1. Addressing addiction in general practice
For general practitioners and pharmacists
DATE
Wednesday 29 May 2019
Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) together with Lives Lived Well, invite general practitioners and pharmacists to attend the Addressing addiction in general practice workshop.
High-quality primary care is an integral part of identification, support, and treatment of individuals with problematic use of alcohol and other substances.
To support clinicians dealing with the emerging issues with problematic use of drugs and alcohol, NQPHN and Lives Lived Well welcome Dr Graeme Judson, Lives Lived Well Addiction Specialist, to discuss the complexities of addiction.
TIME
Registration: 5.30pm
Program: 6pm–8.30pm
WHERE
Ocean International
Bridge Road
Mackay
REGISTER ONLINE
Learning outcomes:
understand the current pattern for problematic substance use and resultant harms
identify common GP presentations associated with problematic substance use
discuss how to provide the holistic continuity of care required to treat problematic substance use issues like any other chronic disease, and to consequently minimise the risk of harm
understanding of legislative frameworks around drugs of dependency, prescribing, and obtaining permits for GPs.
For more information, contact:
Kayla Vella
p: (07) e:
w: nqphn.com.au/events