Joyce, 54, is planning to go on a trip to Asia with her husband. She’s very excited because she has not been outside Australia before. She decides to visit her GP to discuss her plans. The GP is aware of her medical history, which includes hypertension and mild dyslipidaemia, both well controlled. Guided by the … Continued
Luigi, 82, presents to his GP for a check-up after a hospital admission caused by a fall which resulted in a fractured neck of femur. This was Luigi’s third fall in as many years. He had an open reduction and internal fixation of the fracture, and is recovering well. He was started on several new … Continued
Vicky, 65, presents to her GP with what she describes as a ‘slowly growing brown spot’ on her left mid back. She is concerned it is suspicious and wants it tested. The GP is not very confident with skin cancer assessments, so she accesses the HealthPathways Melbourne pathway for guidance. She starts with a history … Continued
A case-based masterclass, facilitated by NWMPHN and Western Health, covering the latest updates in diabetic foot disease care for primary care physicians. Session resources NWMPHN presentation slides HealthPathways Melbourne slides Western Health slides Diabetes and feet toolkit – National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) Diabetes foot risk stratification and triage – NDSS Active foot disease pathway … Continued
In this session, you’ll learn the principles of cold chain monitoring (“Strive for 5”), how to detect and manage breaches, best practice guidelines, and the responsibilities of the vaccine coordinator as per RACGP standards and Victorian Government guidelines. Session resources Presentation slides HealthPathways – Vaccine Storage & Cold Chain Breaches (requires log in) melbourne.communityhealthpathways.org/47017.htm “Strive … Continued
This community of practice (CoP) session explores the intersection between vaping and respiratory health in adolescents, with a focus on asthma management. This session also includes the pharmacology of vaping, use of vapes in community, motivational counselling for vaping cessation and other practicalities. Session resources Presentation slides Community Asthma Program (CAP): The Community Asthma Program … Continued
Join experts from leading hospitals for insights on foetal growth restriction management, and family violence responses. Topics include foetal growth restriction identification, surveillance, escalation strategies, legal reforms, MARAM framework, mandatory screening and referral pathways. Session resources Presentation slides The Fetal Medicine Foundation View Workshop 1 here
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. Session resources Presentation slides Partnering with women who decline recommended maternity care – Mercy Health View workshop 2 here
Delivered in partnership with the Heart Foundation, this CVD prevention virtual roadshow is tailored for primary health care professionals in the NWMPHN region. In this session, experienced and local clinical facilitators discuss the latest recommendations and explore practical strategies in the delivery of optimal preventative care.
General practices are encouraged to print or download the following MyMedicare posters and social media tiles. Developed by the National MyMedicare PHN Implementation Program, the communications bundle is designed to help patients be more informed about the initiative. MyMedicare implementation posters: Introducing MyMedicare (.pdf) MyGov app (.pdf) Chronic conditions (.pdf) Print-ready files (.pdf) MyMedicare social … Continued
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NWMPHN's delivery of the Australian Government's Medicare Mental Health phone service has been successfully verified under the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards.
We acknowledge the people of the Kulin nations as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our work in the community takes place. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
We also recognise, respect and affirm the central role played in our work by people with lived experience, their families and/or carers.
While the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has contributed to the funding of this website, the information on this website does not necessarily reflect the views of the Australian Government and is not advice that is provided, or information that is endorsed, by the Australian Government. The Australian Government is not responsible in negligence or otherwise for any injury, loss or damage however arising from the use of or reliance on the information provided on this website.
