Information security is critical to the provision of safe, high-quality healthcare and the efficient running of a general practice. It is a fixed cost of doing business to ensure business continuity and the protection of information assets.
Recorded: 30/04/2019
Business of general practice
SafeScript is computer software that transmits prescription records for certain high-risk medicines to a centralised database in real-time, which can then be accessed by doctors, nurse practitioners and pharmacists during a consultation.
Recorded: 5/05/2019
Focusing on individual finances, this session considered the top ten financial mistake doctors make, including budgeting, saving to start a practice, tax-efficient investments and financial protections Live Q+A will be livestreamed on next face-to-face event.
Recorded: 1/06/2019
The quality of patient health records is an important factor in the provision of safe and effective healthcare. Maintaining good-quality patient health records supports appropriate clinical decision-making and continuity of care, especially with the increasing use of shared care models.
Recorded: 27/06/2019
Technology plays a diverse and critical role in general practice. It is a key factor in effective communication to support clinical care. The role of technology in general practice creates an efficient method of information transfer via secure electronic communication, allowing practitioners to digitally record, share and analyse clinical information.
Recorded: 25/07/2019
General practice has a fundamental role in ensuring the privacy of patient health information. It is important general practices understand the current legislative framework for the management of health information at both a practice level and when sharing information using systems, such as My Health Record.
Recorded: 27/08/2019
Telehealth is becoming more popular as a mode of healthcare delivery due to the benefits it provides to both patients and practitioners, particularly those in rural and remote areas, and has the potential to provide patients with more convenient and efficient access to healthcare.
Recorded: 24/09/2019
In health care, the primary source of data is through clinical care delivery to patients. When this data is used outside of the general practice setting, for purposes other than which it was originally collected, it is referred to as 'secondary use of data'. Secondary use of data includes activities such as research, quality and safety measurement, provider certification or accreditation and marketing.
Recorded: 31/10/2019
Dr John Adie, a specialist Urban, Rural & Remote GP & Urgent Care Physician, and Dr Jamie Phillips, a Rural Generalist and GP with advanced specialist training in Emergency Medicine and Immediate Medical Care, discuss the case for urgent care in Australian integrated primary care centres and examine the data behind it.
Recorded: 6/11/2019
Adult health
The RACGP recognises that GPs and general practice staff have embraced social media at a rapid rate, and guidance around safe and professional usage within general practice is necessary. Similarly, there are many health apps that have the potential to encourage better health but there are concerns about the accuracy and appropriateness of information in some apps and their privacy and security settings.
Recorded: 21/11/2019
This event was held on 30 November 2019 in Sydney. By watching this recording you will explore transgender health within the general practice setting, get new insights into transgender care, patient transitioning, sexual and hormonal support and sensitive consultation approaches. Live Q+A will be livestreamed on next face-to-face event.
Recorded: 30/11/2019
Adult healthSex, sexuality, gender diversity and health
Medical photography has long had an important role in the assessment and management of patients in general practice. Benefits of taking clinical images include: tracking changes over time, improved patient care and clinical communication through real-time sharing of images and improved teaching and training. With most mobile phones and tablets equipped with high-quality cameras, significant memory capacity, and wireless technology, it is easier than ever to capture and distribute clinical photos of patients.
Recorded: 4/12/2019
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