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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260707T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260707T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260526T050833Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating clinical escalation: acute management of the elderly in general practice
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nGPs will enhance their ability to recognise early signs of deterioration\, undertake focused clinical assessments\, and make appropriate escalation decisions. They will also strengthen skills in integrating advance care planning into acute management\, initiating appropriate treatment\, and communicating effectively with patients\, families\, and multidisciplinary teams to support safe\, patient-centred care. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify and assess early clinical deterioration on elderly patients.\nApply clinical judgement to determine appropriate escalation of care\, incorporation goals of care and advance care planning.\nImplement and coordinate management plans and communicate clearly with care teams.\n\n\nPresented by: \nDr Sina Yarmohammadi\nGeriatrician\nCommunity Older Persons Intervention and Liaison Outreach Team (CoPilot) \nBelina Boylson\nTeam Leader\, Community Older Persons Intervention and Liaison Outreach Team (CoPilot) \nFacilitated by:\nKirsty Young\nIntegration and Priority Populations Coordinator\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/navigating-clinical-escalation-acute-management-of-the-elderly-in-general-practice/
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260714T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260529T043813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T233953Z
UID:56685-1784053800-1784062800@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:Cancer screening in primary care forum
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nTo strengthen evidence-based cancer screening and early detection practices in primary care by providing updates on bowel\, breast\, cervical and prostate cancer screening pathways\, referral processes and guideline changes; improving understanding of the Direct Access Colonoscopy service\, breast density\, HPV vaccination and PSA testing; supporting confident interpretation and communication of screening results; and enhancing integration with the National Cancer Screening Register and local referral pathways. \nLearning outcomes:\n \n\nIdentify screening practices and referral pathways for bowel\, breast\, cervical and prostate cancers – including updates\, invitation and interpreting and communicating results.\nOutline the Direct Access Colonoscopy (DAC) service\, including referral pathways\, eligibility and process.\nDefine breast density and explain its implications for mammographic sensitivity\, including when to recommend supplementary investigations.\nDescribe the need for HPV vaccination including recommendations when there are deviations from the vaccination schedule.\nIdentify men in general practice who are appropriate candidates for PSA-based prostate cancer screening\, applying age\, family history and ethnicity criteria.\n\n\nPresented by:\nDr Ken Koo\nStaff Specialist Gastroenterologist and Clinical Lead of the Direct Access Colonoscopy service\, Liverpool Hospital \nDr Patsy Soon\nClinical Director BreastScreen SWS \nDr Kayvan Haghighi\nUrologist \nDr Karen Harris\nHead of Department Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Clinical Director\, Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital \nFacilitated by:\nMele Lokotui\nIntegration and Priority Populations Coordinator\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/cancer-screening-in-primary-care-forum/
LOCATION:The William Inglis Hotel\, Warwick Farm\, 155 Governor Macquarie Drive\, WARWICK FARM\, 2170\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Face-to-face
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260716T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260507T223213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T032926Z
UID:56362-1784228400-1784233800@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:PM CPD - Leading with boundaries: supporting team capacity and wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Aim:\nTo develop leadership confidence in delegation\, workload planning and boundary setting to promote sustainable performance and team wellbeing.  \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify and resolve barriers to effective delegation within their team.\nUse structured work planning tools to assess workload and predict individual and team capacity.\nApply strategies that demonstrate appropriate boundaries\, clear commitments and support safe and sustainable workloads for others.\n\n\nPresented by:\nSandy McCristal \nLeadership Consultant\, Wise Workplace Training  \nEden Elliott-Griggs \nTraining & Development Manager\, Wise Workplace Training \nFacilitated by: \nZoe Taleb \nPractice Support Officer\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/pm-cpd-leading-with-boundaries-supporting-team-capacity-and-wellbeing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260723T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260723T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260602T053520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T053520Z
UID:56986-1784833200-1784838600@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:Nurse CPD - Introduction to wax management best practice: microsuction under direct vision
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nThis webinar aims to enhance clinician confidence and competency in safe\, effective ear wax management under direct vision using the VorOtek O Scope and microsuction techniques\, with a strong focus on visualisation\, patient safety\, and clinical best practice. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nDemonstrate correct setup and ergonomic use of the VorOtek O Scope to achieve optimal visualisation and depth perception within the ear canal.\nApply best practice wax management techniques including curettage\, microsuction\, speculum selection\, and instrument handling under direct vision.\nConduct safe and patient-centred wax removal procedures through appropriate patient assessment\, consent\, risk communication\, and identification of presentations requiring caution or referral.\n\n\nPresented by:\nChris Harris\nClear Ears Learning \nJosh Duthie\nVorOtek \nFacilitated by:\nSamantha Meoushy \nPractice Advancement Officer\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/nurse-cpd-introduction-to-wax-management-best-practice-microsuction-under-direct-vision/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260728T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260728T210000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260529T003105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T232925Z
UID:57340-1785263400-1785272400@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:The common ground: multidisciplinary approach to managing children with ADHD
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nThis CPD event brings together local healthcare providers to address barriers to multidisciplinary care and explore region-specific strategies for supporting children with ADHD more effectively. Grounded in real case studies\, the session aims to build practical\, collaborative approaches that reflect the realities of primary care in South Western Sydney. \nThe goal for this CPD event is to equip GPs and clinicians with actionable insights they can apply in their own practice\, foster stronger interdisciplinary understanding\, and ultimately improve care outcomes for children with ADHD. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nOutline the local healthcare challenges of managing chronic conditions and multimorbidity in South Western Sydney.\nDefine the distinct and complementary roles of healthcare professionals in collaborative management and coordination of multimorbidity.\nIdentify practical\, team-based strategies to overcome common barriers to multidisciplinary care\, including communication breakdowns\, professional silos\, and misaligned goals.\nOutline locally relevant tools and approaches to support coordinated\, patient-centred care in the South Western Sydney context.\n\n\nPresented by: \n\nDr Tim Senior\nGP\, Tharawal Aboriginal Medical Service \n  \n\nNicole Robinson\nClinical Psychologist\, ProActive Psychology\n \n  \n\nKatie Hammill\nOccupational Therapist\, EnableMe\n \nFacilitated by:\nBrendan Chiew\nWorkforce Engagement Coordinator\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/the-common-ground-multidisciplinary-approach-to-managing-children-with-adhd/
LOCATION:The William Inglis Hotel\, Warwick Farm\, 155 Governor Macquarie Drive\, WARWICK FARM\, 2170\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Face-to-face
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260730T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260517T222909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T060548Z
UID:56721-1785438000-1785443400@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:PM CPD - Practical MyMedicare billing: incentives\, eligibility and common pitfalls including changes to assignment of benefits
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nThis session provides a practical overview of current MyMedicare incentive guidelines and funding requirements relevant to general practice\, with a focus on understanding eligibility\, compliance\, and correct billing processes. Participants will explore common areas of confusion surrounding incentives such as the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive (GPACI) and the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP)\, including GP obligations\, patient eligibility\, documentation requirements\, compliant billing practices and overview of changes to the assignment of benefits. The education will also clarify how practices can appropriately manage out-of-pocket fees and privately billed non-eligible services while remaining compliant with BBPIP guidelines and maintaining sustainable business operations. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify the eligibility requirements and obligations GPs must meet to claim MyMedicare-linked incentives\, including GPACI and BBPIP.\nDifferentiate between eligible and non-eligible services under BBPIP\, including when private billing and out-of-pocket costs can be applied compliantly.\nApply practical billing and workflow strategies that support compliant claiming\, reduce confusion for staff\, and maintain financial sustainability within general practice.\n\n\nPresented by:\nWendy O’Meara\nPrimary Care Consultant (MBS Item Specialist) \nFacilitated by:\nCindy Nguyen\nPractice Support Officer\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/pm-cpd-practical-mymedicare-billing-incentives-eligibility-and-common-pitfalls/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260806T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260806T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260616T033200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T035639Z
UID:57658-1786042800-1786048200@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:From values to directives - clinical best practice in advance care
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nParticipants will learn how to undertake advance care planning\, facilitate effective discussions with patients and their families\, and appropriately apply relevant MBS item numbers in general practice. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nOutline the process and key components of advance care planning.\nApply communication techniques to facilitate advance care planning.\nRecognise and utilise appropriate MBS item numbers for advance care planning in general practice.\n\n\nPresented by:\nMaxine Krebs\nClinical Nurse Consultant \nFacilitated by:\nKate Noble\nActing Integration and Priority Populations Team Lead
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/from-values-to-directives-clinical-best-practice-in-advance-care/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260811T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260811T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260527T033005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T040301Z
UID:56605-1786474800-1786480200@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:An overview of thyroid disease in pregnancy
DESCRIPTION:This meeting count towards the ANSC Program CPD requirements \n\nAim of meeting:\nThe session will review normal thyroid physiology in pregnancy\, common thyroid disorders\, and their impact on maternal and fetal outcomes. GP will be able to identify women requiring further investigation or referral\, assess the risk of fetal thyrotoxicosis in Graves’ disease\, and facilitate appropriate post‑partum monitoring and management of thyroid conditions. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify women that require further investigation\, management and referral of their thyroid condition during pregnancy.\nAssess the risk of fetal thyrotoxicosis in the setting of maternal Graves’ disease.\nImplement appropriate post-partum monitoring and management of a woman’s thyroid status in the post-partum period.\n\n\nPresented by:\nDr Hamish Russell\nStaff Specialist Endocrinologist\, Liverpool Hospital \nFacilitated by:\nDr Susan Sunwoo\nGP from Milperra
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/an-overview-of-thyroid-disease-in-pregnancy/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260507T222412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T224419Z
UID:56058-1786647600-1786653000@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:PM CPD - Early information gathering: preventing escalation to formal investigation
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nTo support healthcare professionals in effectively identifying and managing workplace concerns early through structured information gathering\, ensuring safe\, compliant\, and fair outcomes while reducing the need for formal investigation. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nApply structured\, curiosity-driven questioning techniques to identify and clarify workplace concerns.\nDocument information and decision-making objectively and sensitively\, in line with professional and medico-legal standards.\nAssess information against evidence and compliance requirements to determine appropriate\, defensible management actions.\n\n\nPresented by:\nEden Elliott-Griggs\nTraining & Development Manager\, Wise Workplace Training \nFacilitated by: \nNicolette Hill\nPractice Support Officer\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/pm-cpd-early-information-gathering-preventing-escalation-to-formal-investigation/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260818T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260609T035955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000651Z
UID:57529-1787079600-1787085000@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:Non-fatal strangulation: applying lessons from the women’s health sector to general practice
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nUsing key insights from the women’s health sector\, primary care and community services\, this webinar will emphasise the important role GPs play in responding to women who have experienced strangulation in the context of domestic\, family and sexual violence (DFSV). This training will assist you in further developing your understanding of DFSV\, including how to identify\, screen and address short- and long-term needs of women with these experiences. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise signs\, symptoms and clinical presentations that should prompt screening for non-fatal strangulation and DFSV.\nIdentify barriers to patient disclosure of strangulation and/or DFSV in primary care and apply practical strategies to create a safe and supportive environment that facilitates disclosure.\nIdentify local referral pathways that support a multidisciplinary response for patients who have experienced strangulation and/or DFSV.\n\n\nPresented by:\nCourtney Artridge\nProject Officer\, Women’s Health NSW \nKaren Triggs\nClinical Lead – Supporting Recovery FDSV\, Anglicare Sydney \nDr Fiona Mackintosh\nGP from Moss Vale \nFacilitated by:\nDr Fiona Mackintosh\nGP from Moss Vale
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/non-fatal-strangulation-applying-lessons-from-the-womens-health-sector-to-general-practice/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260827T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260608T222030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T040011Z
UID:57334-1787857200-1787862600@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:Nurse CPD - Asthma & COPD – they do overlap
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nThis webinar will cover the essentials of best-practice asthma and respiratory management for primary care health professionals. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nDefine the pathophysiology of asthma\nIdentify the steps involved in the diagnosis of asthma – referring to the Australian Asthma Handbook\nSummarise the important information to be included in a Written Asthma Action Plan\n\n\nPresented by:\nCeri Banks\nRegistered Nurse \nFacilitated by:\nJordan McGreal\nPractice Advancement Officer\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/nurse-cpd-asthma-copd-they-do-overlap/
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260903T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260629T223637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T223554Z
UID:57669-1788462000-1788467400@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:PM CPD - Foundations of HR in healthcare practices
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nTo equip practice managers with a practical understanding of their core HR responsibilities\, so they can build compliant\, consistent people management practices that protect their practice and support their team. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise the impact of effective people leadership on workplace culture\, employee engagement and team performance.\nApply employer obligations under the Fair Work Act\, National Employment Standards and relevant awards within general practice.\nImplement effective employment\, onboarding and probation processes to support compliance and minimise future HR risks.\nIdentify common HR compliance risks in primary care and apply strategies to mitigate workplace and regulatory issues.\nApply HR best practices to enhance staff retention\, strengthen practice operations and reduce organisational risk.\n\n\nPresented by:\nGeorge Sotiris\nDirector\, HR in Health \nFacilitated by:\nMehwish Naqvi\nPractice Advancement Officer\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/pm-cpd-foundations-of-hr-in-healthcare-practices/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260915T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260915T143000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260615T051752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T030906Z
UID:57618-1789459200-1789482600@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:Antenatal GP Shared Care: 2026 information update and skills development day
DESCRIPTION:THIS MEETING IS FOR GPS INVOLVED IN ANTENATAL SHARED CARE AND WILL COUNT TOWARDS THE ANSC PROGRAM CPD REQUIREMENTS. \n\nAim of meeting:\nMaternity Tour: Before the program begins\, we invite you to join us for a maternity tour of Liverpool Hospital’s Antenatal Clinic (ANC) and Birthing Unit (BU)\, to get an overview of our services and facilities. \nWe invite GPs involved in Antenatal Shared Care (ANSC) to join us for a dedicated GP Skills Day designed to enhance confidence\, knowledge\, and collaboration in maternity care. \nThis program aims to support GPs in the management of common pregnancy and postnatal conditions\, with a focus on early identification\, appropriate assessment\, and timely referral pathways. \nKey areas of focus include: \nMusculoskeletal and pelvic floor health in pregnancy and the postnatal period\, including practical approaches to assessment\, management\, and referral \nGenetic screening in pregnancy\, with guidance on counselling\, interpreting results\, and understanding referral pathways to genetics services \nRecognition and escalation of clinical concerns\, including updates on current policies\, guidelines\, and referral processes within ANSC \nInfant feeding and lactation\, supporting GPs to confidently provide antenatal breastfeeding education\, identify common postnatal challenges\, and guide women through their breastfeeding journey \nThis day provides an opportunity to hear directly from multidisciplinary experts\, build practical skills\, and strengthen partnerships between primary care and hospital services to optimise outcomes for women and families.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify and describe the principles of infant feeding including escalation processes when deviations from normal are identified.\nIdentify common pelvic floor dysfunction and musculoskeletal conditions in pregnant and postnatal women\, and describe appropriate assessment\, management\, and referral pathways.\nIdentify and describe the significance\, counselling and referral processes for genetic screening.\nIdentify and describe the importance of an abdominal palpation\, and demonstrate technique.\nIdentify and describe escalation process when a deviation from normal is identified during pregnancy.\n\n\nPresented by: \nSwati Agrawal\nSenior Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapist \nEloisa Mann\nActing Clinical Midwife Consultant for Lactation\, SWSLHD\n\nDr Suzanna Lindsey-Temple\nClinical Geneticist\, SWSLHD \nClaire Wong\nSenior Genetic Counsellor\, SWSLHD \nNatasha Luboya \nAssociate Genetic Counsellor\, SWSLHD \nSandra George\nAssociate Genetic Counsellor\, SWSLHD \nHeather Bray \nClinical Midwifery Consultant and GP Shared Care Midwife Liaison\, SWSLHD\n\nWendy Pickup\nClinical Midwifery Consultant and GP Shared Care Midwife Liaison\, SWSLHD\n\nFacilitated by:\nDeborah Ferry\nIntegration and Priority Populations Coordinator\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/antenatal-gp-shared-care-2026-information-update-and-skills-development-day/
LOCATION:Ngara Education and Conference Centre\, 41 Scrivener Street\, WARWICK FARM\, NSW\, 2170\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Face-to-face
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260528T221524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T025518Z
UID:57326-1790276400-1790281800@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:Improving vaccine management and catch up vaccination in primary care
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nTo support GPs and nurses to improve vaccination practices by increasing timely catch up vaccination and strengthening vaccine management. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify and apply appropriate vaccine storage and cold chain management practices to maintain vaccine safety and effectiveness.\nImplement timely catch-up vaccination strategies to address declining vaccination coverage and reduce vaccine preventable disease risk.\nApply reminder systems and overdue patient record reviews to improve vaccination uptake and reduced missed opportunities.\n\n\nPresented by:\nDr Rose Sacca\nStaff Specialist\, SWSLHD Public Health Unit \nSerina (Huixin) Liao\nImmunisation Clinical Nurse Consultant\, SWSLHD Public Health Unit \nBuddhi Dawadi\nImmunisation Clinical Nurse Specialist\, SWSLHD Public Health Unit\n\nFacilitated by:\nZoe Taleb\nPractice Support Officer\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/nurse-cpd-improving-vaccine-management-and-catch-up-vaccination-in-primary-care/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261008T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261008T213000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260407T020445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T050424Z
UID:54941-1791484200-1791495000@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:Resuscitation skills for general practice
DESCRIPTION:Aim:\nTo 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. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify and apply the steps that need to be taken in the event of a cardiac arrest patient in the general practice setting including team management.\nRecall the appropriate methods and processes of gaining emergency assistance in the general practice setting\, in the event of a cardiac arrest.\nManage a cardiac arrest including the demonstration of clinical resuscitation procedures\, effective ventilations and compressions\, use of a defibrillator and emergency drugs using appropriate resuscitation manikins.\nImplement strategies in the practice to reduce the emotional impact of an emergency on individuals and the team.\n\n\nPresented by:\nSimon Gould – Medics for Life\nAssoc. Deg. Voc. Education and Training\nDip. Paramedical Science\nCertificate IV Workplace Training & Assessment \nPlease note payment is required upfront to confirm your registration which can be made using Mastercard or Visa.  A tax invoice will be issued following full payment.  \nALL BOOKINGS ARE NON REFUNDABLE AND NON TRANSFERABLE.
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/resuscitation-skills-for-general-practice/
LOCATION:The William Inglis Hotel\, Warwick Farm\, 155 Governor Macquarie Drive\, WARWICK FARM\, 2170\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Face-to-face
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261018T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261018T171500
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260506T014402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T010711Z
UID:56244-1792312200-1792343700@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:Future-proofing general practice: a deep dive on viability and sustainability conference
DESCRIPTION:Aim:\nThis conference provides strategies to support long-term sustainability of general practices\, addressing billing structures\, continuity of patient care\, teamwork\, staffing and multidisciplinary care. It is timely due to primary care reforms and initiatives including Strengthening Medicare policies. Participants will learn to identify appropriate MBS item numbers for common clinical scenarios\, leverage team-based care and digital health\, and incorporate current Medicare and policy updates to improve both clinical care and financial sustainability. \nPresented by:\nGreg Baker\nAI lecturer\, Macquarie University \nEden Elliott-Griggs \nTraining and Development Manager\, Wise Workplace Training \nKim Poyner\nDirector\, MediCoach \nWendy O’Meara  \nPrimary Care Consultant (MBS Item Specialist) \nHosted by:\nDr Lance Holland-Keen\nGP from Gregory Hills
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/future-proofing-general-practice-a-deep-dive-on-viability-and-sustainability-conference/
LOCATION:The William Inglis Hotel\, Warwick Farm\, 155 Governor Macquarie Drive\, WARWICK FARM\, 2170\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Face-to-face
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261022T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261022T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T052011
CREATED:20260629T233147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T233147Z
UID:57809-1792695600-1792701000@swsphn.com.au
SUMMARY:PM CPD - Awards\, pay and leave compliance
DESCRIPTION:Aim of meeting:\nTo ensure managers understand which Awards apply to their workforce\, how to correctly apply classifications and pay rates\, and how to meet their leave and record-keeping obligations\, including the requirement to ensure salaried employees are genuinely better off overall\, reducing the risk of underpayment\, back-pay liability\, and Fair Work investigations. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify which Modern Awards apply to the different roles within your practice.\nCorrectly classify employees to ensure they receive the appropriate pay rates\, allowances ad employment entitlements in accordance with relevant workplace requirements.\nRecognise when salary arrangements meet Award requirements\, including the Better Off Overall Test (BOOT).\nIdentify common payroll compliance risks and understand how accurate record-keeping helps protect the practice.\n\n\nPresented by:\nVanessa James-McPhee\nHead of Workplace Advisory\, HR in Health \nFacilitated by:\nZoe Taleb\nPractice Support Officer\, SWSPHN
URL:https://swsphn.com.au/event/pm-cpd-awards-pay-and-leave-compliance/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SWSPHN - Allison Tran":MAILTO:cpd@swsphn.com.au
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