EVENTS

"Risk is an issue faced by all Australian medical practitioners, but with forethought and planning, many potential exposures can be identified and managed, resulting in positive outcomes for both practitioners and patients," said Adam Golabek, Head of Member Risk Management, Avant.

"The sessions have an exciting new format, which will include video segments, interactive case studies, group discussions and the opportunity to speak directly with the experts," said Adam Golabek.

Who: Expert panellists will include Dr Elena Ghergori and Dr James Savundra.

Each session will challenge medical professionals to think about the particular risks in their specialty, and help to provide strategies to reduce the potential of an adverse event occurring and minimise the impact if such an event does occur.

"The forums have been tailored to explore risk management for surgeons in relation to issues such as informed consent, mandatory reporting and responding to a complaint. The sessions for plastic surgeons will also review patient selection and managing patient expectations," said Adam Golabek, Head of Member Risk Management, Avant.

The two hour sessions have been submitted for approval with the relevant colleges so that surgeons can earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for their participation.

Attendance at these Avant educational sessions is free for doctors, but registration is essential as places are limited. For more information or to register, please visit www.avant.org.au.