Intus CME - Obesity Management and Robotic Inguinal Hernia Repair

Hear from Dr Patricia Henry on current approaches to obesity management, including assessment, treatment options and referral pathways, alongside Associate Professor Stephen Pillinger, who will discuss robotic inguinal hernia repair, patient selection and the role of primary care before and after surgery.

This event has been endorsed by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGP) and approved for 2 CME credits for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes. Credits will be uploaded on behalf of RNZCGP Fellows.

Speakers:

• Dr Patricia Henry, Gastroenterologist. Contemporary Approaches to Obesity Management.

• Associate Professor Stephen Pillinger, Colorectal and General Surgeon. Robotic inguinal hernia repair. Drawing on his experience as a global leader in robotic surgery.

Session focus:

• Practical assessment and management of obesity in primary care

• Treatment options, referral pathways, and long-term patient support

• Culturally safe and equitable approaches to conversations about obesity

• Diagnosis, referral, and patient counselling for inguinal hernia

• Current surgical approaches, including robotic repair, patient selection, benefits, and limitations

• Pre-referral assessment and post-operative care

Participants will gain an updated understanding of obesity as a complex chronic condition, improve confidence in identifying and referring patients with inguinal hernia, and reflect on how these topics apply to everyday clinical practice.

Participant feedback will be collected to support future educational activities.