The following workshops, committee / business meetings and other meetings will be held during the RANZCO Congress. The committee meetings are only open for the relevant committee members to attend. Please contact RANZCO at ranzco@ranzco.edu if you are unsure of whether you can attend any of the meetings.
Note: Workshops are open to all delegates (and can be booked via the registration portal)
The full list of meetings is now available to download. *Subject to change.
Global Eye Health Workshop
Thursday: Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery Essentials in Low-Resource Settings
This seminar aims to equip ophthalmologists with fundamental knowledge and skills in oculoplastic and orbital pathology, with a focus on case presentations from practitioners working in low-resource environments. The session will address the unique challenges faced in these environments while exploring innovative solutions and future directions in the field.
Date: Thursday 31 October 2024
Time: 1:30pm – 5:00pm
Venue: SAHMRI Building, North Terrace, Adelaide (meet at the front of the building)
The Google Maps directions can be accessed here
For enquiries or to register your attendance, please contact: admin@sightforall.org or Alexandra.manta@qei.org.au
Friday: Retinal & Macular Diseases : Diagnosis, management & treatment in low resource environments.
Focus on:
- Principles of contemporary management of retinal and macular diseases in low resource environments, including diabetic retinopathy.
- Presentation of cases. Discussion of practical management of presented cases followed by panel discussion.
Date: Friday 1 November 2024
Time: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Venue: Riverbank 6, 7, 8, Adelaide Convention Centre
Cost: No additional fee
CPD Workshop
This half-day workshop covers all things CPD, including one hour of Reviewing Performance and Reflecting on Practice, one hour of Measuring and Improving Outcomes and complete coverage of your CAPE requirements. This workshop is for RANZCO members and CPD customers only.
Date: Friday 1 November 2024
Time: 1:00pm – 4:45pm
Venue: Riverbank 3, Adelaide Convention Centre
Cost: No additional fee
Clinician to Leader Workshop
Date: Friday 1 November 2024
Time: 1:00pm – 4:30pm (30 minute afternoon tea break)
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre
Cost: There are reserved seats for the REC and D&D Committee members, allocated on a first come, first serve basis. Remaining seats are open to RANZCO Fellows. Express your interest via the registration form as seats are limited.
Outline: Facilitated in-person workshop covering a coach-approach to leadership with detailed insights and practical strategies.
Audience: Leaders, supervisors
About Capstan Coaching: https://capstan.com.au/ including an FAQ on coaching: https://capstan.com.au/faq/
Your facilitator: Dr Sarah Dalton is Chief Medical Advisor and Professional Coach for Capstan Partners. Her other roles include Director of Clinical Engagement at eHealth NSW, Paediatric Emergency Physician and previous President of the Paediatric and Child Health Division of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Sarah has a long-standing interest in understanding what it means to be a “good doctor and leader” and has led many projects through both health system and College leadership roles designed to enable medical practitioners and health care professionals to review and improve their performance. Sarah’s primary interest is in improving the quality and safety of the healthcare sector and she strongly believes in the power of coaching to support healthcare professionals to be their best.
CPD: The Workshop will provide you with 3 Hours Reviewing Performance.
CPR Workshop
The CPR workshop delivers the essential principals, knowledge and skills to maintain breathing and circulation in emergency situations for adults, children and infants.
Date: Friday 1 November 2024
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Venue: Riverbank 2, Adelaide Convention Centre
Cost: $75
Outline: Click here to view the outline
As the workshop is a formal qualification, a USI number is required for the certificate upon completion of the workshop. The USI numbers can be created or searched via the following link if participants do not yet have one. https://www.usi.gov.au/students/get-a-usi
Ellex Medical ‘Behind the Scenes’ Manufacturing & Facility Tour!
Experience the ‘Behind the Scenes’ Tour of the Ellex® manufacturing and production facility (Technology Park) to learn from their Engineering and Production teams on how laser products are manufactured in-house from the ground up.
Return bus transportation will be provided to and from the Adelaide Convention Centre.
Secure your place via the registration form as places are limited.
Date: Friday 1 November 2024
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Venue: Technology Park
Cost: No additional fee
Outline: Click here to view the outline
Women in Ophthalmology Luncheon
Enter an atmosphere of empowerment at our Women in Ophthalmology Luncheon. This exclusive event celebrates the achievements and contributions of women in the field, offering a platform for networking, mentorship, and collaboration. Join us for an inspiring and supportive gathering, where you can connect with fellow women in ophthalmology, learn, and grow together.
Date: Sunday 03 November 2024
Time: 12.45pm – 2.00pm
Venue: Foyer E, Adelaide Convention Centre
Cost: No additional fee
Sponsored by
Lunch and Learn
Lunch and Learn: This one-hour facilitated session will provide an insightful taster of coach-approach to wellness centred leadership. This session should be of interest to any ophthalmologists who work in teams, with colleagues or who support staff and trainees. Express your interest via the registration form. Spaces are limited.
Date: Sunday 03 November 2024
Time: 12.30pm – 1:45pm
Venue: Riverbank 5, Adelaide Convention Centre
Cost: No additional fee
Speaker: Sarah Dalton
Dr Sarah Dalton has a clinical background as a Paediatric Emergency Physician, and a long history of medical leadership roles including previous President of the Paediatric and Child Health Division of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Sarah has worked in different clinical and managerial roles across NSW over the last 25 years, including several executive leadership roles within NSW Health. Sarah has completed a Fulbright Scholarship in Clinical Leadership and is an experienced executive coach and facilitator who primarily works with healthcare leaders.
