Webinar: Updated clinical care standards for knee osteoarthritis

Watch back this full webinar with Dr Simone Gonzo, diving deep into the recently updated clinical care standards for osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee.

As healthcare professionals, staying abreast of evolving guidelines is crucial for providing the best care for your patients. This webinar focuses on the essential updates that affect the GP management of knee pain.

Watch the full recording below to appreciate the refined definition of the standards (specifically focusing on knee pain associated with suspected osteoarthritis), understand enhanced imaging and management protocols (including the latest recommendations on the appropriate use of imaging techniques, alongside strategies for effective weight management, nutrition, and physical activity), and explore new insights on psychosocial wellbeing, cultural safety, and equity in care, with a focus on empowering your patients to take charge of their health through effective self-management communication strategies.

This webinar is for GPs, physiotherapists, and allied health professionals who are involved in the assessment and management of knee OA. Enhance your practice and improve patient outcomes, and be part of this critical discussion on improving care standards for knee osteoarthritis.

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Dr Simone Gonzo began working in healthcare as a registered nurse in hospitals throughout Queensland in 2003. After making the change to medicine, she graduated with an MBBS from The University of Queensland in 2010 and gained FRACGP in 2015. Dr Gonzo enjoys all aspects of general practice including family health, mental health, chronic disease management, and complex primary care. She also has a special interest in teaching and training GP registrars and medical students. Dr Gonzo is a champion of general practice and promotes the importance of this speciality in the healthcare landscape. She is currently working on a Master of Healthcare Leadership.

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