
Dr Archan Patel
Radiologist
Presentation Topic:
Dyspnoea for GPs
Join us alongside your colleagues for a full day of practical, evidence-based clinical education and valuable networking opportunities for General Practitioners.
The countdown is complete
Join us at the Mercure Doncaster for the 2026 Qualitas Health GP CPD Conference — a full day of practical, evidence-based clinical education and professional networking.
Designed for General Practitioners, this conference brings together experienced clinicians and specialists to deliver insights that can be immediately applied in everyday practice.
As an RACGP-accredited provider, the event offers 7+ CPD hours, with additional Pre- and Post-Event CPD opportunities to be released.

* 2025 VIC GP CPD Conference
8.45am - 9.00am
REGISTRATION
9.00am - 9.30am
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by I-MED
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Session 1
Dyspnoea for GPs
Dr Archan Patel
MD, FCRAD Diag(SA), FRCPC, FRANZCR
9.30am - 10.00am
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Melbourne Pathology
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Session 2
Interpreting Common Biochemical Abnormalities
Dr Marie Van Drimmelen
MB ChB, FCPath (Chem), MBA, PGDip Endo and Diab, FRCPath, FRCPA, AFRACMA
10.00am - 10.30am
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Respiratory Sleep Disorder Centre

Session 3
Approaches to Sleep Apnoea
Dr Ali Aminazad
MD, FRACP, FCCP, MClinResMeth
10.30am - 11.00am
MORNING TEA & NETWORKING
11.00am - 11.30am
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Novartis
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Session 4
State of Play in ASCVD Care: Australian Insights & Actionable Strategies
Dr Vivek Mutha
MBBS, FESC, FRACP, FCSANZ
11.30am - 12.00pm
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Dr Leila Foroughinia
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Session 5
Menopause management in General Practice
Dr Leila Foroughinia
MBBS,FRANZCOG
12.00pm - 12.30pm
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Eye Surgery Associates
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Session 6
Red, Painful & Worried: A Guide to Acute Eye Presentations
Dr Shirley Ma
FRANZCO, MBBS (Hons), BBiomedSc (Hons)
12.30am - 1.40pm
LUNCH & NETWORKING
1.40pm - 2.10pm
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Arrotex
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Session 7
Beyond creams: the Biologic Revolution in Dermatology
Dr Ritva Vyas
MBChB, FRACP
2.10pm - 2.40pm
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Elite Geriatric Care
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Session 8
The Journey of Dementia: from MCI to Advanced Dementia
Dr Stephen Loi
MBBS, FRACP, Clin Dip Pall Med
2.40pm - 3.30pm
AFTERNOON TEA & NETWORKING
3.30pm - 5.00pm
3 x 30 Minute - Workshop Rotations
Workshop A
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Sanofi
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Workshop A
Travel Medicine: Inside the Consult – Risk Assessment and Prevention Planning
Caroline Nash
(RN) BN, MPHTM, GradCertIPC, FACTM, FFTM
Workshop B
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Heart of Melbourne
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Workshop B
ECG + Syncope Session
Dr Vivek Mutha
Dr A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq
Workshop C
The session, presentation and speaker selection delivered by Victorian Bone & Joint Specialists

Workshop C
Presentation 1: From Falls to Fixation: Preventing and Treating Fragility Fractures
Presentation 2: Knee Examination and Common Knee Conditions in General Practice
Dr Jarrad Stevens
MBBS, ChM, PGDip, FRACS(Orth), FAOrthA
5.00pm - 6.00pm
DRINKS & CANAPES

Radiologist
Presentation Topic:
Dyspnoea for GPs




Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Presentation Topic:
Menopause Management in General Practice



Consultant Geriatrician and Physician
Presentation Topic:
The Journey of Dementia: from MCI to Advanced Dementia


Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist
Workshop B:
ECG + Syncope Session

Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Workshop B:
ECG + Syncope Session
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Orthopaedic Surgeon
Workshop C:
From Falls to Fixation: Preventing and Treating Fragility Fractures
Knee Examination and Common Knee Conditions in General Practice
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Ophthalmologist
Presentation Topic:
Cutting through the fog: what is achievable in cataract surgery in 2026
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Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist
Presentation Topic:
If you are not referring for Conduction System Pacing, are you behind?
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Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Presentation Topic:
If you are not referring for Conduction System Pacing, are you behind?
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Dr Shirley Ma
Ophthalmologist
Dr Shirley Ma is an experienced ophthalmologist with a strong focus on cataract surgery and comprehensive general ophthalmology, alongside subspecialty expertise in oculoplastic (eyelid and lacrimal) conditions. She supports GPs in managing patients with vision impairment, cataracts, macular disease, and common eye conditions, providing clear communication and efficient pathways to surgical care where required.
Dr Ma consults at Eye Surgery Associates and multiple clinic locations across metropolitan Melbourne, offering flexible access for patients and reducing wait times for referrals.
She completed her ophthalmology training through the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital (RVEEH) and has undertaken further subspecialty training in oculoplastic surgery. Her dual expertise enables a comprehensive approach to both functional vision issues and periocular conditions.
Dr Ma is known for her patient-centred approach, which ensures patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options while prioritising optimal visual outcomes and quality of life.
Special Interests
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Dr Vivek Mutha
Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist
Dr Vivek Mutha is an experienced General Cardiologist, Arrhythmia, and Device Specialist based in Melbourne.
Dr Mutha is a lecturer at the University of Melbourne and an expert in the diagnosis and management of rhythm disorders. He completed his basic physician training at Monash Health, followed by cardiology training at Northern Hospital, Austin Health, and Ballarat. He further specialised in cardiac electrophysiology and pacing at Monash Health, where he acquired expertise in complex electrophysiology and device implantation.
As the director of Heart of Melbourne Cardiology, Dr Mutha is dedicated to providing high-quality service and improving patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes.
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A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq is a distinguished Consultant and Interventional Cardiologist based in Melbourne. He is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Melbourne and completed extensive training in the United Kingdom at renowned institutions, including Bristol Royal Infirmary and Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. In Australia, he further refined his expertise at Austin Health and Northern Health in Melbourne, as well as Fiona Stanley Hospital in Perth.
A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq earned his Doctorate at the University of Melbourne, focusing on early echocardiographic assessment of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).
As a specialist in coronary interventional procedures, including angioplasties via femoral and radial access, he is widely recognised for his mastery of the transradial approach. He has been instrumental in establishing radial access programmes in Australian hospitals and is a sought-after speaker at international conferences.