Cultural Considerations

Ms. Sharlene McKenzie – Aboriginal Services Manager 3Bridges Community

Practice Considerations

Dr Jennifer Lonergan – Local GP, Former AMS Doctor 

Closing the Gap – Why, What, Where, Who…

Lisa Merrison – Team Manager – Aboriginal Health, CESPHN 

Learning Objectives:

• Gain an understanding of the key contributors to poor Aboriginal health

• Examine strategies for culturally safe & holistic service provision for Aboriginal patients  

• Enhance your engagement with your Aboriginal patients

• Identify & implement appropriate health services to improve the quality of care for Aboriginal patients. 

Please note – mandatory pre-reading required for all participants, and follow-up visit required for all GPs

Target Audience: GPs, Allied Health Professionals, Practice Nurses and Practice Staff.

*Please note practice staff, practice nurses and GP Registrars who wish to register for CPD events and do not have a member number will need to contact the CPD Department on 1300 986 991