Category: General News
Ensuring Accountability in Australia’s General Practice Training system
A conversation with Professor Paul Worley and GPEx’s India-Rose Avery about the Department of Health and Aged Care’s General Practitioner Workforce Planning and Prioritisation (GP WPP) Program. Emeritus Professor Paul Worley has had an illustrious career in healthcare. He is Executive Director of Clinical Innovation at the Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Medical Director […]
Engineered Stone Use to Be Banned from 1 July 2024: A New Era in Worker Safety!
By Dr Siavash Es’haghiCEO & Managing Director, Lungscreen AustraliaMB ChB FRANZCR, NIOSH Accredited B-reader From 1 July 2024, the use of new engineered stone products will be banned in Australia. This landmark decision comes after mounting evidence linking the material to a significant rise in cases of silicosis, a debilitating and often fatal lung disease. […]
Update on Clinical Trials Initiative
After careful consideration and strategic discussions, we have decided to pause our investment and activities in the clinical trials sector. This decision aligns with our current focus on strengthening and refining our core services, including shared care programs, continuing professional education for GPs and healthcare professionals, and workforce planning. We value the interest and support […]
Dermatological Infections: Common Pitfalls to Dodge
By: Dr Ian H Coulson, DermNet Editor-in-Chief and Consultant DermatologistLancashire, United Kingdom. Whenever my defence organisation periodical drops into my inbox, it is a priority to open it. It is always instructive to read of cases where things have gone wrong. So frequently, there is a ”there but for the grace of God” moment. On this […]
The Biopsychosocial Approach: Helping Patients Return To Work
In the realm of patient care, the journey to recovery is often intricate and multifaceted. For many patients, a key milestone is returning to work—a process that requires more than just physical healing. It demands a comprehensive approach that addresses mental health, social support, and the environment they are returning to. As a GP, employing […]
Empowering Patients: The Art of Deprescribing in Palliative Care
In the realm of palliative care, where the focus is on improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses, deprescribing has emerged as a crucial component. Deprescribing refers to the systematic process of reducing or stopping medications that may be unnecessary or potentially harmful, particularly as patients near the end of life. As general […]
GP Obstetric Shared Care Newsletter – May 2024
Your GP Obstetric Shared Care Team are big believers in the power of staying in the loop! Your ongoing dedication and active participation in the program play a pivotal role in making it a success! We’re excited to present the newest CPD Activities within our Obstetric Shared Care Program, ensuring you stay informed and engaged […]
Launch of the GP ADHD Shared Care Program
GPEx has recently introduced the GP ADHD Shared Care Program to aid adolescents with ADHD during their transition from paediatric services to adult healthcare. This initiative extends the framework previously established by the Women’s & Children’s Hospital to encompass the services provided by the Northern and Southern Adelaide Health Networks. Designed with the successful GP […]
VCS Pathology Audit Launched with ACPCC
GPEx, in collaboration with VCS Pathology, a division of the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer (ACPCC), has developed an innovative and fully online Cervical Screening Audit for general practitioners. The audit affords GPs access to a comparative analysis of their screening results, with the aim of driving meaningful progress in their practices. […]
Is life leaving you feeling disorganised and overwhelmed?
Life can get pretty hectic, particularly when you’re a healthcare professional. It’s easy to try to fit more and more into your busy schedule to the point of bursting; especially when you work and have children, elderly parents, family or community all needing your input or attention. Life can become ultra busy to the point […]
