Qualitas Health Melbourne GP CPD Conference

Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Mercure Doncaster, Melbourne
CPD: 7+ CPD Hours (RACGP Accredited)

Join us alongside your colleagues for a full day of practical, evidence-based clinical education and valuable networking opportunities for General Practitioners.

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About the Conference

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.

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Agenda

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

Melbourne Pathology

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

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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

Novartis Australia (2)

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

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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

Meet Our Speakers

Dr Archan Patel
Dr Archan Patel

Radiologist
Presentation Topic: 
Dyspnoea for GPs

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Dr Marie van Drimmelen - Session 2

Dr Marie van Drimmelen

Chemical Pathologist
Presentation Topic:
Interpreting Common Biochemical Abnormalities 
 
Dr. Ali Aminazad  - Session 3

Dr Ali Aminazad

Respiratory and Sleep Physician
Presentation Topic:
Approach to Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
 

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Dr Vivek - Heart of Melbourne-1

Dr Vivek Mutha

 Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist
Presentation Topic: 
State of Play in ASCVD Care:
Australian Insights & Actionable Strategies

 

Dr Leila Foroughinia
Dr Leila Foroughinia

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Presentation Topic: 
Menopause Management in General Practice

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Dr Shirley Ma

Dr Shirley Ma

Ophthalmologist
Presentation Topic:
Red, Painful & Worried: A Guide to Acute Eye Presentations
 
Dr Ritva Vyas

Dr Ritva Vyas

Dermatologist
Presentation Topic:
Beyond creams: the Biologic Revolution in Dermatology
 

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Dr Stephen Loi
Dr Stephen Loi

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

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Caroline Nash
Caroline Nash
General Practitioner
Workshop A:
Travel Medicine: Inside the Consult – Risk Assessment and Prevention Planning
 
Dr Vivek - Heart of Melbourne
Dr Vivek Mutha

Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist
Workshop B:
 ECG + Syncope Session

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A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq

A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq

Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Workshop B:
 ECG + Syncope Session

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Dr Jarrad Stevens

Dr Jarrad Stevens

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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Meet Our Speakers

Speaker - VIC (10)

Dr Shirley Ma

Ophthalmologist

Presentation Topic:
Cutting through the fog: what is achievable in cataract surgery in 2026

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Dr Vivek Mutha

Dr Vivek Mutha

Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist

Presentation Topic: 
If you are not referring for Conduction System Pacing, are you behind?

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A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq

A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq

Consultant Interventional Cardiologist

Presentation Topic:
If you are not referring for Conduction System Pacing, are you behind?

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Speaker Profiles

Speaker - VIC (6)

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

  • Cataract surgery
  • General ophthalmology
  • Macular disease and retinal conditions
  • Intravitreal injections
  • Oculoplastic (eyelid and lacrimal) conditions

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Speaker - VIC (8)

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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Speaker - VIC (9)

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.

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