Keep it pumping - cardiology masterclass
Join St John of God Bendigo Hospital cardiologists as they focus on the early management of common cardiac related conditions encountered in the primary care setting and provide referral pathways for direct access to the Cardiac Assessment Unit, giving GPs confidence in providing optimal care for their patients.
1 Apr 2025
Cardiovascular disease is one of Australia’s largest health complaints, in 2024 coronary heart disease was the leading cause of burden and accounted for nearly 10% of all deaths.
Date and time
Tuesday 1 April 2025: 6.00pm – 8.45pm
Location
MacKenzie Quarters: 12 Mackenzie Street, Bendigo VIC 3550
CPD hours
Educational activities: 2 hours
RACGP activity number: 1179025
Presenters
- Dr Hima Fernando
- Dr Joris Mekel
- Dr Voltaire Nadurata
Learning outcomes
- Outline an evidence-based approach to assessment, diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias.
- Demonstrate primary care management of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) versus reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF).
- Discuss the indication and interpretation of cardiac testing, such as holter monitor, TTE, and CT calcium scoring.
- Outline assessment and management of the potential acute cardiac patient using documented St John of God Bendigo Hospital Cardiac Assessment Unit referral pathways.
Cost
This event is free thanks to St John of God Bendigo Hospital and sponsor Medtronic.
Registration
For enquiries, please contact GP Liaison Officer Kathryn Cunning by calling 0438 342 413 or emailing [email protected]
Registration is essential as places are limited. Please register using the form below by Friday 21 March 2025 to book your place.
You may be interested in