Join us for an evening of networking and case based discussion at our General Practitioner Grand Rounds in partnership with St George Hospital.

You will hear case-based presentations from local specialists:

Presenters:

Postpartum Management of Gestational Hypertension – Dr Franziska Pettit, Staff Specialist in Clinical Nephrology and Obstetric Medicine, St George Hospital

Women's Metabolic Health around the Menopause – Dr Georgia Rigas, Obesity & Metabolic Health Doctor

Menopause and CV Health – Prof Greg Davis, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, St George Hospital

Chaired by:

• Dr Martina Gleeson – General Practitioner Caringbah Family Practice 
• A/Professor Ivor Katz- Senior Staff Specialist in the St George Hospital Renal Department with a conjoint appointment with UNSW.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the risks and benefits of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT), including thrombotic risk and the role of vaginal oestrogen, and apply evidence based strategies to optimise safety and effectiveness in general practice.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of obesity assessment and management by explaining the limitations of BMI, communicating the concept of metabolic adaptation to patients, and outlining evidence-based therapies for women at different life stages.
3. Recognise the importance of identifying and managing hypertension during and after pregnancy, and understand the long-term cardiovascular risks associated with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy to support ongoing preventive care.
4. Outline appropriate use of contraceptives in a high risk population – a physician’s approach.

Proudly sponsored by Besins Healthcare:

Target audience: GPs (Limited numbers apply, registrations essential)

*Please note 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