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.

3 September 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.

Registration is mandatory.

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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]