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21 September 2016
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2016 Rural GP and Practice Workforce Surveys

Once every three years, the RDWA asks rural GPs and Practice Managers to complete the Rural GP and Practice Surveys.

The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete and it gives you the opportunity to give us information that will help to ensure that we are providing you with the services and programs that you need to feel supported working in country South Australia.

It also gives us important data which we use to influence policy and decision making of governments regarding issues that impact on the rural doctor workforce.

In the last week you would have received an email with a link to the survey or a hard copy. If you can not locate the email with your unique ID or have not received a hard copy, please contact the RDWA on 08 8234 8277 or email information@ruraldoc.com.au.

The survey is also available on the Workforce Surveys page on our website, the unique ID displayed in the email is required to complete the survey via the website.

For those people who would rather complete a paper survey, you can either download a PDF version of the Rural GP Workforce Survey or Rural Practice Workforce Survey, fill it in and send it back, or you can contact the RDWA on 08 8234 8277 and we will send you a hard copy.

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Register now for RESP, Port Pirie 18-19 November

The RDWA is pleased to host the upcoming Rural Emergency Skills Program (RESP) workshop in Port Pirie, being held on the Friday evening and all day Saturday.

GPs interested in attending the workshop should visit RESP for further information on the program and application details.

Enquiries can be directed to Sandy Hammat at retention@ruraldoc.com.au or phone 08 8234 8277.

This date or location doesn't suit? You can find out about other RESP workshop dates coming up around the state. Visit the Events page on the RDWA website.

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GP Local CPD Events - See what's coming up in your region

Diverticular Disease - Snap, Crackle or Pop - A 'Cereal' Pest! - Barossa
Wednesday 21 September 6.30-9.00pm, Wanera Wine Bar, Angaston
Presented by Dr Phil Worley, this session will explore the very common problem ‘Diverticular Disease’, outlining associated complications with the disease and appropriate management.

Dr Worley is a General Surgeon and his practice covers a broad range of conditions relating to colorectal, endocrine, hepato-biliary and gastric surgery. He is also a visiting surgeon to the Barossa Valley and Mount Barker Health Services.

Registrations for this event will be $35.00 to be paid on registration. This fee will include a main course meal, with beverages available for purchase. A receipt will be provided to you after registration for tax purposes. Register now for Barossa September event.


Managing Coeliac and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - Flinders and Far North
Thursday 29 September 6.30-8.30pm, Ian's Western Hotel, Port Augusta
Presented by Dr Alice Bennett, Gastroenterologist, this two hour presentation will provide information on recognising the symptoms that lead to early and correct diagnosis of coeliac and inflammatory bowel diseases, appropriate management for these patients and the referral pathways. This program is accredited with RACGP and ACRRM.

For members of the Flinders and Far North Doctors Association, registration for this event is free. Members register here now.

For non-members, registrations for this event will be $35.00 to be paid on registration. This fee will include a main course meal, with beverages available for purchase. A receipt will be provided to you after registration for tax purposes. Non-members register here for this event.


Common presentations for women's health issues - Eyre Peninsula
Wednesday 12 October 6.30-9.00pm, Port Lincoln Hotel
Presented by Dr Valerie Thompson, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
Find out more>>

Cardiology "Mini Updates" - Barossa
Monday 21 November 6.30-9.00pm, Wanera Wine Bar, Angaston
Presented by Dr Peter Sage, Adelaide Cardiology
Find out more>>

Arthritis Update - Flinders and Far North
Tuesday 29 November 6.30-9.30pm, Standpipe Golf Motor Inn, Port Augusta
Presented by Dr Simon Burnet, Rheumatologist
Find out more>>

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Register now - medSPACE Interview Skills Workshop for 2016

RDWA’s medSPACE Interview Skills Workshop will be held on Friday 14 October 2016 at Immanuel College, Novar Gardens, Adelaide. 

The interview is one of the important components in the admissions process when applying for undergraduate medicine or dentistry, and this workshop is for students who have a rural background and are applying for admission into university in 2017.

The one-day program will provide you with tips and strategies for preparing and attending an interview, along with a chance to practice sitting an interview in a mock scenario.

To register to attend please visit medSPACE Program. For more information contact Rick Schneider, RDWA Attraction, on 08 8234 8277 or email attraction@ruraldoc.com.au.

 
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Diary Date - RDWA Events

21-22 October
Rural Emergency Skills Program (RESP)
Angaston (wait list only)

18-19 November
Rural Emergency Skills Program (RESP)
Port Pirie

21 November
Cardiology "Mini Updates"
Angaston

29 November
Arthritis Update
Port Augusta

2-3 December
Rural Emergency Skills Program (RESP)
Mannum (wait list only)

RDWA | Rural Doctors Workforce Agency Inc
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