Join us for an interactive education session, utilising group discussion and case studies to provide a greater understanding of palliative care.

Topics:

• Recognising patients who need palliative care

• Communicating about end of life issues

• Voluntary assisted dying in Victoria

• Assessing and managing common symptoms

• Advance care planning

Target Audience:

This workshop is for General Practitioners based in Victoria (AUS) who care for people with a life-limiting illness. Practice Nurses are also welcome to attend.

Facilitator:

Dr Rowan Hearn - Clinical Director Palliative Medicine, Calvary Health Care Bethlehem

Date: Thursday 15th April 2021

Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm

A WebEx link and guidelines to access will be provided prior to the workshop, after registrations via Eventbrite close (approx. 4 days prior to the workshop date).

Inquiries:

Email PEPA Administration: pepa@svha.org.au

Margarita Makoutonina, Calvary Health Care Bethlehem

M: 0425 774 195 E: Margarita.Makoutonina@calvarycare.org.au

Workshop Pre-requisite:

To maximise learning PEPA offers 6 online GP learning modules. The modules have been developed by the Palliative Care Education and Training Collaborative and can be accessed by this link: https://pepaeducation.com/register-interest-in-placements/

PEPA is an accredited educator with RACGP. Workshops are eligible for Category 2 CPD points

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Observational placements are available for doctors, nurses, allied health and Aboriginal health professionals who are employed in health fields (e.g. hospitals, community, residential aged care facilities, general practice). 

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