Canberra GP Hypnotherapist and AFMW member, Dr Julie Kidd presents her findings of a review of 100 patients with disordered eating to find the root causes of the behaviour.
Café Stepping Stone catered for a recent ACT & Region MWS Dinner meeting featuring an inspirational Medical woman, Dr Barbara Orchard. Barbara has had a varied career culminating as a Public Health Physician in Canberra.
An AFMW council update for members and the wider Australian medical women fraternity from Dr Sandra Hirowatari. Read the latest report.
The QMWS100 centennial working group continues to make great progress as we gather monthly to plan and brainstorm for the upcoming 2029 centennial celebration. This month, Dr. Lydia Pitcher, Dr. Kathryn Mainstone and Dr. Chloe Hang were delighted to welcome two special guests: Dr. Zelle Hodge and Jane Connolly.
An AFMW council update to our members from Dr Sandra Hirowatari. Read the latest report.
In June 2021, WHO published Guidance on Ethics & Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health after 18 months of deliberation amongst global leading experts on the ethical challenges of the use of AI technology for health. Adapted from the core contents of the guidance, this course introduces entry-level knowledge to policymakers, AI developers and designers, and health care providers who are involved in designing, developing, using and regulating AI systems for health.
As we start September, let’s reflect on what Women’s Health Week (2-6 Sept) means and aims to achieve: it serves as a crucial reminder of the ongoing health challenges faced by women in Australia.
[EVENT RECAP] Dr Sarah Coll, President of the Australian Federation of Medical Women interviewed practicing clinician Dr Antonio Di Dio, 21 August 2024. Watch the video interview.
The inaugural meeting of the QMWS Centennial Celebration Working Group took place Tuesday 4th June 2024. Dr. Lydia Pitcher, Dr. Kathryn Mainstone, Dr. Barbara Woodhouse, Dr. Anna Raymond, and Dr. Chloe Hang were in attendance. We were graciously welcomed by Ms Lucy Reid, Senior Advancement Co-ordinator. We extend our warm thanks to her for her hospitality and for arranging easy access to the venue.
[EVENT] AGORA Medical Education & Specialist Centre are excited to invite you to their “Contemporary Gynaecology for General Practitioners” course, led by A/Prof Alex Ades and guests. This RACGP Accredited Activity will be held Sat 7 September 2024. Register today.
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