Wollongong Trauma Evening
Event Information
Description
The NSW Institute of Trauma and Injury Management, in collaboration with the trauma service of Wollongong Hospital, proudly presents the Wollongong Hospital Trauma Evening.
The Trauma Evening consists of presentations and discussions delivered by experienced trauma clinicians who endeavour to answer common trauma dilemmas, respond to the local challenges, and share their collective experiences.
Registration is FREE but booking a place is essential!
Date: Tuesday 2nd May 2017
Time: 5.00pm - 8.10pm
Venue: Auditorium, Wollongong Hospital
Program:
Theme: Trauma in the elderly – Don’t drop the ball on the older folk.
1700hrs: Registration
1730hrs: Welcome
1740hrs: Geriatric chest injuries, Mr Jorge Sésperez, District Trauma Coordinator/CNC
1800hrs: A Rural perspective of trauma in the elderly, Dr Wei Yen Tan, GP & Emergency Staff Specialist, Ulladulla
1820hrs: Domestic violence and the elderly, Ms Linda Morrissey, Head of Social Work Unit, Wollongong Hospital
1840hrs: Refreshments
1900hrs: Geriatrics case study, Dr Thomas Mahalinaya, Geriatrics Advanced Trainee, Wollongong Hospital
1920hrs: Neurosurgical case study, Dr Ravi Cherukuri, Neurosurgery Staff Specialist, Wollongong Hospital
1940hrs: Have you been paying attention? – Hypothetical & Quick-fire Trauma Quiz, Dr Trevor Gardner, Director of Trauma, Wollongong Hopsital
2000hrs: Questions and Remarks
2010hrs: Close
CPD points:
Attendance at this seminar offers CPD points (education hours). This seminar is aimed at medical, paramedical, nursing and allied health personnel.
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