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Cardiology in Primary Care: Enhancing GP Confidence in Cardiovascular Disease Management
Cardiology in Primary Care: Enhancing GP Confidence in Cardiovascular Disease Management
Educational Activities (EA)
60.0
Reviewing Performance (RP)
Measuring Outcomes (MO)
60.0
Brief Overview
This educational dinner meeting provides general practitioners with an evidence-based update on key cardiology topics relevant to primary care, including arterial disease, coronary artery disease (CAD), heart failure, and elevated triglycerides.
Delivered by cardiology specialists, the session will focus on early detection, risk assessment, and management strategies for cardiovascular and vascular conditions. GPs will also gain practical insights into screening, interpreting lipid and risk data, and when to refer to cardiology services for advanced management.
The meeting encourages clinical reflection and interaction through case-based discussion, allowing participants to apply learning to real-world patient scenarios. Feedback forms will be collected to evaluate learning outcomes and gather input for future cardiology topics.
Program Details
Generally a dinner meeting including an hour of EA points
Generally a dinner meeting including an hour of RP points
Program Outcome
Many GPs require updated knowledge on the management of cardiovascular and arterial diseases in line with current guidelines.
There is a skills gap in assessing risk, interpreting lipid and triglyceride results, and optimising medical management in primary care.
GPs often seek greater clarity on when to refer patients with complex cardiovascular presentations to a cardiologist.
Improved understanding of multidisciplinary coordination is needed to enhance outcomes for patients with heart failure and coronary artery disease.
Ongoing continuing education ensures GPs stay informed about emerging evidence and treatment advances in cardiovascular care.
- Strengthen GP understanding of cardiovascular and arterial disease pathophysiology and management.
- Enhance ability to assess, treat, and monitor patients with cardiovascular risk factors.
- Improve confidence in when and how to refer to cardiology specialists.
- Encourage reflective, evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes.
The activity combines didactic presentations with interactive case studies to ensure participants can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world clinical situations.
Specialist-led presentations deliver evidence-based updates on cardiovascular disease management.
Case-based discussions allow participants to actively engage with practical examples and clinical decision-making.
This blended approach reinforces both knowledge acquisition and practical application, ensuring participants meet the intended learning outcomes.
Effectiveness is evaluated through participant feedback forms collected at the conclusion of each session. Attendees are invited to share their views on content relevance, presentation quality, and areas for improvement.
Feedback is analysed to identify learning needs and inform future cardiology topics, ensuring that upcoming sessions remain clinically relevant, evidence-based, and responsive to GP learning priorities.
Core Medical Practice Values
Includes all Australians
Guideline based education
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Delivery Method & Format
0 Hours total Duration
In Person
Knowledge Sharing: Conference, Lecture (emphasises presenting information and fostering discussion)
CPD Home (Accreditor)
RACGP - Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
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