Presented by Professor Paul Haber, this session aims to increase knowledge and awareness around AOD trends, treatment options, and Opioid Dependence Treatment (ODT) processes and supports available. The education/information sessions will provide an opportunity to engage primary health care workers and improve outcomes for AOD clients accessing primary health care.
Professor Paul Haber is a consultant gastroenterologist and addiction specialist at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Clinical Director of Drug Health Services, Sydney Local Health District. He has been Head of the Discipline of Addiction Medicine, University of Sydney since 2009 and is the program lead for the Opioid Dependence Treatment Education Program (OTEP).
Program
5.30pm Registration/light refreshments (provided)
5.45pm Welcome & Introductions
6.00pm Education session
7.00pm Q&A and interactive discussion
7:25pm Evaluation
7.30pm Close
Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of current ODT accreditation and training pathways
Identify current alcohol and other drug (AOD) trends and best practice approaches to treatment
Outline locally relevant AOD referral options and pathways
Accreditation
Activity No. Pending
Target audience
This is a GP, Registrar and NP focused education activity.