The participant group at the most recent The Common Ground CPD event reflected the aim of the series – to bring allied health practitioners and general practice together to work more effectively to improve patient care.
Thirteen GPs, eight allied health practitioners (two psychologists, two pharmacists, two podiatrists, one social worker and one physiotherapist) and six nurses joined the event which focused on Multidisciplinary collaboration in managing adults with complex mental health conditions.
Held as a face-to-face event at The William Inglis Hotel Warwick Farm on Thursday, 14 May, the panel showcased our regions’ cultural diversity with an all female panel including GP, Dr Hamshi Singh, nurse practitioner Amanda Butt, psychologist Hanan Dover and SWSPHN Workforce Engagement Coordinator and occupational therapist, Nisha Nair.
Participants gained insight into:
- local challenges in managing chronic conditions and multimorbidity
- the roles of healthcare professionals in coordinated care
- practical strategies to improve collaboration and overcome common barriers
- locally relevant tools to support patient-centred care
Participant discussion highlighted the importance of building local primary care relationships, involving allied health practitioners early in the conversation and supporting all specialities in managing the sometimes overwhelming workload of GPs.
Find upcoming CPD eventsPictured above: Speakers Hanan Dover, Amanda Butt, Dr Hamshi Singh and Nisha Nair were part of the all-female panel at The Common Ground CP event in May.