ALM C Practical Medicine
S5B Acute wound/trauma/burns Mx
This presentation will look at the clinical Mx of trauma/burns situations in the metro & rural settings. It will cover the current & emerging techniques of wound care with details in specific areas, e.g. neuro & barotrauma. There will be discussion on the role of the GP in the service of trauma – triage & retrieval. Dr Elizabeth Livingstone
WD Dermoscopy for GP
Skin cancer is increasing in incidence & prevalence in Australia. Accurate diagnosis is important, especially to avoid unnecessary excision & related procedures. Dermoscopy is an excellent tool to augment current methods of diagnosis. This program will focus on the use of the hand–held dermatoscope, being used more by GPs, using the “three point checklist”. The three point check list has been proven to be a sensitive tool for early diagnosis of pigmented skin lesions suspicious for skin cancer. Dr Damien Foong Sessions 1,2,6,7,13,14 Molescan
WE Suturing 1: Basic suture techniques
A brief look at the principles of suturing & wound repair with an interactive practical session using pigs trotters which will include all the basic suturing stitches – interrupted, mattress, continuous, subcuticular & corner stitches. Sessions 2,7,12
WE Suturing 2: Advanced suture techniques
An interactive practical session using pigs trotters. Includes planning for flaps & grafts, corner stitch, repair of deep & jagged lacerations, biopsy techniques &
closing large broad wounds. Suturing 2 attendees must have either attended Suturing 1 or be competent proceduralists. Sessions 3,8,15 Dynek & Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgeons
WE ADVANCEMENT & ROTATION FLAPS for skin cancer
Principles of flap repairs – how to do simple, rotational & advancement flaps & angle sutures. How to overcome the difficulties – the angles have it. A good
opportunity to practise flaps using pigs trotters. Please note the workshop is designed for the doctor who already has some expertise in surgical techniques & has attended basic techniques in Suturing 1 workshop. Sessions 4,9,13 Dr Neil Chorley Australasian College of Skin Cancer Medicine
WF ENT 1: The Blocked Ear & Dizziness
Simplified demonstration will include the opportunity for all GPs to experience the value of the lumiview in cleaning the blocked ear & the practical aspects of how
to evaluate a safe & unsafe ear. Dizziness demonstration will include an opportunity to learn & practice the head shake, step & Dix Hallpike tests – three quick & simple clinical tests that assist in clarifying the causes of dizziness. The Epley manoeuvre to correct benign positional vertigo will be demonstrated & practised. Sessions 1,7,10,13
WF ENT 2
Evaluating a neck lump & snoring assessment in children & adults. Delegates will have an opportunity to practise a thorough neck examination to ensure no lumps are missed. Practical aspects of snoring evaluation in children & adults will also be demonstrated & practised. Sessions 3,9,14 Presented by the Royal North Shore ENT Surgical Dept
WI Infected & chronic wound Mx
Advancements in wound management have identified that wounds that are not healing may be the result of bacterial load. The use of topical antimicrobials is redefining how chronic wounds are treated. This workshop explores the use of topical antimicrobials to efficiently & effectively treat chronic wounds. Sessions 1,6,13 Smith & Nephew
WI Bandages stockings & dressings for venous disease
Compression is required for patients with symptomatic venous disease, leg oedema or venous complications. Compression required depends on the severity of venous hypertension, and needs to control pressures in the standing ambulatory position. Compliant & non–compliant systems are indicated in different conditions & these & bandaging techniques will be demonstrated. Prof Ken Myers, Dr Stefania Roberts, Dr David Jenkins, Dr Adrian Lim Sessions 3,9,14 Australasian College of Phlebology
WI DERMATOLOGY - practical tips in dermatology - panel
"Doc!" My SKIN ITCHES!! & the spots are back...Help Me!!" The tube prescribed has not been used. The patient has endeavoured to self-medicate with bleach & toothpaste...Share your dermatology stories with those who can empathise - like the time when honey, salicylic acid & Zinc mixed with a steroid finally did the trick? Be able to unfold the secrets of the quintessential sorbolene cream concoction? What mystical ingredient have you added to evict that perennial ulcer from its tenancy? A dermatologist & a panel will discuss sucess stories in dermatology, covering 4 areas:
1) Wound Mx new Rxs, latest products 2)Coverage of body parts: when is 15g enough? A simple coverage quide for any once daily therapy 3) Combination therapies: mix & match & when combos work for you 4) Counselling steroid-phobic patients: Gps' best tips & tricks for reducing the Arnold Schwarzeneger phobia. Sessions 4,7,11 Dr Jim Muir Scheruing Plough
WM Practical Opthamology
Ophthalmology 1: Update on common ocular problems & emergencies & their practical management including appropriate examination (incl. use of fluorescein strips). Topics will include the red eye, F.B., ocular trauma, lid lesions, acute glaucoma & misdiagnosed irritable eyes. Sessions 4,6,7,12
Ophthalmology 2: Retinopathy – a practical approach to retinopathy – diabetic, hypertensive, age–related macular degeneration. Includes the use of the direct ophthalmoscope. Sessions 5,8,13,14 Alcon & RANZCO
