Monday, May 21, 2012

eHealth learning goes live

Tuesday, May 15, 2012
A new website has been launched to support the roll out of the personally controlled electronic health record (PCEHR) system.

This site includes the national eHealth record Learning Centre – an online resource to help Australians learn about the PCEHR, to be introduced from July this year.

The Learning Centre features a range of information about the national eHealth record system and the infrastructure that will support it.

This online tool provides interactive features for the general public, who may be hearing about eHealth records for the first time, and for health care professionals who may be looking for more detailed material.

Learn more about how the system will work for you by visiting the eHealth website for more information.



Southern Health Medicare Local Liaison Newsletter now available

Thursday, May 10, 2012
In response to National Health Reforms, Southern Health have renamed their GP Liaison unit as the Medicare Local Liaison Unit.

The unit now has a broader scope of work, covering all services and organisations delivering primary health service within Southern Health’s catchment.

It will work in collaboration with the three Medicare Locals, one of which is the Inner East Melbourne Medicare Local.

Read their ML Liaison Newsletter [PDF 92KB] which includes information on a new out patient clinic, fracture management, DVTs and respiratory clinics.



ALERT: Influenza vaccine advice from Commonwealth Chief Health Officer

Tuesday, April 03, 2012
Immunisation providers are reminded that Fluvax® is not registered in children under 5 years of age in Australia.

Fluvax® should not be given to this age group due to an increased risk of febrile convulsions.

For further information regarding suitable vaccines, read the full Fluvax® notification.

Embracing Relevant Immunisation Challenges

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Join us 19 May for an immunisation workshop that aims to provide current information on immunisation issues and challenges, including topics like 2012 changes, the upcoming flu season and travel vaccinations.

The workshop has been organised by the Eastern Region Immunisation Committee and is aimed at practice nurses and council immunisers.

The cost for the event is $30. Registrations begin at 8.30am. The workshop will run from 9.00am-3.30pm.

CNE points (5) have been allocated.

For further information view the agenda [PDF 33KB] or register now[PDF 368KB].



Introducing the IEMML Board and Executive Team

Tuesday, March 20, 2012
In 2011, Inner East Melbourne Medicare Local established a skills based board with directors all appointed by an independent nominations committee.

Our continuing directors: Linden Smibert, Patrick Crowe, Damian Barry, Veronika Kirchner, Daryl Kroschel and Lindsay McMillan, are joined by new directors: Elizabeth Corbett and Michael Feehan.

The Board is supported by an Executive Team, consisting of a Chief Executive Officer and three directors who have responsibilities across portfolios including: strategy, eHealth, primary care, clinical and business services.

Our new structure aims to provide not only good corporate governance, but also enable us to effectively deliver on our strategic objectives as a Medicare Local.

To find out more about our team, download the Board and Executive Team Profile [PDF 118KB].



2012 GP Mental Health Education Series

Friday, February 24, 2012
The 2012 GP Mental Health Education Series is designed to help GPs develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of key issues in mental health.

The program is run in collaboration with Melbourne GP Network, Yarra Boroondara Primary Mental Health Service and the Melbourne Clinic.

There is no cost for these evening education events, but places are limited and GPs must register in advance.

Sessions start at 6.30pm and take place at The Melbourne Clinic, 130 Church Street, Richmond.  QI&CPD points apply.

For further information view the full program. To register contact Talitha Willis at MGPN on 9347 1188 or via email.