Presented by the Jreissati Pancreatic Centre at Epworth

You are warmly invited to the GI for GPs Symposium 2024: a one-day event to expand your knowledge of gastrointestinal conditions, take in the stunning Levantine Hill Estate, and get to know other passionate GPs and specialists.  

Register early to receive a free bottle of Levantine Hill wine - only available for the first 100 registrations.

As a delegate, you will hear from leading specialists and researchers sharing current best practice across gastroenterology, upper GI surgery and oncology, including pancreatic cancer. The program is GP-specific; it's comprehensive, fascinating, and designed to support you with diagnosing and managing acute and chronic GI conditions for a wide range of patients.  

This event has been approved for 2.5 Educational Activities and 2.5 Reviewing Performance points.


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Venue

Levantine Hill Estate

At only 60 minutes from the Melbourne CBD, Levantine Hill sits in the heart of the Yarra Valley.

The symposium takes place in the recently completed state-of-the-art winery and events complex, designed by world-renowned Fender Katsalidis architects.

Enjoy an impeccable menu by Head Chef Vinnie Robinson, who has worked alongside the winemaker to merge Mediterranean-inspired flavours with a contemporary twist. Your registration includes a beautiful lunch, morning and afternoon tea, and optional wine tastings.

Program

Chair: A/Prof Andrew Metz

  • Management of Pancreatic cysts – Dr Andrew Trinh
  • Genetics and colorectal cancer – Prof Finlay Macrae
  • Genetic counselling: when and how to refer – Prof Ingrid Winship
  • Inflammatory markers in GI diseases – A/Prof Jonathan Segal
  • The role of imaging in GI disorders – Dr David Holcdorf
  • Endometriosis and the gut – Dr Tamara Mogilevski
  • Gastrointestinal cancer: Risk factors and screening guidelines – Dr Oliver Cronin
  • Pancreatic cancer: red flags and referral pathways – Dr Rebecca Prince 
  • Fatty liver disease – Dr James Haridy
  • Nutritional management of GI disorders – Ms Bridget Sussex

Symposium recording

Transport from Melbourne CBD

Shuttles are provided as part of delegate registration, departing Melbourne CBD in the morning. Return shuttles will depart Yarra Valley after a short symposium networking function (approximately 5:30pm).

Directions

Levantine Hill Estate is located at 882 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream VIC 3770 – view on Google Maps. From Melbourne CBD, head south-east towards state route 30, follow M3 and Maroondah Hwy to Hill Rd in Coldstream and continue to destination.

Parking

Please note there is limited parking on-site. Please contact our team to reserve parking.

Registration options

 
Saturday, 5 October 2024

Register now

$200 (inc. GST)

In-person attendance includes:
• In-person access to all sessions recordings
• Shuttle bus transport
• Lunch and morning/afternoon tea at Levantine Hill, with optional wine tastings
• Networking session.

Online attendance includes:
• All sessions streamed online
• Professional recordings, available for 3 months after symposium
• In-person attendee information and inclusions mailed to you.

Registration open now.

Contact us for registration and sponsorship enquiries

As a valued sponsor of the GI for GPs Symposium, you will be recognised in event promotion before, during and after the symposium, providing brand exposure and opportunities well beyond the symposium delegates and cementing your leadership position at this agenda-setting event.

GP Liaison Team at Epworth HealthCare
03 9483 3111
[email protected]