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.
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