Shared Maternity Care Workshop 2: Fetal growth restriction, Perinatal mental health and Family violence screening

Over two evening webinars, the annual Shared Maternity Care Collaborative workshops cover important antenatal topics. Join leading obstetrician and gynaecology experts from Northern Hospital, Mercy Health, the Royal Women’s Hospital, and Western Health.

This presentation will cover the identification, classification, and management of foetal growth restriction (FGR), a key contributor to perinatal morbidity. Bethany Sampson will discuss evidence-based surveillance strategies and when to escalate care for optimal maternal and foetal outcomes.

Tanya Ellis will provide an overview of perinatal mental health care, with a focus on early identification of psychosocial risks. The session will include practical guidance on implementing MARAM (Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management) screening for family violence in antenatal settings.

Speakers

Dr Tanya Ellis is a qualified clinical Social Worker and has also completed a Diploma in Management & Leadership and Workplace Training & Assessment. Tanya has extensive clinical experience working across the health, government and community sectors. She also has experience as a Training Officer, Team Leader and Program Manager. The majority of her experience is working with vulnerable individuals and their families, who are experiencing complex medical and social issues. Tanya has a particular interest in family violence practice and is passionate about working with both children and adults who have experienced complex trauma.  

Dr Bethany Sampson will present on Foetal Growth Restriction

Learning outcomes:

• Describe risk factors and clinical implications of fetal growth restriction and integrate current guidelines into antenatal management.
• Explain principles of perinatal mental health care, including MARAM screening for family violence, to support holistic and safe care for pregnant patients.

Be sure to register for both webinars sessions.

Registration page - Shared Care Maternity session 1 (Sept 16)