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- CSQTC First-Timers at the RDAQ Annual Conference
- CPR Courses in Preparation for the RACGP Exam
- The 'BIG' Node Workshop for GP Trainers
- GP Registrar 2 Day Workshop at Bardon
- Gladstone Hospital Seminar
- Applications for AGPT 2010 Intake Closing Soon!
- Change of Date BIG Node 1 Day Workshop for GP Registrars
- Dr Nam Tran Presents Clinical Education Session at the Mater Hospital
- GP Registrars Encouraged to Submit Claims for Workshop Expenses ASAP
- RLO Wrap - New Website "r-cubed" and Book Review "The Ultimate Time Management Guide Book"
- Chronic Disease Management Position Available - Extended Skills Opportunity for GP Registrars
- Opportunity to Undertake Extended Skills in a Skin Cancer Clinic
- Change of Date - PEPA Education Evening Now on 15 July 2009
- GPET Training Provider Update - 10 June Edition Now Available
- Upcoming Educational Opportunities - Run By Organisations Other Than CSQTC
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Upcoming CSQTC Educational Events
- Staff Contacts
- Change of Address or Details
CSQTC First-Timers at the RDAQ Annual Conference
CSQTC's experience at the Rural Doctors Association of Queensland (RDAQ) 20th Anniversary Conference last weekend was extremely positive and the interactions with a variety of participants was rewarding. Conference delegates ranged from RDAQ members and hierarchy, to GP Registrars and Medical students and a host of other stakeholders and trade exhibitors. Dr Jim Finn, the outgoing RDAQ President and newly nominated CSQTC Board Director, opened the Conference. The Conference launch was further enhanced by a performance from the Queensland National Ballet and an address from keynote speaker Professor John Pearn was particularly impressive and inspiring.
Staff from CSQTC proudly flew the GP Training banner and we were impressed by the recognition received from Medical Students, prospective Rural Generalist Trainees and Trainers who visited our promotional booth. In between attending conference sessions during the day, Julie and Jenny looked after the booth to ensure that we had a permanent presence in the trade exhibition over the two and a half days. Dr Bill Lang and Dr Danika Fietz were supportive in their respective roles and CEO Peter Harrison took the opportunity to network with associates and catch up with many of our rural Trainers and Stakeholders.
A large contingent of Medical Students from a variety of universities around Australia attended this year's conference. Their presence contributed to a light hearted and youthful feel and provided the interesting prospect of a new generation being lured to the attractiveness of Rural Medicine. CSQTC sponsored three of these Medical Students – Narelle Lintern from the University of Queensland, Emma Hogan from Bond University and Lars Schneider from Griffith University. Dr Bill Lang also very generously sponsored a Medical Student, Alistair Hamilton from the University of Queensland. All students were incredibly appreciative of the support they received via these sponsorships, which is summed up by Alistair's comments that sponsorships for conferences such as the RDAQ Conference is an investment in the future of the rural workforce.
Two of our GP Registrars who expressed their interest in attending the Conference were also sponsored to attend the event. We look forward to hearing more from these GP Registrars regarding their experiences over the coming weeks.
CSQTC's Board Chair Adj. Prof. Mary Mahoney and CSQTC staff met with our sponsored Medical Students and GP Registrars over breakfast on Sunday morning. We were also delighted to be joined by several of our rural GP Trainers including Dr Pam Turnock from St George, Drs Sue and Matt Masel from Goondiwindi, Dr Rosemary Geraghty from Roma and Dr Ewen McPhee from Emerald. In total we had a group of 22 and we all appreciated this opportunity to catch up with colleagues from the bush and to mix with our sponsored Students and GP Registrars on a more personal level.
As part of our trade exhibition, CSQTC ran a competition based on all the colour's of CSQTC's Geographic Training Nodes. This provided great hilarity as we uncovered the many variations and colour combinations that can be derived from one laser printed map. The competition prize was also based on our Training Nodes - a hamper which included a sample of something special from each of our rural Nodes, ranging from Capricornia Coast coffee, to a gorgeous floral arrangement representing Toowoomba & Surrounds. The lucky winner of our Quiz was Andrew, one of the Medical Student delegates.
CSQTC would like to thank the RDAQ for this wonderful opportunity to be involved in their annual Conference. It was an extremely well run conference, food and refreshments were plentiful and most of all it was refreshing to see such a large number of young doctors-to-be with such enthusiasm for rural medicine.
Stay tuned for future editions of Consortium Chatter, where we will give you some more highlights of the Conference, showcase what our sponsored GP Registrars and Medical Students had to say of their experiences and of course there will be some photos.
CPR Courses in Preparation for the RACGP Exam
Among other eligibility criteria, all candidates for college assessment leading towards Fellowship of the RACGP must provide evidence of successful completion of an external assessment of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (basic life support) at the time of enrolment. The RACGP requires this certification to be:
- Valid within 12 months of close of enrolments and show the date the candidate undertook the
training. - Consistent with the guidelines of the Australian Resuscitation Council. There are many organisations that provide CPR education courses and assessment.
Information about the CPR Requirements for Assessment can be found in the RACGP Assessment Handbook for Candidates which is available on the RACGP website http://www.racgp.org.au/assessmenthandbook.
GP Registrars please note:
- The RACGP has advised that candidates with queries about specific CPR education courses should contact the RACGP Assessment Department directly on assessment@racgp.org.au.
- CSQTC is not able to provide GP Registrars with a list of approved CPR courses, nor is CSQTC able to advise GP Registrars whether or not a particular course will meet the CPR requirement for the RACGP Exam. GP Registrars must contact the RACGP as above for this information.
The 'BIG' Node Workshop for GP Trainers
The BIG (Brisbane North, South, Ipswich and Logan/Gold Coast) Node GP Trainers workshop was held at Rydges Hotel in Brisbane last week. Twenty-four GP Trainers from Level 2 and 2+ Practices attended. The format was very relaxed and interactive. We looked at a case of Consultation Interruptus and discussed varying methods for Trainers to address issues arising from such situations. Feedback from the session was very positive. A further workshop is being planned for later in the year. Many thanks to all who helped coordinate this event.
Dr Peter McKain, Senior Medical Educator & Node Medical Educator - Brisbane South
GP Registrar 2 Day Workshop at Bardon
Once again, over 60 GP Registrars and 18 presenters attended Bardon for the second of four 2 day workshops for GP Registrars undertaking their first year of general practice placements. Topics covered ranged from Dermatology, Mens and Wopmen’s Health, Paediatrics to Emergency Medicine, Mental Health and Aboriginal Health. GP Registrars had time to renew acquaintances and socialise during breaks in this workshop. Thanks to all involved in ensuring a satisfactory and educational event.
Dr Peter McKain, Senior Medical Educator & Node Medical Educator - Brisbane South
Gladstone Hospital was the host of our latest AGPT Information Seminar last Friday 5 June 2009. Dr Michael Donohue, GP Trainer and CSQTC Medical Educator from Yeppoon delivered the CSQTC segment of the Seminar and an RRQC GP Registrar co-presented the session. There were 14 doctors that attended this session, which was reported as a very good turnout for hospital of Gladstone's size. There was a lot of positive feedback about the Seminar, with a couple of the doctors showing strong interest in general practice. We would like to thank the Medical Education staff at Gladstone Hospital for their co-operation and we look forward to visiting again next year.
This is that last of our dedicated AGPT Hospital Information Seminars and we would like to thank all who have been involved, including Hospital Medical Education Unit staff members, speakers and GP Registrar presenters.
Dr Nam Tran will be delivering clinical education sessions at QEII Hospital today and another at the Mater Hospital on 23 June 2009 - please see article below.
Applications for AGPT 2010 Intake Closing Soon!
Applications for the AGPT 2010 Intake are now open. Those interested in undertaking GP training from January 2010 should visit the AGPT website http://www.agpt.com.au/ApplyforAGPT/NewApplicants/. Applications close Monday 22 June 2009. CSQTC has been allocated a total of 84 AGPT places for the 2010 Intake, consisting of 26 Rural Pathway places, and 58 General Pathway places.
Applicants should note that the Australian Government has made a number of decisions in the 2009/10 Federal Budget that will impact on AGPT. These decisions are not reflected in the AGPT Applicant Guide 2010. Therefore all applicants should read the Federal Budget 2009-10 - Frequently Asked Questions prior to submitting an application.
Our Hospital Liaison Officer, Dr Nam Tran, has been working hard to keep up with the volume of enquiries coming into CSQTC from potential applicants for GP Training. It is encouraging to see, and we are hopeful that our promotional efforts this year will reap the rewards of record numbers of doctors applying for AGPT! We will be reporting on the progress of AGPT 2010 Intake applications in future editions of Consortium Chatter.
Change of Date BIG Node 1 Day Workshop for GP Registrars
For the attention of GP Registrars undertaking first year GP placements and their Practices in Greater Brisbane and Valley (North & South) and Logan/Gold Coast Nodes.
The final BIG (Brisbane North, South, Ipswich and Logan/Gold Coast) Node one–day GP Registrar workshop for 2009 will now be held at Bardon on Wednesday 11 November 2009 (previously scheduled Wednesday 28 October 2009). The earlier one day workshop at Bardon remains on the same day ie. 18 August 2009.
The website calendars and downloadable programs have been updated this week. Please always check the website for the latest details on workshops.
Dr Nam Tran Presents Clinical Education Session at the Mater Hospital
Our Hospital Liaison Officer, Dr Nam Tran, will be delivering a lunchtime clinical education session entitled "Emergency Presentations and Sexually Transmitted Diseases" at the Mater Hospital on Tuesday 23 June 2009. CSQTC GP Registrars who are working at the Mater Hospital are encouraged to attend these sessions and this would be a great opportunity to catch up with Nam. Feedback from his previous seminars has been enormously positive and his use of the interactive approach has been extremely well received. Lunch will be provided at the Seminar. Please check with the Medical Education Office at the hospital regarding time and room location.
GP Registrars Encouraged to Submit Claims for Workshop Expenses ASAP
As the end of Term 2009.1 is fast approaching, we would appreciate GP Registrars bringing all expense claims up to date with CSQTC. Please ensure all receipts and workshop claim forms are submitted to the CSQTC Finance Department, attention Darlene Ross, for processing as soon as possible. A payment summary will be provided to GP Registrars, after the end of term, outlining payments made to them during the term. Claims may be submitted via the following methods:
- Fax: 07 35528108
- Post: PO Box 83, Alderley Q 4051
- Email: dross@csqtc.qld.edu.au
RLO Wrap - New Website "r-cubed" and Book Review "The Ultimate Time Management Guide Book"
www.rcubed.org.au (Real Resilience Resources) is a new website that has been developed by GPRA to assist GP Registrars, medical students and pre vocational doctors. It's aim is to provide useful strategies to help doctors build resilience and support networks to reduce the inevitable pressure that their work brings to their lives.
I was asked to review a book for r-cubed entitled 'The Ultimate Time Management Guide Book", a link to which you will find following. Check out the website www.rcubed.org.au for how to win one of your very own copies of this resource.
The Ultimate Time Management Guide Book: Review by Dr Danika Fietz
This 74 page handbook with short chapters describes practical strategies that GPs (and their practice staff) can implement to manage their time for maximum effectiveness. It is written in a simple and straightforward manner and there are a range of cartoons throughout the chapters which keep the reader entertained. Click here to read more...
Dr Danika Fietz, Registrar Liaison Officer
Chronic Disease Management Position Available - Extended Skills Opportunity for GP Registrars
Inala Primary Care delivers clinical services to a diverse multicultural population at Inala in Brisbane South. The Practice is also an active teaching practice for both students and GP Registrars. Inala Primary Care has expanded its model of care to include broader team care, with additional practice and triage nurses, and a closer working relationship with the Inala community health team. The Centre has developed an advanced skilling model in chronic disease management with specialists from the Princess Alexandra Hospital Endocrinology Unit with a view to further expansion to both Cardiovascular and Renal Units.
Inala Primary Care is seeking a GP Registrar, who has completed at least six months of general practice terms, who would like to develop special clinical skills in this growing area in general practice, as well as learn more about the operation of the new MBS team care items and practice re-design around chronic disease management. The position is available for 6 or 12 months, to start from July 2009 on a part-time basis, with the specialist clinic held in Tuesday morning session which currently equates to 0.1 FTE. Inala Primary Care provides flexibility with hours and could offer additional sessions to the GP Registrar if required. This can be negotiated with the successful applicant.
A GP Registrar, who has recently undertaken this post in Chronic Disease, has provided CSQTC with a report of her experience. This feedback gives some interesting insight into this exciting and highly challenging learning environment that this post can offer. Please read more for the full report http://www.csqtc.qld.edu.au/index.php?action=view&view=28247.
GP Registrars interested in further information/details should contact Prof Claire Jackson at c.jackson@uq.edu.au .
Details about this and other Extended/Special Skills opportunities are available on the CSQTC website http://www.csqtc.qld.edu.au/index.php?action=view&view=8063.
How to apply to CSQTC for approval of an Extended Skills Placement: GP Registrars who wish to apply for a placement to count towards their training as Extended Skills need to complete the Extended Skills Application Form and submit to CSTQC. The Application Form is available on the CSQTC website Forms and Documents page http://www.csqtc.qld.edu.au/index.php?action=view&view=11607.
Opportunity to Undertake Extended Skills in a Skin Cancer Clinic
Molescan Indooroopilly has an 8 session per training position available commencing late August 2009. This position may be suitable for an Extended Skills training placement for GP Registrars who have completed at least their first year of supervised general practice placements in the AGPT.
The patient demographic for the clinic is typically aged 35 years and over, from all socio-economic levels, presenting with a variety of skin cancers and solar damage although other skin conditions will be encountered. The clinic holds regular medical education meetings and also provides structured training by the Medical Director, Dr Peter Leighton, encompassing:
- Advanced skills in diagnosis and skin cancer related conditions, including dermoscopy.
- Appropriate biopsy techniques and minor skin cancer surgery including flaps.
- Education in non surgical treatments of sun damage and skin cancer.
GP Registrars interested in further information/details should contact the Molescan General Manager, Anthony Reckin on 07 3378 6555 or Email: anthony.reckin@molescan.com.au. A testimonial from a recent ex CSQTC graduate, Dr Shannon Barry is also available from the clinic.
How to apply to CSQTC for approval of an Extended Skills Placement: GP Registrars who wish to apply for a placement to count towards their training as Extended Skills need to complete the Extended Skills Application Form and submit to CSTQC. The Application Form is available on the CSQTC website Forms and Documents page http://www.csqtc.qld.edu.au/index.php?action=view&view=11607.
Change of Date - PEPA Education Evening Now on 15 July 2009
Please note a change of date for the free PEPA Education Evening - this had originally been scheduled for Wednesday 15 July 2009, but has been re-scheduled to take place on Wednesday 22 July 2009, with RSVPs due Tuesday 14 July 2009. Please see article below for further details.
GPET Training Provider Update - 10 June Edition Now Available
GPET's latest Training Provider Update is now available on the AGPT Website http://www.agpt.com.au/TrainingProviders/RTPUpdates/. In this month's edition you will read about the upcoming 2009 National Registrar Satisfaction Survey; the GPET Convention Photo Competition; and CareSearch which is an Australian online resource that promotes the evidence-based practice of palliative care.
Upcoming Educational Opportunities - Run By Organisations Other Than CSQTC
In this section, we will include details of upcoming educational opportunities, such as teleconferences, courses, workshop, conferences etc, run by organisations other than CSQTC. CSQTC provides this as a service to GP Registrars and stakeholder organisations. If organisations would like upcoming events relevant to GP Registrars listed here, please contact Julie Ball csqtc@csqtc.qld.edu.au or 07 35528134.
Centre for Palliative Care Research and Education (CPCRE) - PEPA Education Evening
- Wednesday 22 July 2009, 6.30-9.30pm: Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach (PEPA) - Free General Practitioner Education Evening. Guest speaker Professor Janet Hardy, Director Mater Palliative Care Service speaking on "What's new in symptom control?". This is an RACGP accredited activity for QA&CPD points. Venue: Diana Plaza Hotel, Woolloongabba. Space is limited and reservations are required. This is a free event and a 2 course dinner will be provided. Only Medical Practitioners can register for this event. It is not open to nurses or allied health professionals. RSVP by Tuesday 14 July 2009 - contact Kathy Laurent, PEPA Program Manager Qld for a registration form on 3636 6216 or Kathryn_Laurent@health.qld.gov.au.
Watch this space for upcoming FAQs. If you have a question, the answer to which you believe would be helpful to others, please email it to csqtc@csqtc.qld.edu.au. FAQs can be accessed via the CSQTC website http://www.csqtc.qld.edu.au/index.php?action=view&view=7663&pid=5440
Upcoming CSQTC Educational Activities - GP Registrars and GP Trainers
- 12/6/09: Exit Workshop for GP Registrars who are just about to complete training
- 17/6/09: Toowoomba & Surrounds Node afternoon release.
- 18-19/6/09: GP Trainers' 2 day Workshop "Superheroes" at Bardon.
- 25/6/09: St George/Sth West Qld Node lunchtime web-conference.
- 25/6/09: Sunshine Coast Node morning release.
- 9/7/09: St George/Sth West Qld Node lunchtime web-conference.
All CSQTC Calendars may be accessed via the link http://www.csqtc.qld.edu.au/index.php?action=view&view=11615
For the dates of GP Registrar Educational Activities for each training Node, visit the Node Calendar pages on the CSQTC website:
Central Queensland
Greater Brisbane & Valley
Logan/Gold Coast
South West Qld/St George
Sunshine Coast
Toowoomba & Surrounds
Wide Bay/Bundaberg
If you need to get in touch with individual staff members at CSQTC, please refer to our website for a full listing of staff within areas of interest http://www.csqtc.qld.edu.au/index.php?action=view&view=7731&pid=5408
Please advise CSQTC of any changes to address or contact details immediately on csqtc@csqtc.qld.edu.au. This includes changes to: Telephone/fax numbers; Email address; Street/postal address; Surname (eg. for Registrars who become married); Practice Name; Practice Staff (Trainers and Practice Managers).