Sexual Health in Primary Care: Part One

Date
11 Aug 2026
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Cost
Free

Available to
Practice Nurses
General Practitioners
Nurse

Continuing Professional Development

Endorsement is currently pending.

Online

Hosted by ASHM Health, join for part one of this two-part online workshop providing primary care providers with the information and tools required to improve STI screening and care for priority populations. The workshop also addresses strategies available for the prevention of HIV transmission and highlights the importance of contact tracing and partner notification. 

Presenters:

Dr Melanie Bissessor | Sexual Health Physician | Melbourne Sexual Health Centre 

Mr Mark Thompson | Nurse Practitioner & Clinical Nurse Specialist | Thorn Harbour Health & Melbourne Sexual Health Centre 

Learning outcomes:

  • Demonstrate confidence in discussing sexual health with patients ​ 
  • Explain the importance of screening and testing for STIs and BBVs ​ 
  • Describe contact tracing and its key role in managing STIs