Dr Simon Lockwood
We are entering a new chapter in our state’s health system. Chris Picton MP was sworn in as South Australia’s new Minister for Health and Wellbeing following the March State Election and at the beginning of August, Dr Robyn Lawrence was introduced as the new Chief Executive of SA Health. Read more...
Country SA PHN commissioned service providers
Country SA PHN commissions a variety of Aboriginal Health programs across country SA. Do you know what Aboriginal Health programs are in your region. To find out more click here.
Tender Opportunity Opening Soon for a Head To Health Adult Mental Health Satellite Site in Mt Gambier
Country SA PHN tenders are managed on our e-Procurement Portal, TenderLink. Organisations who wish to apply for Country SA PHN tenders, and receive tender notifications must register on the e-Procurement system. Organisations already registered via TenderLink are reminded to regularly check and update their contact details with TenderLink, to ensure timely receipt of notifications. Read more...
Country SA PHN GoShare Practice Registration
Country SA PHN is funding GoShare for 12 months for general practices to support quality improvement and preventative health activities within country SA. GoShare allows a practice staff member to send patients information embedded as a link in an SMS. Expression of Interest form is available here.
Medicare assessment for COVID-19 oral anti-viral medications by telephone
New temporary Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items for General Practitioners (GPs) and other medical practitioners (OMPs) working in general practice settings will provide rebates for longer telephone consultations when assessing patients with COVID-19 for suitability of anti-viral medications. Read more…
ATAGI recommendations on COVID-19 vaccine use in children aged 6 months to <5 years
ATAGI recommends COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 6 months to <5 years with severe immunocompromise, disability, and those who have complex and/or multiple health conditions which increase the risk of severe COVID-19. Read more…
Updated! Drug treatments for children and adolescents with COVID-19
Access this comprehensive flow chart of drug treatments for children and adolescents up to 16 years presenting with a COVID-19 infection. The graph will take you through the steps for treatment for COVID-19 presentations ranging from mild to critical. Download flowchart here.
Understanding Palliative Care - Animated Video series
This short series (Ft. Sean Choolburra) takes you through a palliative care journey: IPEPA Animated Video Series. Sean embarks on five journeys of understanding around palliative care and explores different aspects of what happens when we are diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. Find out more about the Indigenous Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach (IPEPA) here.
Easy Access to Palliative Care Training and Education Resources
Educational resources for Palliative Care are only one click away with The Palliative Care Education Directory (PaCE). The PaCE Directory App will enable users to readily access palliative care education and training resources that are provided by the Collaborative and other National Palliative Care Projects (NPCPs). Users can access the PaCE Directory by a mobile-responsive web-based app on their smartphone, tablet or desktop computer.
The ELDAC Primary Care Toolkit
The benefits of providing palliative care for your patients in primary care include better continuity of care, reduced need for travel, and an improved chance of patients being able to die at home. To support providers and give them the confidence and tools to deliver this care, the ELDAC Primary Care Toolkit has a range of resources across clinical action, team action and HealthPathways. Read more…
Unexpected Deterioration in an Older Person
In an older person, a sudden decline in function should be investigated and treated urgently. Awareness of patient frailty is important because frailty is a distinct health condition wherein the body's systems gradually lose their physiological reserves. Seemingly minor stressors or changes can produce a disproportionately severe adverse outcome. Read more...
Did you know Topbar links directly to HealthPathways?
General practices with access to PenCS Topbar are a simple one-click away from quick and easy access to the HealthPathways SA website.
HealthPathways SA is a free online portal for general practices and other health professionals to easily access current, evidence-based assessment, management and localised referral resources for specific health conditions. Read more...
Grants for Young Carers - Applications Open for 2023
Carers aged 12-25 years can apply for a Young Carer Bursary that provides support to continue their education. Applications for 2023 are open until 5pm (AEST) 13 September 2022 through Young Carers Network. The program offers bursaries of $3,000 each year to assist with education needs and resources.
Healthdirect video call - extension
The Department of Health has extended the Healthdirect video call COVID-19 GP Program to 31 December 2022. This service is provided without cost to General Practices, Aboriginal Medical Services (AMS), and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHs). GPs in private practice can register for access here. GPs in AMS/ACCHs can register for access here.
Luminal Gastroenterology ECHO Network
The Luminal Gastroenterology ECHO Network supports primary healthcare providers gain knowledge and confidence to manage gastroenterological presentations. Fortnightly on Tuesdays commencing 20 September 2021, 6.30pm - 7.40pm Read more...
CDM Plus Webinars for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
The aim of the MBS health assessment item (more commonly known as the health check) is to help ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people receive primary health care that meets their needs. Read more...
New guidance to support better breast cancer outcomes for Indigenous Australians
This breast cancer handbook has been developed in consultation with Indigenous health experts and leaders. It is a critical resource for Indigenous health workers to build their knowledge and skills to improve breast cancer outcomes. Read more…
NASH Certificates
Australian Digital Health Agency has updated its NASH certificate policy and has announced that all organisations are required to be using NASH SHA-2 Certificate by 31 December 2022. If your organisation has a NASH SHA-1 certificate, irrespective of its expiry date, you need to transition to NASH SHA-2 certificate by the end of this year. Read more…
South Australian Regional Clinical Trial Coordinating Centre (SA RCCC)
Rural patients have been missing out on the latest care because clinical trials are only available in capital cities. A teletrial enables access to clinical trials closer to home for patients who live in regional, rural and remote Australia. Read more…
Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) authorities
PBS authorities can now be done online through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme authorities system on the Health Professional Online Services (HPOS). Read more...
Accessing Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) data
AIR is a national register that records all vaccines given to people of all ages in Australia. AIR reports and statements are available to practice managers, practice nurses, GPs, and other vaccination providers. You can use the AIR to view statistical and identified immunisation reports relevant to your practice or provider. To find out more go to AIRMS01 - Module Selection Page.
My Aged Care e-Referral
A step-by-step tutorial videos on how to use e-Referrals are now available for Best Practice, Medical Director and Genie. View the videos here. A PDF guide is available for Medtech users here.
RACGP 5th Standards Update and Events
The RACGP has developed the Standards for general practices 5th edition with the purpose of protecting patients from harm by improving the quality and safety of health services. For more information on the Standards for general practices click here and for RACGP courses and events click here.
Monkeypox (MPX) vaccines
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has recommended key risk groups for vaccination against MPX to support states and territories to prioritise their supply. Read more...
Performing Spirometry Safely: Videos for Health Care Professionals
Divided into Part 1: Infection Control Advice and Part 2: Infection Control Guidance for Performing Spirometry in Primary Care Settings. Read more...
Norfolk House Medical Centre - GP Position
Norfolk House Medical Centre has an opening for a GP to join their mixed billing practice. Read more...
Littlehampton Medical Centre - GP Position
A rewarding opportunity exists for a General Practitioner FT/PT at Littlehampton Medical Centre, a well established, spacious, purpose built medical practice. Read more...
McRitchie Surgery – Whyalla GP Position
We are a solo GP Practice seeking a General Practitioner to join our friendly team here at McRitchie Crescent Surgery in Whyalla, South Australia. Read more...
For more professional development opportunities go to www.countrysaphn.com.au
GP Mental Health Symposium - Melbourne
Saturday 10 September 2022
Register Here - In person
Register Here - Virtual attendance
SHINE SA Sexual and Reproductive Health Workshop - Woodville
Tuesday 13 September 2022, 9.00am - 5.00pm
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Business for Doctors 2022 Conference - Melbourne
Thursday 15 September 2022, 8.00am - 5.00pm
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A weekend getaway with a difference: Prehospital trauma care for rural clinicians - Hahndorf
Friday 16 September 2022 to Sunday 18 September 2022
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APNA Conference Roadshow - Adelaide
Wednesday 28 September to Thursday 29 September 2022
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ACNP National Conference 2022 - Sydney
Thursday 13 October to Saturday 15 October 2022. Register Here
Even Miracles Take a Little Time: Fertility & Preconception Conversations - Port Lincoln
Wednesday 26 October 2022, 6.00pm - 9.15pm
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Statewide Symposium on Supportive Care Planning in Chronic Non-Malignant Disease - Adelaide
Friday 4 November 2022, 8.30am - 4.30pm
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Bowel Cancer Screening - from the GP perspective
Wednesday 31 August 2022, 8.00pm - 9.00pm (AEST)
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Getting to the bottom of colonoscopy use in bowel screening
Tuesday 6 September 2022, 8.00pm - 9.00pm (AEST)
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Supporting people with intellectual disability – a team approach
Wednesday 7 September 2022, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
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Identifying Mitochondrial Disease: Case studies
Tuesday 13 September 2022, 6.30pm - 7.00pm
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Pain Management - Hospital to General Practice
Thursday 15 September 2022, 7.00pm (AEST)
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HIV Nursing Webinar - Risk Management: Substance Use - Drug And Alcohol Issues
Thursday 15 September 2022, 7.30pm – 8.30 pm (AEST) Register Here
Responding to Domestic Violence with a Trauma-Informed Lens for GPs and Primary Care Providers
16 September 2022, 8.30am - 10.30am (AEST)
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National Paediatric Palliative Care Conference
Thursday 13 October to Friday 14 October 2022, 8.30am - 4.30pm Register Here
Improving Obesity Management through better GP education and remuneration
We are interested in understanding your experiences in managing obesity in general practice. Your participation will help inform the development of targeted GP education and propose billing schemes. Read more...
The ORIENT Study
Are you a GP or practice nurse working in a rural or regional general practice who wants to improve access to long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) and early medical abortion (EMA) for your patient population? If so, ORIENT may be of interest to you. We are actively recruiting general practices in rural and regional Australia to implement the nurse-led model of care for provision of LARC and EMA services. Read more...
