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The use of Dermatoscopy in skin cancer prevention

This session will present published algorithms for pigmented and non-pigmented skin lesions to lead in a stepwise process to a treatment decision.
 
In 30 minutes, you will be shown how to assess lesions clinically and dermatoscopically and the two algorithms will give you a scaffolding on which to organise your accumulating experience. You will understand the role of pattern recognition and how with experience, it will increasingly replace the reliance on algorithms.
 
Apart from these learning outcomes, the primary aim of this presentation is to empower you to a higher level of work-enjoyment and satisfaction.
 
Speakers:
Prof Cliff Rosendahl
 

CommBank research and panel - Maintaining growth in COVID-19

Understanding how to grow your practice amongst the recent challenges presented by coronavirus is on the top of many GPs minds. 

Hear from CommBank on the findings from their latest research, which explores various opportunities practices have to drive growth amid recovery.
 
Speakers:
Jonathan Foyer
Belinda Hegarty
Belinda Allen
Ben Howat

Pandemic stress – A framework for clinicians

This presentation will focus on pandemic stress and provides a clinical framework for triaging, managing, and personally coping with the stress-related presentations stemming from the COVID-19 crisis.
 
Learning objectives include how to risk-stratify patients, best-stepped care approach and clinician self-care advice.
 
Speaker:
A/Prof Ajeet B Singh MBBS Mpsych MD FRANZCP 
 

Let’s talk about upskilling in mental health

This live session will educate GPs on the benefits of becoming a Medicare-registered provider of Focussed Psychological Strategies (FPS).
 
Dr Jo-Anne Zappia will share her experience working with patients with mental health conditions in general practice. She will also highlight the importance of FPS and provide an insight on how to incorporate strategies to help your patients with their mental health and wellbeing.

Speaker:
Dr Jo-Anne Zappia
 

An introduction to AGP and Time in Range in Glucose Management

An introduction to the Ambulatory Glucose Profile (AGP) and Time in Range for glucose management in Primary Care.
 
Speaker:
Prof Stephen Twigg
 
 

Top tips for managing your finances in 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented financial challenges for many GPs and their practices across Australia. The impact on the Australian economy will be ongoing, so implementing effective strategies to manage your cash flow is more important than ever.
 
Join BOQ Specialist’s live educational session to hear from Trevor Knowles, Commercial Finance Consultant at BOQ Specialist, who will share his observations in the market from a financier’s perspective.
 
Speaker:
Trevor Knowles, Financial Specialist, BOQ Specialist
 

After the fires: Exploring trauma in emergency service workers

Black Dog Institute and UNSW Sydney are implementing a program of mental health support and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder treatment for Emergency service workers over the next 18 months, including workshops for GPs.
 
Join Dr Jan Orman to learn about the central role GPs play in the provision of healthcare to communities in the immediate, acute phase of emergency situations and on an ongoing basis for the long-term recovery of individuals and their broader community.
 
Speaker:
Dr Jan Orman
 
 

Fits, faints & funny turns - Epilepsy or not? A case study discussion

This is a rare opportunity for you to witness real-life "fits, faints & funny turns" and learn their underlying cause through case studies supported by video, EEG & ECG data. Case studies will include patients presenting with blank stares, blackouts, fainting spells, a motor vehicle accident due to a medical episode, and a patient with epilepsy not responding to treatment.

Speaker:
A/Prof Andrew Lee
 

Why does influenza vaccine effectiveness vary from season to season?

This educational session is sponsored by Seqirus. The educational content has been determined independently and does not necessarily represent the views of Seqirus. 

Annual vaccination against influenza plays an important part in reducing the burden of influenza. Vaccine effectiveness varies each year due mainly to 3 factors - 

1. Patient factors eg immunosenescence and immunosuppression
2. Viral factors eg antigenic drift and shift
3. Vaccine factors eg egg adaptation

A number of flu vaccines are already available or in development to address some of these issues. Influenza vaccines are not all the same but they are generally effective. We need to continue to achieve high vaccine uptake in 2021
 
Speaker:
Prof Robert Booy