World-first investigation into the shared biology of ADHD and ASD Dr Furley is researching the biological overlaps that exist between Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It is the first time the disorders have been exa... 16/04/2019
Piloting a tool to assess and improve informed consent A project piloting a new formative assessment tool in which trainees are observed performing informed consent in the workplace has recently received a funding boost from an Avant Foundation Grant. 15/04/2019
SafeScript now rolling out across Victoria All Victorian doctors pharmacists and nurse practitioners unless already registered should have received an email this month with a link and instructions on how to register for SafeScript; Victoria s ... 15/04/2019
Pressure to prescribe: investigated doctor tackles town problem Pressure from patients is a many and varied challenge doctors can face on a daily basis. A patient has googled their symptoms for example and requests a specific referral that you aren t convinced is ... 15/04/2019
Victorian voluntary assisted dying laws commence 19 June It is important for doctors to understand voluntary assisted dying laws due to commence in Victoria on 19 June 2019 and the potential implications for their practice. 15/04/2019
Employer’s rights and requests for flexible work arrangements As flexible work arrangements become the new normal more and more practices are facing employee requests for flexible work arrangements and the risk of legal action if they do not comply. 02/04/2019
What’s behind the increased GP compensation claims? With GPs facing an increasingly complex environment greater scrutiny and higher expectations Avants research team investigated the nature of the claims to help members better understand and mitigate t... 15/03/2019
Doctor’s good medical records key in patient care and defence The primary objective of medical records is the safe and effective care of patients but they can also protect your reputation as one physician member discovered after a patient lodged a complaint with... 11/03/2019
First study in 20 years into peer review groups Since their inception peer review groups for psychiatrists have built a reputation for promoting reflective practice as well as providing education and collegial support for participants. This was con... 05/03/2019
Member comments: Thinking of using a scribe? Our recent article 'Thinking of using a scribe? What you need to know' generated some keen interest from members. 05/03/2019