Dr Mark Cornwell – Long Service Leave
A message from Dr Mark Cornwell, Gastroenterologist at Northern Rivers Gastroenterology After a long period of busy practice, I plan on a period of long service leave from Lismore Base Hospital during 2019. I will be continuing my private practice in Lismore and Ballina with limited consulting time and will still welcome referrals to Ballina Day
University Courses for Health Professionals
Improve the Care of Patients with Allergic Diseases The prevalence of allergic diseases is increasing every year. There is a recognised shortage of professionals with specialised knowledge of diagnosing, treatment and management of patients with allergic diseases, particularly outside major cities. Western Sydney University offers a Masters of Medicine (Allergic Diseases) and a Graduate Certificate
Renal Supportive Care HealthPathway
The new Renal Supportive Care HealthPathway was published in December 2018 and developed by the HealthPathways team in liaison with the Northern NSW and Mid North Coast Renal Managers. Patients referred and involved in the service remain under the care of their nephrologist and referring general practitioner. Renal supportive care is available to patients with
Relocation of Dr Ankit Jain, Medical Oncologist
A Message from the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute We are writing to advise that Dr Ankit Jain, Medical Oncologist, has relocated to Canberra Hospital for a three-year period to further his research and studies and we wish him well. While we are sorry to see him go and, we know that he intends to
Proposed Changes to Timing of Pertussis Vaccine for Pregnant Women
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has recommended pregnant women now receive one dose of pertussis vaccine at any time after 20 weeks gestation. Previously the timing was between 28-32 weeks. ATAGI are consulting with stakeholders – click here to make a submission. Babies are at high risk of pertussis ((whooping cough) and
Update on National Cervical Screening Program Correspondence
From July 2018, the National Cancer Screening Register assumed responsibility for all program correspondence. The Register has been sending correspondence in priority order for women who have not undertaken the expected follow-up of an abnormal result. During November and December 2018, the Register commenced sending reminders to women who are overdue for their next routine
My Health Record – Minfos ‘How To’ Videos
Four ‘how to’ Minfos videos have been published to assist providers using the My Health Record system. These videos can be accessed below. Setting up access to My Health Record Viewing a Patient’s My Health Record Uploading Dispense Records to My Health Record My Health Record Patient Consent and Controls Click here to visit the
Gold Coast Health Clinical Trials
Gold Coast Health has released a new clinical trials list on their website for GPs to advise patients on additional treatment options. The clinical trial information includes details about active trials in multiple clinical areas from cardiovascular and oncology through to paediatrics. Office for Research Governance and Development Director, Dr Greta Ridley, spoke about the
Local Practice Manager Wins Award
Picture courtesy of GP Synergy. L-R: Prof Lyn Fragar AO, Ms Tara Webster. Tara Webster of CHC Medical was named North Coast Practice Manager of the Year at GP Synergy’s Seasonal Celebration and Awards Night in Coffs Harbour during December 2018. Tara has ten year’s experience as a practice manager, including 18 months at CHC
University of Sydney Survey: Atrial Fibrillation (AF) and other arrhythmias
Author: Dr. Kam Cheong Wong MBBS(QLD), BE(NUS), MSc(NUS), FRACGP PhD candidate profile (Faculty of Medicine, University of Sydney) To know my GPSAFER project, click: https://redcap.sydney.edu.au/surveys/?s=RPH8AY9NNN Clinical Senior Lecturer, University of Sydney. General Practitioner/ Primary Care Physician. Does it concern you that Atrial Fibrillation (AF) and other arrhythmias are of increasing prevalence in the community? As
Neurologist Consulting in Port Macquarie
Commencing late January, Dr Tom Wellings, Neurologist, will be consulting at the NCPHN Specialist Clinic rooms, 53 Lord Street, Port Macquarie. Tom is a general neurologist from John Hunter Hospital. He attended Hastings Primary School in Port Macquarie before moving to Sydney with his family. He trained at UNSW, received the RACP College medal for
Local Ballina Doctors Honoured for Outstanding Service to Their Community
The NSW Rural Doctors Network (RDN) has recognised two Ballina GPs. Dr Ian Falson and Dr Chris McKenzie both received The Rural Medical Service Award for their long-standing medical service to the Ballina community. The awards were presented by the NSW RDN during its annual Rural GPs Conference dinner that was held on Saturday 1
