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LAST CHANCE: $300 GP payment incentive to attend IAR-DST training ends 30 June

The last chance for GPs to receive reimbursement to complete the Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST)...

12 May 2025

Vaccination the key to containing rise of measles in the community

Measles cases are on the rise and members of the community are being urged to ensure their vaccinations are up-to-date. ...

09 May 2025

International Nurses Day shines light on invaluable role of nurses

The all-encompassing, often challenging but hugely rewarding work of primary care nurses will be celebrated across South Western Sydney and...

08 May 2025

MyMedicare accreditation exemption extended

MyMedicare accreditation exemption date extended to 31 December 2026   The accreditation exemption for non-traditional practices choosing to participate in...

08 May 2025

New electronic referral system rolling out across South Western Sydney

South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is rolling out a new electronic referral (eReferral) system in collaboration with Consultmed....

06 May 2025

Practice manager profile – Sarah Pryor

Sarah Pryor - Highlands General Practice manager
06 May 2025

Antenatal Shared Care provides pregnant women with convenience and continuity of care

Expectant mothers looking for comfort, convenience and continuity of care during their pregnancy can access the GP Antenatal Shared Care (ANSC)...

06 May 2025

The future of primary healthcare nursing starts with nurses like you

05 May 2025

Supporting local youth – new headspace outreach centre opens in Narellan

30 April 2025

Access to free APNA app, Florence, is coming

SWSPHN is supporting the new APNA app, an initiative set to change the game for nurses across Australia. Florence is...

28 April 2025

Furry friends, flu fighters unite to keep community safe from flu

Families flocked to Tharawal Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) in Airds on Wednesday, 23 April, where furry friends and flu fighters...

23 April 2025

Early intervention support for child development in South Western Sydney

The first three years of life are critical for a child’s brain development. Early Intervention is linked with positive changes...

22 April 2025

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May
Webinar

Initial Assessment and Referral for mental healthcare workshop

The first component of the workshop focuses on an introduction and orientation to stepped care, the initial assessment and referral process and the decision support tool. The second component of the workshop is a practical activity...

RACGP CPD Hours
Suited for
GP, GP Registrar, Practice Nurse, Allied Health
22
May
26
May
Webinar

Initial Assessment and Referral for mental healthcare workshop 2

The first component of the workshop focuses on an introduction and orientation to stepped care, the initial assessment and referral process and the decision support tool. The second component of the workshop is a practical activity...

RACGP CPD Hours
Suited for
GP, GP Registrar, Practice Nurse, Allied Health
29
May
Face-to-face
SWSPHN Education Room Level 2, 1 Bolger Street, Campbelltown, CAMPBELLTOWN, NSW, Australia

2025 Antenatal GP shared care: skills & scenarios

The aim of this event is to provide ANSC recognised providers with the opportunity to enhance their practical antenatal skills, including abdominal palpation, using a state-of-the-art simulation mannequin. Additionally, ANSC GPs will...

RACGP CPD Hours
Suited for
GP
Location
SWSPHN Education Room
29
May
Face-to-face
Bryan Brown Theatre and Function Centre Corner of Rickard and Chapel Roads, Level 2, 80 Rickard Road, Bankstown, Bankstown, NSW, Australia

Basic CPR training

Meeting full

To provide GPs and associated staff with an opportunity to refresh and update their skills in the application of CPR within the practice setting, using ARC Guidelines.

RACGP CPD Hours Meeting full
Suited for
GP, GP Registrar, Practice Nurse, Practice Manager, Practice Receptionist
Location
Bryan Brown Theatre and Function Centre
2
Jun
Webinar

Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare workshop

The first component of the workshop focuses on an introduction and orientation to stepped care, the initial assessment and referral process and the decision support tool. The second component of the workshop is a practical activity...

RACGP CPD Hours
Suited for
GP, GP Registrar, Practice Nurse, Allied Health
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