Overview

Our Palliative Care Grand Rounds runs quarterly.  These events will provide GPs with enhanced skills and practical knowledge needed to manage the care of their palliative patients.

Topics covered in this session:

• Pain management in palliative care – including when to cease regular medication and when to commence pain medication
• When to refer to the Palliative Care Unit – who else can be involved
• Supports available other than the Palliative Care Unit 
• Opioid calculator

Testimonial:

“It was a great night, very interactive and informative.  The presenters shared their experiences and knowledge.  Dr Oloffs showed us an opioid calculator app that can be downloaded which was very useful. We also discussed how patient referrals and communication with Nepean Hospital could be improved. Looking forward to the next session."– Dr Louise McDonnell, GP in Hazelbrook 

Audience

GPs and GP registrar

Presenter Details

Dr Alan Oloffs – Senior Staff Specialist – Supportive and Palliative Care, NBMLHD

Dr Hany Gayed – GP in Werrington and Clinical Editor for HeathPathways

NBMLHD Supportive Community Care