Abstract & Biography

Abstract The workshop brings more details to the information discussed within the plenary session. The primary focus will be to provide a hands on approach and case studies of various real life scenarios, focussing on providing solutions and a clear...
  • September 4, 2018
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Abstract Making less fuss of knee replacement surgery in Australia and the inexorable trend towards day stay The increasing demand for definitive treatment of degenerative knee disorders continues to pressure the healthcare system, with availability of hospital beds particularly contentious....
  • May 15, 2018
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Abstract During this session we aim to explain the changes that have recently come into effect within the sterilizing industry. We discuss how the Australian Standards are guiding the work done here and also how to approach interpretation of these...
  • May 15, 2018
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Abstract Sarah will share perspectives on Reimagining Health including the priorities for change to deliver better health outcomes to all with more sustainable affordable costs.  She will also share what this means for Day Hospitals. Biography Sarah Butler                        Sarah.M.Butler@pwc.com...
  • May 1, 2018
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Abstract HOW DIFFERENT PERSONALITIES SEE AND MANAGE RISK DIFFERENTLY The consideration is that a link exists between understanding the system that drives people to make errors and that different people with different personalities react to those systemic drivers. Individuals will...
  • May 1, 2018
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Abstract Michael Bunting, will present to us the research and evidence behind Mindful Leadership and why hospital leaders need to be both mindful and lead mindfully. Biography Michael Bunting Leadership & Cultural Specialist Michael Bunting is the founder of WorkSmart...
  • April 27, 2018
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Abstract The introduction of the second edition of the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards commences in January 2019.  Along with new requirements in the Standards are changes to accreditation processes that will significantly change how assessments are...
  • April 24, 2018
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Abstract With the introduction of updated sterilisation standards (AS4187) coming into effect in 2021, Premis looks at how these updated standards affect some of the hospital refurbishment projects we have recently worked on. Premis discusses various areas of the refurbishment...
  • April 24, 2018
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