Coming up: SUDEP – what is it and how to reduce the risk

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Sudden unexplained death in epilepsy (SUDEP) is the commonest cause of epilepsy-related premature death.


But what exactly is it and, more importantly, how can it be prevented?

In this webcast on 2 September, Professor Terence O’Brien will answer these questions. In addition, he will discuss the risk factors for SUDEP, the potential role for anti-epileptic adjunctive medication and surgery in preventing SUDEP and what information patients with epilepsy and their families need to be aware of about the condition.

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How do the CPD options work?

  • Attend the webcast and earn 2 hrs CPD in the Educational Activities category by attending the webcast lecture and completing the evaluation (RACGP & ACRRM approved)
  • Complete the optional post-webcast quiz and earn 0.5 hrs CPD in the Reviewing Performance category (RACGP & ACRRM approved)
  • Complete the optional Patient Case Review and earn a further 0.5 hrs CPD in the Reviewing Performance category (RACGP & ACRRM approved)
  • Undertake the optional Micro Audit and gain 1 hrs CPD in the Measuring Outcomes category (RACGP & ACRRM approved)

Other professions can self-claim up to 4 hrs CPD.

Attendees will receive Certificate of Attendance about two weeks post-webcast.

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Topics include:

Recurrent Nasal Polyps Management – When to Refer

Prof Richard Harvey – Rhinologist; Nose, Sinus, Allergy and Endoscopic Sinus and Skull Base Surgeon

Nasal polyps are an endpoint of an inflammatory process rather than a standalone disease, and as such need a broader treatment approach than simply removal.
In this talk, Professor Richard Harvey gives an overview of our current understanding of the pathophysiology of nasal polyps, how we can best determine the cause of nasal polyps in primary care patients and instigate appropriate treatment for this condition that is both common and miserable.

SUDEP – What is it and How to Reduce the Risk

Prof Terence O’Brien – Neurologist; Consultant Neurologist, Royal Melbourne Hospital; Program Director, Alfred Brain; Deputy Director of Research & Head of Neuroscience Clinical Trials Unit, The Alfred

Sudden unexplained death in epilepsy (SUDEP) is the commonest cause of epilepsy-related premature death, but what exactly is it and, more importantly, how can it be prevented?
These are the questions being answered in this talk by Professor Terence O’Brien. In addition, he will discuss the risk factors for SUDEP, the potential role for anti-epileptic adjunctive medication and surgery in preventing SUDEP and what information patients with epilepsy and their families need to be aware of about the condition.

Familial Colorectal Cancer

Prof Finlay Macrae AO – Gastroenterologist; Head, Colorectal Medicine and Genetics, The Royal Melbourne Hospital

Identifying a patient as being at risk of hereditary colorectal cancer can potentially save their life as well as the lives of their family.
In this talk, Professor Finlay Macrae discusses how GPs can suspect, assess and manage hereditary colorectal cancer risk, who needs referral to a familial cancer centre and the appropriate surveillance and medical prevention for those patients determined to be at high risk.

Endometriosis Cases – Practical Guide

Dr Kate Walsh – Obstetrician & Gynaecologist; East Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Greater awareness about endometriosis among both doctors and the general public has seen a big uptick in the recognition of the condition and its prevalence.
In this presentation, Dr Kate Walsh provides an update on the latest, best-practice management of endometriosis in primary care, including how to navigate recent endometriosis-related MBS changes and new treatment options.

Date:

Tuesday 2nd September 2025

Time:

7pm – 9pm AEST (NSW, VIC, TAS, ACT, QLD)
6:30pm – 8:30pm ACDT (SA, NT)
5pm – 7pm AWST (WA)

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