Emergency Trauma Management (ETM) Course is organized by Emergency Trauma Management (ETM) and will be held from Oct 23 - 25, 2020 at Clinical Skills Development Service, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. This course has been approved for a maximum of 22.5 CME points. Who is the course for? ETM Course is targeted at Australian and New Zealand Senior Emergency Registrars and Consultants, however a wide range of specialities have attended and are welcome at the course, including: • Rural GP’s • Anaesthetic trainees • ICU trainees • Surgical trainees • Trauma Registrars (adult and paediatric) Description: ETM is a 3-day face-to-face course that teaches trauma reception and resuscitation from the Australasian Emergency Medicine perspective, with a focus on practical trauma resuscitation, trauma team-leading and trauma team-member skills. Our course has a strong focus on communication in particular resuscitation room management, the shared mental model and closed loop communication. We are relevant to nursing and medical staff who work in trauma centres, metropolitan, regional and remote environments. Course Features: Short, focused lectures, simulation scenarios and small group interactive sessions including: • RRM: Resus Room Management - modern ED team leading/team member skills • Airway: Standard/difficult/failed intubation, cricothyroidotomy • Chest: Decompression – needle/finger/tube thoracostomy • Vascular access: Rapid Infuser Catheter (RIC) line and intraosseous needle (EZ-IO) insertion • Orthopaedic: Spinal immobilisation, pelvic binder, CT-6 femoral traction splint application • Other procedures: CAT/SOF tourniquet application, lateral canthotomy • Management: Management of traumatic cardiac arrest • Radiology: Trauma x-ray, CT and FAST scan interpretation • Transport: Transport and retrieval of the trauma patient Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

5th World Trauma Congress is organized by Australasian Trauma Society (ATS) and will be held during Oct 26 - 29, 2020 at Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2020 Australian Rural & Remote Mental Health Symposium is organized by Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMH) and will be held from Oct 26 - 28, 2020 at National Convention Centre Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Course Description: Australians in rural and remote areas are able to access mental health services at a fifth of the rate of those in urban areas. This increases suffering for those seeking mental health help, support and treatment. Discover ways to advocate and provide equal mental health care for all Australians. Gain practical solutions to improve mental health services in Australia’s rural and remote areas at the 2020 Australian Rural & Remote Mental Health Symposium. Symposium Topics: • Digital Mental Health • Meaningful Consumer & Carer Participation • Self-Care (Looking After the Rural Mental Health Workforce) • Communities Driving Solutions & Engagement • Workforce in Rural & Remote Areas • Child Wellbeing in Rural Communities • Rural and Remote Mental Health Resilience • First Nations Social & Emotional Wellbeing  Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Wounds 2020 Conference is organized by MCI Australia and will be held from Nov 04 - 07, 2020 at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. We invite you to attend Wounds 2020! Wounds Australia is the peak body for wound care and management in Australia through advocacy, education and research. The theme for the 2020 conference is Connect, Collaborate, Innovate. The vision of the conference is to open our minds to new concepts in the challenge to prevent and manage wounds. This conference will highlight current data and innovative solutions for the complex wound aetiologies, treatments and systems of care that many of us face every day. Connect with colleagues, industry and experts in clinical practice, theory and research. Collaborate with your new and old connections to solve problems and share innovations. Innovate – gain inspiration to develop and implement innovations in wound management. Wounds Australia encourages you to think differently, using global learnings on change and innovation to make a difference for your patients, community and practice. Reasons To Attend: • There are many reason why you should attend Wounds 2020 • Pre-congress workshops • Top keynote speakers • Cutting edge technology in healing and wound care • Present your latest research as an oral or poster presentation • Connect with industry experts at the congress exhibition and industry symposia • Various opportunities to network and exchange ideas • Discover everything Brisbane, Australia has to offer! Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Emergency Trauma Management (ETM) Course is organized by Emergency Trauma Management (ETM) and will be held from Nov 06 - 08, 2020 at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central, Perth, Western Australia, Australia. This course has been approved for a maximum of 22.5 CME points. Who is the course for? ETM Course is targeted at Australian and New Zealand Senior Emergency Registrars and Consultants, however, a wide range of specialities have attended and are welcome at the course, including: • Rural GP’s • Anaesthetic trainees • ICU trainees • Surgical trainees • Trauma Registrars (adult and paediatric) Description: ETM is a 3-day face-to-face course that teaches trauma reception and resuscitation from the Australasian Emergency Medicine perspective, with a focus on practical trauma resuscitation, trauma team-leading and trauma team-member skills. Our course has a strong focus on communication in particular resuscitation room management, the shared mental model and closed-loop communication. We are relevant to nursing and medical staff who work in trauma centres, metropolitan, regional and remote environments. Course Features: Short, focused lectures, simulation scenarios and small group interactive sessions including: • RRM: Resus Room Management - modern ED team leading/team member skills • Airway: Standard/difficult/failed intubation, cricothyroidotomy • Chest: Decompression – needle/finger/tube thoracostomy • Vascular access: Rapid Infuser Catheter (RIC) line and intraosseous needle (EZ-IO) insertion • Orthopaedic: Spinal immobilisation, pelvic binder, CT-6 femoral traction splint application • Other procedures: CAT/SOF tourniquet application, lateral canthotomy • Management: Management of traumatic cardiac arrest • Radiology: Trauma x-ray, CT and FAST scan interpretation • Transport: Transport and retrieval of the trauma patient Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

2020 STOP Domestic Violence Conference is organized by Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMH) and will be held from Dec 02 - 04, 2020 at RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast, Gold coast, Queensland, Australia. Course Description: With greater knowledge, tools and connections, you can change the lives of thousands at risk of mental and physical abuse. • Acquire new skills, examine the latest research and connect with others dedicated to ending domestic and family violence. • Discover new methods of communication and collaboration between different service and support agencies • Gain tools, resources and practical strategies for prevention, intervention, treatment and rehabilitation • Learn about the latest technology advancements and processes • Develop a greater understanding on government law and court protocols • Hear the latest research and theory developments on domestic and family violence, including mental health  Note:  Basic Registration (2 Day) Fee - $ 899 E-Registration Fee - $ 199 Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Emergency Trauma Management (ETM) Course is organized by Emergency Trauma Management (ETM) and will be held from Dec 04 - 06, 2020 at Clinical Education and Research Centre, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. This course has been approved for a maximum of 22.5 CME points. Who is the course for? ETM Course is targeted at Australian and New Zealand Senior Emergency Registrars and Consultants, however, a wide range of specialities have attended and are welcome at the course, including: • Rural GP’s • Anaesthetic trainees • ICU trainees • Surgical trainees • Trauma Registrars (adult and paediatric) Description: ETM is a 3-day face-to-face course that teaches trauma reception and resuscitation from the Australasian Emergency Medicine perspective, with a focus on practical trauma resuscitation, trauma team-leading and trauma team-member skills. Our course has a strong focus on communication in particular resuscitation room management, the shared mental model and closed-loop communication. We are relevant to nursing and medical staff who work in trauma centres, metropolitan, regional and remote environments. Course Features: Short, focused lectures, simulation scenarios and small group interactive sessions including: • RRM: Resus Room Management - modern ED team leading/team member skills • Airway: Standard/difficult/failed intubation, cricothyroidotomy • Chest: Decompression – needle/finger/tube thoracostomy • Vascular access: Rapid Infuser Catheter (RIC) line and intraosseous needle (EZ-IO) insertion • Orthopaedic: Spinal immobilisation, pelvic binder, CT-6 femoral traction splint application • Other procedures: CAT/SOF tourniquet application, lateral canthotomy • Management: Management of traumatic cardiac arrest • Radiology: Trauma x-ray, CT and FAST scan interpretation • Transport: Transport and retrieval of the trauma patient

2020 Australian & New Zealand Addiction Conference is organized by Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMH) and will be held from Dec 07 - 09, 2020 at Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa, Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia. Who Should Attend? • Clinicians • Counsellors • Psychiatrists • Psychologists • Nurses • Social Workers • Therapists • Case Managers • Mental Health Professionals Accreditation: This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 20 Hours of CPD Credits Course Description: Prevention, treatment and recovery is not one size fits all, and when it comes to physical, mental and behavioural addictions, breaking the stigma is essential. At the Australian & New Zealand Addiction Conference, you have access to the latest research, projects and strategies to help meet the diverse and complex needs of your clients. Now in its sixth year, the event has gained significant recognition in the industry as a result of its all-encompassing conference program, highlighting a range of mental, physical and behavioural addictions. Unite with fellow addiction, behavioural, and mental health professionals, further your knowledge and empower your clients on their recovery journey.  Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.  

Emergency Trauma Management (ETM) Course is organized by Emergency Trauma Management (ETM) and will be held from Dec 11 - 13, 2020 at Royal Melbourne Hospital Function Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. This course has been approved for a maximum of 22.5 CME points. Who is the course for? ETM Course is targeted at Australian and New Zealand Senior Emergency Registrars and Consultants, however a wide range of specialities have attended and are welcome at the course, including: • Rural GP’s • Anaesthetic trainees • ICU trainees • Surgical trainees • Trauma Registrars (adult and paediatric) Description: ETM is a 3-day face-to-face course that teaches trauma reception and resuscitation from the Australasian Emergency Medicine perspective, with a focus on practical trauma resuscitation, trauma team-leading and trauma team-member skills. Our course has a strong focus on communication in particular resuscitation room management, the shared mental model and closed loop communication. We are relevant to nursing and medical staff who work in trauma centres, metropolitan, regional and remote environments. Course Features: Short, focused lectures, simulation scenarios and small group interactive sessions including: • RRM: Resus Room Management - modern ED team leading/team member skills • Airway: Standard/difficult/failed intubation, cricothyroidotomy • Chest: Decompression – needle/finger/tube thoracostomy • Vascular access: Rapid Infuser Catheter (RIC) line and intraosseous needle (EZ-IO) insertion • Orthopaedic: Spinal immobilisation, pelvic binder, CT-6 femoral traction splint application • Other procedures: CAT/SOF tourniquet application, lateral canthotomy • Management: Management of traumatic cardiac arrest • Radiology: Trauma x-ray, CT and FAST scan interpretation • Transport: Transport and retrieval of the trauma patient Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Topics in Family Medicine is organized by Continuing Education, Inc and will be held from Feb 12 - 21, 2021 at Celebrity Solstice, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Target Audience: Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners Accreditation: • 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ • 21 ACPE Credits • 21.0 Contact Hours • 7 Hours of Pharmacology for NPs Program Purpose: Each of the lectures is focused on: • Improving patient safety and optimizing outcomes, • Utilizing evidence-based medicine, and • Providing cost-effective care. Common threads in each of these areas are: • Importance of teamwork and communication, • Including multi-specialty and multi-disciplinary management. The successful incorporation of effective computer systems is vital, both for knowledge acquisition, patient management, and medical record keeping, in achieving superior outcomes, both for individual patients, but also for successful teams working together. • Decreased use and more appropriate use of opioid pain medications • Decreased use of medications in the elderly from the Beer's list (Do not use list) • Patient safety advice for elderly • Improvement in effective pre-travel evaluation and advice for international travelers • Use of evidence for preventive care strategies Self-awareness and team attention to the integration of many options for patients is the hallmark of continuity in the specialty of Family Medicine. In this age of increasing attention to outcomes, it behooves all of us to use our knowledge to work closely with colleagues and staff, using professionalism in communication, for the best team approach. Placing patient needs above self-interest is paramount to the best care while enjoying a life outside of medicine. Staying up to date with current knowledge of diagnosis, treatment, and management requires diligence in maintaining a topical approach to common situations. This series of lectures is tailored not only to educate and update with the best medical evidence available but to also present an appropriate approach to cost-effective care. Stimulating thoughtful comments and questions regarding shared or unique experiences will engage the attendees in team and self-improvement concepts. Topics: • Optimizing Results through Teamwork    ○ Apply the characteristics of successful teams and tools to build teamwork and improve outcomes    ○ Describe how teamwork can improve chronic disease metrics    ○ List and explain stages of team formation • Preparing Your Patients for a Successful Transition to their Golden Years    ○ Improve the wellness of the elder patients seen    ○ Address preventive measures for elder patients    ○ Provide appropriate medication management for the elderly    ○ Improve communication strategies in discussing advance directives with patients • Medical Error Reduction: Optimizing Outcomes and Patient Safety    ○ Discuss types of medical errors that can result in increased morbidity and mortality    ○ Minimize potential cognitive error risks to result in improved outcomes and patient safety    ○ Explain how diagnosis momentum can result in medical errors • Travel Medicine: Prevention Goes International    ○  Discuss the scope of US travelers abroad    ○ Assess appropriately the medical risk to the traveler    ○ List commonly needed Immunizations for travelers    ○ Implement helpful travel preventative treatments    ○ Utilize travel medicine-related website resources • Optimizing Patient Safety - Appropriate Opioid Prescribing    ○ Appropriately evaluate a patient for Chronic Pain    ○ Utilize general guidelines for prescribing Controlled Substances / Opioids, including the new CDC guidelines    ○ Implement the use of multiple modalities in managing chronic pain    ○ Explain the added risks when prescribing opioids in excess of 100 mg/day Morphine Milligram Equivalent (MME)    ○ Implement strategies to improve patient safety and compliance with guidelines in prescribing opioids and other Controlled Substances • Preventive Care - Knowledge Self-Assessment    ○ Vaccination details change which makes it challenging for physicians to keep up to date    ○ Physicians often fail to implement the US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) screening guidelines/changes    ○ Flu vaccine implementation continues to fall below desired levels • Is there a Doctor Onboard: In-flight Medical Emergencies    ○ Physicians are unaware of the equipment available to handle in-flight medical emergencies    ○ Some physicians are reluctant to respond to in-flight medical emergencies due to knowledge, legal, and other concerns    ○ Physicians are often unaware of ground-based medical support in developing treatment plans for in-flight medical emergencies • Exercise for the pregnant patient    ○ Propose appropriate exercise for the individual pregnant patient • Medicine on the go    ○ Identify potential issues, analyze the situation, develop a plan through discussion of presentation and attendee experiences • Thyroid evaluation and treatment    ○ Confidently devise evaluation and treatment plan for the abnormal thyroid • Marine bites from the sea    ○ Conclude the best treatment based on knowledge of the marine life inflicting the injury • Selected recommendations from the USPSTF    ○ Translate the evidence-based recommendations for a population into an individual plan • Common bowel complaints    ○ Recognize, diagnose and provide patient with appropriate management plan • Concussion concerns continue    ○ Utilize on and off-field knowledge of injury with modalities for further treatment • Athlete heart concerns    ○ Evaluation of potential cardiac issues. 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