GPs will be alerted to the importance of the patient-centred approach in physical examination and rapport building. The activity aims to provide attendees with evidence-based clinical examination methods to correctly elicit physical signs and to form a working diagnosis with various differential diagnoses in mind. The practical components of the workshop offer GPs ample opportunities to practise the acquired skills and knowledge amongst study pairs/groups.

After completing this workshop, students would have gained knowledge about Physical Examination. Participants will also receive a certificate for attending the workshop

Additional learning outcomes include:

• Perform a systematic physical examination.
• Improve patient safety by optimising the use of physical examination in conjugation with history and investigations.
• Interpret abnormal physical findings on examination.
• Formulate a management plan in the context of positive findings.
• Recognise when a patient needs urgent attention in the general practice and emergency department.

Physical examination is an essential component of any doctor-patient interaction in different clinical set. This workshop will cover the general physical and focused system examination of different body systems.

From the literature review and Needs Assessment, the workshop is designed to focus on physical examinations that are usually encountered in GP settings. It has a strong emphasis on developing a unifying approach towards physical examination for both Australia-trained and overseas-trained doctors in various stages of their careers.

Every doctor/IMG (International Medical Graduate) should have excellent knowledge and skills to perform a comprehensive physical examination. Physical examination plays a critical role in deciding the hemodynamic stability of the patient in the emergency department, which significantly alters patient management and outcome.

At ARIMGSAS, we are committed to fairness, transparency, and compliance with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). The following outlines our policies for enrolment, cancellation, and postponement for workshops, applicable to both domestic and international candidates.

1. Enrolment Terms

• To enrol, select your preferred workshop date and click ‘Add to Cart’.
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• The service is not delivered with due care and skill
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These rights exist in addition to the specific conditions listed in this policy.

3. Refunds and Rescheduling

If you are unable to attend:

• You may nominate a substitute participant to attend in your place at no additional charge, provided written notice is received at least two (2) weeks prior to the workshop start date.
• Alternatively, you may request to postpone your enrolment to a future workshop (subject to availability), by giving at least two (2) weeks notice.
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• If postponement or substitution requests are received less than two (2) weeks before the workshop start date, they will not be accepted, and the full workshop fee will be forfeited.

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• No refunds will be provided if you cancel your enrolment, regardless of the reason or notice period.

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