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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 27 March 2009 |
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It's Friday! 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.
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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2009 AFOEM Demographics Study |
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Go into the draw for a chance to win one of three copies of J. LaDou's "Current Occupational And Environmental Medicine 4th Ed".
Thank you to all those who have already participated in the online survey. We have so far a 37.5% response rate. Our target is 70%! Due to this, we have decided to extend the closing date.
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. The results of this study will be presented at the 2009 Annual Scientific Meeting (Wednesday 20, May 2009) and may be partially published on the Faculty website before then.
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.
Closing date: Friday 20, March 2009
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AFOEM ATM & Faculty Dinner 2009 |
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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.
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 schedule and overview will be added shortly and an updated Flyer will be uploaded to the Faculty website.
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Physicians Week & AFOEM ASM 2009 |
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Early Registration Deadline Extended | 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. The early registration deadline for Physicians Week 2009 is now Saturday 4, April 2009. Online registration is encouraged. Register now so you don't miss out on these discounted fees!
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. Early bird registration closes Saturday 4, April 2009. Please note that unlike previous years, registration for the 2009 ASM can only be done online.
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Dates For Your Diary |
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For a complete Faculty calendar, please visit the Faculty website.
NSW Regional Committee of AFOEM Meeting
- Friday 27, March 2009
- 5.30PM-6.30PM (Sydney local time)
- Level 9, 47 York St, Sydney
CPD/MOPS For 2008 Submission Deadline
- Wednesday 30, March 2009
- Online submisison of points from MyCPD
- Access requires online login/password
- All enquiries: Natali Vlatko or (02) 9256 9608
Trainee Annual Subscription (Early Bird) Deadline
Sydney Trainee Session With Dr David Goddard
- Thursday 2, April 2009
- 3.00PM-7.00PM (Sydney local time)
- Concord Repatriation General Hospital
- Enquiries: Garry Pearce or AOFOEM
NSW/SYD Trainee Meeting
- Monday 6, April 2009
- 5.30PM-7.00PM (Sydney local time)
- RPAH, Camperdown
- All Fellows & Trainees welcome to attend
- Scheduled for the first Monday of each calendar month (except May 2009)
- Enquiries: Naresh Verma
Education Committee of AFOEM Meeting
- Wednesday 8, April 2009
- 9.00AM-4.00PM (Sydney local time)
- 145 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW
AFOEM 2009 ATM
RACP Physicians Week 2009
- Sunday 17 - Wednesday 20, May 2009
- Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour, NSW
- Program details
- Registration
- Early bird registration extended till Saturday 4, April 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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Emergency Management of Severe Burns Workshop
- For rural Fellows and Trainees - Numbers are limited!
- Saturday 28, March 2009 | Launceston, TAS
- Saturday 4, July 2009 | Bendigo
- Saturday 10, October 2009 | Cairns, QLD
- Further details and registration: rural@racp.edu.au
AMA NSW Health Medical Careers Exhibition
- Saturday 4, April 2009
- 10.00AM - 4.00PM (Sydney local time)
- "Shannon Room", AJC Convention Centre, Royal Randwick Racecourse
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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Have You Lodged Your MOPS/CPD Points? |
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Date due: Monday 30, March 2009
This is a reminder to all that the due date for all MOPS/CPD points acquired between January 2008 and December 2009 is coming up soon! MOPS/CPD points may be submitted online via the Faculty website. Member access is required. For all enquiries please contact Natali Vlatko on (02) 9256 9608.
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My Medical Career |
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Have You Had Your 15 Minutes of Fame?
Our very own Dr Mary Wyatt is being featured on the frontpage of the My Medical Career website. We currently have two case studies featured on the website, Dr Wyatt and Dr Lillington. Have a read of their interviews and perhaps submit one yourself! Lets take advantage of this month's feature on Occupational & Environmental Medicine.
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Code of Conduct and Appeals Committees |
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Nominations invited for Medicines Australia Code of Conduct and Appeals Committees
The College (RACP) has been asked to nominate three representatives for the Medicines Australia Code of Conduct and Appeals Committees.
The Code of Conduct Committee meets third Monday of each month from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm at North Sydney. The Appeals Committee meets as required, generally late afternoon, at North Sydney.
Reimbursement for time and expenses is available. Nominees are required to provide a declaration of potential conflicting interests related to pharmaceutical companies. For further information about these committees, please send an email to the address below.
Applications are called from interested Fellows to send their CV and brief covering letter to policy@racp.edu.au by Monday 6th April.
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Update On The ESTP |
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Extended Settings for Specialist Training Program (ESTP)
The Expanded Settings for Specialist Training Program (ESTP) is an initiative of the Australian Government, implemented through the Department of Health and Ageing (DoHA). The Program is designed to develop and implement specialist training in a range of new settings to better reflect the changing nature of healthcare in Australia. The RACP participates in this Federal funding initiative alongside the other 12 Medical Specialist Colleges of Australia.
The Federal government has provided funding over 4 years for sites to develop alternative pathways for the education of physicians. These extended settings include: private clinics, Aboriginal Medical Services, private hospitals, community settings, non-clinical settings, regional, rural and remote settings, and ambulatory care settings. Placements under this program provide specialist trainees with the opportunity to gain access to a range of clinical experiences and treatment options that may not be available in metropolitan teaching hospitals. This program is particularly valuable for paediatric trainees.
The Federal government has approved funding for 115 new sites for RACP trainees nationwide in 2009. They vary from 3 month rotations to 12 month placements. To find out more details, you can view the current list of sites on the College website at the Trainees’ Cafe. Please get in touch with the Contact Person at each site to determine whether that position has been filled or not. If it has been filled in 2009, you may like to enquire about that position in 2010. The RACP strongly supports trainees undertaking part of their training program within these settings.
If you are an Overseas Trained Physician (OTP), you must be registered with the RACP in pursuit of Fellowship. You also need to contact the Department of Health and Ageing to confirm your suitability for this Program.
Further information on the ESTP program can be found at the Federal government’s website.
2010 And Onwards
Until DoHA has their annual budget meeting in May 2009, they are unable to confirm what the ESTP funding will be in 2010. Likewise, they are unable to confirm what the application process for funding in 2010 will be. From discussions held with DoHA, it is highly likely that those sites which were funded in 2009 will be offered repeat funding in 2010. The application process will be much less onerous that it was for funding in 2009. There may be a slight increase in the numbers of positions funded in 2010. Any site which would like to apply for funding in 2010 is strongly encouraged to ensure their site accreditation is current before applying for funding. Accreditation criteria can be found on the College website.
The College expects to have clear information by June 2009 regarding the number of positions available and the processes required to obtain funding in 2010. Any further enquiries can be directed to: estp@racp.edu.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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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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ANZSOM ASM 2009 |
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Research Fellowships & Scholarships Awards 2010 |
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In addition to the awards published in the "Research Fellowships & Scholarships Awards for 2010" publication, the following awards are available:
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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Volunteers Needed |
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Saturday 4, April 2009 | Shannon Room, AJC Convention Centre, Royal Randwick Racecourse
The College has again agreed to sponsor a booth at this year's AMA(NSW)/NSW Health Medical Careers Exhibition. The Medical Careers Exhibition is aimed at medical students and junior doctors to provide information on the various training programs and specialties available. This is the fourth year that the AMA(NSW) has held this Exhibition and last year it was attended by around 450 students, doubling the number attending in previous years. The RACP booth was very popular with students requesting information on their career direction as well as what was required in the various aspects of College training. A limited number of copies of the Requirements for Physician and Paediatric Training Handbook were printed from the College website and were extremely popular, both with the trainees and the physicians manning the booth. We are planning to have more promotional information available
for this year's Exhibition.
Volunteers are needed to man the booth
Download the flyer (PDF | 1.10MB)
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Continuing Professional Development Grant |
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The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) grant is an initiative set up by the RACP to promote and support educational initiatives for Fellows' CPD. The grant is intended as a seed fund to provide financial assistance for the organisation of an educational activity or set of acitivites for a community of Fellows that contribute to the CPD of Fellows. The grant is not intended to cover all costs involved.
All Fellows of the College from the Divisions, Chapters and Faculties are eligibile to apply for a grant.
Note: This fund is intended to support organisation of CPD activities for a community of Fellows (e.g., regional scientific meetings, updates, etc) and not for individual Fellows CPD undertaking.
For more information or to obtain a copy of the 2009 CPD grant application kit, please contact the CPD unit of the Education Deanery via email Christine Jusuf or phone 02 8247 6239.
Closing date for applications is 31 March, 2009. Applications received beyond this date will not be considered.
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CPD Grant Available For Remote Specialists |
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The Support Scheme for Rural Specialists (SSRS) is now calling for applications for CPD grants of up to $5,000. These grants are available to support individual medcial specialists access to education and professional learning opportunities, who are living and working in towns and regions classified as Rural Zone 2-3 or Remote Zone 1-2, according to the "Rural, Remote and Metropolitan Areas Classification" (RRMA).
For further information, please visit the SSRS website.
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Lucy F Falkiner Fellowship 2009 |
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Applications close: 30 March 2009
The Medical Foundation at the Faculty of Medicine, The University of Sydney is calling for applications for the 2009 Lucy F. Falkiner Fellowship. Further details available here.
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Call For NHRMC Peer Reviewers |
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For Committee Members
NHMRC invites researchers to register as potential NHMRC assessors, to be considered for membership of one of a peer review panel in 2009.
The effectiveness and sustainability of NHMRC peer review processes depends on researchers with excellent track records and wide-ranging expertise in Australian and international health and medical research fields.
While many researchers have recently provided NHMRC with updated contact details, all health and medical researchers are asked to return the completed NHMRC Peer Review Participation Form. Details and the form can be downloaded here.
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