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The Australasian Faculty of Occupational & Environmental Medicine aims for excellence in the standard of training and practice of Occupational Medicine in Australasia. Occupational Physicians are consultants in the effects of work on health and health on work, and strive continually for acceptable working conditions in all facets of industry. |
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Australasian Faculty of Occupational & Environmental Medicine
145 Macquarie Street Sydney, NSW 2000
ph: (02) 9256 9603
afoem@racp.edu.au
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AFOEM eNewsletter 17 April 2009 |
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Another week passes by! Welcome to this week's edition of the AFOEM eNews.
We hope that everyone has had a pleasant break over the Easter break.
These ebulletins are best viewed in html. Simply click on the item of interest (left) and you will be taken straight to that item.
An archive of all previous Newsletters (since 2002) are available on the Faculty website.
As always, if you would like to contribute an item to the next eNewsletter please email a paragraph to afoem@racp.edu.au by Tuesday of the publishing week.
Contact us
Executive Officer AFOEM
Andy Messner
(02) 9256 9602
Andrew.Messner@racp.edu.au
Fascimile: (02) 9247 8082
Administrative Officer AFOEM
Daniel Cheung
(02) 9256 9603
Daniel.Cheung@racp.edu.au
CPD Administrator | AFOEM, AFPHM & AFRM
Natali Vlatko
(02) 9256 9608
Natali.Vlatko@racp.edu.au
Project Officer | RACP Faculties & Chapters
Neridah Callaghan
(02) 9256 9636
Neridah.Callaghan@racp.edu.au
Disclaimer
Although AFOEM takes all reasonable steps to ensure this email does not contain malicious software, AFOEM does not accept responsibility for the consequences if any person's computer inadvertently suffers any disruption to services, loss of information, harm or is infected with a virus, other malicious computer program or code that may occur as a consequence of receiving this email.
Unless stated otherwise, this email represents only the views of the sender and not the views of AFOEM.
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Annual Training Meeting & Faculty Dinner |
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Annual Training Meeting | Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 May, 2009
Please note that due to venue capacity, for the time being, the 2009 ATM will be limited to Trainees and Educational Supervisors (eg, Mentors).
A program overview is now available for viewing in additional to the flyer, program schedule and registration form. Please note that a hard copy and other relevant materials will be mailed to all ATM registrants 1 week prior to the event.
2009 Faculty Dinner | Monday 18, May 2009
The 2009 Faculty Dinner will be held on Monday 18, May 2009 at the Royal Automobile Club of Australia (89 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000). Limited seating is available. Registration for the Faculty Dinner will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that the Faculty Dinner is NOT the same as the RACP Physicians Week Dinner held on Tuesday 19, May 2009.
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2009 AFOEM Demographics Study |
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Paging ALL Doctors, you are required in the Survey Room!
Thank you to all those who have already participated in the online survey. We are now sitting right on 50%. Our target is 70%! Due to this, we have decided to extend the closing date for the final time. Don't miss out on your chance to not only win one of three copies of LaDou's book but also make a positive impact to the direction of the Faculty.
The aim of this study is to provide precise information on the Fellows and Trainees that make up the Faculty. This information will help provide insight into the current state of the Faculty, the future direction and the training needs of the Faculty. The 2009 AFOEM Demographics Study is different from the previous RACP survey, in that we have designed it to focus specifically on the needs of our Faculty’s Fellows and Trainees.
The responses to this study will be anonymous.Fellows and Trainees who complete the 2009 AFOEM Demographics Study will go into a draw for a chance to win one of three copies of Joseph LaDou's "Current Occupational And Environmental Medicine: Fourth Ed" - as long as an 70% response rate has been achieved.
Click here to begin the online questionnaire.
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Physicians Week & AFOEM ASM 2009 |
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17-20 May 2009 | Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre
With an exciting program in development, Physicians Week 2009 will be an interesting and educational Congress to expand your knowledge, expertise and to enhance friendships with your colleagues. Visit the website for more information on the program, social functions and tours available. Online registration is encouraged.
We look forward to welcoming you to Sydney in May 2009!
Annual Scientific Meeting | 19-20 May, 2009
The 2009 ASM is held in conjunction with RACP Physicians Week. Registration for the ASM is only available through the Physicians Week.
In order to register and pay for the AFOEM ASM, select the "Two Day Registration (19-20, May 2009)" option. Please note that unlike previous years, registration for the 2009 ASM can only be done online through the Physicians Weeks Congress Managers (Tour Hosts Pty Ltd).
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Dates For Your Diary |
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For a complete Faculty calendar, please visit the Faculty website.
NSWRC Meeting
- Friday 24, April 2009
- 5.30PM - 6.30PM
- Via teleconference
Education Committee of AFOEM Meeting
- Thursday 29, April 2009
- 9.30PM - 4.00PM
- RACP, 145 Macquarie St, Sydney, NSW
AFOEM 2009 ATM
RACP Physicians Week 2009
2009 Faculty Dinner
AFOEM 2009 ASM in Conjunction with RACP Physicians Week 2009
- Tuesday 19 - Wednesday 20 May, 2009
- Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour, NSW
- Program details to date
- Register here
RACP College Ceremony
- Sunday, 17 May 2009
- Bayside Auditorium A, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour, Sydney
- 4.00 - 6.00PM (Sydney local time)
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External Events |
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Medical Humanities Professional Development Course
- Thursday 30, April - Friday 1, May 2009
- 9.00AM - 5.00PM
- Darlington Centre Board Room, University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW
- Further information, registration & enquiries to:
Dr Claire Hooker
claireh@med.usyd.edu.au
0430116117
HFESA Professional Development Session
- Wednesday 6, May 2009
- 7.00PM start (Melbourne local time)
- 222 Exhibition St, Melbourne, Room 24-BCD
- Working as an Expert Witness - Mr Mark Dohrmann
- Registration and further details: Glen Smith or (03) 9641 1881
Monash Certificate in Clinical Occupational Medicine
- Monday 22, June - Friday 26, June 2009
- Monash Centre for Occupational and Environmental Health (MonCOEH)
- Limited numbers only
- Registration and further details
- Registration closes Friday 22, May 2009
Preventive Health Summit 2009
Practical Occupational Health Surveillance Course
- Thursday 25 - Friday 26 June, 2009
- UNSW Kensington Campus, Sydney NSW
- 2 day course | 5 MOPS/CPD points
- Contact: Dr Kelvin Wooller or (02) 9385 6099
Health Insurance Summit
ANSZOM 2009 ASM
- Wednesday 12 - Saturday 15, August 2009
- Hyatt Coolum Resort, QLD
- RE: Fit to work
- View the Flyer
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Return to Work |
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The Resource for Return to Work Professionals
Mary Wyatt and Anna Kelsey-Sugg have been putting together a draft Code of Ethics for Return to Work Coordinators. They would really appreciate feedback from AFOEM members (ideas, suggestions and critque).
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Two-Day Professional Development Course |
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Dignity
The Medical Humanities program at the University of Sydney is offering a two day professional development course exploring human dignity in health care.
Dignity is usually regarded as being a core human value in medicine, with patients finding loss of dignity one of the most challenging aspects of the experience of critical illness. This course explores the sensory, embodied, conceptual, and ethical components of dignity through expert-led conversations, academic research and the creative arts. Participants will be encouraged to challenge and share their ideas and experiences about dignity in health care with their peers.
Questions covered include:
- What are the facets and attributes of dignity? How does it feel and how is it recognised?
- What issues respecting dignity arise in the practitioner-patient relationship? How should these be addressed?
- Why does dignity matter?
- What are the clinical implications of dignity and its loss?
- How can we use the humanities and creative arts to further understand dignity in health care?
The course will meet for two days, Thursday 30 April (9-5PM), Friday 1 May (9-5PM) in the Darlington Centre Board Room on the main campus of the University of Sydney.
For more information and registration form, please contact Dr Claire Hooker: claireh@med.usyd.edu.au or 0430 116 117.
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Expressions of Interest |
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AFOEM Trainee Representative for the Policy & Advocacy Committee
Expressions of interest are requested for the position of Trainee Representative for the Policy & Advocacy Committee of AFOEM.
Please send a brief email outlining what you would bring to the position to Andy Messner. The Trainee Representative will be appointed by the Chair of the Policy & Advocacy Committee, Dr Mary Wyatt.
Outline of the position:
- Attend Faculty P&A Committee meetings (3-4 per year, predominately by teleconference)
- Provide advice to the Chair and other members of the Faculty P&A Committee
- Assist in establishing and further developing the policies of the Faculty
- The Trainee representative will be a current Trainee
The position is for a two year term.
For further information on this position, please contact:
Andrew Messner
andrew.messner@racp.edu.au
Executive Officer, AFOEM
Dr Mary Wyatt
mywatt@ozemail.com.au
Chair, Policy & Advocacy Committee of AFOEM
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RACP Policy & Advocacy Update |
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National Code of Conduct
The final draft of the Code of Conduct for Doctors in Australia has been released.
This draft of the code reflects feedback from the extensive, national consultation process with the medical profession and the community conducted during 2008. As a result of the consultation process, we are confident the code now defines the standards of practice that doctors and the community generally agree are reasonable for doctors to uphold.
The College has an opportunity to make a submission regarding the draft code. Please forward you comments to Yvonne.Luxford@racp.edu.au by Friday, May 8th.
Media Training at Physicians Week
The College will be holding a half day media training session on Sunday, 17 May 2009 from 9am at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre.
This session will increase participants' understanding of how the media works and how messages need to be delivered. This grounding in media relations will be reinforced by mock interviews with feedback on techniques, messaging and what parts of the interview a journalist might cover. Fellows and Trainees will receive a detailed workbook covering the content of the presentation.
The cost will be $550 per participant - and morning tea is included!
For further information or to express an interest in attending this training session, please contact Yvonne Luxford at the RACP on Ph: + 61 2 9256 9604 or via email Yvonne.Luxford@racp.edu.au
Senate Inquiry into National Registration Scheme for Doctors and Other Health Professionals
We strongly encourage you to contribute to the College submission to this Inquiry. Please email your comments to Karen.Steadman@racp.edu.au by April 22.
Congress Program
The Policy and Advocacy streams for Physicians Week can now be viewed here.
Recent College Submissions
The College has recently made submissions to the Therapeutics Goods Administration on two matters - the Use of Third Party Conformity Assessment Bodies for Medical Devices Supplied in Australia and the Levels and Kinds of Evidence for Listed Medicines with Indications and Claims for Weight Loss.
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Practical Occupational Health Surveillance Course |
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Thursday 25 - Friday 26 June, 2009 | UNSW Kensington Campus, Sydney NSW
This is a core course (SESC9630 Occupational Medicine) in the graduate programs in occupational medicine at The University of New South Wales: Graduate Certificate in Occupational Rehabilitation, Graduate Diploma and Masters in Science and Technology in Occupational Medicine.
Dr Kelvin Wooller, Occupational Physician, Senior Lecturer, School of Risk and Safety Sciences, UNSW will conduct the course at the Kensington campus, Sydney. This 2-day course is eligible for 5 MOPS points and is particularly suitable for occupational physician trainees or anyone wishing to update on a range of current occupational medicine issues or conduct occupational health surveillance. Medical practitioners who have successfully completed this course may apply to WorkCover NSW for authorisation to conduct statutory medical examinations.
Course topics:
- Information resources in Occupational Health Surveillance
- Principles of Occupational Health Surveillance
- Special issues in Occupational Health Surveillance (dermatitis, cancer, respiratory conditions, musculoskeletal conditions, noise and audiometry)
- Health surveillance in industry and pitfalls to avoid
Dr Wooller also lectures in the Basic Curriculum Course of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. He will attempt to give an international perspective to the local and national issues discussed in the course. Other lecturers in the course will also contribute according to their particular areas of expertise.
For further information contact Dr Kelvin Wooller on (+61) 02 9385 6099 or alternatively K.Wooller@unsw.edu.au.
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Australian Museum Eureka Prize 2009 |
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20 Years of Rewarding Science
Sponsored by the NSW Office of Science and Medical Research, the Eureka Prize for Outstanding Research into the Health Aspects of Climate Change is awarded to an individual or research team.
The winner receives AUD $10,000. Entries close midnight (AEST) Friday 1, May 2009. Entries and nominations are now invited.
For further information on this prize, including how to enter, visit the Australian Museum website or email eureka@austmus.gov.au.
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Research & Education Foundation Awards & Scholarships 2010 |
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Research Entry Applications Closing - Monday 4, May 2009
The Research Entry Awards are designed to assist predominantly Advanced Trainees or younger Fellows commence a research career.
The Research and Education Foundation offers over 40 fellowships and scholarships within the following categories, although not all are offered each year:
- Research Entry Scholarships - Closing 4 May
- Post Higher Degree Awards – Closing 29 June
- The Jacquot Awards – Closing 31 August
- Rural & Remote Practitioners Awards - Closing 29 June
- Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine Awards – Closing 29 June
- Chapter of Sexual Health Medicine Awards – Closing 29 June
- Specialty Society Awards
- New Zealand Awards Closing 31 August
- Eric Susman Prize - Closing 29 June
To view the range of awards and entry requirements of the Foundation, visit the the RACP website here.
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Research Fellowships & Scholarships Awards 2010 |
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Sevier Staff Research Fellowship 2010
- Closing: 29th June 2009
- Purpose: To further research in internal medicine or paediatrics
- Value: AUD $10,000
- Eligibility: Fellows or Advanced Trainees of the RACP or its Faculties or Chapters (awardees will be less than 5 years from the award of their higher degree or less than 2 years after return from overseas; provide salary support; other support such as laboratory setup costs or a short term Research Assistant appointment)
- Tenable: Australia
The Fellowship is made available by a grant from staff of Servier Laboratories Pty Ltd.
Ruth Gledhill Grant 2009
- Closing: 4th May 2009
- Purpose: Further research into the ethical aspect of medicine, in particular CVD
- Value: AUD $10,000
- Eligibility: Fellows or Advanced Trainees of the RACP or its Faculties or Chapters in Australia and New Zealand
- Priority: To undertake research or training overseas
The Fellowship is made available by a grant from Miss Ruth Gledhill
For more information or to obtain an application form, please contact the Research Grants Administrator via email or visit the College website.
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ANZSOM ASM 2009 |
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