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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 eNews: Friday 17, July 2009 |
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Welcome to this week's edition of the AFOEM eNews.
Welcome to this week's edition of the AFOEM eNews.
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.
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.
Contact us
Senior 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 (Part Time: Weds - Fri)
Neridah Callaghan
(02) 9256 9636
Neridah.Callaghan@racp.edu.au
Project Reserach Officer AFOEM Strategic Project (Part Time: Mon)
Heidi Williams
Heidi.Williams@racp.edu.au
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Dates For Your Diary |
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AFOEM Executive Committee Meeting
- Wednesday 22, July 2009
- 8.15 - 9.30AM
Training Status Report Deadline
- Friday 31, July 2009
- Report for January to June 2009
- Download the form and forward to Supervisor and DoT with cc to faculty office
WOMIG
- Friday 31, July 2009
- 9.00AM - 4.00PM (New Zealand local time)
- Seabridge House, 110 Featherson St, Wellington
SA Regional Committee Meeting
- Saturday 1, August 2009
- Venue: TBC
NSW Trainee Review Meeting
- Monday 3, August 2009
- 5.30PM - 7.00PM
- KPEC, RPAH, Camperdown, NSW
AFOEM CPD Subcommittee Meeting
- Wednesday 5, August 2009
- via teleconference
SA Training/Educational Meeting - Clinical Gait Analysis
- Thursday 6, August 2009
- Waverley House, St Andrews Hospital
- 6.00PM
- Guest speakers: Chris Bishop & Paul Townsend (Podiatrists)
Assessment Subcommittee Meeting
- Friday 7, August 2009
- 3.00PM - 5.00PM
- via teleconference
Remote Area Trainees Teleconference
- Thursday 20, August 2009
- Midday - 1.30PM (Brisbane local time)
QLD Training Review Meeting
- Thursday 20, August
- 5.30PM - 7.30PM (Brisbane local time)
SA Training/Educational Meeting - Synergism
- Thursday 20, August 2009
- Benson's Radiology, Melbourne St, North Adelaide
- 6.00PM
- Guest speaker: Marilyn Patterson (OT)
Written Examination
- Saturday 5 - Sunday 6, September 2009
- Various locations (TBA)
Practical Examination
- Saturday 7 - Sunday 8, November 2009
- Royal Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, VIC
2010 Annual Training Meeting & Faculty Training Day
- Saturday 20 - Sunday 21, March 2010
- Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, VIC
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External Events |
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SSRS: Webinar
- Tuesday 21, July 2009
- A one-hour education session on Diabetes and the use of insulin in the remote context will be held via webinar (internet and teleconference)
- 8.00PM (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS)
- 7.30PM (NT, SA)
- 6.00PM (WA)
- Presenter: Dr Ashim Sinha
- This session is sponsored through the SSRS, a program of the Australian Government and the Committee of Presidents of Medical Colleges (CPMC)
- RSVP: Melinda Keresztes by Monday 13, July 2009
Health Insurance Summit
The Disability & Age Discrimination Law Reform Summit
ANSZOM 2009 ASM
- Wednesday 12 - Saturday 15, August 2009
- Hyatt Coolum Resort, QLD
- RE: Fit to work
- View the Flyer
National Workplace Safety Summit
- Thursday 27 - Friday 28, August 2009
- Brisbane Marriott, QLD
- AFOEM President Ross Mills will be guest speaking on "Presenteeism, absenteeism and barriers to RTW"
- Click for flyer
- Click to register
SimTech Health 2009 Simulation Conference
- Monday 7 - Friday 11, September 2009
- Hilton on the Park, Melbourne, VIC
- RE: Beyond technical skills
- Click for further details
Consensus on Neck Pain
- Saturday 19 - Sunday 20, September 2009
- Crowne Plaza Hotel, Canberra
- An interactive workshop featuring "Insight into Alfresco Share"
- EOIs to Jayne Lakeland
Know Cancer in the Workplace - National Forum
- Thursday 10, December 2009
- University House, Australian National University, Canberra
- Further information contact education@cancerwa.asn.au
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2010 AFOEM ATM / Faculty Training Day |
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Saturday 20 - Sunday 21, March 2010 | Melbourne
The 2010 Annual Training Meeting / Facutly Training Day will be held in March 2010 at the Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, VIC. Saturday 20, March 2009 will be dedicatd to AFOEM trainees with the theme being "Environment".
Sunday 21, March 2009 will be open to all AFOEM members and will include Ramazzini presentations, Annual Members Meeting and a presentation by the 2010 Fergurson-Glass Orator Dr John Osman. The program for both days will be finalised and distributed in the upcoming month.
Following the RACP Ceremony, the Annual Faculty Dinner will be held on the Sunday evening at The Terrace.
Note: The Annual Scientific Meeting will be run in conjunction with WCIM 2010.
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WCIM 2010 Melbourne |
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20 - 25 March, 2010
The World Congress of Internal Medicine 2010 Melbourne in conjunction with Physicians Week is coming around quickly. With an exciting and educational program in development this is a Congress that you should be sure not to miss.
Be sure to submit your abstract for consideration in either the WCIM 2010 Melbourne or Physicians Week 2010 programs before the deadline of 30 August 2009.
For more information on registration, abstract submissions and the exciting social program on offer, we encourage you to continue visiting the website. To receive regular updates on WCIM 2010 Melbourne in conjunction with Physicians Week, please visit the website and register your interest now.
Please be aware that the 2010 AFOEM Annual Scientific Meeting is part of the WCIM 2010 program.
Don't Forget to Submit Your Abstract
Abstract submissions for WCIM 2010 Melbourne are now open at the WCIM website. All Fellows are encouraged to submit and abstract for consideration in the program to show the world the great talent of Australia and New Zealand's physicians. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of the biggest internal medicine congress in the Southern Hemisphere in 2010. As a host of WCIM, the Royal Australasian College of Physicians would like to showcase the knowledge and expertise that the RACP has to offer our international delegates.
Abstract submissions close on 18 September 2009, however, make sure you get in early so you don't forget and miss your opportunity!
We hope to receive your abstract soon!
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Did You Miss Physicians Week 2009? |
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Tsk Tsk!!
Not to worry, many of the sessions from Physicians Week 2009 were recorded and are now available for purchase. This educational and stimulating program was one not to be missed, so this is the ideal opportunity to catch up on what you missed out on.
To place an order or for more information, please visit the Physicians Week website and visit the home page.
Delegates who attended Physicians Week 2009 are also encouraged to purchase these CD's for a record of the great sessions and presentations made throughout the Congress.
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Position Vacant |
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Medical Practitioner, Adelaide
- Monday to Friday "Part Time"
- Occupational Healthcare
- Adelaide Location
- Excellent Remuneration
Jobfit is a leading national organisation providing innovative occupational healthcare services to many leading Australian and South Australian organisations. Due to continued growth Jobfit is looking for a motivated, customer focused medical practitioner to join our enthusiastic team. The initial hours of work will be 3-4 days per week with the possibility of full time in the future.
The successful applicant will have strong clinical skills with experience in the undertaking of pre-employment medical assessments, work injury and illness management, musculoskeletal injury management and occupational medicine advice to employers. Experience in occupational medicine will be highly regarded. Preference may be given to an Occupational Physician trainee of the RACP Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, or to an applicant who qualifies for entry into the program.
The applicant must be able to reside and be registered in South Australia and hold a current driver’s license.
For further information or to apply please contact:
Mr Steven Harvey
National General Manager
Phone (08) 8373 4068
steven.harvey@jobfit.com.au
To discuss any of the medical aspects of the position please contact:
Dr Christopher Kelly
Medical Director Jobfit
Phone (08) 8373 4068
chris.kelly@jobfit.com.au
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RACP Policy & Advocacy Update |
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The Quality Health Care Conversation - Consultation in National Safety and Quality Framework
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in HealthCare (ACSQHC) has released a discussion paper on their proposed National Safety and Quality Framework. The framework is designed to guide action to improve the safety and quality of the care provided in all health care settings over the next decade.The proposed framework was developed in consultation with consumers, clinicians, and health service managers. The Quality Health Care Conversation aims to engage with a wider audience and seek their feedback on the directions established in the proposed National Safety and Quality Framework. We will use this feedback to prioritise the strategies listed in the discussion paper and to make recommendations for future action to improve the safety and quality of health care in Australia.
The Commission has included a list of specific questions on the website as guidance for contributors, and is seeking feedback from all health system stakeholder.
If you would like to contribute to this submission, then please send comments to Karen Steadman, at quality@racp.edu.au, or on (02) 9256 9632, before Monday 10, August 2009.
Inquiry into Chronic Diseases - QLD Social Development Committee
The Queensland Parliament is undertaking an inquiry into the impact of chronic diseases on Queensland communities and the steps that can be taken to reduce the incidence of chronic disease in our communities. Information on this inquiry is attached.
In undertaking this inquiry the Committee will consider:
- programs that can help communities embrace healthier lifestyles
- potential enhancements to service delivery, particularly improvements fostering coordinated approaches and which focus on prevention and early intervention
- the impact of potential investment in new and innovative research focused on chronic disease prevention; and
- programs which can encourage children and young people to develop and maintain individual responsibility for their own health and well-being throughout their adult lives
The College's Policy and Advocacy Unit is seeking expertise and input on this matter. If you have any comments on this inquiry, then please could you forward them to Karen Steadman, Senior Policy Officer, by Tuesday 21, July 2009.
Healthcare Indentifiers and Privacy
The Australian Health Ministers Conference has launched a consultation on Healthcare Identifiers and Privacy.
Please forward your comments for a combined College submission to Alexandra Lipman by Wednesday 5, August 2009.
Recognising and Responding to Clinical Deterioration
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has commenced a new program of work with the goal of improving the recognition of and response to clinical deterioration in hospitals and other acute care facilities.
Please forward your comments to Karen Steadman by Monday 7, September 2009.
Future of Congress
If you have yet to forward your comments on the article in the last RACP News to Yvonne Luxford please do so as soon as possible.
Position Available on NPS Board
The National Prescribing Service has opened nominations for a position of "Additional" Director.
If you would like to be considered as the College's nominee, please contact Melinda Keresztes for the full nomination pack.
Preferred candidates will be interviewed by the NPS during the week commencing 14 September. Please see the NPS website for details of NPS operations. Nominations must reach the College by Tuesday 11, August 2009.
Submission Available to Read
Thank you to all Fellows and Trainees who have contributed ideas to these submissions.
Shalom Gamarda - Great Art for a Great Cause
Shalom Gamarada is a residential scholarship program for Indigenous medical students at the University of NSW. Its aim is to increase the number of Aboriginal doctors who will then help to improve health outcomes and the quality of life of Indigenous Australians. Scholarships are funded from proceeds of an Annual Art Exhibition, donations and endowments.
The Art Exhibition runs from July 19 - July 26 at Shalom College, UNSW.
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Inaugural Indigenous Cardiovascular Health Conference |
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Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand
The CSANZ is holding the Inauguarl Indigenous Cardiovascular Health Conference at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre from the 16-17 August 2009.
The 2009 Conference on Indegenous Cardiovascular Health will provide a unique program which will focus on the signifcant cardiovascular health inequalities in indigenous populations with the aim of developing programs and policies which will improve cardiovascular health outcomes. Participation is open to all persons interested in Indigenous Cardiovascular Health.
Website: www.csanz.edu.au
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Mangement of Specific Respiratory Tract Infections |
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National Prescribing Service
The National Prescribing Service Ltd (NPS) develops and implements multifaceted intervention programs to improve prescribing and medicine use.
Management of specific respiratory tract infections is the latest therapeutic program. This program addresses the limited role of antibiotics in respiratory tract infections and gives prescribers the facts to be confident prescribing symptomatic treatments.
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ACHS Workshop Calendar |
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The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards
Please note that the ACHS Workshop Calendar for July to December 2009 is now available at: www.achs.org.au/educationandsupports/. You will find links to registration forms on the calendar.
If you require further information, please contact ACHS on (02) 9281 9955.
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Australasian Association for Quality in Health Care |
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Invitation for Fellowship or Associate Fellow Creditial Status
The Australasian Association for Quality in Health Care (AAQHC) is an independent, not-for-profit, membership association which promotes quality and safety in health care.
The association serves its membership drawn from all sectors of the Health Care Industry by:
- Supporting and encouraging individuals and organisations seeking to provide optimal health care and services to consumers;
- Its authoritative voice on quality improvement issues in health care;
- Providing opportunities for communication and co-operation, as well as exchange of ideas and experiences;
- Facilitating and supporting on-going education and development through scholarships and sponsorship;
- Recognising qualifications and experience through credentialing.
The AAQHC is inviting you the opportunity to gain Fellowship or Associate Fellow credential status through the self-assessment process followed by an examination by a Board of Examiners for Fellow status.
The benefits are a formal recognition by an Australasian professional organisation and entitlement to use the post-nominals FAAQHC or AFAAQHC.
Further information is available on the AAQHC website including a list of Professional Development and Credentialing (PDAC) representatives and flowcharts explaining the process. Inquiries may also be directed to registrar@aaqhc.org.au.
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Implementation of the Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights |
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Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare
The Australian Health Ministers adopted the Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights in 2008 for use in Australia. You may recall the Charter specifies the key rights of patients and consumers when seeking or receiving healthcare services and is applicable to all health settings including public/private hospitals, general practice, and branded with organisational logos or colour scheme.
Further information about the Australian Charter on Healthcare Rights is available from the Commission's website. Should you have any questions about this initiative please contact the manager for this program, Dr Nicola Dunbar on (02) 9263 3638 or via email on nicola.dunbar@safetyandquality.gov.au.
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Windemere Foundation Health Services Fellowships |
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Improvements in Health and Wellbeing
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Internal Medicine Journal |
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Extra Extra! Read All About It
The Internal Medicine Journal (IMJ) is the official journal of the Adult Medicine Division of The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP).
All members of RACP have free member access to current and past IMJ articles - to access the journal via electronic database using your RACP login please click here. For access via the RACP website, please click here.
The journal has a sub-specialty editors in (Occupational and Environmental Medicine/Public Health Medicine/Palliative Medicine), as well as ethics and continuing medical education. Papers from all areas of medical practice and science are considered.
If you wish to receive a hard copy of the journal, please send your request to the Internal Medicine Journal.
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Climate Change and Health |
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Doctors for the Environment Australia
The World Health Organisation estimates that one quarter of global disease and one third of that in children is due to modifiable environmental factors. If humanity is to make progress in solving the major issues of our time, all sections of the community will need to contribute.
Doctors for the Environment Australia aims to utilise the skills of members of the medical profession to address the ill health resulting from damage to the natural environment at local, national and global levels. Our concerns range from the health aspects of climate change to the environmental aspects of children’s health and to the local cardio-respiratory effects of transport pollution.
Doctors for the Environment Australia is a voluntary organisation of medical doctors in all states and territories. We work to address the diseases – local, national and global – caused by damage to the earth’s environment. For example, climate change will bring to Australia an increased burden of heat stroke, injury from fire and storm, infectious diseases and social disruption and mental illness, whilst in the developing world it will bring famine and water shortage.
The medical profession has a proud record of service to the community. This record not only includes personal clinical care, but also involvement in global issues that threaten the future of humanity. We aim to use our scientific and medical skills to educate governments and industry, the public and our colleagues by developing educational materials such as Policies and Posters and by direct contact, in the endeavour to highlight the medical importance of our natural environment. To our patients we try to provide a role model in the care of the environment for this is part of a preventative health ethos.
The College has formed a Working Party on Climate Change with their first meeting next week. Our representative on the Working Party is Dr James Ross.
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Changed Your Contact Details Recently? |
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Postman Pat & His Black and White Cat
AFOEM hopes to maintain a lifelong relationship with you, but to do so it is important that we keep your up-to-date details. Please notify us if you have recently changed your contact details.
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Competition Time |
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We Need You
We are seeking submissions for a catchy tagline that reflects the essence of occupational and environmental medicine.
Criteria for the catchphrase:
- No more than ten words
- Need to encapsulate the essence of the Australasian Faculty of Occupational & Environmental Medicine
- Be unique and represent the speciality of OEM
The AFOEM Council will make a decision on the best submission and the author of the winning catchphrase will receive an AFOEM tie and lapel pin.
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