Resource Type: Video

Early identification and management of developmental delay in children (3 December 2024)

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This session will equip GPs with the necessary skills to identify and manage developmental delays in children effectively. Session resources Presentation slides Starting Blocks – National resource base on early childhood education and care: https://www.startingblocks.gov.au  Raising Children Network  – A wide range of resources for parents and caregivers: https://raisingchildren.net.au/guides/a-z-health-reference/developmental-delay  Disability Gateway – Federal government website with comprehensive … Continued

Practical palliative care for general practices: working together for better outcomes (19 November 2024)

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This webinar will help build palliative care capability in general practice, enabling participants to better support and manage palliative care patients in the community. They will also learn about local community palliative care providers and the services they offer. Session resources Presentation slides Earn CPD hours for HealthPathways use Banksia Palliative Care Service website: https://banksiapalliative.com.au/how-to-refer-a-client/​ … Continued

Emerging business trends in primary care: Payroll tax in Victoria and practice viability (13 November 2024)

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This is the second in our series of the education sessions focusing on emerging business trends in primary care. Join Avant Law and Avant Practice Solutions as we explore the latest solutions to increase revenue and efficiencies for your practices. We will also explore the most recent payroll tax updates. Session resources Presentation slides Earn … Continued

How does NWMPHN work with its community to make health care better?

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To keep our region healthy, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) speaks with locals about how we can improve health outcomes. These community members form our ‘People Bank’, and everyone in our catchment is welcome to join. To find out more, head to this page. *This animation is part of a three-part series explaining … Continued

What is NWMPHN?

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North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) works on behalf of around two million people in our region. Our goal is to improve the physical health and mental wellbeing of everyone in our community. For more information, visit this page. *This animation is part of a three-part series explaining our role within the health care … Continued

What is primary health care?

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From when someone is born, right through to old age, primary care is where they go most often for their health. When the primary health care system is working well, people receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time. For more information, visit this page. *This animation is part of a … Continued

PHN explainer videos

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North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) has published three new animations that serve as easy-to-understand explainers of our role within the health care sector and community. The videos, produced alongside Punchy Digital Media, are titled: What is primary health care? What is NWMPHN? How does NWMPHN work with its community to make health care … Continued

Perinatal mental health and psychotropic medicines in pregnancy (1 October 2024)

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Up to one in five women experience perinatal anxiety or depression, and it is important health practitioners have the knowledge and confidence to support families. This in-depth webinar – facilitated by The Royal Women’s Hospital – features leading experts in the field and covers common mental health presentations, evidence-based screening tools and how to have … Continued

Child mental health community of practice session 6: Gender diversity (17 September 2024)

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The child mental health community of practice (CoP) is part of the Victorian Public Healthcare Award-winning ‘Connecting mental health paediatric specialists and community services (COMPASS)’ project. It is a multidisciplinary CoP for GPs, practice nurses, psychologists, paediatricians, mental health clinicians, social workers and counsellors. Session resources Australian Standards of Care and treatment guidelines: For trans … Continued

Advanced accreditation for general practices (17 September 2024)

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This session is designed for experienced practices who have already undergone successful accreditation and are seeking to improve their accreditation performance. It is assumed that attendees have a solid foundation and understanding of the RACGP Standards for general practices (5th edition). Session resources Presentation slides https://www.medicalbusiness.services/accreditation-beyond-request NWMPHN Practice Accreditation Resources and support: https://nwmphn.org.au/for-primary-care/practice-accreditation/