People who inject drugs represent approximately 90% of newly acquired hepatitis C (HCV) infections. Clinicians in Drug and Alcohol settings play an important role in improving the health outcomes of people living with HCV and can reduce a patient’s risk of developing advanced liver disease through early diagnosis, appropriate management of co-morbidities and treatment with…
This two hour session will renew and refresh GP’s knowledge of common gynaecological problems that present in general practice. Begin the evening with refreshments at 6.30pm in the Conference Centre overlooking the Swan River and Perth Stadium before joining your colleagues to be updated on the assessment and management of menopause, endometriosis, and PCOS. Attendees…
GPs and nurses are invited to attend this introductory session which will present a practical guide to HCV screening, early diagnosis, treatment and patient management in the context of new DAAs.
GPs and Health Professionals are invited to a clinical update on Inflammatory Arthritis presented by Consultant Rheumatologist, Prof Johannes (Hans) Nossent. Learning Outcomes: 1. Outline the prevalence of inflammatory arthritis (IA) and recognise its impact at an individual and societal level. 2. Identify appropriate diagnostic and monitoring tools for IA and determine when rheumatology specialist…
The Cutting Edge: Essential Surgical Skills workshop aims to assist the GP and Nurse Practitioner in attaining an improved level of competence in the techniques required for minor surgery. This workshop focuses on the most commonly performed procedures. Safety is emphasised as well as the acquisition of one sound technique in each skill area. It…
Presented by Fiona Stanley Hospital and Diabetes WA in partnership with WA Primary Health Alliance and HealthPathways WA. Workshops and presentations include: • Type 2 Diabetes Management in the Modern Era • Workshop: Evaluation and Practical Measures for Patients “At Risk” of Type 2 Diabetes • Workshop: Managing the Patient with Newly Diagnosed Type 2…
The latest trends in health and skin care result in an increased demand for skin repair and rejuvenation services – and skilled practitioners. Patients with clinical skin conditions prefer to receive these services from a trusted, qualified doctor rather than from a beautician or cosmetic nurse. Meeting your patients' aesthetic concerns and helping them to…
