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GPCE will return to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre with our most comprehensive program to date, filled with ALMs, clinical education sessions, practical skills masterclasses, networking and suppliers showcasing the latest products and innovations.
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WHY ATTEND – THE 2019 CONFERENCE AGENDA Refresh your skills and knowledge across a huge range of therapeutic areas The GPCE 2019 program has been designed to suit the changing needs of all primary care professionals, with high quality CPD content in four interest area categories, focusing on your practice, your business, your life and your curiosity.
PRACTICE These sessions will give you an update on the latest clinical recommendations in general practice, focussing on practical, useful takeaways in a range of therapeutic areas.
BUSINESS If your focus for 2019 is improving your business, these sessions will cover the foundations of practice, profitability, team, risk, reputation, systems, operations and more!
LIFE Turning the stethoscope round to you! If 2018 has taken the stuffing out of you, these sessions will focus on personal health and well-being, work-life balance, time management, communication skills and more.
CURIOSITY Feed your curiosity and learn more about what’s new now and what’s coming! Covering technology, research, what others are doing, these sessions are guaranteed to inspire!
DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE ACROSS 22 THERAPEUTIC AREAS The conference program includes accredited CPD education across the full spectrum of primary care, covering the latest refreshers and clinical updates on: ADDICTION MEDICINE ALLERGY ART OF GENERAL PRACTICE CANCER CARDIOVASCULAR
CARE OF OLDER PEOPLE CHRONIC CONDITIONS DERMATOLOGY EMERGENCY MEDICINE EYE HEALTH GASTROENTEROLOGY
GENETICS MENTAL HEALTH MUSCULOSKELETAL NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS PAEDIATRICS
PAIN MANAGEMENT PERSONAL HEALTH RESPIRATORY MEDICINE SEXUAL HEALTH TRAVEL MEDICINE WOUND MANAGEMENT
HAVE YOU ATTENDED THE GPCE AT LEAST TWICE IN THE LAST 3 YEARS? Then you may be eligible for Platinum Club membership and access to a range of benefits including 30% discount on conference rates!
To find out if you qualify for Platinum Club membership in 2019, please contact our customer service team on 1800 571 960 or email info@gpce.com.au.
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2019 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION RATES GENERAL PRACTITIONER
NURSE & ALLIED HEALTH Standard
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PRACTICE STAFF & GP REGISTRAR Early Bird
$390
$175
$200
$250
1 DAY PASS
$200
FREE
$494
$617
$301
$344
$430
2 DAY PASS
$200
FREE
$624
$780
$340
$388
$485
3 DAY PASS
$200
FREE
Early Bird
$406
$464
$580
$273
$312
2 DAY PASS
$697
$796
$995
$432
3 DAY PASS
$746
$852
$1,065
$546
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EXHIBITION ONLY
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Platinum Club
1 DAY PASS
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HOW TO REGISTER
CPR CONFERENCE
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$120
Flexible registration options are available allowing you to attend GPCE as a conference delegate (providing full access to the conference and exhibition) or an Exhibition Only visitor. 1, 2 or 3 day passes are available. Entry to the exhibition only is FREE.
BOOK AS A GROUP & SAVE 25% ON EACH REGISTRATION!** If you have 2 or more healthcare professionals in your practice looking to attend GPCE Brisbane, you will SAVE 25% off the standard registration rate when booking as a group within the early bird period, and 10% thereafter. Group registrations can be made via phone. Don’t forget to use code the promo code EBBRIRB before 9th August!
5 WAYS TO REGISTER Book online at gpce.com.au/register Call us on 1800 571 960 Email us on info@gpce.com.au Fax us on 02 9993 8328 Text us on 0466 025 210
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GPCE Brisbane is a brilliant, three day event with a huge range of sessions enabling you to develop your knowledge! There are too many topics to choose from! GPCE BRISBANE 2018 DELEGATE
REGISTRATION CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellations must be made in writing to info@gpce.com.au. We offer a 5 day cooling off period from the date of booking with a 100% refund policy (valid only up to 7 days before the event). Cancellations made before Friday 9 August will receive 50% refund. Cancellations made after Friday 9 August will not be refunded. Substitute delegates will be accepted.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS **Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Discount applies to standard rates within the early bird period only. All fees are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are inclusive of GST. Entry to the GPCE is strictly for healthcare professionals only. Anyone found canvassing at the exhibition will be escorted out by security immediately. If you are interested in attending GPCE for commercial opportunities please visit our exhibitor information page to get in touch and discuss the options available.
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CONFERENCE PROGRAM FRIDAY 13 SEPTEMBER FRIDAY SESSION
1
ALM 8.30AM – 10.00AM
›› Asthma update ALM – breathing new life into the management of asthma (Part 1)
Masterclass 8.30AM – 10.00AM
›› CPR in general practice
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Groups A & B, part 1)
MORNING TEA 9.15AM – 9.45AM
FRIDAY SESSION
2
ALM 10.15AM – 11.45AM
›› Asthma update ALM – breathing new life into the management of asthma (Part 2)
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Groups A & B, part 2)
FRIDAY SESSION 3
Masterclass 10.15AM – 11.45AM
›› CPR in general practice ›› Sleeping on the job – effective assessment of insomnia in general practice
FRIDAY KEYNOTE 12.00PM – 1.00PM
LUNCH 1.00PM – 1.45PM
FRIDAY SESSION
4
ALM
Masterclass
1.45PM – 3.15PM
1.45PM – 3.15PM
›› Diabetes management in general practice ALM – fresh thinking for better patient outcomes (Part 1)
›› CPR in general practice
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Group A, part 3)
›› The timely diagnosis and improved management of dementia ALM (Part 1)
AFTERNOON TEA 2.45PM – 3.30PM
FRIDAY SESSION
5
ALM
Masterclass
3.30PM – 5.00PM
3.30PM – 5.00PM
›› Diabetes management in general practice ALM – fresh thinking for better patient outcomes (Part 2)
›› CPR in general practice
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Group A, part 4)
›› The timely diagnosis and improved management of dementia ALM (Part 2)
GPCE KICK-OFF DRINKS: 4.30PM – 6.00PM
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8.30AM – 9.30AM
›› Aged care facilities – easier than you think! ›› Eliminating hepatitis C in Australia – a workshop for GPs
›› Taking the pain out of headache management ›› Treating Parkinson’s disease – a stimulating discussion
›› GPs in the genomic era – implications for general practice
EDUCATION SESSIONS 10.15AM – 11.15AM
›› Childhood obesity – exploring the impact of parental
›› Skin cancer surgery – the good, the bad and
›› Chronic kidney disease update – handing you the
›› The Golden Eye Rules – assessment and treatment
obesity and early childhood disadvantage new handbook recommendations
›› Managing the behavioural symptoms of dementia
avoiding the ugly
of eye conditions, including glaucoma and macular degeneration
EDUCATION SESSIONS 1.45PM – 2.45PM
›› Exasperating exacerbations – managing the
›› Onero – stepping beyond ordinary exercise
›› Getting a good night’s sleep – partnership between
›› Revisiting renal denervation for moderate,
moderate to severe COPD patient
patients, GPs and the mental health rehabilitation team
›› It’s all about me – a patient-centred approach to
programs for osteoporosis
uncontrolled hypertension – what do we now know?
›› Worrisome wounds – skin tears made easy
depression management
EDUCATION SESSIONS 3.30PM – 4.30PM
›› GPs and practice nurses – getting the best from each
›› Radiation therapy for prostate cancer – getting to the
›› Lumbar spinal conditions – helping GPs to lift the
›› Stepping up your game in asthma – optimally
other load
bottom of what’s new
managing asthma of varying severity
›› Transition from paediatric to adult cardiology – the role of general practice
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
FRIDAY 13 SEPTEMBER
EDUCATION SESSIONS
CONFERENCE PROGRAM SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER SATURDAY SESSION
1
ALM
Masterclass
8.30AM – 10.00AM
›› Asthma update ALM – breathing new life into the management of asthma (Part 3)
8.30AM – 10.00AM
›› CPR in general practice
›› Diabetes management in general practice ALM – fresh thinking for better patient outcomes (Part 3)
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Group B, part 3)
›› The timely diagnosis and improved management of dementia ALM (Part 3)
MORNING TEA 9.15AM – 9.45AM
SATURDAY SESSION
2
ALM
Masterclass
10.15AM – 11.45AM
10.15AM – 11.45AM
›› Asthma update ALM – breathing new life into the management of asthma (Part 4)
›› Diabetes management in general practice ALM – fresh thinking for
›› CPR in general practice ›› Sleeping on the job – effective
assessment of insomnia in general practice
better patient outcomes (Part 4)
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Group B, part 4)
›› The timely diagnosis and improved management of dementia ALM (Part 4)
SATURDAY SESSION 3
SATURDAY KEYNOTE 12.00PM – 1.00PM
LUNCH 1.00PM – 1.45PM
SATURDAY SESSION
4
ALM
Masterclass
1.45PM – 3.15PM
1.45PM – 3.15PM
›› Detecting and managing chronic kidney disease ALM (Part 1) ›› Heart failure management ALM – what do GPs need to know in
›› CPR in general practice
2019? (Part 1)
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Groups C & D, part 1)
AFTERNOON TEA 2.45PM – 3.30PM
SATURDAY SESSION
5
ALM
Masterclass
3.30PM – 5.00PM
3.30PM – 5.00PM
›› Detecting and managing chronic kidney disease ALM (Part 2) ›› Heart failure management ALM – what do GPs need to know in
›› CPR in general practice
2019? (Part 2)
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Groups C & D, part 2)
MEDTALKS
5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
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Case-Based Clinical Conundrums in T2D: A Patient-Centred Approach
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8.30AM – 9.30AM
›› GPs in the genomic era – implications for general practice
›› Managing chronic pain – alternatives to opioids ›› Managing the behavioural symptoms of dementia
›› Sexual health update for practice nurses ›› The Golden Eye Rules – assessment and treatment
of eye conditions, including glaucoma and macular degeneration
EDUCATION SESSIONS 10.15AM – 11.15AM
›› Beating burnout – a session on self-care for practice nurses
›› Treating Parkinson’s disease – a stimulating discussion
›› GPs and practice nurses – getting the best from each other
EDUCATION SESSIONS 1.45PM – 2.45PM
›› Aortic stenosis – when to ask for a second opinion? ›› Beyond Now – helping patients at risk of suicide, using a prevention planning tool
›› Eliminating hepatitis C in Australia – a workshop for GPs
›› Getting to grips with guidelines – a new approach to first injectables in type 2 diabetes
›› New Australian asthma guidelines 2019 –
empowering you and your patients with asthma
›› Who’s fault is it anyway? – legal accountability and open disclosure in general practice nursing
EDUCATION SESSIONS 3.30PM – 4.30PM
›› Choking up – can we predict and modify food
›› Revisiting renal denervation for moderate,
›› Drugs of addiction – a session for practice nurses ›› NewAccess Mental Services – a fast access, free
›› The gut biome, poo transplants and probiotics – just
anaphylaxis?
mental health program for Queensland patients
uncontrolled hypertension – what do we now know? a load of shite?
›› Worrisome wounds – skin tears made easy
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
EDUCATION SESSIONS
CONFERENCE PROGRAM SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER SUNDAY SESSION
1
ALM 8.30AM – 10.00AM
›› Heart failure management ALM – what do GPs need to know in 2019? (Part 3)
Masterclass 8.30AM – 10.00AM
›› CPR in general practice
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Group C, part 3)
MORNING TEA 9.15AM – 9.45AM
SUNDAY SESSION
2
ALM 10.15AM – 11.45AM
›› Heart failure management ALM – what do GPs need to know in 2019? (Part 4)
Masterclass 10.15AM – 11.45AM
›› CPR in general practice
›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM (Group C, part 4)
SUNDAY SESSION 3
SUNDAY KEYNOTE 12.00PM – 1.00PM
LUNCH 1.00PM – 1.45PM
SUNDAY SESSION
4
ALM 1.45PM – 3.15PM
›› Detecting and managing chronic kidney disease ALM (Part 3) ›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote
Masterclass 1.45PM – 3.15PM
›› CPR in general practice
setting ALM (Group D, part 3)
AFTERNOON TEA 2.45PM – 3.30PM
SUNDAY SESSION
5
ALM 3.30PM – 5.00PM
›› Detecting and managing chronic kidney disease ALM (Part 4) ›› Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote
Masterclass 3.30PM – 5.00PM
›› CPR in general practice
setting ALM (Group D, part 4)
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
8.30AM – 9.30AM
›› Exasperating exacerbations – managing the moderate to severe COPD patient
›› Facing an acute mental health presentation as a practice nurse
›› Lumbar spinal conditions – helping GPs to lift the load
›› Managing chronic pain – alternatives to opioids ›› Skin cancer surgery – the good, the bad and avoiding the ugly
›› The gut biome, poo transplants and probiotics – just a load of shite?
EDUCATION SESSIONS 10.15AM – 11.15AM
›› Aortic stenosis – when to ask for a second opinion? ›› Chronic kidney disease update – handing you the new handbook recommendations
›› It’s all about me – a patient-centred approach to depression management
›› Onero – stepping beyond ordinary exercise programs for osteoporosis
›› Stepping up your game in asthma – optimally managing asthma of varying severity
›› The role of the advanced practice nurse
›› LGBTQI & you – ensuring sensitivity in your clinical practice
EDUCATION SESSIONS 1.45PM – 2.45PM
›› Beyond Now – helping patients at risk of suicide,
›› New Australian asthma guidelines 2019 –
›› Getting a good night’s sleep – partnership between
›› Rationalising polypharmacy in the elderly ›› Running successful, profitable travel vaccine clinics ›› Transition from paediatric to adult cardiology – the
using a prevention planning tool
patients, GPs and the mental health rehabilitation team
›› Getting to grips with guidelines – a new approach to first injectables in type 2 diabetes
empowering you and your patients with asthma
role of general practice
EDUCATION SESSIONS 3.30PM – 4.30PM
›› Childhood obesity – exploring the impact of parental
›› Radiation therapy for prostate cancer – getting to the
›› NewAccess Mental Services – a fast access, free
›› Taking the pain out of headache management ›› Type 2 diabetes prevention and management for
obesity and early childhood disadvantage
mental health program for Queensland patients
bottom of what’s new
practice nurses
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER
EDUCATION SESSIONS
ALMs Choose from these high impact and topic-focused ALMs covering the latest updates. Each ALM earns you 40 QI&CPD (RACGP) or 30 PRPD (ACRRM) points.
The timely diagnosis and improved management of dementia ALM FRIDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 4 & 5 SATURDAY PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 THERAPEUTIC AREA: CARE OF OLDER PEOPLE SPEAKERS: DR ALLAN SHELL & DR NEIL JEYASINGAM
This ALM will enhance your medical and clinical understanding of dementia, highlighting the major challenges in its assessment, treatment and ongoing management. The activity will also address the wider challenges around the care of aged people, including polypharmacy, social and legal issues and dealing with family and carers.
Sponsored by
40
CATEGORY 1 CPD POINTS
Detecting and managing chronic kidney disease ALM SATURDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 4 & 5 SUNDAY PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 4 & 5 THERAPEUTIC AREA: CHRONIC CONDITIONS
Effective management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) helps to prolong the decline of kidney function and reduce complications associated with end stage kidney disease. CKD management also addresses comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension and diabetes. This active learning module uses didactic presentations and interactive case studies to highlight these often complex and inter-related issues and help you to effectively manage your patients with CKD and comorbidities.
Sponsored by
40
CATEGORY 1 CPD POINTS
Diabetes management in general practice ALM – fresh thinking for better patient outcomes FRIDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 4 & 5 SATURDAY PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 THERAPEUTIC AREA: CHRONIC CONDITIONS SPEAKER: DR GARY KILOV & DR ANITA SHARMA
The day-to-day workload of diabetes management can leave little time for reflection on the factors that could make the biggest differences to your patients. This ALM cuts through dogma, taps into the evidence and focusses on what really matters, including delivering non-threatening weight and lifestyle messages, dealing pro-actively with cardiovascular risk and multi-morbidity, engaging chronically disengaged patients, and busting confusion around the pharmacological management of diabetes.
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
Sponsored by
40
CATEGORY 1 CPD POINTS
ALMs
Heart failure management ALM – what do GPs need to know in 2019? SATURDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 4 & 5 SUNDAY PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 THERAPEUTIC AREA: CHRONIC CONDITIONS SPEAKER: DR ANITA SHARMA & DR SCOTT MCKENZIE
Get to grips with heart failure diagnosis, management and a multi-disciplinary team approach, in this case-study based ALM. Develop a deeper understanding of heart failure medications to prescribe, titrate, switch and monitor with confidence. Learn why, how and when to use the new ARNI class of medications and leave the ALM with a template for creating an effective heart failure management plan. This highly practice-focussed activity provides practical tools to deliver the best possible care for heart failure patients, in line with the new 2018 Heart Failure Guidelines.
Sponsored by
40
CATEGORY 1 CPD POINTS
Management of the emergency patient in the primary and remote setting ALM GROUP A FRIDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 4 & 5 GROUP B FRIDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 SATURDAY PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 THERAPEUTIC AREA: EMERGENCY MEDICINE SPEAKER: DR JOHN FAHEY
GROUP C SATURDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 4 & 5 SUNDAY PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 GROUP D SATURDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 4 & 5 SUNDAY PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 4 & 5
This course emphasises the identification and management of acute emergencies in the pre-hospital setting. Using easy-toremember diagnostic tools, procedures and techniques, GPs and practice nurses will learn to effectively manage acute medical and traumatic emergencies such as acute coronary syndrome, cardiac arrest, asthma and respiratory distress, anaphylaxis, seizures, hypoglycaemia, and trauma, including emergency decompression of pneumothorax, cricoid puncture and interosseous access.
Sponsored by
40
CATEGORY 1 CPD POINTS
Asthma update ALM – breathing new life into the management of asthma FRIDAY PARTS 1 & 2 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 SATURDAY PARTS 3 & 4 – SESSIONS 1 & 2 THERAPEUTIC AREA: RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
Given that 1 in 9 patients in Australia have asthma, it’s a good idea to stay up to date. This simple, practical and hands-on education from Asthma Australia will help you gain the latest knowledge and give you increased confidence diagnosing, managing and educating your asthma patients in general practice.
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
Sponsored by
40
CATEGORY 1 CPD POINTS
MEET THE SPEAKERS At GPCE we pride ourselves on having some of the most prolific speakers in the flied deliver education at our conferences. Here are just a few that you will see at GPCE Brisbane this year!
DR ALLAN SHELL
DR ANITA SHARMA
PROF GARY KILOV
MS HOLLY ROBINSON
DR JON-PAUL KHOO
DR MATTHEW YOUNG
MR ROBBIE BEDBROOK
DR TROYE WALLETT
Find out more about all of our GPCE Brisbane speakers at www.gpce.com.au/brisbane/speakers
MED Talks
Cased-based clinical conundrums in T2D: A patient-centred approach SATURDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER 5.15PM – 6.30PM
What do you need to consider when your patient with T2D is in front of you? What clinical and comorbid conditions should you be thinking of, and why might treatment recommendations change as a result? Strap yourself in for a contextual shift over 3 short, sharp, case-based presentations, as our panel of expert GPs and specialists unravel the complexities of T2D treatment with latest international recommendations. At the end of this patient-centred approach, get ready to ask the panel your burning questions!
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
BENEFIT FROM ACCREDITED EDUCATION CPD FOR GPs The GPCE conference program delivers a wide range of educational sessions providing GPs the opportunity to tailor their program to meet their learning needs. GPs can choose to participate in active learning modules (ALM), individual sessions or masterclasses across the event days.
The RACGP QI&CPD minimum requirements for the 2017-2019 triennium are:
99CPD POINTS
GP CPD Points Accreditation points awarded will be dependent on the type of learning chosen and the accreditation provider:
RACGP
ACRRM
ACTIVE LEARNING MODULE 40 QI&CPD points (Category 1)
30 PRPD points
CPR
5 QI&CPD points (Category 2)
10 BLS points
INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS
2 QI&CPD points (Category 2)
1 core point
INCLUDING
130CPD POINTS
EARN UP TO
QI
1 X CATEGORY 1 QI ACTIVITY
QA
1 X CATEGORY 1 QA ACTIVITY
CPR
1 X CPR
All accreditation documentation can be completed via the online Delegate Hub.
Important information: GPs participating in an Active Learning Module will need to complete the following paperwork to be eligible to receive CPD points: • Predisposing activity – this must be completed prior to attending the GPCE
• Evaluation – to be completed within two weeks following the conference
• Reinforcing activity – to be completed within two weeks following the conference
CPD FOR NURSES The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia requires nurses and midwives to accrue 20 hours of CPD each year. The GPCE education program has been designed to suit the needs of Australian primary health care nurses in meeting their continuing professional development requirements. All accreditation documentation can be completed via the online Delegate Hub.
EARN UP TO
15CPD POINTS
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
EDUCATION SESSIONS Who’s fault is it anyway? – legal accountability and open disclosure in general practice nursing
ADDICTION MEDICINE
Drugs of addiction – a session for practice nurses MS HOLLY ROBINSON
SATURDAY – SESSION 5
SATURDAY – SESSION 4
MS HOLLY ROBINSON
Drugs of addiction continue to be an ongoing epidemic in Australia. In this session we’ll discuss drugs of addiction, including party drugs, what changes have occurred within our community and the common addictions we see in general practice every day. As healthcare professionals, what can we do?
Do you need indemnity insurance at work or are you covered? Who by, and what does it cover? Legality in general practice can be shrouded by uncertainty, especially around documentation, care planning, My E-health records and day-to-day clinical practice. This session will cover how to perform legally and safely, how to plan for an adverse event and what to do if something goes wrong.
ALLERGY
CANCER
Choking up – can we predict and modify food anaphylaxis? PROF PETE SMITH
SATURDAY – SESSION 5
Radiation therapy for prostate cancer – getting to the bottom of what’s new FRIDAY – SESSION 5 / SUNDAY – SESSION 5
In this workshop you will understand the co-factors that can contribute to the severity of food allergy, identify features of anaphylaxis and review a best practice management plan. You will also learn when referral to a specialist is recommended for more in-depth assessment and management.
This interactive session, based around patient cases, will give you an updated overview about modern radiation therapy as an effective treatment option for prostate cancer. GPs have a crucial role to play, ensuring that men have the full information about their options to assist them with decision-making. Useful educational resources for GPs and patients will also be provided.
ART OF GENERAL PRACTICE
CARDIOVASCULAR
GPs and practice nurses – getting the best from each other FRIDAY – SESSION 5 / SATURDAY – SESSION 2
MS HOLLY ROBINSON
GPs and nurses will be at the forefront of the brave new world of team-based care. Aside from needing to better integrate their own efforts, they will be leaders of the practice team. Done correctly, this will enhance both patient outcomes and job satisfaction. Explore and discuss how GPs and practice nurses can get the most from their time, in this moderated, interactive session.
LGBTQI & you – ensuring sensitivity in your clinical practice SUNDAY – SESSION 2
MR ROBBIE BEDBROOK
LGBTQI people are more likely to experience barriers to appropriate healthcare due to stigma, discrimination and misinformation. This interactive session will provide a safe space to ask questions and learn about the LGBTQI community, including a gender & sexuality 101. It will also provide you with tips to ensure sensitivity in your clinical practice and up-to-date information on key clinical issues affecting this vulnerable patient population.
The role of the advanced practice nurse SUNDAY – SESSION 2
MS HOLLY ROBINSON
Stepping up in your own practice and advancing your skills and knowledge will help you in the journey to becoming an advanced practice nurse. Benefits include increased job satisfaction, driving change, becoming an independent thinker and a confident and autonomous practitioner. Learn more about the role of a senior practice nurse and how to get there, using best practice and the tools right under your nose!
Aortic stenosis – when to ask for a second opinion? SATURDAY – SESSION 4 / SUNDAY – SESSION 2
PROF DARREN WALTERS
This session will provide an update on less invasive treatment options and a multidisciplinary approach for people with aortic stenosis, including an introduction to advanced therapy Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) for people with symptomatic AS who are considered a high surgical risk.
Revisiting renal denervation for moderate, uncontrolled hypertension – what do we now know? FRIDAY – SESSION 4 / SATURDAY – SESSION 5
Discover why renal devernation (RDN) has recently been revived as a promising adjunctive option for patients with moderate, uncontrolled hypertension. Recent data has led to a change in consideration of this procedure and what this means for you as a GP. You’ll learn about who this procedure could help, how to refer and also how to assist your patient post-operatively.
Transition from paediatric to adult cardiology – the role of general practice FRIDAY – SESSION 5 / SUNDAY – SESSION 4
DR MICHAEL YEONG
Transitioning from a paediatric to adult cardiac unit is an important step to ensure long-term management of congenital heart disease. This session will highlight the key role of GPs in this process and what they can do to empower their teenage patients involved in this transition.
FIND OUT MORE AT GPCE.COM.AU/BRISBANE
EDUCATION SESSIONS CARE OF OLDER PEOPLE
Aged care facilities – easier than you think! DR TROYE WALLETT
FRIDAY – SESSION 1
Come and hear how to make working in aged care facilities the best part of your week! Whether you are a sole practitioner, a clinic GP or are in an aged care practice, you’ll learn how to navigate logistical issues and deliver best care to your patients.
Managing the behavioural symptoms of dementia FRIDAY – SESSION 2 / SATURDAY – SESSION 1
DR TROYE WALLETT
Dementia is becoming more common as the population ages and one of the most difficult presentations in dementia is related to agitation and aggression. Learn how to manage difficult behaviours in dementia to get the best outcomes for your patients and their families.
MS HOLLY ROBINSON
SUNDAY – SESSION 5
Type 2 diabetes can be considered almost a routine condition in general practice, but there is still so much more we can do. Gain upto-date knowledge about how we, as practice nurses, can treat and manage this chronic condition, but also, importantly, help our patients prevent it. DERMATOLOGY
Skin cancer surgery – the good, the bad and avoiding the ugly FRIDAY – SESSION 2 / SUNDAY – SESSION 1
DR SAMUEL YANG
This workshop provides a guide for GPs on how to safely excise skin cancers in an office setting. It includes which skin cancers to treat and how, including direct closures, flaps and grafts. You’ll also learn how to manage complications, avoid common pitfalls and understand when to refer. EYE HEALTH
Rationalising polypharmacy in the elderly DR TROYE WALLETT
SUNDAY – SESSION 4
Type 2 diabetes prevention and management for practice nurses
When should you deprescribe? Evidence shows that elderly people on fewer medications have better outcomes. This is not because they have fewer pathologies, but because the medications themselves can become a problem. This session will cover how to rationalise your elderly patients’ medications and improve their outcomes.
CHRONIC CONDITIONS
Chronic kidney disease update – handing you the new handbook recommendations FRIDAY – SESSION 2 / SUNDAY – SESSION 2
Key information and resources will be provided in this update session, based on the 2019 edition of the ‘CKD Management in Primary Care’ handbook, including evidence for new targets, algorithms, clinical action charts, CKD ‘hot spots’ data and expanded recommendations for whole-of-practice approach to CKD and chronic disease management. Participants will also learn about the services and support available from Kidney Health Australia.
Getting to grips with guidelines – a new approach to first injectables in type 2 diabetes SATURDAY – SESSION 4 / SUNDAY – SESSION 4
Recent international treatment guidelines now recommend first using GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) in preference to insulin for most people with type 2 diabetes requiring injectable therapy. This session will review the evidence for this important update and discuss appropriate patient selection and considerations, as well as locally available treatment options for the general practitioner.
The Golden Eye Rules – assessment and treatment of eye conditions, including glaucoma and macular degeneration FRIDAY – SESSION 2 / SATURDAY – SESSION 1
Despite glaucoma-related blindness being irreversible, only around half of patients adhere to their treatment recommendations correctly. This session will aim to raise awareness around eye conditions including glaucoma and macular degeneration disease, as well as the GP’s role in supporting patients through promoting early diagnosis and enhancing adherence.
GASTROENTEROLOGY
Eliminating hepatitis C in Australia – a workshop for GPs FRIDAY – SESSION 1 / SATURDAY – SESSION 4
DR MATTHEW YOUNG
General practitioner prescribing of direct acting antivirals (DAA) for the treatment of hepatitis C virus (HCV) has steadily increased since unrestricted access was provided in March 2016 by the PBS, to increase treatment rates for the ~170,000 patients living with HCV in Australia. This workshop will update you on the screening, diagnosis and treatment of a once-incurable disease, to achieve the World Health Organisation target to eliminate this major health burden by 2030.
The gut biome, poo transplants and probiotics – just a load of shite? SATURDAY – SESSION 5 / SUNDAY – SESSION 1
DR SAMANTHA COULSON
We now know that our gut does more than simply digest food. But what does our gut microbiome actually do and is there anything we can do to assist it? This session will outline current research and separate fact from fiction, including exploring the role of probiotics and faecal microbiota transplants.
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EDUCATION SESSIONS GENETICS
GPs in the genomic era – implications for general practice FRIDAY – SESSION 1 / SATURDAY – SESSION 1
MR MICHAEL GABBETT
Expanded access to commercial and clinical DNA testing means that GPs increasingly encounter genomics in general practice. This session will help GPs navigate genomic tests, covering their current uses and limitations, and ways to support patients. You will also learn the latest updates on applications including carrier and risk screening, online DNA testing and pharmacogenomics. MENTAL HEALTH
Beyond Now – helping patients at risk of suicide, using a prevention planning tool SATURDAY – SESSION 4 / SUNDAY – SESSION 4
A/PROF GRANT BLASHKI
This session assists GPs to integrate the Beyond Now suicide prevention app into a GP mental health consultation. Downloaded already by 60,000 people, the app provides a systematic way to work through a suicide prevention plan which remains on the patient’s phone for easy access in a crisis.
It’s all about me – a patient-centred approach to depression management DR JON-PAUL KHOO
FRIDAY – SESSION 4 / SUNDAY – SESSION 2
In this case-based workshop, patient-centric management and treatment of depression will be explored. Participants have an opportunity to update their skills to tailor depression treatment to patient symptoms, in order to enhance efficacy while minimising side effects, and increasing the likelihood of treatment success.
NewAccess Mental Services – a fast access, free mental health program for Queensland patients A/PROF GRANT BLASHKI
SATURDAY – SESSION 5 / SUNDAY – SESSION 5
For GPs, one of the most challenging referrals is to mental health providers. GPs can now refer to NewAccess for locally delivered low intensity mental health care in most of Queensland, within one week. This session will overview Beyond Blue’s NewAccess program and discuss how GPs can access this for patients with common issues such as life stress, work or sleep problems.
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Facing an acute mental health presentation as a practice nurse MS HOLLY ROBINSON
SUNDAY – SESSION 1
Without a mental health nursing background, it can be intimidating and confronting when faced with an acute mental health presentation in the general practice setting. Understanding how to triage, assess, engage, converse with and support a patient suffering an acute crisis is vital when you, as the practice nurse, are the first point of call.
Getting a good night’s sleep – partnership between patients, GPs and the mental health rehabilitation team FRIDAY – SESSION 4 / SUNDAY – SESSION 4
DR LINDA BARRON & MS TRISH JORDAN
Research about the role of sleep and mental health has shown the cost of sleep problems, and invited a more sophisticated approach to understanding comorbidity, health decision-making and the specific task of mental health rehabilitation. In this session the partnership between the patient, GP and mental health rehabilitation clinicians is explored to achieve positive outcomes with our patients experiencing sleep problems.
Lumbar spinal conditions – helping GPs to lift the load FRIDAY – SESSION 5 / SUNDAY – SESSION 1
A/PROF RICHARD WILLIAMS
Lower back pain is the most common musculoskeletal complaint seen in Australian general practice and for most patients a surgical procedure will be a last resort option. This session will explore the most common aetiology of lumbar pain as well as recommended nonoperative treatment options. You will learn how to avoid possible causes of treatment failure and lastly, only in appropriate patients, the place of spinal surgery.
Onero – stepping beyond ordinary exercise programs for osteoporosis FRIDAY – SESSION 4 / SUNDAY – SESSION 2
DR BELINDA BECK
Exercise has traditionally been considered an ancillary therapy for osteoporosis because traditional exercise programs typically deliver modest benefit compared with medications. This workshop will outline a novel evidence-based exercise program resulting in strong benefits for osteoporosis, delivered safely by exercise specialists. The
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EDUCATION SESSIONS NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS
PERSONAL HEALTH
Taking the pain out of headache management
Beating burnout – a session on self-care for practice nurses MR ROBBIE BEDBROOK
FRIDAY – SESSION 1 / SUNDAY – SESSION 5
SATURDAY – SESSION 2
Headaches are under-recognised and under-treated in the community. This session will focus on common types of headaches, red flags not to be missed, and strategies to improve headache management for our patients.
How do you care for yourself when your role as a nurse, is to care for other people? Healthcare workers have experienced high rates of workplace stress and burnout for decades, leading to a major crisis in recruitment and retention. This interactive session will explore the concept of burnout and the development of practical skills in self-care.
Treating Parkinson’s disease – a stimulating discussion FRIDAY – SESSION 1 / SATURDAY – SESSION 2
110,000 Australians are currently living with Parkinson’s disease, making it the most common major movement disorder, and the secondmost prevalent neurodegenerative condition after dementia. Given that 1 in 340 people in Australia have Parkinson’s, it’s important to stay up to date in the management of these patients. This session will discuss treatment options to improve functional outcomes, specifically looking at the latest technology in deep brain stimulation.
PAEDIATRICS
Childhood obesity – exploring the impact of parental obesity and early childhood disadvantage DR DEANNE SKELLY
FRIDAY – SESSION 2 / SUNDAY – SESSION 5
The pervasive impact of obesity across generations is one of our most serious public health concerns. Obesity in either parent independently increases the risk for childhood obesity. It is now clear that both maternal and paternal factors play key roles via non-genetic mechanisms. Our lab works on the impact of maternal obesity or early life disadvantage on offspring metabolic risk, exploring avenues of intervention. PAIN MANAGEMENT
RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
Exasperating exacerbations – managing the moderate to severe COPD patient FRIDAY – SESSION 4 / SUNDAY – SESSION 1
The prevention of exacerbations is a key focus in managing COPD patients. 1 in 2 COPD patients hospitalised due to an exacerbation may die within 4 years, and COPD is the second-leading cause of avoidable hospital admissions in Australia (2013-14). It is the fifth leading cause of death (2015). This workshop will review the latest management options and new advances in pharmacological strategies in order to prevent exacerbations in moderate to severe COPD patients.
New Australian asthma guidelines 2019 – empowering you and your patients with asthma SATURDAY – SESSION 4 / SUNDAY – SESSION 4
Guidelines Committee Chair and GP Professor Barnard stated: “The Australian Asthma Handbook was developed by primary care for primary care. It contains exactly what primary carers need – practical and useful information in plain English, underpinned by the latest evidence.” Update yourself on this first major review of the online guidelines since 2014, including managing asthma in children, severe asthma, primary prevention and management challenges.
Managing chronic pain – alternatives to opioids SATURDAY – SESSION 1 / SUNDAY – SESSION 1
1 in 5 Australians lives with chronic pain and almost 1 in 5 GP consultations involve a patient with chronic pain. In the over 65’s, this prevalence rises to 1 in 3 consultations. This session will discuss nonopioid treatment options available for managing patients with chronic pain and the treatment continuum, including understanding the place and clinical effectiveness of spinal cord stimulation.
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EDUCATION SESSIONS RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
TRAVEL MEDICINE
Stepping up your game in asthma – optimally managing asthma of varying severity FRIDAY – SESSION 5 / SUNDAY – SESSION 2
Asthma is a serious global health issue and guidelines recommend a stepwise approach to management, with goals to achieve symptom control and minimise future risk. An accurate diagnosis and addressing comorbidities and triggers are important to effective asthma management, as well as early ICS preventer therapy for symptomatic patients. This presentation will provide an overview of the diagnostic approach, asthma phenotypes and pharmacological management of asthma from mild through to moderate-severe asthma, plus when and how to refer for consideration of biologic therapy.
Running successful, profitable travel vaccine clinics SUNDAY – SESSION 4
MS HOLLY ROBINSON
Could your practice have the capacity to run travel vaccine clinics? How do you transition towards a structured, nurse-led approach? Importantly, how do you increase practice profitability as a result? In this session nurses and GPs will learn how to set up and run successful travel vaccination clinics and gain essential 2019 updates on common travel vaccinations. WOUND MANAGEMENT
Worrisome wounds – skin tears made easy FRIDAY – SESSION 4 / SATURDAY – SESSION 5
SEXUAL HEALTH
Sexual health update for practice nurses SATURDAY – SESSION 1
Skin tears are among the most common wounds found in older people. They can arise in elderly patients with fragile skin and those who are reliant upon support. Update yourself on current evidence and practice, including who is at risk, classification, prevention and best practice management of these acute, often painful wounds.
MR ROBBIE BEDBROOK & MS HOLLY ROBINSON
As our society changes, the field of sexual health is also evolving. This session will help you gain knowledge about how to talk about sexual health confidently, including understanding community language and jargon. You will also gain an understanding about what to ask people about their sexual health, and when. Key information from Australian guidelines will be covered, including current testing, treatment and management recommendations.
MASTERCLASS SESSIONS CHRONIC CONDITIONS
EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Sleeping on the job – effective assessment of insomnia in general practice
CPR in general practice
FRIDAY – SESSION 2 / SATURDAY – SESSION 2
FRIDAY – SESSIONS 1, 2, 4, 5 / SATURDAY – SESSIONS 1, 2, 4, 5 / SUNDAY – SESSIONS 1, 2, 4, 5
Your patient is not sleeping – what do you do next? Participants will understand how to assess insomnia and OSA in general practice, including triage guidelines – the what, when, where and how – to refer for a home sleep study. You will also have a rare opportunity to review and test the latest home sleep study equipment in this hands-on masterclass session.
This paramedic-led masterclass provides detailed, hands-on instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, in accordance with the Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines.
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MEET THE EXHIBITORS As well as meeting over 50 healthcare suppliers showcasing the latest products, treatments and innovations, take advantage of the other fantastic free features on the expo floor.
ACTELION PHARMACEUTICALS • ALTHEA • ASPEN PHARMACARE AUSTRALIA • AUSTRALASIAN MEDICAL & SCIENTIFIC LIMITED • AUSTRALIAN DIGITAL HEALTH AGENCY • BENDIGO & ADELAIDE BANK • BOSTON SCIENTIFIC • CONTACT LENS CENTRE • CORNERSTONE HEALTH • CYNERGEX GROUP • DENTEC • DR MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION • EBOS HEALTHCARE GROUP • ECZEMA ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALASIA • ELI LILLY AUSTRALIA • FULLERTON HEALTH AUSTRALIA • GILEAD SCIENCES • LITTLE GREEN PHARMA • HEALTH PROFESSIONALS GROUP • HEALTH WORKFORCE QUEENSLAND • HEPATITIS AUSTRALIA • LUNDBECK AUSTRALIA
MACQUARIE MEDICAL SYSTEMS • MARIE STOPES INTERNATIONAL • MEDICAL AND SURGICAL REQUISITES • MEDICAL DIRECTOR • MEDISUCCESS • MEDRECRUIT • MEREDON • NATIONAL CANNABINOID CLINICS • NATIONAL MEDICAL SERVICES GROUP • NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS AUSTRALIA • PENINSULA HEALTH • PERFECT PRACTICE • QML PATHOLOGY • SMARTCLINICS • SUPAGAS • TEAM MEDICAL SUPPLIES • TELEFLEX MEDICAL AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND • THE INFINITY GROUP • TILRAY AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
Our exhibition opening times are: • Friday 13 September – 8am to 5pm • Saturday 14 September – 8am to 5pm • Sunday 15 September – 8am to 5pm
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GETTING THERE
GPCE Brisbane is located at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
PARKING:
The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre provides undercover parking for up to 1500 vehicles at a maximum daily rate of $30 (Prices subject to change).
BY TRAIN:
South Brisbane Railway Station is adjacent to the Convention Centre on Grey Street.
BY CITYCAT:
A popular and speedy way to travel the river. CityCats operate every day and stop at the South Bank River Terminal on the Clem Jones Promenade. The inner-city
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ferry travels between the CBD, North Quay and Kangaroo Point, stopping at South Bank Terminal 1 and 2 on the Clem Jones Promenade.
BY TAXI:
Taxi ranks are located outside the main entrance to the Convention Centre on Merivale St, at Mantra South Bank on Grey St. There is a taxi drop off located at the Convention Centre, Grey St entrance.
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South Bank is serviced by two bus stations: The Cultural Centre Station on Melbourne Street and the South Bank Busway Station, corner of Colchester and Tribune Streets, South Bank. PARKING IS FREE FOR PLATINUM CLUB MEMBERS
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