Continuing Professional Development Events

Nepean GP Network Events

We run and sponsor a number of CPD events each year pertaining to the needs of general practice.

NBM PHN Events

As a corporate member of Wentworth Healthcare, CPD Events are open to Nepean GP Network members. Click the Wentworth Logo to be directed to the NBM PHN listed events.

Nepean GP Network Events

Advances in Arthroplasty 
Friday 1st   March  2019
Speaker: Dr. Yasser Katib Local Orthopaedic Surgeon
Hear about the significant technological advances in  surgery to restore the function of a joint and consideration/options for surgical interventions Topics to be covered are:
  • Treatment options and suitability for arthroplasty. 
  • The latest advances in Arthroplasty.
  • HealthPathways on common orthopaedic conditions
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 27th February 2019
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Advances in arthroplasty
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Falls and Fractures 
Friday 1st   February  2019
Speaker: Dr. Neeta Menon  Geriatrician & Aged Care 
Dr Menon completed her Advanced Specialist training in Geriatric Medicine through Westmead and Nepean Hospitals. She has trained in perioperative medicine, stroke medicine and rehabilitation of the elderly. Her principal areas of clinical and research interest are management of falls, osteoporosis, frailty and perioperative medicine. She currently leads the Falls and Fracture clinic at Nepean Hospital
Learning Outcomes/Topics:
  • Explain the multidisciplinary approach taken at the Falls and Fracture Clinic Nepean Hospital.
  •  Describe how the Wii Balance Board is used for balance assessment and retraining.
  •  Describe the current evidence for prevention of falls in the elderly
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 30th January 2019
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Falls and Fractures
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Doctors without Boarders
Friday 7th  December 2018
Speaker: Dr Lisa Umphrey, MD
Set up in 1984 the Médecins Sans Frontières Australia office sends and supports approximately 200 Australians and New Zealanders into the field every year. With projects currently running in nearly 70 countries, Médecins Sans Frontières Australia is working globally from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe supporting people where the needs are greatest.
Learning Outcomes/Topics:
How paediatric and neonatal care is provided in the context of a large, humanitarian organisation, and what challenges/successes MSF has had through the years.
Have an understanding the work projects being conducted from the Médecins Sans Frontières Australia office.
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 5th December 2018
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Doctors without Boarders
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Assessing "Fitness to Drive in Older People
Friday  2nd  November  2018
Speakers: Dr M Meng Chew, Staff Specialist Geriatrician  & Nick Rosser Heakth Pathways Mngr
Learning Outcomes/Topics:
Driving assessments and criteria for patients over 75yrs Special examinations and tests for assessing fitness to drive
Resources and downloads for assessing fitness to drive
HealthPathways - discussion and ideas around Falls
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 31st  October 2018
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Fitness to Drive
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Hernias, Gall Bladders & Weight Loss
Friday  5th  October  2018
Speaker: Dr. Sulman Ahmed
Learning Outcomes/Topics:
  1. Have an understanding about current treatment and recovery of inguinal and ventral hernias
  2. Discuss reasons for gallbladder removal surgery including gallstones, polyps, gall bladder dysfunction and cancer
  3. Describe the types of Weight Loss surgery currently available in our region
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 3rd October 2018
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Hernias & Gall Bladders
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ABC of Pituitary Disorders for  Learning Practice 
Friday  7th  Sept    2018
Speaker: A/Professor Bernard Champion
Learning Outcomes/Topics:
  1. Describe normal pituitary structure and function & regulation of  pituitary hormones
  2. List the main causes of pituitary dysfunction
  3. Describe simple investigation and management pathways of pituitary disorders including acromegaly,  Cushing’s Disease, prolactinoma  and diabetes insipidus 
  4. Discuss implication and management of hypopituitarism
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 5th September 2018
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ABC of Pituitary Disorders
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Musculoskeletal Medicine for GPs  CAT 1 Course 
Saturday  8th  Sept & 22nd Sept   2018
We are pleased to be partnering with One Point Health after the successful courses last year.
 Unfortunately this CPD was cancelled due to lack of numbers
DAY 1.Musculoskeletal medicine of the lower limb
Module 1: Tendon and fascia conditions of the lower limb
Module 2: Common sports injuries of the lower limb
Time: 9 AM until 1.30 PM
Register: events@onepointhealth.com.au  or 024732 5188
Where: 510-536 High Street Penrith
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Musculoskeletal Medicine
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Surgical Perspectives: Breast &  Endocrine  
Friday 3rd August 2018
Speaker: A/Prof Senarath Edirimanne
Prof Edirimanne is a Specialist Breast (Oncological and  Oncoplastic), Endocrine (Thyroid/Parathyroid/Adrenal) & General  Surgeon. Clinical Associate Professor, University of Sydney.
He consult patients in Kingswood, Richmond and Bella Vista and  operates at Nepean Public, Nepean Private, Norwest Private and  Blue Mountains District Hospitals.

Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 1st August  2018
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Surgical Perspectives
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Shoulder & Ankle Presentations   Friday 6th July 18
Speakers: Corrina Aitken  Physiotherapist
                  Jeff Jenkins     Podiatrist
Learning outcomes:
  • To appropriately assess patients who have presented with shoulder issues
  • Understanding of basic treatment in shoulder presentations
  • Understanding of Achilles Tendon injuries and Planter Fasciitis
  • To appropriately assess & treat patients with Achilles Tendon injuries
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 4th July  2018
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Shoulders & Ankles
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Medical Disorders and in Pregnancy:                  Friday 1st June 2018    
Speaker: Dr Ishwari Casikar             
This session will focus on:
With respect to Medical Disorders in pregnancy the following areas will be addressed:
· Hypertension
· Gestational Diabetes
· Thyroid Disease
· Obesity
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 30th May  2018
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Pregnancy concerns
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Approaches to weight loss management in General Practice             Friday 4th May 2018          Speaker: Dr Kris Park                                      
This session will focus on:
  • Dispelling  the myths and misinformation
  • Discussing the roles of nutrition, exercise and sleep
  • Considering  pharmacotherapy
  • Explaining  the relationship between obesity and chronic disease
  • Accessing referral pathways in our region
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 2nd May  2018
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Weight management
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Pain Management Post  Codeine Era
                                         Friday 6th April 2018

This session will focus on Pain Management in the post codeine era.
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 4th April  2018
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Pain management post codeine era
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Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma                     Monday 16th April 2018

Local Specialist Dr Rohit Kumar will present an informative talk on  "What to tell your patients"   on the relative new condition being detected in women who have had breast implant surgery.
Symptoms and signs as well as the latest detection and investigation options and current treatment options will be discussed.
Time: 6:30 PM until 8 PM
Where: One Point Health 510/536 High St PENRITH
RSVP:1300 267 726 for catering
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Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic
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Health Pathways in Action
                                 Friday 2nd March 2018

Presented by:
Dr Hany Gayed, GP and Clinical Editor, HealthPathways Nepean Blue Mountains
Nick Rosser, HealthPathways Manager, NBM PHN Learning Outcomes/Topics:
  • Know what HealthPathways is: its purpose and use; its difference from formal guidelines and its layout and functionality.
  • Identify how patients with a particular condition will be managed in the local context inclusive of appropriate localised referral pathways
  • Learn how to access it and incorporate it into patient consultations.   
  • Provide feedback on a  particular pathway
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 28th February  2018
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Healthpathways
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Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer Patients
                                 Friday 2nd February 2018
Presented by local Urologist, A/Professor Ceci Verol. Learning Outcomes/Topics:
 Prostate issues
Cancer issues in men
Outlining procedures and tests involved in diagnosing prostate cancer
Treatment options available including Focal Laser Therapy Understanding outcomes of various treatments
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 31th January 2018
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Clown Doctor Program: Scope & Impact
                                 Friday 1st December 2017
Presented by Lou Pollard AKA Dr. Quack of the Humour Foundation, a charity dedicated to promoting the health benefits of humour, on topics including the work of the Clown Doctors and how to relieve stress with laughter.

Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 29th November 2017
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Diabetes - Diagnosis & Management
                                 Friday 3rd November 2017
Presented by Dr Ivan Kuo local Specialist in endocrinology with a practice located in Kingswood.
Topics covered include:
  • Evidence based practice
  • Cardiovascular protection
  • How to choose amongst newer agents
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Tuesday 31st October 2017
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Diabetes
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Domestic Violence - How to respond,
Where to Refer.  Friday 1st  September
                           and Friday 6th October 2017
 This event is a two part series that addresses the issues relating to Domestic Violence in our community. It poses challenges for Clinicians and patient alike. Topics Covered include:
Distinguishing myth from fact
Recognising the individual and societal impact of DV How to document DV injuries and know what to examine
Compliance with your mandatory reporting requirements
Initiating conversation with patients who might be at risk
Speakers
Dr Maria Nittis Head of Forensic Medical Unit, NBMLHD  Shannon Hall & Natasha McGing  Integrated Violence Prevention and Response Services (IVPRS), NBMLHD  Clare Darling Health Promotions Unit, NBMLHD. Caitlin Comensoli Western Sydney Community Legal Centre
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
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Domestic Violence
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Improving Refugee Health - Local Perspectives
                                       Friday 4th August 2017
This event considers the local Penrith  perspective.
Learning Outcomes
  • Identify common physical health and mental health issues  affecting refugee populations.  
  • Consider the recommendations for improving the health of  refugee populations in the NBM region.  
  • List steps that general practices can take to enhance the  health of people from a refugee background.
  • Access resources, local services and referral pathway
Speakers
Professor Andre Renzaho and Dr Samer Sirri, from the Western Sydney University
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By Wednesday 2nd August 2017
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Refugee Health
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Musculoskeletal Medicine for the GP     CAT 1 ALM                            Tuesday 18th  July  2017
Presented in partnership with One Point Health, 6 ALM modules will be run during 2017 featuring a range of Specialists.
Module 3. Pain & joint Injuries
Register: info@onepointhealth.com.au  or 024732 5188
Time: 6.15 PM  until 9PM
Where: 510-536 High Street Penrith
ALM Joint Injuries
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Mental Health Profile & Needs of newly arrived Refugees               Friday 7th July 2017

With the increasing number of Refugees relocating in our area, this event is very timely. The subject matter is pertinent of all refugees, with the bottom line that there is hope with the proper understanding and appropriate treatment. 
Speaker: Lachlan Murdoch, Acting CEO STARTTS
Topics include:
  • Traumatic issues facing newly arrived refugees
  •  Suitable treatment pathways 
  •  Current needs of new arrivals from Syrian and Iraqi background. 
  •  Demographic information

Time: 1 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By 4th July 2017
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Refugee Health
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Cultural Competency & Diabetes Workshop
Friday 30th June  2017
This workshop offers the unique opportunity to learn about Pacific Islander cultural views, providing the principles, knowledge and skills to promote respectful and culturally competent  patient care to improve patient outcomes.  It will also explore screening techniques to help identify diabetes among at-risk patients at an early stages
Speakers:
Professor Jenny Reath, GP, Chair of General Practice, WSU
Dr Olataga Alofivae-Doorbinnia, GP, Conjoint Lecturer , WSU  Professor David Simmons, Diabetes Specialist & GP 
Time: 12:30 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By 28 June 2017
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Cultural Competency
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Ageing and Dementia           Friday 2nd June  2017
Ageing is an issue that concerns everyone and especially the impact on the brain. Identifying and managing dementia is daunting and challenging.
This session follows a previous session and is delivered by experienced local Geriatrician, Dr Meng Chew
Topics include:
  • How aging affects the brain
  • Dealing with cognitive decline
  • Using available tools for dementia diagnosis
  • How to monitor the effect of treatment
  • Be aware of carer’s issues and support services
Time: 1 PM until 2 PM
RSVP: By 30 May 2017
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Ageing & Dementia
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Clinician Hypnosis Intensive for GPs     CAT 1 ALM
 May or October 2017
Presented by Dr Muthukrishnan, this is  course provides the Practical skills in meditation, hypnosis, NLP and CBT give you the necessary metaphysical clinical tools for treatment.
See the attachment for details of this  event
Clinical Hypnosis ALM
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Musculoskeletal Medicine for the GP     CAT 1 ALM
Tuesday 16th  May  2017
Presented in partnership with One Point Health, 6 ALM modules will be run during 2017 featuring a range of Specialists.
Module 2. Joint Pain & Osteoporosis
The topic will explore reducing the burden of joint disease from prevention to progression to symptom modification.
Cohesion of care showing concomitant comorbilities will also be discussed to better manage presenting with a variety of compromised body structures & functional impairments.
Register: info@onepointhealth.com.au  or 024732 5188
Time: 6.15 PM  until 9PM
Where: 510-536 High Street Penrith
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Joint Pain & Osteoporosis
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Workers Compensation. Confidentiality & Patients' Rights  - Legal aspects
Friday 5th  May  2017
The NSW work health and safety regulatory body, is now called Insurance and Care NSW, also known as iCare. The workers compensation scheme is ambiguous to the employer and each state and territory has different regulatory bodies and also follows different laws and policies.  
There will also be a discussion on confidentiality and patient’s rights.
Speaker: David Allen, Lawyer, Slater and Gordon
See the attachment for details and RSVP for this  event
Workers Compensation
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Palliative Care in  General Practice
Friday 7th  April  2017
Symptom Management In Chemotherapy/ Palliative Care raises many concerns for patients and their GP. This session will address the many issues faced by patients and provide the GP with a greater understanding to support the patient.
Speaker: Dr Alan Oloffs FRACP, FAChPM, MD, BSc
Senior Staff Specialist & Acting Director - Supportive & Palliative Care at Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
Learning Objective
  • Knowledge of local services to assist in the Management of palliative care patients.
Pallative Care
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Musculoskeletal Medicine for the GP     CAT 1 ALM
Tuesday 14th  March  2017
Presented in partnership with One Point Health, 6 ALM modules will be run during 2017 featuring a range of Specialists.
Module 1. Tendon & Fascia Injuries
Gain the upper hand on common tendon injuries such as rotator cuff, tennis elbow, gluteal, Achilles and plantar fascitis.
Register: info@onepointhealth.com.au  or 024732 5188
Time: 6.15 PM  until 9PM
Where: 510-536 High Street Penrith
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Musculoskeletal workshop
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Dementia and Capacity Building
Friday 3rd March  2017
Clinical capacity assessment involves a tension between autonomy or self-determination and protection.  This session, delivered by experienced local Geriatrician, Dr Meng Chew, will explore the role of GP in Dementia and capacity assessment. 
Speaker: Dr Meng Chew, MBBS, MMed (Geriatrics)
Topic will cover:
  1. Recognizing the complex factors in Capacity Assessment
  2. Using available tools for dementia diagnosis and advanced care directives
  3. Discussing issues with patients such as consent to treatment, power of attorney and guardianship.
  4. Developing a checklist for us with patients
Dementia Capacity Building
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Optometry Update: Macular Degeneration
Friday 3rd February  2017
'The talk will focus mainly on new technologies (the ultra wide digital retinal scan and OCT scan), how it is helping us look after patients eye health better, particularly in diabetic eye care and aged related macula degeneration.
Speaker: Nisha Arulananthan, Optometrist OPSM Penrith
Topic will cover:
1.Diabetes and the eye
2. Age related macula degeneration:
Optometry Update
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ICE Addiction: Myths and Facts for GPs
Friday 2nd December 2016
'Treating crystal methamphetamine use in general practice doesn’t necessarily mean managing violent or psychotic patients.’
Speaker: Dr Karen Fisher, Clinical Director, Drug and Alcohol Services, Nepean Hospital
Learning Outcomes: 
  • Identify signs of methamphetamine use, and the varying profile of users 
  • Know and recognise the physical and mental health effects of ice 
  • Access local referral pathways for alcohol and other drug treatment services 
  • Access available resources for patients and health professionals
ICE Addiction
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Orthopaedics Update for GPs
Friday 4th November 2016
This session is to provide an update current practices and developments  in Orthopaedics
The speaker, Dr Pavitar Sunner is both nationally and internationally trained with special interest. in hips, knees and shoulders. He is based in Penrith,  and operates at Nepean Private, Public, and Westmead Private Hospitals.  He graduated from the University of Sydney and undertook his orthopaedic training in Sydney, followed by a one year fellowship in sports medicine / arthroscopic surgery, in Canada. He has been in clinical practice in Penrith / Blue Mountains since 2002. Dr Sunner performs arthroscopic surgery of the hips, knees and shoulders as well as joint replacement of these joints.  
Topics to be covered include:
  • Review approach to conditions readily seen on X-rays..
    NBMPHN History of Aboriginal Health
  • Know when and how to conduct joint injections
  • Distinguish when simple fractures can be treated in the GP room and when to refer to a specialist 
Orthopaedics update
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Aboriginal Health
​Friday 7th October 2016
This session is designed to give an understanding of local Aboriginal Heath needs and how to address them by an eminent and well qualified presenter.
A/Prof Dea Delaney-Thiele has co-authored an article in the MJA on the ‘International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights and the right to health: Is Australia meeting its obligations to Aboriginal peoples?
She passionate about applying the principle of self-determination for her Aboriginal community and has played a role in influencing health policy and health care. 
Topics to be covered include:
  • History of Aboriginal Health
  • Health needs in the Penrith LGA
  • Future opportunities and Directions
Aboriginal Health
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Legal Implications - My Health Record
Friday 2nd September 2016
This session is designed to give an understanding of any potential legal implications of the My Health Record.  As an independent organisation the Nepean GP Network is best paced to facilitate  independent advice.
The NBM PHN is one of two selected  trial sites for this next stage of the My Health Record.  GPs should be well informed of possible legal issues that my arise and have an input in ensuring it satisfies the GPs legal responsibilities.
This is also an opportunity to raise your own concerns and receive independent advice.
See the attachment for details of this important event.
My Health Record Legal implications
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Treatment Options for Hepatitis C
Friday 5th August 2016
This session is designed to give an update on advances in Hepatitis C treatment. It will look at the impacts of newer Hepatitis C medications on Hepatitis C and explore the role of the GP in treatment follow up.
Learning outcomes
  • Be familiar with side effect management and success rates for the treatment of Hepatitis C
  • Summarise the serious impact of Hepatitis C in Australia, know the local treatment options and referral pathways for patients
  • Order appropriate tests to correctly diagnose Hepatitis C infection
  • Increase identification and referral of patients who should be tested for Hepatitis C
Hep C Treatment options
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Bariatric Surgery in the Management of Obestity
Friday 1st July 2016
This session is presented by Dr John Ozmen who is a consultant general surgeon with accredited sub-speciality training in upper GI and bariatric surgery.
He has a wide experience in open and laparoscopic abdominal surgery especially in fields of upper GI, reflux, biliary, and pancreatic cancer surgery.
He has performed over 500 bariatric procedures, including lap band surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and revisional procedures.
Bariatic Management by Surgery
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EMDR
Friday 3rd June 2016
This session  is presented by  Rennie Schmid on the Topic of EMDR – eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing.
​He will share a brief introduction to EMDR with emerging explanations of how it works and sharing experiences if general use in practice.
EMDR CPD
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An Evening with Dr Norman Swan
​Tuesday 31st May 2016
This session is presented by Dr Norman Swan on the Topic:
"Where does Health Fit in the Longest Election Campaign in 50 years."
Also included in the program is:
  • Getting your practice My Health Record ready' by Pen Cat
  • 'How can the PHN help support your practice' by Donna Sedgman, Nepean Blue Mountains PHN.
We look forward to your participation in this relevant event
RSVP: 24th May
Location: Penrith RSL Club  commencing at 7 PM
Evening with Dr Swan
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Avoiding Litigation in General Practice
​Friday 6th May 2016
This session is presented by the medico-legal advisory service of Avant. The Speaker will be Kate Gillman who has worked in the area of Medical Negligence and healthcare law for over 15 Years.
Learning Outcomes:
  • Determine strategies to avoid litigation in relation to issues surrounding patient confidentiality 
  • State mandatory reporting for GPs & Allied Health Care Professionals
  • Describe the legal exceptions and role of GPs regarding "fit to drive" examinations
Avoiding Litigation
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Recent Advances in Diabetes Management
Friday 1st April 2016
​Topics to be covered include:
  • Common sense approach to starting & day to day management of Insulin
  • Fine tuning of Insulin during sick days & during travel
  • Calculating Carb. load & matching that up with Insulin dose mainly in Type 1 Diabetes
Diabetes Management
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Oncology Clinical Update
​Friday 4th March 2016
This session is designed to give  an update on advances in cancer treatment. It will look at the effects on oncology medications and explore the role of the GP in cancer treatment and post-treatment follow up.
Learning Outcomes: 
  • Identify advances in oncology treatment
  • Prepare a patient referral to Nepean Cancer Care Centre
  • Educate patients on side effects of cancer medications
  • Access the range of multidisciplinary services at Nepean Cancer Care Centre
Oncology clinical Update
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RACGP Update
​Friday 5th February 2016
​Topics to be covered include:
  • Update on RACGP Activities.
  • Changes to Practice Accreditation.
  • RACGP considerations to Medical Board Re-validation proposal
RACGP Update
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Doctors Legal Bag
​December 4, 2015

Doctors legal Bag provides improved understanding of day to day health information issues relating to privacy, confidentiality and release. What do you do when you are requested for health information or asked to attend court?
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High Risk Antenatal Care
​November 6, 2015

Topics covered include:
  • Initiating Management for DM
  • Thyroid disorders in pregnancy
  • Referral suggestions
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Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD)
​October 2, 2015

Topics covered include:
  • Psychological mindedness to suitably attune and align with patient’s needs
  • To gain confidence in making the diagnosis
  • Appreciation of the role you can play in 
    prevention, treatment and rehabilitation
  • Distinguishing treatment for unipolar & bipolar, depression and psychotic depression
  • Identifying approaches to TRD
  • Current pharmacological approaches to treatment
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