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10 February 2025
New Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) laws in QLD and the ACT
05 February 2025
GP reprimanded and ordered to pay $455,000 for Medicare billing breaches
When claiming Medicare for care provided to your patients you need to ensure you have satisfied all the necessary requirements.
28 January 2025
Gaining patient consent
Gaining patient consent can be challenging, but represents an important opportunity to ensure your patient understands the benefits and risks of a procedure. In this 5 minute video Kim Bowers, a Senior Solicitor at Avant, discusses your consent obligations and outlines the key elements of a sound consent process. This includes the concept of consent being a process not a form.
07 January 2025
AI scribes and patient consent
What is needed for informed patient consent when using AI scribe tools. Review your legal, ethical and practical considerations.
19 December 2024
Being aware of cyber security
At some stage in either your professional or personal life you may become the victim of a cyber incident. Preparation for such an event and knowing what to do if an incident occurs is essential to minimise the damage.
18 December 2024
When a patient dies – navigating your emotions and responsibilities
Dealing with the death of a patient is a difficult but an inevitable part of your profession. In your early years, it can be stressful if you are required to certify a death – a responsibility that most interns learn on the job. This factsheet shares tips for navigating this situation.
18 December 2024
Balancing work and life as an intern
Life as an intern can seem like an endless cycle of work-eat-sleep-repeat. It can be easy to lose sight of your relationships with friends, family – and yourself. This factsheet explores ways to improve your work-life balance.
17 December 2024
Risk management 101
This 5 minute video by Marianna Kelly, Risk Adviser, Avant explains the concept of risk management and how it can help manage the risks you may face in your practice.