Northern Queensland Primary Health Network, Eating Disorders Queensland, and the National Eating Disorders Collaboration invite healthcare professionals to learn more about supporting people with eating disorders in the northern Queensland region.
Join us for 90-minutes of education in understanding how to identify and response to eating disorders in general practice, the role of the GP and local referral pathways.
This session will conclude with a Q&A featuring psychiatrist A/Prof Warren Ward.
In this session we will cover:
- What is the current picture of eating disorders in Australia.
- Understanding the stepped system of care, and the role of the GP.
- Risk factors and warning signs.
- Screening, assessment and diagnosis.
- Physical risk assessment.
- GP management and support.
- Referral pathways.