"In Australia about 3.6 million people have some level of hearing loss. More than 1.3 million Australians live with a hearing condition that could have been prevented. More than 1 in 3 Australians have noise-related ear damage.” * There are many important causes and presentations of hearing loss, this webinar will mainly focus on progressive hearing loss associated with aging and the importance of recognising the social and emotional aspects of this type of hearing loss . General Practice is ideally placed to discuss hearing health with patients and help to reduce stigma associated with seeking help especially for age and noise related hearing loss. We need to familiarise ourselves with good evidence based team practice in relation to hearing testing and hearing devices.
Recorded: 3/05/2023
Care of older people
There is growing recognition of the different mental health issues and requirements facing women. Prof Kulkarni believes women’s mental health is different from men’s needs due to biopsychosocial factors yet there is a paucity of research looking specifically at women. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in women is an example that has been widely reported in the media recently and hence GPs are reporting a significant increase in patient inquiries. However, work force issues mean timely diagnosis and treatment from specialist services is difficult to get and expensive for patients. General Practice is well placed to diagnose and manage ADHD however this is work in progress.
Recorded: 7/06/2023
Adult healthChildren & young persons healthDoctors healthMens healthSex, sexuality, gender diversity and healthSexual and reproductive healthTravel medicineWomens health
As of July 1st this year, new Ahpra guidelines and rules relating to cosmetic surgery became live. There has been much confusion in the media about requirements for both practitioners and patients, in particular relating to referrals. In this session, we will clarify the guidelines for GPs who might be approached by patients for referrals and discuss how these new guidelines might affect those practising cosmetic procedures. Also, as of September 1st this year revised guidelines relating to telehealth will come into force. We touch on this topic as well.
Recorded: 5/07/2023
Adult healthChildren & young persons healthDoctors healthMens healthSex, sexuality, gender diversity and healthSexual and reproductive healthWomens health
With only 3 months of this year to go, Dr Sally Cockburn and RACGP CPD Program Coordinator, Kathryn Randall clarify the CPD requirements in relation to MO and give tips and ideas on how you can complete your MO and minimise stress.
Recorded: 4/10/2023
Adult healthChildren & young persons healthDoctors healthMens healthWomens health
Following on from the success of the Virtual Emergency Department service at Northern Health, Dr David Langford founded and trialed the “Medical Community Virtual Consult” service (MCVC) during Covid Pandemic and now it’s an ongoing concern. The aim of the MCVC is to foster reliable communication between primary care and medical specialists. GPs can book live telehealth appointments to discuss complex patients with a specialist team. Although the MCVC is a Northern Health initiative it is open to GPs from all over Victoria.
Recorded: 6/12/2023
Rural healthWomens health
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