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GPReview November 2007 Volume 11 Number 5
The November 2007 edition of GPReview includes
ASC highlights and articles on managing clinical emergencies
with the Australian Defence Force, the RACGP and Diabetes Australia
diabetes management guidelines, practice nurse and practice manager
affiliate membership benefits, a familial PGPPP placement at RACGP
President Dr Vasantha Preetham's WA practice, the SNOMED CT reference
terminology system, a GP's mysterious assignment to a remote quarter of
Pakistan, the new QA&CPD Program for the 2008-2010 triennium,
diabetes management in aged care facilities, and the connection between
food allergies and asthma.
News & Views: Celebrating Community
Highlights from the RACGP 50th Annual Scientific Convention.
News & Views: Managing clinical emergencies with the ADF
Dr Ron McCoy
The Australian Defence Force, a longtime supporter of the college and our annual scientific convention, inspired RACGP educators at a recent Clinical Emergency Management™ Program workshop.
News & Views: A fine partnership
The RACGP and Diabetes Australia diabetes management guidelines are the result of a 20 year association.
News & Views: It's about the team
Supporting the general practice team with the latest clinical knowledge and online education activities.
News & Views: A rewarding experience
RACGP President Dr Vasantha Preetham discusses her grassroots support for prevocational education.
News & Views: Bytes from BEACH
Julie O'Halloran, Associate Professor Graeme C Miller, Associate Professor Helena Britt
SNOMED CT: is it valid for use by Australian GPs?
Travels: Hunting the houbara
Dr Kevin Murphy
Ancient art meets modern technology in the deserts of Pakistan.
QA&CPD: Introducing the new triennium
The QA&CPD Program has been continually evaluated and updated since its inception in 1987. Find out how the program for the new triennium will help you maintain your skills and improve your practice.
GPnetwork: Diabetes management in aged care facilities
Caroline van Riet
Helping nurses and GPs work together to manage diabetes in the aged care setting.
GPnetwork: Eat well to breathe well
Dr Victoria Smith
Breastfeeding and a balanced diet are best for asthma