Join us online for a discussion on assessing and supporting patients with chronic pain

Pain is one common reason for clinical encounters in primary care. The goals of pain treatment are to enhance functioning and reduce suffering and distress.

Part of Chris O'Brien Lifehouse CPD series.

Presenters:

Associate Professor Tillman Boesel, Interventional Pain Specialist, Inner West Pain Clinic, Macquarie University’s Australian School of Advanced Medicine, Macquarie University Hospital

Dr Raj Anand Consultant physician in General Medicine, Rheumatology and Pain Medicine, POWP Hospital, St Vincent's Hospital, Eastern Suburbs Pain Clinic

RPAH Pain Management Centre

Topics of discussion:

• cancer pain vs biopsychosocial model of chronic pain
• holistic management of individuals with chronic pain
• role of opioids vs lifestyle adjustments in chronic pain management
• indications for invasive pain management vs non-invasive and appropriate referral

Target audience: GPs, AHPs, Nurses

Please note the topics and speakers are subject to change. Please check back for updated information.

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