new program - RDAQ Conference

 RDAQ 2015 Program Thursday 4th June 2015 Session Time Pre RDAQ Dermatology workshop Bluewater II Sponsored by Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology 08:30‐16:30 Friday 5th June 2015 Session Time Pre RDAQ Ultrasound for rural practitioners workshop Bluewater II Sponsored by Sonosite ENT Workshop Rosser Sponsored by VorOtek RDAQ Pre Conference Rural Clinical Skills – for doctors in training Mossman ballroom Student orientation session Mossman ballroom RDAQ 2015 registration Ballroom foyer Student networking function Pool deck Delegate and trade informal networking Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer Conference welcome reception Thornton Peak Sponsored by Queensland Country Life 08:00 – 16:30 10:00 – 12:00 10:00 – 14:00 15:30 ‐ 17:00 16:00 ‐ 20:00 17:00 – 18:00 16:00 ‐ 18:00 18:00 – 20:00 Saturday 6th June 2015 Session Time Delegate and trade networking breakfast 07:15 – 08:15 Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer RDAQ 2015 registration 07:15 Ballroom foyer Welcome to country and conference welcome Grand ballroom 08:15 – 09:35 Presidents address Grand ballroom Keynote address Grand ballroom Plenary 1: Global connectedness: STAR project (Stand Together Against Racism) 09:35 – 10:45 Grand ballroom Morning tea 10:45 ‐ 11:15 Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer Concurrent sessions 1‐4 Clinical update stream Doctors in training stream Concurrent 2 Concurrent 3 Paediatrics RDAQ academic awards – medical student Bluewater II presentations Bluewater I Paediatrics is a particular priority for
RDAQ stream Concurrent 1 RDAQ members forum Ballroom 11:15 – 12:35 12:35 – 13:25 13:25 – 14:45 RDAQ members, don’t miss the
opportunity to discuss key policy and
governance issues prior to the AGM
(held later in the afternoon.) Agenda
items will be called for and confirmed
in advance of the session. All RDAQ
members are encouraged to attend. rural clinicians due to the frequency of
presentations of paediatric patients to
General Practitioners. Hear from one
of
north
Queensland's
most
experienced Paediatricians for an
update on common Paediatric
presentations and management Lunch Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer Sponsored by Australian Rural Doctor Concurrent sessions 5‐8 RDAQ Stream Doctors in training stream Clinical update stream Concurrent 5 Concurrent 7 Concurrent 6 Advocacy at the consult level –motivational The future is you – pathways to rural Advanced Musculoskeletal interviewing refresher practice Bluewater II Rosser Bluewater I Dr Geoff Harding builds on the skills
Ever feel like your recommendations
for lifestyle change fall on deaf ears?
Do you wish you could better motivate
your patients and community to take
charge of their choices and make a real
difference to their health? This session
provides a refresher on brief
intervention
and
motivational
interviewing techniques, giving you the
tools to empower your patients at the
consult level. taught in previous Musculoskeletal
workshops with advanced session for
GPs managing these conditions.
14:45 – 15:15 Afternoon tea Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer 14:45 – 16:15 14:45 – 16:15 18:00 – 21:30 RDAQ is proud to once again host the
finalists of the RDAQ academic prize
who will present their abstracts during
this session.
Presentations are
considered in awarding the overall
winner. All Queensland’s rural health
clubs are involved in showcasing a
new generation of rural doctors. This session will see RDAQ engage its
members both new and old and
question them in a panel format on
their inspirations, aspirations, advice
and hopes as they travel along their
own pathway in rural medicine. From
students to rural specialists, attendees
will join the facilitator and panellists
in an interactive discussion as they
share their own journey through rural
medicine.
Into the future stream Concurrent 4 Financial Planning Rosser Whatever stage of your career, this
session will leave you with some key
tips to plan your financial future.
RDAQ has invited an independent
financial planning specialist to lead the
session. Topics discussed will include
building a nest egg, income protection
and practical pearls of wisdom from
experienced rural doctors. Into the future stream Concurrent 8 Industrial literacy Ballroom The world of industrial negotiations can
be a minefield. Whether you are
negotiating a contract as a new registrar,
an experienced GP or, salaried medical
officer, this session will equip you better
to come to the table and negotiate for
your interests and conditions. The
session will focus on the practical aspect
of negotiations.
RDAQ AGM and member forum w/ afternoon tea Grand ballroom Trade exhibition viewing and networking Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer RDAQ family function – Cairns International Cruise Terminal RDAQ 2015 Program Time 07:00 ‐ 07:30 07:00 07:30 ‐ 09:10 08:00 – 09:10 09:10 – 09:30 09:30 – 10:10 10:10 ‐ 11:10 Sunday 7th June 2015 Session Reflection and memorial service (non‐denominational) Boardroom II RDAQ 2015 registration Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer Workforce breakfast Grand ballroom Sponsored by Health Workforce Queensland Networking breakfast Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer Rural Generalist Medicine awards Grand ballroom Plenary 2: Origins of outreach – Pioneering services into remote indigenous communities Grand ballroom Concurrent Sessions 9 ‐ 12 RDAQ stream Clinical update stream Doctors in training stream Concurrent 9 Concurrent 10 Concurrent 11 Beginning with the end in mind – Succession Mental Health Introduction to Cardiology planning part 1 Bluewater II Bluewater I Boardroom II Depression and Anxiety are some of the
Have you worked hard to build a
valuable medical practice? Or are you
planning to? Are you wondering how to
ensure your business continues to grow
when you move on? Learn from
industry experts about the ins and outs
of succession planning and how to
formulate a successful business plan
with your ideal end in mind.
Sponsored by Vividus
most commonly managed conditions in
rural General Practice. This session
helps doctors with evidence based care
they can deliver locally During this session Dr Spencer
Toombes will take us through the
basics of acute coronary syndrome
management in rural settings. This
session is suitable for students through
to registrars (but would also benefit
those wanting a general refresher in
cardiology management). Into the future stream Concurrent 12 Refugee/exhibition/emergency relief medicine Rosser Ever thought about going on an
adventure and having a unique
experience? We have several doctors
in our communities who have.
Working in unique settings and
providing emergency relief, refugee
and exhibition medicine also presents
unique medical experiences. Come
along and share their journeys. 11:10 – 11:30 RDAQ stream Concurrent 13 Marketing for success and the gracious exit – Succession planning part 2 Boardroom II 11:30 ‐ 12:30 12:30 ‐ 13:30 13:30 ‐14:00 14:00 ‐ 15:30 15:30 ‐ 16:00 16:00 ‐ 16:30 19:00 ‐ 19:25 19:25 – midnight Part of a successful succession plan
involves recruiting and retaining a
sustainable workforce - making your
practice an attractive place for
employees and patients. Those who’ve
been there know all too well that it’s not
always so simple. Learn practical tips
from industry experts about where to
start and the pitfalls to avoid. Morning tea Ballroom 3 Concurrent Sessions 13 ‐ 16 Clinical update stream Doctors in training stream Concurrent 14 Concurrent 15 Acute Overdose, Poisonings and Intoxication Medical Education – train the trainer, Bluewater II tricks and tips Bluewater I The rise in substance abuse disorders
and the variety of potential poisonings
rural patients can present with, are a
minefield for busy and isolated rural
GPs. Prof Tony Brown is an expert in
these areas and will be outlining the
keys to successful management of these
situations. This session is for those delegates
interested in where medical education
is now and where it might be heading
into the future. Our speakers will share
their experience across the domains of
medical education from university
medical schools through to the prevocational and vocational training.
Lunch Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer Sponsored by Australian Rural Doctors Treasuring our icons Grand Ballroom Medico‐political forum Grand ballroom Conference wrap up and close Grand ballroom Afternoon tea and networking with cash bar Tully I, II, III and ballroom foyer RDAQ 2015 David Horn memorial gala dinner pre drinks Ballroom foyer RDAQ 2015 David Horn memorial gala dinner and awards Grand ballroom Sponsored by Queensland Rural Medical Education Into the future stream Concurrent 16 Closing the Gap beyond the Politics Rosser Delivering Indigenous Health services
has a unique set of challenges - what
has and hasn't worked in the past, and
what strategies might be applied to
practically improve health outcomes,
and help close the gap into the future.
Hear from those who have a career of
first-hand experience in Indigenous
Health, and expect to be challenged and
inspired by the lessons they have to
share.