The workshop will run from 6:30pm - 9:30pm. Please arrive from 5:30pm for registration, networking & dinner.

This workshop will provide attendees with knowledge and information on the latest in wound care techniques and treatments for people with hard to heal wounds. The program will explore multidisciplinary management of surgical and acute wounds, skin tears, superficial and partial thickness burns and lower limb ulcers.

Facilitators:
Mr Taliesin Ellis, Wound Care Management Clinical Practice Consultant.

Learning Outcomes:

Recognise different types of commonly occurring wounds in Community General Practice, Aged care and Acute settings
Discuss biofilm occurrence as a key factor that can affect wound healing.
Summarise importance of appropriate dressings categories for different types of wounds.
Analyse compression methods and products for people with lower limb ulcers.
Describe the value of ceramide containing moisturisers for fragile or inflamed skin

This workshop is pending accreditation with RACGP and ACRRM for 3 CPD hours.

This education activity has been made possible by funding from Country SA PHN.

*There is no cost to attend, and dinner will be provided.