At this event, Professors Georgina Long AO and Richard Scolyer AO provided insights into their research on immunotherapy treatments. Professor Elin Gray showcased the implementation of cell therapy for advanced melanoma in WA, and Melissa Ledger from Cancer Council WA discussed the organisation’s advocacy efforts in skin cancer prevention. Recorded: August 2024
Dr Colin Chin will discuss common haematological cancers and best practice for managing patients who have developed the various haematological cancer types. Dr Chin will also explore the criteria for referring patients not currently on active treatment to tertiary care.
Join Medical Oncologist, Dr Chris Lomma for an overview of NETs. Dr.Lomma will explore the complexities of diagnosis, addressing the challenges presented by the often vague and non-specific symptoms. Through case-based discussions, he will address the balance between investigating symptoms while avoiding over-investigation, offering valuable strategies for effective assessment, management, and referral.
This breast cancer event features presentations from radiology, medical oncology, and surgical perspectives. Topics will cover medical imaging and treatment modalities, referral pathways, as well as follow-up and surveillance.
At this webinar, Dr Andrew Fantoni, Medical Oncologist will discuss strategies to support patients receiving chemotherapy including how to recognise and manage both acute and late side effects in general practice and how to determine when a specialised approach is required.
At this webinar, Dr Eve Tiong, Radiation Oncologist will discuss common side effects that patients undergoing radiotherapy may experience, including the factors that influence them.
In this short video series, watch Dr. Julia Lai-Kwon, Medical Oncologist from Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, share key advancements, information, insights, and resources for GPs on metastatic cancer survivorship.
In this webinar, Urologist Dr. Jeffrey Thavaseelan discusses strategies for GPs to manage bladder and sexual side effects post-prostate cancer treatment. The presentation also includes guidance on monitoring PSA for relapse, covering recommended testing frequency and criteria for specialist referral.
Recorded: November 2023
At the bi-annual event, Cancer Council WA and WAKMAS collaborate to present concise talks by multiple clinical experts on diverse aspects of melanoma, covering patient support, referral pathways, surgical approaches, drug treatment updates, and pathology specimen analysis.
Recorded: October 2023
At this webinar, Urologist Dr. Stephen McCombie provides an overview of common urological symptoms associated with prostate diseases, interpretation of abnormal PSA levels, management of hematospermia, and nuances in PSA ordering.
Recorded: October 2023
At this event, Professor Bob Steele, a distinguished international expert, will discuss the intricacies of cancer screening, covering challenges and future prospects. Local expert panellists will engage in an interactive discussion on the three national cancer screening programs: breast, bowel, and cervical.
Recorded: August 2023
In this webinar, Jess McNabb and Ali Lori from Hepatitis WA cover patient identification for viral hepatitis risk, testing protocols, treatment options (including HCV cure possibilities), and effective HBV management strategies. Dr. Oliver Duncan, a Hepatologist, discusses the surveillance approach for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in patients with a history of viral hepatitis.
Recorded: July 2023
This webinar covers the importance of using inclusive language and culturally competent care with LGBTQI+ patients. It covers strategies to create welcoming environments in practices, addressing factors influencing LGBTQI+ community participation in cancer screening and providing information on available support services.
Recorded: June 2023
At this webinar, Dr Tony Calogero, Haematologist discusses how to interpret full blood count (FBC) results, recognise abnormal findings, and determine the appropriate course of action – whether it be referral to a haematologist or ongoing monitoring in primary care
Recorded: May 2023
At this webinar, Medical Oncologist Dr Piyush Grover, discusses strategies to support patients receiving immunotherapy including how to recognise and manage both acute and late side effects and how to determine when a specialised approach is required.
Recorded: March 2023
At this webinar, attendees learn about the symptoms with clinical significance, how to initiate timely and appropriate investigation or referral of patients in whom they suspect cancer, and the appropriate follow-up of survivors of gynaecological cancer.
Recorded: February 2023
In this webinar, Associate Professor Jennifer Stone will discuss the significance of breast density, its occurrence, how to communicate the implications of increased breast density with patients, and the path forward.
Recorded: October 2022
In this webinar, Gastroenterologist Dr. Hooi Ee will discuss the appropriate use of colonoscopies, covering when to initiate and conclude surveillance for patients. The session will also address effective communication of benefits and risks to patients, along with guidelines for referring patients back to the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program after a colonoscopy.
Recorded: September 2022
This webinar will cover the latest research on the 36% of eligible patients with lapsed or no screening through FOBT or colonoscopy. It provides information on how general practice health professionals can identify, support, and enable participation in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program for Intenders, Refusers, and Naïve individuals.
Recorded: August 2022
In this webinar, Professor Moira Sim will discuss the link between alcohol and cancer, covering evidence strength, biology, associated cancers, and effective communication with patients about alcohol risks and low-risk drinking guidelines for behaviour change.
Recorded: August 2022
In this webinar, Gynaecologic Oncologist Dr. Emma Allanson will discuss the changes to the self-collection guidelines and the supporting evidence. Medical Scientist Rossemarie Ramirez-Avalos will cover the requirements for requesting and processing self-collected tests from pathology laboratories.
Recorded: July 2022
In this webinar, Women’s Health General Practitioner Dr. Lesley Ramage will discuss cancers impacting female sexual function, along with assessing and managing common sexual difficulties in female cancer survivors. Dr. Ramage will also emphasise initiating conversations with patients about sex and addressing related difficulties resulting from cancer and its treatment.
Recorded: May 2022
In this webinar, experts from Edith Cowan University’s Exercise Medicine Research Institute will discuss evidence-based exercise prescriptions for cancer patients. Topics include recommended activity guidelines, principles for patients with varying prognoses, and appropriate referral pathways.
Recorded: April 2022
In this webinar, Dr. Tom Walwyn, Paediatric Medical Oncologist, will cover late effects for childhood cancer survivors, key surveillance strategies for patients transitioning to primary care post-treatment, and considerations for adult survivors.
Recorded: July 2021
In this webinar, Dr. Muna Salama, Gastroenterologist covers the effectiveness of iFOBT in screening the average-risk population, referral guidelines for colonoscopy, the role of surveillance colonoscopies in those aged 74 and above, and the comparative risks and benefits of colorectal cancer screening modalities in WA.
Recorded: June 2021
This webinar will cover how primary care health professionals can initiate end-of-life conversations. It will explain the voluntary assisted dying laws now accessible to patients, ensuring GPs are aware of their potential roles and providing guidance on accessing resources and further education.
Recorded: April 2021
At this webinar, Dr. Daren Gibson will explain the diagnosis, management, and referral of suspicious neck lumps.
Recorded: March 2021
In this webinar, Urologist Dr. Jennifer Kong will discuss identifying patients at an increased risk of developing kidney cancer, the approach for assessing a renal mass, and management options for patients with a renal mass.
Recorded: February 2021
