HealthPathways update – June 2026

Pictured: Port Macquarie, NSW   HealthPathways offers clinicians locally agreed information to make the right decisions together with patients, at the point of care. The pathways are designed primarily for general practice teams, but are also available to specialists, allied health professionals, and other health professionals in your region. Check out the recently reviewed and

Weight management in adults: A broader, patient-centred approach

The Weight Management in Adults HealthPathway has been updated to reflect current evidence, national policy, and local service arrangements. This pathway has been localised for our region and developed in conjunction with local endocrinologists, general physicians and allied health clinicians. It places stronger emphasis on the complex biological, psychological, social and environmental determinants of weight.

New CPD features on HealthPathways: Register now for full access

Pictured: Bellingen, NSW.   HealthPathways now offers built in tools that allow clinicians to easily record learning, save reflections, and generate RACGP or ACRRM ready CPD reports. To access the CPD tools, register for an individual HealthPathways account. Register to unlock: CPD report creation and export Automatic reflection capture Personalised learning notes A complete record

Improving endometriosis care: Updated guidance for GP management

The endometriosis HealthPathway has recently been updated to provide GPs with a comprehensive framework for the diagnosis and management of endometriosis. Key takeaways of the updated pathway include: ultrasound is now recommended as the first-line investigation to support diagnosis. Surgery is no longer required as an initial diagnostic step first-line hormonal therapy should be offered to

HealthPathways update – March 2026

Pictured: Sawtell, NSW HealthPathways offers clinicians locally agreed information to make the right decisions together with patients, at the point of care. The pathways are designed primarily for general practice teams, but are also available to specialists, allied health professionals, and other health professionals in your region. Check out the new, recently reviewed and updated

Essential HealthPathways for residential aged care

Used across the health system, HealthPathways is a free, evidence based online resource developed by local clinicians for local clinicians, including RACH teams. It provides practical, localised guidance to support decision making and care for common resident needs including: Managing deterioration Cognitive decline End of life dupport Wound care Advance care planning  and much more…

HealthPathways update – January 2026

Pictured: Kingscliff NSW.   HealthPathways offers clinicians locally agreed information to make the right decisions together with patients, at the point of care. The pathways are designed primarily for general practice teams, but are also available to specialists, allied health professionals, and other health professionals in your region. Check out the recently reviewed and updated

Don’t miss out: Unlock your own HealthPathways experience!

Pictured: Dr Sarah Mollard, HealthPathways Clinical Editor Lead and Medical Educator.   More than 1,000 clinicians have already made the switch… have you? The Mid and North Coast HealthPathways site has been upgraded, and your individual login is the key to a stack of powerful new features designed to make your clinical work faster, easier,

HealthPathways update – October 2025

HealthPathways offers primary care clinicians locally agreed information to make the right decisions, together with patients, at the point of care. This month, there are a number of pathways that have been reviewed and updated: Clinical Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Assessment Acute Otitis Media Adult Sepsis (Including Meningitis) Advance Care Planning Anaphylaxis Antenatal

Use My Health Record to improve use of Advance Care Directives

An Advance Care Directive (ACD) is a legally binding record of decisions or statements that describes a person’s future preferences relating to medical treatment, to inform healthcare decisions, when a person loses capacity. Supporting a patient to develop an Advance Care Directive ensures they receive patient-centred care that aligns with their values and wishes, when

HealthPathways update – September 2025

HealthPathways a free online, peer-reviewed clinical decision support tool for healthcare professionals that provides locally agreed-upon guidance for assessing and managing medical conditions. Check out the new and updated pathways below: New HealthPathways Transgender Health – Specialist Referrals Reviewed and updated HealthPathways Clinical: Acute Chest Pain and Acute Coronary Syndrome Antenatal Care – Initial Visits

Calling GPs with a special interest in menopause

HealthPathways is currently in the process of reviewing the Menopause pathway. We have also developed a new Menopause Specialised Referrals and Advice page and would like to include GPs with a special interest in this area. Your inclusion on this page will contribute to the development of a resource that supports timely, appropriate care for