Many Victorians are dying each year due to misuse of opioids, and many of these deaths are attributable to pharmaceutical opioids. Orticare’s goal is to change this pattern by improving access to treatment for people with opioid dependency.
Many Victorians are dying each year due to misuse of opioids, and many of these deaths are attributable to pharmaceutical opioids. Orticare’s goal is to change this pattern by improving accesss to treatment for people with opioid dependency.
Orticare is the Grampians Loddon Mallee Pharmacotherapy Network, one of five area-based networks in Victoria. We are working to create better access to pharmacotherapy services for all clients living in this region. Our purpose is to support regional health professionals who are providing this treatment through workforce education, clinical support, consultation and promotion.
Orticare, the Grampians Loddon Mallee Pharmacotherapy Area Based Network, have established an Opioid Management Clinic in Ballarat. The OMC is a service available for patients and health care professionals across the Grampians Loddon Mallee. It provides for primary and secondary consultations, and multidisciplinary case conferencing with Dr. Adam Straub B.Sc (CHem) Hon (WVU), MBBS(Melb), FAChAM.
7:00pm – 8:00pm
Thinking about a career change? Ever Considered AOD Nursing? Join us as we learn all there is to know from passionate AOD nurses about this rewarding career path.
Speakers:
Hosted by Meducate and facilitated by Dr. Rich Bradlow, Psychiatrist and Addiction Specialist, this session will give nurses an insight into why AOD nursing is a fulfilling and impactful career path.
Emma Mackley and Cam Cail, both experienced AOD nursing professionals, will share their personal journeys, explore the diverse challenges and opportunities within this specialty, and highlight the vital role AOD nurses play in supporting people experiencing substance use disorder.
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Speaker: Dr. Robert Lundin MDBH, Psychiatrist – Mildura Base Public Hospital
Join us as we take a look at the latest in hepatitis C treatments and the services available to assist healthcare professionals supporting patients who are at risk of, or currently living with hepatitis C.
Limited places, bookings close on the 19th November.
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Speaker: Professor Ed Ogden, PSM MA FRACGP FAChAM FFCFM (RCPA)
In this clinical network meeting, Professor Ed Ogden will explore strategies for expanding access to opioid use disorder treatment through the use of long-acting injectable buprenorphine.
With a focus on enhancing patient outcomes and addressing barriers to care, Professor Ogden will provide insights into the latest research and practical applications of this treatment modality. This meeting is an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals to gain a deeper understanding of how long-acting buprenorphine can improve engagement and retention in treatment programs.
Limited places available, bookings close on the 11th of November.
Pharmacotherapy prescribing – an insiders perspective
Pharmacotherapy is an evidence-based medical treatment that can drastically improve and even save lives.
The following is an interview with four passionate advocates and prescribers of this treatment.
We at Orticare recognise and celebrate the diversity of the community within which we work. We acknowledge and respect the Traditional Owners of the Lands and Waters where we provide services, the Wadawurrung, Dja Dja Wurrung, Djab Wurrung, Wotjobaluk, Jaadwa, Jadawadjali, Wergaia and Jupagulk peoples. We acknowledge the important place of all Aboriginal and Torres Islander people who live in our area as the first peoples of Australia and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We welcome and work with people of every age, life stage, race, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, cultural and linguistic background, and financial status and are working to improve the health and wellbeing of every person in our community no matter their circumstance.
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