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ENHANCING OUTCOMES FROM MAJOR SURGERY IN PROVINCIAL CITIES
02-04 NOVEMBER, 2019 | BALLARAT
SCIENTIFIC CONVENOR
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me On behalf of the Provincial Surgeons Australia and the
Organising Committee, it is with great pleasure that we invite
you to the 55th Provincial Surgeons of Australia 2019 Annual
Scientific Conference, taking place in Ballarat, Victoria, from
1st to 4th November 2019.
This is a proud moment in the history of the Provincial Surgeons
of Australia as the meeting returns to Ballarat, the home
of the late Jim Pryor, one of the founding members of the
society. The Jim Pryor Begonia Prize, named in his honour, is
a feature of every PSA ASC, aiming to unearth original surgical
innovation, and it won’t be any different this year.
We have compiled a compelling program commencing with
a COLORECTAL LAPAROSCOPIC SIMULATION workshop on
Friday 1st November, including live theatre cases and video
sessions featuring laparoscopic colonic resections, TAMIS,
transanal resections, and fistula repair.
Day one of the PSA ASC Scientific Program commences on
Saturday 2nd November with a combined rural and regional
Anaesthetic Special Interest Group program, looking at
prehabilitation, resuscitation and management of acute
trauma and deteriorating patients, retrieval and transfer
protocols, early recovery programs, and failure to rescue in
surgical patients. The program will feature presentations
from Specialist Trauma Surgeons, Intensivists and Emergency
Physicians. We are particularly honoured to welcome home DR
MARK FITZGERALD - Head of the Alfred Hospital Emergency
Department and Trauma Service, who will be discussing
trauma management in Australia.
Day two of the program is the main SURGICAL PROGRAM with
presentations from visiting specialists discussing the training
and skills required of rural and regional surgeons in areas
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UPPER GI. Innovation in Surgery and Robotics in relation to
the Rural Surgeon will also be a feature session, along with
Colonoscopy Recertification and Interventional Techniques.
Monday 4th November will conclude the Conference with
VIDEO and LIVE THEATRE SESSIONS investigating laparoscopic
hernia repairs, complicated laparoscopic cholecystectomy,
and laparoscopic bariatric surgery.
We also have planned an exciting Social and Associates’
Programs designed to showcase the region: Social events
include a joint WELCOME RECEPTION at local Anaesthetist
and wine maker Dr Craig Mitchell’s Wine Bar, the GALA
DINNER at the Mechanics Institute, and the PSA DINNER at
Ballarat Yacht Club. The ASSOCIATES’ PROGRAM includes a
rural homestead visit and a day trip to nearby Daylesford with
its world-famous mineral spas. There will also be the option of
a morning run along the Steve Moneghetti track around lake
Wendouree with the man himself on the Sunday morning.
We are pleased to announce a number of esteemed speakers
including DR SAMANTHA QUADE, who hails from Horsham
in Western Victoria, and attended Ballarat Grammar School
before pursuing a nursing career in Australia, culminating
in becoming charge nurse of ICU at the Alfred hospital. She
was recruited to the USA where she undertook a career in
medicine, graduating from Arizona State University. She then
completed surgical training in Arizona before undertaking a
Trauma Fellowship in Louisiana and subsequently a Colorectal
Fellowship. She now practises at Harbourside University
Hospital in Seattle, primarily in Robotic Colorectal Surgery.
We are honoured to have DR JOHN LUMLEY and DR BEN
GREEN, both from Brisbane, and DR DAMIAN AH-YEN from
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We realise that the meeting agenda is somewhat crowded
in the later part of the year across Australia, but we have
done our best to put together an innovative program with an
emphasis on video presentations, live surgery and interaction
with our anaesthetic colleagues. We ask all Rural and Regional
Surgeons along with interested metropolitan Surgeons and
Surgical Trainees, to consider supporting the PSA, come along
to Ballarat this November, and make the PSA 2019 ASC a
vibrant and informative meeting.
Early November is generally a wonderful time of year in
Ballarat with spring in full bloom - you can expect rain, hail and
sunshine. So pack your bags, throw in an umbrella, mark 1st -
4th November off in the diary, and let’s see you all in Ballarat
for Melbourne Cup weekend.
Yours sincerely,
MR BRUCE STEWART FRACS
SPECIALIST GENERAL & COLORECTAL SURGEON
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MERCURE BALLARAT LODGE
613 MAIN ROAD
BALLARAT VIC 3350
SCIENTIFIC CONVENOR
• MR BRUCE STEWART FRACS
SPECIALIST GENERAL & COLORECTAL
SURGEON
BALLARAT HEALTH
KEY DATES
• FRIDAY 01 NOVEMBER
ON-SITE REGISTRATION
COMBINED WELCOME RECEPTION
• SATURDAY 02 NOVEMBER
PSA 2019 ASC & RURAL SPECIALIST
INTEREST GROUP COMBINED PROGRAM
• SUNDAY 03 NOVEMBER
PSA 2019 ASC PROGRAM DAY TWO
• MONDAY 04 NOVEMBER
PSA 2019 ASC PROGRAM DAY THREE - LIVE
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• FRIDAY 01 NOVEMBER, 2019
• 09:00-17:00
• BALLARAT HEALTH EDUCATION CENTRE
FACULTY
1. Dr John Lumley FRACS - Specialist Colorectal
Surgeon, Brisbane
2. Dr Carolyn Vasey FRACS - Specialist Colorectal
Surgeon, Ballarat
PROGRAM
Please visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU for
program updates.
REGISTRATION
*Please note that in order to attend this workshop for
free, you must be registered to attend the PSA 2019
ASC Scientif ic Program. Non-PSA ASC registered
delegates are welcome to attend at a cost of $100 per
person.
COLORECTAL LAPAROSCOPIC SKILLS
WORKSHOP
*$FREE FOR REGISTERED DELEGATES
$100 PER PERSON FOR NON-PSA DELEGATES
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• SUNDAY 03 NOVEMBER, 2019
• 06:45-08:15
• MERCURE CONVENTION CENTRE BALLARAT
This not-to-be-missed breakfast workshop will wake you
up to some of the best wealth management strategies
and practices of today.
Every financial decision you make today can impact
your financial future. Understanding which strategies
to implement will allow you to achieve your long-term
goals, protect your wealth, as well as plan a reliable
retirement. That’s why at our workshop, we’ll be covering
key topics to ensure you’re making the right financial
decisions to protect yourself and yield greater results on
your hard-earned dollars.
This exclusive workshop will demonstrate the best ways
in which to keep your business structures, strategies and
money matters as simple as possible, so that you can
focus on growing your business and protecting your
wealth.
Regardless of where you are in your medical career, this
workshop is a not-to-be-missed event.
YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE
BREAKFAST SESSION
*$FREE FOR REGISTERED DELEGATES
INCLUDES BREAKFAST
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• Internship: General Surgery: University of Washington
• Residency : General Surgery: University of Washington
• Fellowship: Colon and Rectal Surgery: Washington University
• Fellowship: Trauma and Surgical Critical Care: Harborview
Medical Center (University of Washington), Seattle WA
Dr Samantha Quade is a board certified Consultant General,
Colon, and Rectal Surgeon with certification in Surgical Critical
Care.
Her surgical interests include colorectal surgery, robotic surgery,
sacral nerve stimulation and colon and rectal cancer as well as
pelvic floor disorders. She is also interested in robotic care of
incisional hernias.
Samantha also has a strong interest in ongoing medical student
education with the LIC Site Director and a Clinical Associate
Professor appointment at the Washington State University
College of Medicine.
DR SAMANTHA QUADE MD FACS
CONSULTANT GENERAL, RENAL & RECTAL SURGEON -PROVIDENCE HEALTH SERVICE, WASHINGTON
Proudly Sponsored By:
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SESSION ONE: PERIOPERATIVE OPTIMISATION
08:30 WELCOME TO COUNTRY
08:45 OFFICIAL OPENING
09:00PRACTICAL RESUSCITATION: ONLY DO
WHAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
PROF MARK
FITZGERALD
09:20CRITICAL FACTORS: PERIOPERATIVE
BLOOD/ION OPTIMISATION
DR JEYANTHI
KUNADHASAN
09:40 TBA
10:00 TBA
10:15 DISCUSSION PANEL
10:30 MORNING TEA WITH INDUSTRY
SESSION TWO: INTRAOPERATIVE CARE
11:00 MAJOR SURGICAL CASE MANAGEMENT DR SAMANTHA QUADE
11:20TRAUMA MANAGEMENT OUTSIDE THE
HELICOPTER ZONEMR IAN CAMPBELL
11:40 MANAGEMENT OF NEUROTRAUMADR ANDREW
MOROKOFF
12:00ESTABLISHMENT OF LEVEL ONE
TRAUMA CENTREMR DAMIEN AH-YEN
12:20DISASTER MANAGEMENT:
CHRISTCHURCH
DR CHRISTOPHER
WAKEMAN
13:00 TRAINEES WITH INTERNATIONAL GUEST SPEAKER
13:00 LUNCH WITH INDUSTRY
DAY ONE: SATURDAY 02 NOVEMBERIN CONJUNCTION WITH THE RURAL SIG
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SESSION THREE: ENHANCING RECOVERY
14:00
ENHANCED RECOVERY AND
PERIOPERATIVE FLUIDS: FACTS AND
FICTION
A/PROF LAURENCE
WEINBERG
14:30ESTABLISHMENT AND MONITORING OF
ERAS PROGRAMMR BASIL D’SOUZA
14:50 TBA
15:10 DISCUSSION PANEL
15:30 AFTERNOON TEA WITH INDUSTRY
SESSION FOUR: PREVENTING PERIOPERATIVE DISASTERS
16:00
POSTOPERATIVE DETERIORATION:
EARLY DETECTION AND SALVAGE
BEFORE MET
PROF DAVID STORY
16:30 ENHANCED RECOVERY CAREDR ANGUS
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17:00FAILURE TO RESCUE IN A REGIONAL
CENTREDR TALI LIOR
17:15 DISCUSSION PANEL
17:30 DAY ONE PROGRAM CLOSE
FROM 19:00 - PSA GALA DINNER
DAY ONE CONTINUED...IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE RURAL SIG
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SESSION ONE: UPDATE ON ENDOSCOPY
09:00 COLONOSCOPY RECERTIFICATION MR BRIAN KIRKBY
09:15COLONOSCOPY NATIONAL
STANDARDS
DR ENOKA
GONSALKORALA
09:30SESSILE SERRATED ADENOMAS: WHAT
YOU NEED TO KNOWDR BROOKE KIRKBY
09:45EMR FOR DUMMIES: EQUIPMENT,
PITFALLS, ETC.TBC
10:00OVESCO FULL THICKNESS EXCISION:
LATEST TECHNOLOGYTBC
10:15ERCP IN A REGIONAL CENTRE:
LESSONS LEARNT MR ANDREW LOWE
10:30 MORNING TEA WITH INDUSTRY
SESSION TWO: INNOVATION AND EDUCATION
11:00
KEYNOTE: MODERN TECHNOLOGY,
INNOVATION AND THE FUTURE OF
REGIONAL SURGERY
DR SAMANTHA QUADE
11:30
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE IN
LAPAROSCOPIC COLORECTAL
SURGERY: WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR
SAFE SURGERY IN REGIONAL CENTRES?
DR JOHN LUMLEY
11:50BREAST SURGICAL TRAINING AND THE
FUTUREMR BEN GREEN
12:10RURAL RESEARCH AND INNOVATION:
HOW DO WE PROCEED?
A/PROF MATTHIAS
WICHMANN
12:30REGIONAL SURGICAL TRAINING HUBS:
HOW TO GO ABOUT ITPROF GLENN GUEST
13:00 TRAINEES WITH RURAL COACH
LUNCH WITH INDUSTRY
PSA PROGRAM DAY TWOSUNDAY 03 NOVEMBER, 2019
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SESSION THREE: UPPER GI/BARIATRIC
14:00MODERN BARIATRIC SURGERY IN THE
MODERN AGEMR STUART EATON
14:20A LIFETIME OF BARIATRIC EXPERIENCE
IN A REGIONAL CENTREMR BEN GREEN
14:40
MAJOR UPPER-GASTROINTESTINAL
SURGERY: WHAT SHOULD WE BE
DOING? A REGIONAL PERSPECTIVE
MR KON SHIMOKAWA
15:00 TBC TBC
15:20 DISCUSSION PANEL
15:30 AFTERNOON TEA WITH INDUSTRY
SESSION FOUR: SURGICAL CONUNDRUMS
16:00ANAL FISTULA SURGERY IN THE
MODERN AGEDR JOHN LUMLEY
16:15AXILLARY DISSECTION FOR BREAST
CANCERMR BEN GREEN
16:30ONCOPLASTIC BREAST SURGERY: HOW
I DO ITDR EMMA GANNON
16:45RURAL SURGICAL SPECIALISATION:
WHAT IS THE FUTURE?MR IAN CAMPBELL
17:00 VASCULAR EMERGENCIESMR MICHAEL
CONDOUS
17:15 DISCUSSION PANEL
17:30 DAY TWO PROGRAM CLOSE
17:30 - PSA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
FROM 19:00 - PSA DINNER
PSA PROGRAM DAY TWOCONTINUED...
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SESSION ONE: OPERATIVE SURGERY AND VIDEO CASES
08:30
BALLARAT HEALTH LIVE SURGERY CROSS:
1. *LAPAROSCOPIC INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR
2. *LAPAROSCOPIC VENTRAL/PARASTOMAL HERNIA
REPAIR
3. *THE DIFFICULT LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY
4. *LAPAROSCOPIC SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY
5. *TAMIS TRANSANAL RESECTION
6. *LEVEL 3 AXILLARY DISSECTION
*CASES ARE TBC
10:30 MORNING TEA WITH INDUSTRY
SESSION TWO: JIM BEGONIA
11:00 JIM BEGONIA PRIZE
12:00HONOURING JIM PRYOR AND THE
HISTORY OF THE PSA
A/PROF GRAHAM
STEWART
12:45 LUNCH WITH INDUSTRY
13:30
VIDEO CASES DELEGATES AND INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT THEIR VIDEO CASE PRESENTATIONS FOR DISCUSSION
14:45 AWARDS AND PRESENTATION
15:00 PSA ASC PROGRAM CLOSE
PSA PROGRAM DAY THREEMONDAY 04 NOVEMBER, 2019
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FRIDAY 01 NOVEMBER19:00 - 22:00SMART CASUAL DRESS
Join your surgical and anaesthetic colleagues for the 55th PSA ASC/Rural Special Interest Group Combined Welcome Reception at Mitchell Harris Wines.
This 140 year old former produce store, tent-makers, and motor workshop is now a showcase for Ballarat-based Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Craig Mitchell’s locally produced cool-climate wines. Providing the perfect industrial backdrop for the Welcome Reception in the heart of Ballarat, Mitchell Harris Wines will guarantee you a night of good food, fine wine, and great conversation.
TO REGISTER
Tickets are included in registration/associate packages or they can be purchased individually at $99 per ticket.
Visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU to register online to complete the registration form on page 27
MITCHELL HARRIS WINES
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SATURDAY 02 NOVEMBER19:00 - 23:30SMART CASUAL DRESS
Dating back to 1859, the Mechanics Institute was established as a home of education and learning of ‘Mechanical Arts’ for Mechanics Today this beautiful heritage building welcomes visitors from across the globe for cultural events and curated exhibitions; and plays a significant role in Ballarat’s rich heritage.
We will start our night in the beautiful Minerva Theatre, who’s decorative features offers the elegance of years gone by, for welcome drinks and canapes, followed by a three course dinner prepared by the renowned Peter Ford Catering, and local entertainment. For those that wish to continue after the dinner, a *late-night supper and drinks will be available at Mitchell Harris Wines.
TO REGISTER
Tickets are included in registration/associate packages or they can be purchased individually at $110 per ticket.
Visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU to register online to complete the registration form on page 27
*Late night supper TBC
MECHANICS INSTITUTE
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SUNDAY 03 NOVEMBER
19:00 - 23:
SMART CASUAL DRESS
The Yacht Club, located at the southern end of beautiful Lake Wendouree, marries perfectly to the casual, formality-free theme of the evening. A relaxed and intimate setting with spectacular sunset views over the lake, provides the perfect setting to see out the PSA 2019 ASC.
TO REGISTER
Tickets are included in registration/associate packages or they can be purchased individually at $110 per ticket.
Visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU to register online to complete the registration form on page 27
THE YACHT CLUB, LAKE WENDOUREE
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SATURDAY 02 NOVEMBER
10:30 - 16:00
SMART CASUAL DRESS, COMFORTABLE WALKING SHOES
Mount Mitchell is a stunning historic homestead located within the world-renowned Pyrenees wine region of Victoria. The Estate, established in 1838, captures early Victorian rural history, and Its beautiful gardens, and significant homestead and outbuildings provide the perfect start to your visit. Tour the historical gardens including the original formal Rose Garden and working kitchen garden.
Following the tour, enjoy a three course long lunch showcasing local produce in the gardens (weather permitting), before returning to Ballarat.
TO REGISTER
Tickets are included in the Associate package or can be purchased individually at $140 per ticket.
Visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU to register online to complete the registration form on page 27
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SUNDAY 03 NOVEMBER
09:15-16:30
SMART CASUAL DRESS
Spend your Sunday unwinding at the award-winning Lake House Daylesford.
Spend the day in beautiful Daylesford for spa treatment at either the Lake House Daylesford Spa or Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa, where you can experience world-renowned *massage or treatment options. Then sample an internationally acclaimed seasonal lunch at the Lake House Restaurant Daylesford, known for their farm-to-table approach, organic produce and innovative dining.
SPA TREATMENT OPTIONS
LIME & GINGER SALT POLISH An exotic exfoliation ritual to invigorate and revitalise the body. Your skin is deeply cleansed, polished and softened to perfection, followed by a calming application of Lime & Ginger Body Lotion
SPA + LAKE HOUSE RESTAURANT DAYLESFORD
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WELLNESS MASSAGEA simple, authentic massage experience beginning with a signature blend of oils to calm and soothe the mind, followed by traditional massage methods including: Swedish, aromatherapy, relaxation and passive stretching
PLEASE NOTE1. *Spa treatments will be held at both The Lake House
Daylesford and the Hepburn Bathhouse 2. Places will be capped at 20 guests3. Spa treatments will be a maximum of five guests at the one
time4. You will be contacted prior to for your preferred spa treatment
option5. There will be two lunch sittings6. You will have time to explore Daylesford before or after spa/
lunch
INCLUSIONS• Spa Treatment• Lake House Restaurant Lunch• Return transfers
TO REGISTER
Tickets are included in the Associate package or can be purchased individually at $385 per ticket.
Visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU to register online to complete the registration form on page 27
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PSA 2019 ASC REGISTRATION TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Cancellation of any registered component of the PSA 2019 ASC must be made in writing to the Conference Organiser at [email protected]
2. Cancellations received on or before 17:00 AEST on Monday 23 September 2019 will incur a 25% cancellation fee
3. Cancellations received after 17:00 AEST on Monday 23 September will incur 100% cancellation fee
4. Cancellations may take up to 10 working days to be processed
5. Any applicable monies to be returned to the registration payee will be via the original method of payment
6. PSA ASC registrations are individual and non-transferable7. All unexpected costs incurred by GSA in the processing
of PSA ASC registrations may be charged back to the delegate. Such costs include, but are not limited to, bounced cheques fees and related bank charges
8. The Conference Organiser may, in the event of any circumstances which render it necessary, vary the PSA ASC program and the registrant will accept such changes without any claim for reduction in charges or otherwise
CATERING AND DIETARY REQUIREMENTS POLICY
Please note that the assigned caterer is responsible for all catering at the PSA 2019 ASC and the event organiser does not inspect or control food preparation areas, or attempt to monitor ingredients used throughout the event.
We will endeavour to communicate all known dietary requirements within the specified time period, however please be aware that the event organiser accepts no responsibility for ensuring that these requirements can be met. Additionally the event organiser accepts no responsibility for failure to adequately provide your dietary requirements or any consequential damage resulting from such failure.
THE FINE PRINT
PSA REGISTRATION FORMABN 31 091 317 690 | Completed forms should be returned to the Event Organiser C/- General Surgeons Australia, 250-290 Spring Street, EAST MELBOURNE VIC 3002 | Alternatively completed forms can be returned by email - [email protected]
CONTACT DETAILS (please print clearly)
REGISTRATIONEARLY BIRD
(UNTIL 23 SEP)STANDARD
(FROM 24 SEP)
By completing this form you accept that cancellations must be made in writing to the Conference Organiser, and note the following cancellation terms: Cancellations prior to the 23 September 2019 will incur a 25% cancellation fee. Cancellations received after 23 September 2019, will incur 100% cancellation fee without exception
PAYMENT DETAILS (All prices are listed in $AUD & are inclusive of GST)
Cheque | Cheques/bank drafts must be made payable to GSA in $AUD
EFT Payment | Account details will be provided upon request
Credit Card (complete card details below)
MasterCard Visa AMEX
Card Number
CCV (3 digit No. on back/AMEX: 4 digit No. on front)
Exp. Date
______ / ______
Card Holder Name Signature
Prefix First Name Surname
Address
Suburb
State Post Code Country
Preferred Contact #
Email Address
Preferred Name for Name Badge
Associates’ Name for Name Badge (Where Applicable)
ASSOCIATES’ PROGRAM PACKAGE
Associates’ PackageIncludes Associates Activities and Social Program
$770
ASSOCIATES’ PROGRAM | INDIVIDUAL TICKETS
Mount Mitchell Tour & Long Lunch (Saturday 02 November)
$140
Spa & The Lake House Daylesford (Sunday 03 November)
$385
SOCIAL EVENTS | INDIVIDUAL TICKETS
Combined Welcome Reception (Friday 01 November)
$99
PSA Gala Dinner(Saturday 02 November)
$150
PSA Dinner(Sunday 03 November)
$110
REGISTRATION PACKAGEINCLUDES 3-DAY SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM & SOCIAL EVENTS
Surgeon $990 $1,100
Trainee/IMG $770 $880
Retired Surgeon - $770
University Student/Nurse - $550
Please tick to confirm your Social Events attendance: Welcome Reception PSA Dinner Gala Dinner
DAY REGISTRATION
Surgeon/Trainee/IMG/Retired 1-Day Reg (Thur, Fri AND/OR Sat)
- $297
Student/Nurse 1-Day Reg (Thur, Fri AND/OR Sat)
- $150
Please select your day/s of attendance: Saturday Sunday Monday
WORKSHOPS
Colorectal Laparoscopic Skills Workshop - $FREE
Bongiorno’s Financial Breakfast Session - $FREE
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EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION CLOSURE• COB AEST 17:00 Monday 23 September, 2019
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION CLOSURE• COB AEST 17:00 Friday 09 August, 2019
THE VENUE
The Scientif ic Program, Exhibit ion, Workshops and catering will be held at the following venue:
MERCURE HOTEL BALLARAT & CONVENTION CENTRE613 Main RoadBALLARAT VIC
REGISTRATION DESK HOURS
• Friday 01 November: 16:00 - 18:00• Saturday 02 November: 07:30 - 17:30• Sunday 03 November: 08:00 - 17:30• Monday 04 November: 08:00 - 15:00
REGISTRATION
3-DAY REGISTRATION PACKAGEThis package includes registration for one delegate to attend the three-day scientific meeting plus one ticket to each Social Event: Welcome Reception, PSA Gala Dinner, and the PSA Dinner
DAY REGISTRATIONThis includes registration for the one-day of the Scientific Program for Saturday, Sunday, or Monday, or tickets can be purchased to combine into two-day or three-day registration, applicable to the day/s selected
GEN
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WORKSHOP REGISTRATIONThis includes attendance at the applicable workshop only, and does NOT include attendance at any com-ponent of the scientific program or social events, but please be aware that a valid program registration must accompany a workshop registration.
ASSOCIATES’ PROGRAMThis package includes one ticket per registration to the two Associate Program activities plus one ticket to each Social Event: Welcome Reception, PSA Gala Dinner and the PSA Dinner.
CME ACTIVITYAn application for approval of CPD points has been lodged with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Please visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU for up-dates.
HOW TO REGISTER
Please visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU to register online. Alternatively please complete the enclosed registration form and return as directed.
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Victoria’s largest inland city, Ballarat is a thriving hub of
contemporary arts, events, food, brews and wine, with a fascinating
heritage backdrop
Home to iconic museums and renowned art galleries, wildlife
parks, farmers’ markets and lush gardens, Ballarat is the perfect
place to explore. Hear fascinating stories from Victoria’s golden age
at Sovereign Hill and the Central Deborah Gold Mine, learn about
the famous Eureka Rebellion, see local artworks and exhibitions
at the Art Gallery of Ballarat, Australia’s oldest and largest regional
gallery. Shop for antiques, or wander through specialty shops
stocked with boutique clothing, books, homewares and local
crafts. Stroll through tranquil botanic gardens, lakeside parks and
rambling Australian bushland.
To plan your PSA Ballarat stay, VISITBALLARAT.COM.AU offers
some great resources. For details on how to get to Ballarat (from
Melbourne Airport) visit PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU.
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MERCURE BALLARATP: +61 3 5327 1200E: [email protected]: mercureballarat.com.au
Set amongst immaculately maintained gardens, Mercure Ballarat offers a warm and inviting environment for delegates of the PSA 2019 ASC.
ROOM RATEThe Mercure Ballarat is pleased to offer the following discounted accommodation rate for PSA delegates:
• $168 per night per room including breakfast for one
TO BOOKPlease call - 61 3 5327 1200, or email - [email protected] the Mercure Ballarat noting the following:
• Group Reservation Code: PROVINCIAL SURGEONS OF AUSTRALIA #78958
• Credit card details to secure the booking
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will close at AEST 17:00 on FRIDAY 09 AUGUST, 2019
Please note the following in preparation of your abstract:
All submissions must include:1. Your abstract must be 250 WORDS or less (excluding title and
author/s) 2. Your submission must include your training level: Fellow/
Consultant, Trainee/IMG, Junior Doctor, Medical Student 3. Research papers should follow the format of: PURPOSE,
METHODOLOGY, RESULTS, CONCLUSION 4. Please do not include references, images, tables, and/or
figures 5. Case studies will not be considered under any circumstance6. No more than two (2) abstracts will be accepted per applicant
ABSTRACT REVIEW PROCESSAll abstracts will be reviewed by the PSA 2019 ASC Organising Committee for either a verbal or poster presentation. This process will take up to three (3) weeks to complete; all applicants will be notified of the outcome no later than Friday 30 August.
Abstracts will be considered for the following categories:
VERBAL1. Category A: Fellow/Consultant - Eight (8)-minute presentation
time + two (2) minute Q&A2. Category B: Trainee/IMG - Six (6)-minute presentation time +
two (2) minute Q&A3. Category C: Junior Doctor/Medical Student - Five (5)-minute
presentation time + two (2) minute Q&A
POSTER
• Papers selected for a poster presentation will have their poster
on display for the duration of the event
To find out more information and to submit your paper visit PSA.
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ts2019 RURAL COACH & GSA RURAL SURGERY GRANTS - FOR TRAINEES & JUNIOR DOCTORS
General Surgeons Australia in conjunction with the RACS Rural Coach Program is pleased to offer Rural Surgery Grants to eligible applicants who are interested in a career in Rural Surgery.
THE GRANTS• Each grant is valued at up to $770 Inc. GST• Each grant is to be used towards attending the
PSA 2019 ASC including registration, travel and/or accommodation
ELIGIBILITYIf you are one of the following, we encourage you to apply:
1. General Surgery Trainees2. General Surgery IMGs3. Junior Doctors who are members of GSA
TO APPLYPlease complete your PSA 2019 ASC registration prior to submitting an online application at PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU.
Successful recipients will have their grant applied retrospectively following the Conference.
Please note that all grant recipients are required to write a
short article about their PSA ASC experience which will then be
published in General Surgery Today and Surgical News.
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GENERAL SURGEONS AUSTRALIA
250-290 SPRING STREET
EAST MELBOURNE
VIC 3002
+61 3 9249 1142
PSA.GENERALSURGEONS.COM.AU
