Upcoming Medical Conferences in Canberra

25th ANZORS Annual Scientific Meeting is organized by Australian and New Zealand Orthopaedic Research Society (ANZORS) and will be held from Oct 04 - 06, 2019 at The John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR), Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Life Support (ALS) Course is organized by Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) and will be held on Oct 12, 2019 at Novotel, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Accreditation: Total contact hours: 7.00 PDP points: • 10 ALS • 20 PRPD MOPS points: • 30 Emergency Medicine • 1 Anaesthetics (Emergency Response) Course Description: This ACRRM run and accredited one-day Advanced Life Support (ALS) course was developed to meet the needs of general practitioners in the management of common emergencies in rural practice. The course incorporates key aspects of Advanced Life Support skills in accordance with the Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines. These courses aim to provide participants with the following skills and knowledge: • an understanding of, and practical competence in both basic life support (including CPR, etc) and advanced life support with a focus on the issues that a rural practitioner might encounter • competence in airway management techniques that include basic airway manoeuvres such as Guedel airway, bag and mask, oxygen therapy, and more advanced airway manoeuvres such as the use of laryngeal mask or intubation        ○ demonstrated ability to efficiently use a manual defibrillator and an automated external defibrillator (AED)        ○ demonstrated ability to identify and manage basic life threatening arrhythmias such as VF and VT        ○ competence in intravenous and intraosseous access and have understanding of the administration of drugs in resuscitation, in particular the dose and frequency  Learning objective: • Have a firm understanding of, and practical competence in, both basic life support (including CPR, etc) and advanced life support with a focus on the issues that a rural practitioner might encounter • Develop competence in airway management techniques that include basic airway manoeuvres such as Guedel airway, bag and mask, oxygen therapy, and more advanced airway manoeuvres such as the use of laryngeal mask or intubation • Learn to efficiently use a manual defibrillator and an automated external defibrillator (AED) • Learn to identify and manage basic life threatening arrhythmias such as VF and VT • Develop competence in intravenous and intraosseous access and have understanding of the administration of drugs in resuscitation, in particular the dose and frequency • Improve skills in advanced life support techniques • Increase understanding of ARC guidelines

Annual Meeting for ANZHPBA 2019 is organized by e-Kiddna Event Management and will be held from Oct 24 - 25, 2019 at Hyatt Hotel Canberra - A Park Hyatt Hotel, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Pre-Conference Workshops will be held on Oct 23, 2019. • Nurses and Allied Health Workshop (How allied health and nursing staff complete the picture in HPB cancer) • Intra-Operative Ultrasound Course (IOUS) Description: This year we are going to focus on HPB cancers, and we are very fortunate to be welcoming three world-leading international speakers to share their experience. The format will vary between plenary style sessions, multi-disciplinary case discussions and ‘how I do it‘ video sessions to offer attendees a thought-provoking and inspiring two-day program. Whether you partake in HPB surgery intermittently, or perform it on a daily basis, there will be something for everyone and having been voted the OECD’s most liveable city twice in a row, Canberra offers the perfect location to catch up with colleagues and friends. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand NSW Section Meeting 2019 is organized by DC Conferences (DCC) and will be held from Oct 31 - Nov 02, 2019 at Hyatt Hotel Canberra - A Park Hyatt Hotel, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) Course is organized by Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) Australia and will be held from Nov 15 - 17, 2019 at Vibe Hotel Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. The target audience for this medical event is suitable for doctors, nurses and paramedics looking to increase their confidence and clinical skills in paediatric acute care.  CPD Accreditation: Candidates who are members of RACGP & ACRRM may be eligible to receive 40 QI&CPD points for an Accredited Category 1 Activity. Course Description: The course covers the following themes: Life support • Basic life support • Advanced support of the airway and ventilation • Cardiac arrest management and defibrillation Diagnosis and management of the seriously ill child • Breathing difficulties • Shock • Abnormal pulse rate and rhythm • Decreased conscious level • Convulsing child Diagnosis and management of the seriously injured child • Chest injury • Abdominal injury • Head trauma • Spinal injury • Burns and scalds • Electrical injuries and drowning Practical procedures • Airway and breathing • Circulation • Trauma • Interpreting trauma X-rays • Stabilisation and transfer Further topics  • Fluid and electrolyte management • Acid-base balance • Pain management • Septic child • Neurological assessment • Resuscitation of the baby at birth and more Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

54th Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia is organized by Human Factors & Ergonomics Society of Australia (HFESA) and will be held from Nov 24 - 26, 2019 at Ann Harding Conference Centre, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Course Description: This conference has the potential to be extremely interesting and relevant for those working in human factors and ergonomics. The theme is Being Human and Beyond. The conference focuses on the nexus between humans and technology. We will understand how best to integrate the technology change currently occurring in our work design and systems. Advances in technology and new ways of working often have interconnecting or overlapping systems. This introduces more complexity in all facets of work and life which can have consequences, particularly in terms of human factors, errors and risk management.  • The potential for errors can increase which can lead to injury as well as productivity and commercial loss. The ergonomist needs to be adept at navigating this intersection to advise clients about error avoidance, ensuring frustration is minimised and improve the overall experience. • To be a current practitioner it is important to understand the increase and change in risk exposures, and how this intersects with societal chance and to consider the implications. Note that risk engineers are now placing a lot of emphasis on the emergence of complexity and how it leads to chaos and disruption. Some of the key influencers in this field will present keynotes, workshops and research papers. At the Conference we will take a deep dive into system design, complexity and the human interface.  5 reasons to come to HFESA2019:  •  Take a deep dive into system design, technology, complexity and the human interface with peers from diverse disciplines  •  Share your knowledge and learn about leading-edge strategies that may apply in your industry  •  Gain an understanding of complex systems and how to operate within them  •  Experience facilitation methods applicable to complex systems  •  Network with leading researchers, influencers and peers in the nation’s capital. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Palliative Care - CPD for All Nurses Seminar is organized by Ausmed Education Pty Ltd and will be held from Nov 25 - 26, 2019 at ibis Styles Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 10.30 CPD Hours. Overview: Are you confused about the practices that you see in your workplace, which are considered to be palliative care? Do you want to build your confidence or validate your practice in quality palliative care? Attend this seminar and make a difference. It includes: • Plenty of discussion • Coming to grips with palliative care • Tips for good symptom management? • Putting pain into perspective • Advance Care Planning – what it is and is not • How to have that sensitive conversation • Finding the resources • Current hot topics • Gain knowledge and apply it to your practice immediately. Book now! Need for Program: Australia has an ageing population, which has resulted in an increase in chronic illnesses. Consequently, greater numbers of people now require palliative care. Specialist palliative services already exist, especially for complex care needs. However, due to the increased demand for palliative care services, modern policy direction and national standards indicate that non-specialist palliative care is everyone’s business and should be available to all. This means nurses will be expected to provide a palliative approach to care when needed. It is essential that nurses are provided with the knowledge and skills required to provide good-quality palliative care when required. Purpose of Program: The purpose of this program is to provide education to nurses so they can provide a palliative approach to care in any setting. Learning Outcomes: • You will be able to provide a palliative approach to care in any setting • You will more confidently manage symptoms and explain them to a person’s family • You will confidently engage in therapeutic communication with patients and relatives at end-of-life • You will know how to plan and conduct a palliative care case conference

Palliative Care: CPD for All Nurses Seminar is organized by Ausmed Education Pty Ltd and will be held from Nov 25 - 26, 2019 at ibis Styles Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. The target audience for this medical event is all nurses. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 10.30 CPD Hours. Course Overview: Are you confused about practices you see in your workplace which are considered to be palliative care? Do you want to build your confidence or validate your practice in quality palliative care? Attend this seminar and make a difference. Includes: • Plenty of discussions • Coming to grips with palliative care • Tips for good symptom management? • Putting pain into perspective • Advance Care Planning - what it is and is not • How to have that sensitive conversation • Where are the resources? • Current hot topics Need for Program: Australia has an aging population which has resulted in an increase in chronic illnesses. Consequently, greater numbers of people now require palliative care. Specialist palliative services already exist, especially for complex care needs. However, due to the increased demand for palliative care services, modern policy direction, and national standards indicate that non-specialist palliative care is everyone’s business and should be available to all. This means nurses will be expected to provide a palliative approach to care when needed. It is essential that nurses are provided with the knowledge and skills required to provide good quality palliative care when required. Purpose of Program: The purpose of this program is to provide education to nurses so they can provide a palliative approach to care in any setting. Learning Objectives: • You will be able to provide a palliative approach to care in any setting • You will more confidently manage symptoms and explain them to a person’s family • You will confidently engage in therapeutic communication with patients and relatives at end-of-life • You will know how to plan and conduct a palliative care case conference  

Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) Course is organized by Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) Australia and will be held from Feb 18 - 20, 2020 at Vibe Hotel Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. CPD Accreditation: Candidates who are members of RACGP & ACRRM may be eligible to receive 40 QI&CPD points for an Accredited Category 1 Activity. Course Description: The Advanced Paediatric Life Support course is widely recognised as the international gold standard in paediatric emergency training courses.  Established in 1997 and taught throughout Australia, this comprehensive three-day course introduces the structured approach to the emergency management of ill and injured children.  Entrance Requirements: The Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) course is suitable for doctors, nurses and paramedics looking to increase their confidence and clinical skills in paediatric acute care.  This course is designed for graduates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.  APLS is the recommended course for all hospital staff working in clinical environments where children and adolescents are cared for, by the RACP's National Standards for the Care of Children and Adolescents.  Course Outcomes: Candidates who complete the APLS course will issued a certificate of completion upon: • Fully attending the three-day course • Successfully completing all required course assessments • Successfully completing the required pre-course APLS online learning modules APLS certificates are valid for five years from the date of issue. Course structure: The course covers the following themes: Life support • Basic life support • Advanced support of the airway and ventilation • Cardiac arrest management and defibrillation Diagnosis and management of the seriously ill child • Breathing difficulties • Shock • Abnormal pulse rate and rhythm • Decreased conscious level • Convulsing child  Diagnosis and management of the seriously injured child • Chest injury • Abdominal injury • Head trauma • Spinal injury • Burns and scalds • Electrical injuries and drowning Practical procedures • Airway and breathing • Circulation • Trauma • Interpreting trauma X-rays • Stabilisation and transfer Further topics: • Fluid and electrolyte management • Acid-base balance • Pain management • Septic child • Neurological assessment • Resuscitation of the baby at birth and more

Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) Course is organized by Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) Australia and will be held from Nov 17 - 19, 2020 at Vibe Hotel Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.   CPD Accreditation: Candidates who are members of RACGP & ACRRM may be eligible to receive 40 QI&CPD points for an Accredited Category 1 Activity. Course Description: The Advanced Paediatric Life Support course is widely recognised as the international gold standard in paediatric emergency training courses.  Established in 1997 and taught throughout Australia, this comprehensive three-day course introduces the structured approach to the emergency management of ill and injured children.  Entrance Requirements: The Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) course is suitable for doctors, nurses and paramedics looking to increase their confidence and clinical skills in paediatric acute care.  This course is designed for graduates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.  APLS is the recommended course for all hospital staff working in clinical environments where children and adolescents are cared for, by the RACP's National Standards for the Care of Children and Adolescents.  Course Outcomes: Candidates who complete the APLS course will issued a certificate of completion upon: • Fully attending the three-day course • Successfully completing all required course assessments • Successfully completing the required pre-course APLS online learning modules • APLS certificates are valid for five years from the date of issue. Course structure: The course covers the following themes: Life support • Basic life support • Advanced support of the airway and ventilation • Cardiac arrest management and defibrillation Diagnosis and management of the seriously ill child • Breathing difficulties • Shock • Abnormal pulse rate and rhythm • Decreased conscious level • Convulsing child  Diagnosis and management of the seriously injured child • Chest injury • Abdominal injury • Head trauma • Spinal injury • Burns and scalds • Electrical injuries and drowning Practical procedures • Airway and breathing • Circulation • Trauma • Interpreting trauma X-rays • Stabilisation and transfer Further topics  • Fluid and electrolyte management • Acid-base balance • Pain management • Septic child • Neurological assessment • Resuscitation of the baby at birth and more Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.