Category: General News
GPEx delivers mental health education to SOLD OUT audience
Last month GPEx delivered mental health education in Brisbane in partnership with Psych Scene to a sold-out audience of 60 GPs. The full-day GP Mental Health Skills Training (GP MHST) Masterclass was delivered by leading psychiatry trainer and Psych Scene founder Dr Sanil Rege, with guest psychiatrist Dr Jon-Paul Koo, Director of the Toowong Specialist […]
GP Obstetric Shared Care Newsletter – March 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 […]
10 women who’ve transformed healthcare in Australia
As the world marks International Women’s Day, it’s an opportune time to reflect on the legacies of women who’ve significantly impacted the field of healthcare. Here, we delve into the lives and accomplishments of pioneering Australian women whose contributions have revolutionised healthcare, transcending borders and generations. 1. Dr Emma Constance Stone – First woman registered […]
New Reproductive Carrier Screening Rebates: Three Key Steps for GPs
Are you confident you have the knowledge to support your preconception or pregnant patients with genetic carrier screening? Here are three key steps GPs need to follow.
Contribute your local insight to influence GP Registrar placements
The Workforce Planning and Prioritisation (WPP) team at GPEx are calling South Australian GPs, GP supervisors, GP Registrars and Practice Managers to complete this anonymous survey to help inform our program reporting to the Department and GP Colleges.
GPEx appoints new CEO
The Board and Executive are delighted to announce the appointment of Sally Jones as the new Chief Executive Officer of GPEx.
Five compelling reasons to consider a career in practice nursing
Are you contemplating a career shift or a fresh professional start that has true impact? Practice nursing could be the answer, offering both meaningful work and personal growth. The dedication of over 96,000 primary health care nurses in Australia is about to be celebrated on Primary Health Care Nurses Day, Wednesday 7th February and there’s […]
Not everyone’s work-life balance looks the same and that’s ok!
When you hear the words ‘work-life balance’ you probably imagine finishing work at lunchtime, spending quality time with friends and family, squeezing in a productive gym session all before dinner with the family at 7pm. Whilst this may be possible for some, it isn’t always achievable. The meaning of work-life balance is different for everyone. […]
The CBT-i Approach for Insomnia Management
Clinical outcomes support the benefits of CBT-i, including shortened time to fall asleep, fewer disruptions during the night, improved sleep quality, and a resultant boost in daytime functionality. So what is CBT-i and how can it be used in primary care for insomnia management? As general practitioners and primary healthcare teams are well aware, insomnia […]
