Advances in Joint Health

Join orthopaedic surgeons Mr Ferraby Ling and Mr John Dillon for an evening of education exploring the contemporary management of shoulder, hip and knee arthritis.

23 July 2026
An elderly man on crutches speaking to a health professional in a hospital hallway

This practical update for GPs will cover evidence-based non-surgical management, indications for specialist referral, advances in joint replacement surgery, including robotic-assisted arthroplasty, implant survivorship, expected patient outcomes and postoperative care, followed by the opportunity to connect with colleagues over dinner.

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Date

Thursday 3 September 2026

Time

6pm         Guest Arrival

6.30pm    Welcome Address

6:45pm    Mr Ferraby Ling Presentation

7:15pm     Mr John Dillon Presentation

7:4pm      Q&A Session

8:30pm    Event concludes

Topics

  • Current advances in shoulder, hip and knee joint replacement surgery
  • Post-operative rehabilitation & patient outcomes

Presenters

Mr Ferraby Ling

Shoulder & elbow surgeon

Ballarat Shoulder & Elbow Clinic

Mr John Dillon

Hip & Knee Surgeon

Grampians Hip & Knee Clinic

Venue

Restaurant Lola (Library Room)
121 Lydiard St North, Ballarat Central VIC 3350

CPD Hours

2 hours Educational Activities

RACGP CPD hours 2 hours educational activities

Registration

Registration is mandatory. Please register below.

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Any questions or concerns, contact Jamie Lovett via email [email protected]