HPMI - the Hunter Postgraduate Medical Institute

📣 Tomorrow

Our webinar on Novel Treatments for Treatment-Resistant Depression, Anxiety and PTSD takes place tomorrow evening.

Hear from Psychiatrist Dr Tarun Yadav as he explores emerging treatment options, current evidence, patient selection and referral considerations for general practice.

📅 27 August
⏰ 6:30pm
💻 Online



Register now! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/a9VUfcPBg1

💡 What's changing in mental health treatment?

Join us as we explore novel approaches to treatment-resistant mental health conditions.

Topics include:

🧠 Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
💊 Esketamine therapies
⚡ Neurostimulation treatments
🌱 Emerging psychedelic-assisted therapies

This practical session will also cover patient suitability, referral pathways and current evidence relevant to general practice.

📅 27 August
💻 Online



Register now! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/a9VUfcPBg1

👥 Visiting Speaker Spotlight

We're pleased to welcome A/Professor Stephen Macfarlane to our HPMI Medical Education Update.

A/Professor Macfarlane will present:

🧠 Managing Difficult Dementia Behaviours in Aged Care Facilities

A practical session addressing one of the most challenging areas faced by clinicians caring for older Australians.

📅 19 September
📍 NEX Newcastle West

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HPMI Medical Education Update HPMI Medical Education Update 2026 Join us for a full-day education program covering key topics in general practice, delivered by experienced specialists.Date: Saturday, 19 September 2026Time: 8:30 AM – 3:45 PMLocation: NEX, 309 King Street, Newcastle West 2302Earn up to 6 CPD Hours (Including up ...

👥 Speaker Spotlight

We're pleased to welcome Dr Tarun Yadav, a psychiatrist from Manas Clinic, East Maitland, for our upcoming webinar on novel treatments for treatment-resistant depression, anxiety and PTSD.

Dr Yadav will explore:

✔ Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
✔ Esketamine
✔ Neurostimulation therapies
✔ Emerging psychedelic-assisted treatments

and their role in contemporary mental health care.

📅 27 August
💻 Online



Register now! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/a9VUfcPBg1

📣 Join HPMI for the remainder of 2026 at a reduced rate

Membership provides access to:

✔ Educational events
✔ Webinars and recordings
✔ Networking opportunities
✔ Exclusive member benefits

Membership valid until 31 December 2026.

Reduced Membership Fees

🩺 GP Membership – $400
👨‍⚕ Specialist Membership – $275
👩‍⚕️ Allied Health, Nurse & Practice Admin Membership – $200

Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.hpmi.org/membership/

Membership Join NowOur MembershipSelect one of our three memberships and get all the discounts and extras we offer. Individual Membership Sign up for our 2026

📍 Over-75 Health Assessment Webinar today

Looking forward to an evening of practical learning and discussion focused on supporting older Australians in primary care.

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📣 Tomorrow

Our Nurse CPD Webinar on Over-75 Health Assessments is happening tomorrow!

Learn practical approaches to identifying health risks, supporting healthy ageing and improving patient outcomes for older Australians.

📅 20 August
💻 Online

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📣 Cluster meetings this week

Join your local cluster meeting and connect with colleagues while staying up to date with practical clinical education.

📍 Newcastle – 18 August - Breast Imaging - Determining the Best Approach for Our Patients - Dr Laura Mason
📍Charlestown – 19 August- All About Iron: A Practical Guide for General Practice - Dr Asma Ashraf
📍Raymond Terrace – 20 August - Best Practice Concussion Care - The GP as a Key Member of the MDT - Prof Chris Levi

More information and ways to register can be found on our website:
www.hpmi.org
https://www.hpmi.org/events/category/central-diary/

📌 Coming up next week

Join us for our upcoming webinar:

Novel Treatments for Treatment-Resistant Depression, Anxiety and PTSD

Mental health conditions remain some of the most common and complex presentations seen in primary care.

This session explores emerging therapies and evolving treatment pathways for patients who have not responded to conventional approaches.

📅 27 August
💻 Online



Register now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/a9VUfcPBg1

📌 Save the date

Join us on 19 September for the HPMI Medical Education Update at NEX Newcastle.

This year's program includes:

✔ AI in General Practice
✔ CKD Update
✔ Cardiac Failure
✔ Brain Tumours & Headaches
✔ Voluntary Assisted Dying
✔ Dementia Care in Aged Care Facilities

A full day of practical education relevant to primary care.

📅 Saturday 19 September
📍 NEX Newcastle West

Register now!
https://www.hpmi.org/event/hpmi-medical-education-update-2/