Rural Health West

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. Eligibility: All medical practitioners are welcome to register, with priority given to currently practising rural and remote...

This education workshop is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service. The Rural Health West CPD 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....

This education workshop is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service. The RHW MHST is a purpose designed, interactive training workshop for General  (GPs) to enhance their skills, knowledge and approach to people presenting with high prevalence mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) problems to primary care. The workshop has been designed with input from consumers and carers to embed and incorporate their perspectives, experiences and needs when presenting to GPs in primary care. You will have the opportunity to learn important practical skills including; Identify and manage consumers who present with...

The WA Rural Health Conference 2025 will be taking place at the Pan Pacific Perth on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March 2025. Join us for an exciting opportunity to connect with passionate health professionals from a variety of disciplines, all committed to delivering essential healthcare services across rural WA. By bringing together dedicated experts under one roof, the conference aims to spark meaningful connections, exchange valuable insights, and drive innovations – all with the goal of strengthening healthcare in our rural communities. The 2025 theme, “Strengthening rural WA: One connection at a time,” highlights the importance of fostering relationships that empower...

The WA Rural Health Excellence Awards honour those who have made significant contributions to rural health, improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare for people living in remote and regional areas. This prestigious event shines a spotlight on the dedication and commitment of healthcare professionals whose work has a profound impact on the lives of rural residents. Since 2008, Rural Health West has proudly hosted these annual awards, formerly known as the WA Country Doctors Awards. In 2017, we partnered with the WA Country Health Service to co-host this remarkable event, further strengthening our commitment to recognising excellence in rural...

Rural Health West in conjunction with Heart Foundation, WA Rheumatic Heart Disease Register and the Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association invite you to this interactive webinar to assist health professionals working in rural areas. Hosted by: Helen McLean – Heart Support Australia, National Program Coordinator and ACRA Education & Training sub-committee Presented by: Dr Nikky Gordon – Researcher and Exercise Physiologist, UWA and WA Centre for Rural Health Geraldton Presenting the WA Data Capture Report: WA-specific results from a national survey on cardiac rehabilitation data collection and management. Results include a summary of service characteristics (and how these compare...

This forum is run in partnership with WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West. The one and a half day Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Forum 2025, will include optional Friday workshops, small problem-based discussions, lectures, and simulation sessions delivered concurrently and facilitated by experienced specialists.  The forum will provide an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. When: Saturday 24 May 2025 - Sunday 25 May 2025 Cost: $1300 For further information and to register - CLICK HERE.

Rural Health West in conjunction with Heart Foundation, WA Rheumatic Heart Disease Register and the Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association invite you to this interactive webinar to assist health professionals working in rural areas. Hosted by: Helen McLean – Heart Support Australia, National Program Coordinator and ACRA Education & Training sub-committee Presented by: Kunwar Kaur – PhD candidate at Edith Cowan University Content: Background of IHD in Indian migrants Study methodology Perceptions about personal risk of IHD Barriers and enablers for behaviour change