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Type: Webinar
13 May, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM (AEST)

Contact

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Email: Specific Interest Faculty
Call: 02 9886 4759

Price

RACGP Members: Free
Non-Members: Free

Free registration

PrEP Reality Check: Busting Myths & Addressing GP Concerns

Webinar 13 May, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM (AEST)

This interactive webinar will feature a panel of experienced GPs who will examine the ongoing potential of PrEP in HIV prevention in Australia. Learn about the role of primary care in the latest epidemiological trends in HIV, current patient demographics and effectiveness of PrEP in reducing HIV transmission.

Can't attend this webinar? You can also register online for a repeat session on Thursday, 28 August.

Learning outcomes

  1. Discuss current epidemiological trends guiding PrEP prescribing in Australia
  2. Discuss current clinical tools to assist in PrEP prescribing
  3. Describe ways in which practice software can be used to optimise prescribing opportunities
  4. Identify common misconceptions
Educational Activities
1.0
hours

Facilitator

Dr Sara Whitburn
Chair, RACGP Sexual Health Medicine Specific Interest Group and Medical Director, Sexual Health Victoria

Dr Sara Whitburn (she/her) is the Medical Director at Sexual Health Victoria and the Chair of the Sexual Health Special Interest Group of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. She was awarded her RACGP fellowship in 2009. Sara has diplomas in Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Family Planning and a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Teaching. Sara completed a 6-month Academic GP registrar term and has worked in general practices and family planning clinics in the UK and Melbourne. She has specialised in Sexual and Reproductive Health since 2008 and is interested in genital health, menopause, and long-acting contraceptive provision and training in general practice.

Speakers

A/Prof Darren Russell
FRACGP, DipVen, FAChSHM

Darren Russell is Clinical Associate Professor, The University of Melbourne and James Cook University, and Director of Sexual Health, Cairns Sexual Health Service, Cairns, Queensland.

Dr Sam Elliott

Dr. Sam Elliott has been a specialist General Practitioner for 30 years. He obtained his MBBS from the University of Adelaide and holds a Master of Public Health & Tropical Medicine, along with a General Practice fellowship in Queensland. He is a current director on the ASHM Board, the national BBV Advisory Committees, and the National Clinical Evidence Taskforce. Dr. Sam is an active educator and participates in public health research. Dr. Sam has a special interest in skin cancer management, diabetes, liver disease, chronic disease management, and sexual health. He is also an accredited S100 prescriber for HIV and Viral Hepatitis.

Dr Erainia Wu
FRACGP

Dr. Wu completed her medical degree at the University of Sydney and completed her training at Westmead with a particular focus on pediatrics', women's health and psychology. Dr. Wu is a strong advocate for patient education and good communication in medicine. She particularly enjoys getting to know her patients in order to help provide holistic healthcare and patient-centered support.

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