IMPRovE work-related mental health study

The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is seeking GP participation in their funded randomised controlled trial. The trial aims to implement the RACGP and ACRRM endorsed and NHMRC approved ‘Clinical guideline for the diagnosis and management of work-related mental health conditions in general practice’

Participating GPs will engage with peers and key opinion leaders to identify and test practical strategies that they can implement to improve the care for their patients with work-related mental health conditions. As part of the study, GPs are asked to:

  • recruit seven patients (per practice) with a diagnosed or suspected work-related mental health condition
  • complete two data collection activities (15-20 minutes each)

If randomised to the intervention arm:

  • participate in a one hour session of academic detailing
  • participate in a one hour webinar.

Total time commitment is three hours over nine months.

GPs will receive an $800 payment and 40 CPD points, and each practice will receive a $500 payment to compensate for time spent on the study.

The IMPRovE trial is funded by an NHMRC Partnership Grant, and official partner organisations: Beyond Blue, the Attorney-General’s Department, Comcare, Queensland Government Office of Industrial Relations, State Insurance Regulatory Authority, WorkSafe Victoria, WorkCover WA and iCare.

To register your interest or join this study, click here.

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