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Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
The changes to the Fair Work Act impact areas such as job security, work conditions and Enterprise Agreements. It is important for all employers and employees to be across these changes to ensure they are aware of their obligations and rights as employers and/or employees. This 1.5hr session targets members who own a practice or are responsible for the management of staff contracts and related matters. Practice Managers may also find this session helpful.
0.5 Educational activity hour
1 Performance review hour
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
While it may assist the doctor in medical note taking, AI software does not replace the doctor’s professional obligations to ensure records made are accurate, up to date and securely managed. Tierney et al (2024) noted that “careful and ongoing attention must be paid to ensure that the technology supports clinicians while also optimizing ambient AI scribe output for accuracy, relevance, and alignment in the physician–patient relationship”. Medical record keeping is fundamental to supporting the delivery high quality and safe patient care. Ahpra and Medicare both outline requirements for medical records which are to be adhered to. The TGA also provides information for software manufacturers about the regulation of AI. This activity considers AI technology, including the benefits, barriers and risks in relation to medical records.
1.5 Educational activity hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Social media enables doctors to reach patients, customers, and others engaged in their medical practice. While it has advantages there are also risks involved such as confidentiality, reputation, legislation and boundaries. Patient complaints can create concern for doctors as they manage these as well as compliments.This webinar will assist doctors in their understanding and application of legislation related to social media use and through cases scenarios provide education and support on how to manage a range of potential issues.
1 Educational activity hour
0.5 Performance review hour
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This men’s health course describes how to distinguish between the types of erectile and ejaculation dysfunctions and how to diagnose and manage these conditions. It also suggests techniques to encourage discussion about sensitive topics such as sexual problems and considers barriers and society norms. The relationship between erectile function/dysfunction and metabolic and vascular health is explored. Tools to assist with diagnosis and clinical management are provided. The content includes what to look for when making a physical evaluation and possible causes of erectile dysfunction. Penile erection aids including injections, oral medications, vacuum devices, prostheses and shockwave therapy are listed including options, contraindications and possible side effects. The third unit focuses on ejaculation physiology and disorders and explores the psychological contributors and treatment options for premature ejaculation.
4 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Men find it hard to express emotion. This course suggests various techniques to open discussion about feelings, emotions and depression with male patients. It outlines how to diagnose and manage depression and includes factors contributing to men’s mental health and the ways men cope with the stigma of mental health. Screening all men for depression and suicide risk is suggested, especially as illness, medications or relationship changes may increase the risk of mental health issues. Evaluation and screening tools are provided along with supportive care and treatment strategies. Bipolar depression symptoms and treatment options including psychotherapy are addressed, along with suicide and homicide risk factors. The relationship between obesity, hypogonadism, Cushing’s syndrome, hyperglycemia, diabetes with depression is detailed. Unit four focuses on patient compliance, guidelines, monitoring, team based care and referral options.
3.5 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This course assesses the effects of ageing in men and explores the physical capacities as men age. Statistics for causes of death are listed and how exercise can lead to better health outcomes. Unit two suggests ways that a medical practitioner can overcome barriers to facilitate lifestyle changes and includes motivation tools. Guidelines for the level of physical activity for the older male are outlined including the complexities related to remoteness and socioeconomic status. The effects of fitness and mortality on the older population including cancer, prostate cancer, dementia, cardiovascular and anxiety/depression are addressed. Unit four suggests how a medical practitioner can make a difference in health outcomes for the older male. Guides are provided aimed at male patients including the right questions to ask, intensity levels, stages of change, barriers and enablers, getting started and ‘sticking with it’.
5 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This course focuses on the male genital anatomy and how these organs work together. Clinical presentations include benign swellings, cancer, pain and impaired vascular supply. Unit one focuses on the urethra including constrictions, obstructions, micturition, incontinence and visceral pain. Unit two focuses on the prostate gland and explains the zones and glands, benign hypertrophy and prostate cancer, hazards of prostatectomy and referred pain. Unit three is about the penis, its anatomy, the prepuce issues, circumcision and peyronie’s disease. Unit four explains erectile tissue and mechanism, erectile dysfunction including priapism and end artery considerations. This includes venous drainage, nerves, lymph vessels and erectile dysfunction. Unit five covers the ejaculatory pathway and clinical problems including deferent duct, seminal vessels and the ejaculation function. The anatomy of each organ is examined in detail to enhance the understanding of clinical problems and symptoms to assist with diagnosis.
5 Educational activity hours
6 Performance review hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This program includes five (5) sections providing an overview of:Introduction to ARF and RHD (an overview)Physiology of RHDSecondary prophylaxisInjection sitesManaging injection pain and distress.The purpose of this program is to empower front-line clinical staff to deliver a measured and holistic approach to secondary prophylaxis by expanding knowledge on the reason for secondary prophylaxis of ARF, Bicillin injection technique, and most importantly, providing a research-driven best practice approach to managing injection pain by putting the patient and their needs at the centre of care. Education package content prepared by the Bicillin education committee including members from Menzies School of Health Research and staff at jurisdiction RHD control programs in WA, SA, NT, Qld and NSW.
1 Educational activity hour
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This outcome improvement activity relates to prostate conditions and prostate check and enables doctors to review and enhance their current practice for patients with this condition. The activity will guide you to compare and measure your management of three patient cases prior to, and after applying evidence-based guidelines to patient cases. Guides, tools and templates are provided as you work through this activity. At the completion of this activity, you are asked to reflect and measure your improved patient management and outline systemic changes you may have implemented into your clinical practice.
8.5 Outcome measurement hours
8.5 MOPS (AST - Adult Internal Medicine) hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This program includes five (5) sections providing an overview of:Introduction to ARF and RHD (an overview)Diagnosis of ARFPhysiology of RHDSecondary prophylaxis and RHD control programsManagement of RHDThis program is intended to broadly introduce ARF and RHD to members of the health workforce who are responsible for or have an interest incaring for people with ARF and RHD. ARF and RHD most commonly occur among First Nations peoples, particularly those living in rural and remote settings of northern Australia.
1 Educational activity hour