During this event, GPs and primary healthcare practitioners will hear a presentation from Dr Rees Cameron, Gastroenterologist about assessing upper and lower GI symptoms, management suggestions, and how to refer to Gastroenterology services.
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Dr Rees Cameron – Wakefield Hospital
Date: Tuesday 2 May
Time: 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm
Format:
6.00 pm – 6.30 pm – networking with light refreshments
6.30 pm – 8.00 pm – presentation and Q&A
CPD: 1 point
Venue: Kapiti Pavilion, 10 Scaife Drive, Paraparaumu 5032
Topic title: Assessment and management of common gastrointestinal presentations, including referral tips.
Learning outcomes:
- how to distinguish gastrointestinal symptoms of concern and ‘functional’ symptoms
- what is the appropriate work up of new gastrointestinal symptom complexes
- understanding the gastrointestinal referral criteria for the public hospital system
