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SUMMARY:TAG Event - May 10\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 10 May 2025 | The Royal Park Hall\, West Perth\nDedicated to young adults (aged 18-35) living with chronic rheumatic conditions. \nJoin us for an engaging and informative TAG Event! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others\, gain valuable insights\, and hear from expert speakers in the field of arthritis and rheumatic conditions management. \n\nEvent Details:\n\n\nLocation: Royal Park Hall (180 Charles St\, West Perth\, WA 6005)\nDate: Saturday\, May 10\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nContribution: $10\n\nEvent Highlights:\n🔹 Education Session: Learn from expert speakers about managing chronic rheumatic conditions and improving quality of life.\n🔹 Escape Room Challenge: Team up with fellow attendees for a fun and interactive escape room experience.\n🔹 Dinner: Enjoy a relaxed meal (dinner only)\, providing a great opportunity to connect and share experiences. \n  \n  \n\nMeet Our Speakers:\n \nDr. Joe Kosterich \nDr. Joe Kosterich is a highly regarded General Practitioner with extensive experience in clinical practice and health education. With a strong focus on chronic disease management\, he has worked across various healthcare sectors\, gaining deep expertise in arthritis care. \nAs the recently appointed Vice President and Board Member of Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA\, Dr. Joe is dedicated to advocating for better health outcomes\, research\, and education in the field of arthritis. He actively contributes to policy discussions and medical publications\, ensuring that healthcare professionals are equipped with the best strategies to enhance patient quality of life. \n  \n  \n  \nDr Krista Makin \nShe graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from the University of Newcastle\, Australia\, in 2005. She completed her Basic Physicians Training and Advanced Training in Rheumatology in Western Australia. She is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of Physicians. \nShe is currently Head of Department Rheumatology at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital where she is involved in clinical work and teaching. She consults privately at St John of God Murdoch Hospital and provides a regular rural service to Dunsborough in the south of Western Australia. She has special interests in adolescent transition and heritable connective tissue diseases. \n  \n\n\nImportant Details:\n\n\nRegistrations open: 10 am\, Wednesday\, 9 April 2025\nRegistration closing date: 4 pm\, Wednesday\, 7 May 2025.\nRead the Terms & Conditions Here. By registering\, you acknowledge that you have read\, understood\, and agreed to the Terms and Conditions.\n\n  \nFor all queries\, please contact Lisa Henry (Program Coordinator Children & Young People’s Service) via email lisah@arthritiswa.org.au or call on 1800 011 041.
URL:https://www.arthritiswa.org.au/event/tag-may-10/
LOCATION:The Royal Park Hall\, 180 Charles St\,\, West Perth\, WA\, 6005
CATEGORIES:Young Adults
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SUMMARY:Kalgoorlie 2025 Clinical Update for Healthcare Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Early Recognition of Inflammatory Arthritis\, Polymyalgia Rheumatica & Giant Cell Arteritis: What to Make of a Positive Blood Test\nDate: Thursday\, 8 May 2025Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PMVenue: Rydges Kalgoorlie\, Golden Eagle Room\, 21 Davidson Street\, Kalgoorlie WA 6430Cost: Free (includes two-course plated dinner)\nCME/CPD Points: This educational activity may contribute towards CME/CPD requirements. You will receive a certificate of attendance (2 learning hours)\, which you may submit as supporting evidence of this self-directed activity. \n\nEvent Overview\nArthritis & Osteoporosis WA\, with the support of UCB as the event sponsor\, is pleased to offer this free education session for health professionals in Kalgoorlie. \nLed by local rheumatologists Dr Ai Tran\, Dr Tafere Berhane\, and Dr Chanakya Sharma\, this session will explore early recognition and management of inflammatory arthritis\, polymyalgia rheumatica\, and giant cell arteritis. It will also provide practical advice on interpreting positive blood test results in autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. \nThis interactive session includes a live Q&A and will be delivered over a plated two-course dinner in a relaxed environment. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\n\n\n\nRecognise early clinical signs and symptoms of inflammatory arthritis\, PMR\, and GCA\nInterpret positive blood test results in suspected autoimmune and inflammatory rheumatic disease\nApply evidence-based management strategies in chronic musculoskeletal care\nConsider how to address these conditions in regional and rural healthcare settings\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is open to all health professionals\, however may be specific to General Practitioners\, Rheumatologists\, Pain Specialists\, and Allied Health Professionals. \n\nSession Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 PM | Arrival & sign-in\n6:00 PM | Education session begins\n7:30 PM | Q&A\, discussion & networking\n8:00 PM | Session close\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: Dinner will be served quietly during the session to allow for uninterrupted presentations. \n\nThis event is free\, but places are limited. Please register by Thursday\, 1 May 2025 to secure your place. \nFor any questions\, please email education@arthritiswa.org.au or call (08) 9388 2199. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to this event.
URL:https://www.arthritiswa.org.au/event/kalgoorlie-2025-clinical-update-hp/
LOCATION:Rydges Kalgoorlie (Golden Eagle Room)\, 21 Davidson St\, Kalgoorlie\, WA\, 6430
CATEGORIES:Health Professional Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nic Gallardo":MAILTO:Nicolasg@arthritiswa.org.au
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SUMMARY:Healthy Living with Arthritis Seminar - Shenton Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Wyllie Arthritis Centre for an informative seminar covering updates on managing arthritis pain\, maintaining emotional well-being\, and the importance of estate planning in securing your future. \nGuest Speakers: \nDr Chinar Goel\nTopic: Living Well with Arthritis: Managing Pain and Emotional Well-Being\nDr Chinar Goel (Psychiatrist) shares updates on managing arthritis pain\, staying active\, and enhancing well-being. \nPaul Trainor\nTopic: Estate Planning and the Importance of Having a Will\nSolicitor Paul Trainor will discuss the importance of estate planning and having a will\, highlighting how these steps can help ensure a secure future for you and your loved ones. \nRSVP by 5 pm Friday 4th April\, 2025. \nLimited Spots Available – Secure Your Spot Today! \nRefreshments: Afternoon tea will be served during the event. \nFor any further information\, please contact us via email AshwiniT@arthritiswa.org.au or call on 08 9388 2199.
URL:https://www.arthritiswa.org.au/event/healthy-living-with-arthritis-seminar-shenton-park-2/
LOCATION:Wyllie Arthritis Centre\, 17 Lemnos Street\,\, Shenton Park\, WA\, 6008
CATEGORIES:Public Seminars & Talks,Seminars
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashwini Tak":MAILTO:AshwiniT@arthritiswa.org.au
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SUMMARY:Healthy Living with Arthritis Seminar - Dongara
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Denison Bowling Club\, Dongara for an informative seminar where you’ll learn valuable updates on arthritis\, effective management strategies\, and the importance of estate planning in securing your future. \nGuest Speakers: \nSue Wilkinson\nTopic: Update on Arthritis\nSue Wilkinson (Retired Nurse) will share invaluable tips on managing arthritis\, osteoporosis\, and related conditions \nPaul Trainor\nTopic: Estate Planning and the Importance of Having a Will\nSolicitor Paul Trainor will discuss the importance of estate planning and having a will\, highlighting how these steps can help ensure a secure future for you and your loved ones. \nRSVP by 5 pm Friday 7th February 2025. \nLimited Spots Available – Secure Your Spot Today! \nRefreshments: A light lunch will be served during the event. \nFor any further information\, please contact us via email AshwiniT@arthritiswa.org.au or call on 08 9388 2199.
URL:https://www.arthritiswa.org.au/event/healthy-living-with-arthritis-seminar-dongara/
LOCATION:Denison Bowling Club\, 137 Point Leander Drive\, Port Denison\, WA\, 6525\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Public Seminars & Talks,Seminars
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashwini Tak":MAILTO:AshwiniT@arthritiswa.org.au
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi for Arthritis Beginners (Level 1) - Sunday 8am Shenton Park
DESCRIPTION:Event Dates: 9 February – 29 March (8 weeks)   \n(Registration opens 9am Wednesday 8 January\, and closes 12 noon Wednesday 29 January) \nIn this beginners program you will be introduced to the 12 movements of the Tai Chi for Arthritis program which have been specifically designed to be safe and beneficial for people with arthritis. \nThe Tai Chi for Arthritis program was created in 1997 by Dr Paul Lam and a team of tai chi and medical experts. The program is designed to improve muscular strength to support and protect the joints\, as well as flexibility and mobility to reduce pain and stiffness. The focus on weight transference improves balance which reduces falls\, and the movements increase fitness which promotes the proper functioning of the heart and lungs. The program also helps to relieve pain\, reduce stress and increase relaxation. \nThe classes are led by Teresa Stokes\, a Senior Trainer and Certified Instructor with Dr Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Health Institute. Teresa is an experienced instructor who is skilled at modifying movements to suit individuals. Chairs are available for support\, and the program can be performed seated if preferred.\nPlease wear loose comfortable clothing and flat soled shoes\, and bring a water bottle. \nNo previous experience in Tai Chi is expected or required. \nCost: $95 ($85 online) \nPLEASE NOTE: To successfully complete registration\, you must either: \n\nanswer ‘No’ to all 6 questions (numbered 1 – 6) OR\nyou MUST gain clearance from your GP/medical specialist PRIOR to participation in exercise if you have answered ‘Yes’ to one or more of the questions numbered 1 – 6.
URL:https://www.arthritiswa.org.au/event/tai-chi-for-arthritis-beginners-sunday-8am-shenton-park-2-2/
LOCATION:Wyllie Arthritis Centre\, 17 Lemnos Street\,\, Shenton Park\, WA\, 6008
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