientists
Date: Saturday 27 May 2023
Time: 8.30am-4.00pm
Venue: Karratha Health Campus - 62 Balmoral Road, Karratha
Full competency and CPD points will be achieved on completion of the theoretical, practical and portfolio components. For more information and to register please contact Sharon.dewar@cfwa.org.au or 08 6224 4100.
Obstetric Emergencies |16 June 2023 | Karratha
This workshop teaches participants how to effectively manage obstetric cases and emergencies and how to make appropriate decisions. More info here.
Practical Obstetric Multi-Professional Training (PROMPT) | 28 July 2023 | Hedland
The PROMPT program is delivered in Australia under license from the PROMPT Maternity Foundation UK PROMPT is an evidence-based, multi-professional obstetric training package for all clinicians required to respond to obstetric emergencies in maternity hospitals. The program aims to reduce preventable harm for mothers and their babies which is best achieved by training staff in their local, real-time working clinical environment. More info here.
Rural Emergency Advanced Clinical Training (REACT+) | 5-6 August 2023 | Karratha
The Rural Health West CPD REACT+ workshop is designed to assist Western Australian Visiting Medical Practitioners to maintain their emergency knowledge and skills, and gain formal assessment towards their emergency credentialing, as required by WA Country Health Service. Covering medical emergencies, major trauma and cardiac arrest in adults and children, and associated lifesaving procedural skills training, REACT+ is a highly interactive workshop. Participants are provided with audio-visual pre-learning materials and the course consists almost entirely of small group practical skills stations and simulated scenarios. More info here.
ARC Advanced Life Support | 16-17 August 2023 | Hedland
An Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) accredited course, this two day program aims to teach the theory and practical skills to effectively manage cardio/respiratory arrest, peri-arrest situations and special circumstances, and to prepare senior members of a multidisciplinary team to manage the patient until transfer to a critical care area if possible. The course focuses on achieving advanced resuscitation competencies and is also designed to develop leadership and team skills in managing such emergencies. More info here.
Emergency Airway Skills Management - Hedland | 15 September 2023
This Rural Health West CPD workshop is designed to assist health professionals to develop and practise skills essential in unexpected crises, particularly with problem airways. Delivered in WA Country Health Service facilities, this workshop has a heavy emphasis on teamwork and the organisation of medical emergency teams incorporating presentations, skill stations and scenario-based crises with simulation manikins (SimMan and baby). More info here.
Rural Health Outreach Services that have been approved for delivery in the current financial year are now listed on the Rural Health West website. Users are able to search for Outreach services by region, service provider, health professional, host facility and visit date.
Hayley Rigby
This month's PHPN member profile features Hayley Rigby.
Hayley is a senior OT and Managing Director or Pilbara Therapy Services.
Hayley is a huge supporter of the PHPN and is always assisting us with recommendations of a range of learning opportunities to bring to the Pilbara which is relevant for all disciplines.
Click here to read more of Hayley's profile and find out more about her.
Is there a ‘Pilbara Star’ in your community? An organisation or individual who has gone above and beyond to make a positive difference to your community?
Nominate them NOW in the 2023 Pilbara Community Services Excellence Awards.
Podiatrists, occupational therapists, optometrists, community groups, health services and local governments are encouraged to consider applying for the Remove Hazards grants which have grants up to $5,000 (plus GST) available and will fund projects running between 1 September to 30 November 2023.
Injury Matters also provides coaching and support to the Stay On Your Feet Falls Prevention Program grant applicants.
Get your pink outfits ready - the 2023 Mother's Day Classic is less than 2 weeks away!
The PHPN is active on Facebook, members can keep up to date with local educational and social events being held in their region.
PHPN members are encouraged to utilise the platform themselves to promote their organisations events and news to keep our community connected and share information!
Practice Assist is a free service that coordinates and delivers end-to-end practice support services for general practice teams, but all health professionals across Western Australia.
The Practice Assist team can help enhance the efficiency, capacity and sustainability of your practice with a comprehensive suite of practice management resources and support services:
- A toll-free help desk between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
- Email the helpful team for advice regarding practice management queries.
- Assistance with Quality Improvement in your practice from Quality Improvement Coaches.
- Visit the dedicated wesbite for the latest news, information, resources, COVID-19 information and more.
- Receive support and information about digital health technologies.
- Educational webinars, networking events and regional workshops.
- Stay up to date by subscribing to Practice Connect, our fortnightly newsletter.
- Contact the Practice Assist team to connect with Primary Care Navigators and Quality Improvement Coaches.
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