Events

Description Depression is a common condition frequently managed in primary care. Identifying and managing depression in a rural context presents a unique set of challenges for health professionals providing mental health care in their communities. Dealing with Depression in Rural Australia is a highly interactive, multidisciplinary program developed specifically to address the needs of clinicians delivering health care for people presenting with depression in a rural setting Using a case-based problem solving format, the program outlines a practical framework for assessment and management planning readily applicable to primary care Learning Outcomes • Differentiate between the differing sub-types of clinical depression...

Sports Physiotherapy Level 1 This course offers a prime opportunity for regional physiotherapists to advance their skills in: • sports injury management • on-field care • taping and • treatment of shoulder, ankle, and knee injuries. Integrating recent research and practical treatment methods, participants will be provided the opportunity to develop their hands-on skills particularly relating to ligament, tendon, and muscle care. Participants will also gain crucial knowledge in sports team travel and management. Details Date: Saturday 26 - Sunday 27 October 2024. Time: 8.15 am – 5.00 pm AWST Location: Goldfields Physiotherapy, 2/102 Brookman St, Kalgoorlie, WA CPD Hours:...

Interpretation of Spirometry - Health Professional Webinar presented by Aoife Lowe, Respiratory Scientist at Respiratory Care WA. Please register to the webinar to learn more.

Audience GP Registrars; GPs; Other health professionals. Description The Talking About Suicide in General Practice workshop aims to increase GPs skill and confidence in: • Recognising presentations where suicide risk is high; • Undertaking a detailed risk assessment; • Management planning using a collaborative, team based approachs Learning Outcomes • Undertake a suicide risk assessment effectively; • Develop a collaborative safety plan; • Implement a team approach to treatment planning; • Provide effective management following a suicide attempt. Topic 1: The Suicidal Crisis Topic 2: Acute Management Topic 3: After the Attempt Topic 4: Bereaved by Suicide Accreditation • 3...