Join us for a 2-hour, in-person training dinner in Canberra, and strengthen your strategies for viral hepatitis management and liver cancer prevention. This course aims at reducing liver cancer burden by equipping clinicians with knowledge on early diagnosis, linkage to care, antiviral treatment, and effective surveillance of viral hepatitis. Fully catered and free to attend!
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Date, Time, Platform:
- Date: Tuesday, 19 May, 2026
- Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm (AEST)
- Venue: Canberra Rex Hotel, 150 Northbourne Ave, Braddon ACT 2612
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Presenters:
- A/Professor Shiv Chitturi | Staff Specialist | Canberra Hospital (Gastroenterology & Hepatology Unit)
- Dr Joan Ericka Flores | Director of Gastroenterology and Hepatology | Canberra Health Services, ACT Government
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course and its components, participants will be able to:
- Identify risk factors for HBV, HCV, and Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), enabling discussions around prevention.
- Interpret HBV and HCV test results correctly to improve diagnosis and linkage to care.
- Explain the role of appropriate HBV and HCV management in the decreased incidence of liver cancer.
- Describe the recommended HCC screening guidelines.
Course Components:
- 2 hour presentation on HCC, HBV, and HCV
- Post course survey
Recommended Resources:
- Click here to access the Hepatitis B Decision Making Tool
- Click here to access the Hepatitis C Decision Making Tool
CPD and Endorsement:
Re-endorsement for the 2026 – 2028 triennium is currently pending with RACGP and ACRRM. This activity may be suitable for self-claiming CPD hours with your professional body. An estimated equivalent of 2 CPD hours and 1 hepatitis B s100 prescriber point applies. A statement of attendance will be provided for full attendees.
Funding:
This activity is supported by ACT Health Directorate.
Target Audience:
ACT-based General Practitioners, other Medical Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, nursing professionals, and other health care providers.
