Print this pageGynaecological Oncology Educational Opportunities
for Non Cancer Specialists
last updated: May 2010
This document contains details of currently available educational opportunities in gynaecological oncology for non specialist health professionals.
For further oncology educational opportunities refer to cancer learning or GP learning.
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Prevention and early detection
Treatment
Follow up and survivorship
Supportive care(including psychosexual)
Palliative care
Assessing symptoms that may be ovarian cancer
Best practice relating to the assessment of symptoms that may be a sign of ovarian cancer.
Accredited for Category 2 RACGP QA & CPD points
| Provider | National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre |
|---|---|
| Format | Workshop (implemented through DGPs) |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |
Contact your local Division of General Practice. Or, to facilitate a workshop contact the NBOCC on 1800 624 973. |
Cervical screening upskilling for GPs
Cervical screening clinical examination techniques. Includes case discussions, individual practical session with pseudo-patients and information about new technologies and HPV vaccination.
Accredited for 5 Category 2 RACGP QA& CPD points
| Provider | Family Planning NSW |
|---|---|
| Format | 2.5 hr workshop |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |
Well women's screening course (nursing)
Provides the theory and clinical components to help registered nurses and midwives develop the confidence and competence to provide cervical screening.
Accredited for 25 RCNA CNE points
| Provider | Family Planning NSW |
|---|---|
| Format | Theoretical and Clinical Modules |
| Cost | See website |
| More info |
Certificate in sexual & reproductive health (nursing)
Designed to prepare registered nurses/midwives to function in an extended clinical role as a practitioner in the specialty of sexual and reproductive health.
Accredited for 25 RCNA CNE points
| Provider | Family Planning NSW |
|---|---|
| Format | Theoretical and Clinical Modules |
| Cost | See website |
| More info |
Female cancers and psychosocial care
Primary care management of women diagnosed with a malignancy. Covers diagnostic and management concerns for women living with cancer in accordance with evidence based medicine, gynaecological cancer prevention and screening guidelines.
Accredited for 40 Category 1 RACGP QA&CPD points, and Women's Health points
| Provider | Royal Australian College of General Practitioners |
|---|---|
| Format | Online active learning module (6+hrs) |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |
Ovarian cancer
Preventing, assessing and managing disease and treatment-related care. Case study of Jane, a 36-year-old female diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Covers early diagnosis, best treatment, support and end of life care.
Note: Originally developed for Specialist Cancer Nurses (SCN), this resource contains detailed information spanning the treatment pathway.
| Provider | EdCaN Case Study |
|---|---|
| Format | Web-based with video case study |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |
Ovarian cancer (in rural areas)
The appropriate model of care for ovarian cancer patients and practical ‘action plans’ for the care of patients in rural areas. Covers risk factors and symptoms, treatment and management options and the importance of, and procedures relating to, multidisciplinary care in improving outcomes for women with ovarian cancer.
Accredited for RACGP, ACRRM, RCNA and Women's Health points
| Provider | Rural Health Education Forum |
|---|---|
| Format | Online Broadcasting (86mins) |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |
Management of secondary lymphoedema
Prevention and current treatment strategies for secondary lymphoedema.
Accredited for RACGP, ACRRM and RCNA points
| Provider | National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre |
|---|---|
| Format | Online Broadcasting (49mins) |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |
Gynaecological Cancer Support
Addresses psychosocial issues patients may experience. Modules include gynae cancer patient management, psychosocial distress, sexuality, complementary therapies, pain management, end of life, survivorship.
| Provider | NSW Psychosocial Support Project, Gynaecological Oncology |
|---|---|
| Format | Web-based modules (~45mins each) |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |
Talking about sexuality, body image and cancer
Addresses topics such as understanding body image, the impact of cancer on sexuality and supportive interventions.
Accredited for RACGP, ACRRM and RCNA points
| Provider | Cancer Council NSW |
|---|---|
| Format | Teaching resource for health professionals |
| Cost | Package cost $50 (incl GST + postage) |
| More info |
Caring for women with ovarian cancer, part 1: diagnosis and treatment
Explores diagnosis and early treatment. Issues are demonstrated through expert panel discussions and the use of clinical vignettes.
Accredited for RACGP, ACRRM & RCNA points
| Provider | Greater Metropolitan Clinical Taskforce and Cancer Institute NSW |
|---|---|
| Format | Online Broadcasting (60mins) |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |
Caring for women with ovarian cancer, part 2: living with ovarian cancer, palliative and end life care
Challenges of living with gynaecological cancer and the unique and very specific palliative care needs of women with advanced gynaecological cancer. Issues are demonstrated through expert panel discussions and the use of clinical vignettes.
Accredited for RACGP, ACRRM & RCNA points
| Provider | Greater Metropolitan Clinical Taskforce and Cancer Institute NSW |
|---|---|
| Format | Online Broadcasting (60mins) |
| Cost | Free |
| More info |