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Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. Annual Conference12-13 August 2016 Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION

CLOSES 11 JULY 2016

MAJOR SPONSOR

Overall it was a fantastic event and I look forward to the 2016 conference.2015 Conference feedback

THE SOCIETYThe Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. (MLSQ) has approximately 400 members spanning three professions: doctors, solicitors and barristers. Associate members represent professions working in the medico-legal industry including allied health practitioners, nurses, medical administrators, medical defence organisations, medico-legal reporting agencies and tertiary students of medicine and law. This mix of members provides a unique opportunity for practitioners of these disciplines to meet, share knowledge and exchange views on medico-legal issues and to develop an understanding of how those issues affect each profession.

MLSQ was formed in 1952 to further medico-legal knowledge and to promote understanding and rapport between the medical and legal professions. The then Chief Justice of Queensland, The Honourable Justice Macrossan delivered the inaugural address, Medical and Legal Aspects of Drunkenness in relation to drivers of motor vehicles. After a hiatus during the 1970s, MLSQ was re-formed in the 1980’s and has being going from strength to strength since then. During its 60th Anniversary year, the Society agreed to incorporate, adopting a new constitution and introduced Associate Membership.

Past presidents have included a who’s who of Queensland’s legal and medical fraternities. The MLSQ executive rotates biennially through a doctor, barrister, solicitor sequence.

MLSQ is a very active organisation regularly hosting dinner meetings featuring speakers from a variety of professions. Topics covered at dinners address issues and events of current interest and benefit to all practitioners. MLSQ also hosts an annual conference as well as regular educational workshops.

The MLSQ Expert Witness Directory is another valuable membership benefit. Doctors may register to be included in the directory and lawyers may request access to details of experts in particular areas of specialty, via the Secretariat. View the website for further information.

MLSQ full membership is open to registered medical and legal practitioners. Associate membership is open to allied health practitioners, nurses, medical administrators, representatives from medical defence organisations, medico-legal reporting agencies and tertiary students of medicine and law. Annual and three-year membership options are available. For more information about MLSQ, please view the website: www.medico-legal.com.au

2Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. 2016 Conference | MANDATORY REPORTING: Do I? Don’t I?

MLSQ COMMITTEE

Josie Sundin, President

Richard Douglas QC, Senior Vice-President

Tracy Pickett, Vice-President

David Pakchung, Treasurer

Mark Woodrow, Secretary

Emmelene Gray

Glenise Berry

Ian Dickinson

Claire Smith

Andrew Luchich

Melinda Zerner

Brilliant in concept and brilliant in its execution.2014 Conference feedback

This year’s Annual Conference will be held at the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort, Gold Coast, from 12- 13 August 2016.

The executive committee has very carefully crafted a scenario that we feel sure will resonate for doctors and lawyers alike and I encourage you all to attend.

Addressing the consequences for medical practitioners (of varying seniority) in the aftermath of an unwanted procedural outcome, we follow the processes within public and private hospitals. Sorting through the aftermath, our highly respected and experienced presenters will explore the professional, legal and ethical dilemmas and delays practitioners face when caught up in an investigation process.

The issues addressed are significant to all medical practitioners, whatever their specialty and whatever their stage in the profession. We provide an opportunity for legal practitioners to reflect on the role they perform and in particular reflect on the medical, legal and ethical challenges they have to face as the scenario evolves.

Both our esteemed MLSQ Patrons are participating in the business program.

The conference coincides with the 2016 Summer Olympic Games so our evening social activities will have an international flavour, as well as being relaxed and entertaining. The Hon. Justice Daubney, Supreme Court of Queensland, is guest speaker at Saturday’s Conference Dinner.

The Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort’s convenient location, at the northern end of the Gold Coast is close to popular beaches and attractions. Children’s activities are organised on Saturday morning so you and your family will have ample time to enjoy the resort’s on-site facilities.

The collegial nature of our annual conferences is unique and your participation is vital to a great outcome. I look forward to joining you for another highly successful and enjoyable weekend event.

Dr Josie Sundin President Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc.

INVITATION

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CONFERENCE SPONSORSThe Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. wishes to thank our sponsors for supporting the 2016 Conference:

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MAJOR SPONSOR CONFERENCE SUPPORTER

A good mix of speakers and a topic relevant to all. Really enjoyed the format of the scenario.2014 Conference feedback

After graduating from The University of Queensland and completing his internship in Townsville Dr Rob Barnett trained in both Anaesthesia and Intensive Care on the Queensland rotation scheme. He then travelled to Canada where he was the Program Director for Critical Care at the University of Alberta for five years. Rob returned to Australia and became Director of the ICU’s in Townsville, Princess Alexandra and currently at Holy Spirit Northside. He has also held many administrative positions including Director of Medical Services for 10 years at Holy Spirit Northside, and a Board Member of St Vincent’s Health and Aged Care. Rob’s particular interests are in the processes that lead to successful multidisciplinary teams.

Justine Beirne is the Head of Medical Defence and Services, Queensland for Avant Mutual Group. She has extensive experience in medico-legal litigation and disciplinary issues acting for medical mutuals and insurers of allied health practitioners. Justine has successfully combined her litigation experience, risk management skills and Master of Laws, specialising in the area of ethics in medicine, to provide a holistic service to clients in the medical area.

Dr Sara Bird has worked in the medico-legal area since 1998. A University of Sydney Graduate and Fellow of RACGP, Sara is currently the Manager, Medico-legal and Advisory Services with MDA National. She assists doctors in dealing with a variety of medico-legal issues including complaints, investigations, coronial inquiries as well as medical negligence claims, both litigated and unlitigated. Sara has previously worked as a GP and also as a medical officer in sexual assault services, performing forensic medical assessments.

Dr Donna Callaghan is a barrister at the private Bar in Brisbane, practising mainly in the areas of health law and personal injuries. Her previous experience includes 11 years as a medical practitioner, State Claims Manager at a national medical professional indemnity organisation and Senior Associate in a large national law firm in the litigation and dispute resolution group. Donna has a passionate interest and broad experience in the medico-legal field. She had been on the editorial board of the Australian Health Law Bulletin and enjoys publishing and presenting to practitioners of both professions.

Associate Professor Tina Cockburn works within the Faculty of Law, Queensland University of Technology, and is a researcher within the Australian Centre for Health Law Research (ACHLR). Her health law research focuses on patient safety law and medico-legal issues arising out of adverse medical outcomes and the

communication of information, including patient consent and post treatment open disclosure. She has published several books, book chapters and numerous scholarly articles and other publications, nationally and internationally. She is a member of the Queensland Law Society Health and Disability Law Committee.

Hon. Justice Martin Daubney was appointed to the Supreme Court of Queensland in July 2007. At the time of his appointment, he was a silk with an extensive practice in civil litigation and as a mediator, and was President of the Bar Association of Queensland. Justice Daubney holds numerous appointments in professional, charitable and community organisations, including as Chair of the Judges’ Forum of the International Bar Association and as a member of the Senate of The University of Queensland. Justice Daubney will deliver the Conference Dinner address.

Dr Amanda Dines is the Executive Director, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. A Monash medical graduate and a Masters in Public Health from Harvard School of Public Health, Amanda holds fellowships of the Royal Australasian Colleges of Medical Administrators and General Practice. She has worked at the RBWH since 2007; firstly as Deputy Executive Director Medical Services, and more recently as the Executive Director Cancer Care at RBWH and Metro North Hospital and Health Service. Amanda served in the Royal Australian Air Force as a Medical Officer for 24 years, during which time she was deployed on operational service to Iraq and East Timor, and commanded the RAAF Health Services Wing based at Amberley QLD, and the Canberra Area Medical Unit. She transferred to the RAAF Specialist Reserve in 2007 and is currently an Honorary Aide de Camp to the Governor General. Her professional interests include leadership development in healthcare, disaster management, and research ethics and governance.

Dr Jennifer King has more than 32 years experience as a medical practitioner and is a respected and well-credentialed medical administrator. Over the past 20 years Dr King has held significant executive leadership roles including Executive Director Mater Public Hospitals Brisbane, General Manager Wesley Hospital, Executive Director Logan-Beaudesert Hospitals and Executive Director Princess Alexandra and QEII Hospitals. Recently as an independent consultant she has performed senior medical administrator roles in Western Australia, Gladstone Hospital, Coffs Harbour Hospital and Cairns hospitals.

INVITED SPEAKERS


Dr Lawrence Malisano completed his primary medical degree at The University of Queensland. After post graduate training in Queensland, he was awarded his Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Subsequent Fellowship experience included appointments in hip and knee arthroplasty at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, London, a trauma fellowship at The University Hospital in Bochum (Germany) and a Reconstruction and Trauma Fellowship at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto. Lawrence is a Senior Specialist at the Princess Alexandra Hospital and has an education role with The University of Queensland Medical School. He is a Fellow of the Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA) and currently serves as the AOA’s second vice-president; is a Council Member of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in which capacity he chairs the RACS professional standards committee.

Annette McMullan was appointed as Chief Legal Counsel for Queensland Health in 2011, providing legal advice to the Minister for Health and Minister for Ambulance Services, Director-General and Senior Executive of Queensland Health on legal issues associated with the Departments key programs, policies and portfolio legislation. In addition to her legal qualifications, Annette holds a Bachelor of Nursing from QUT and post graduate midwifery qualifications, practising as a registered nurse and midwife for over 20 years, prior to her admission to the Supreme Courts of the ACT and Queensland.

Dr Kerri Mellifont QC was admitted to the Queensland Bar in 1994, and took silk in 2010. She practises predominantly in the areas of mediation, criminal and regulatory law and administrative law. A large part of her admin practice is representing registrants in medical disciplinary matters. She was a member of the Psychologist’s Board of Queensland 2005 until 2010. Kerri holds a doctorate having researched illegally and improperly obtained evidence, and is the author of a book on that topic entitled, Fruit of the Poisonous Tree. She was the senior legal officer in the Forde Commission into Child Abuse, one of the silks acting as Counsel Assisting the Flood Commission of Inquiry, and sits on the QUT Law Founders Scholarship Committee and the board of Barristers Chambers Ltd.

In 2012 Dr Susan O’Dwyer was appointed Executive Director, Medical Services, Metro South Hospital and Health Service. Susan is a member of the Queensland Board of the Medical Board of Australia, as well as Queensland’s Practitioner member on the national Medical Board of Australia. She chairs the Queensland Registration Committee of the Medical Board of Australia, and was previously a member of the Australian Medical Council prevocational accreditation standards committee. She has worked in medical administration roles at various facilities across

Queensland since 2001, including a seven year term at Queensland Health with responsibilities for medical workforce, education and training. Susan is a Censor with the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators.

Dr Luis Prado joined The Wesley Hospital in 2004 as Director of Medical Services where he is responsible for Clinical Governance. Luis is also the Chief Medical Officer for UnitingCare Health. His previous positions include Manager of Junior Medical Staff at Princess Alexandra Hospital, Deputy Director of Medical Services at Greenslopes Private Hospital and Director of Clinical Training at both The Prince Charles Hospital and Greenslopes Private Hospital. He has also served as a medical officer with the Australian Regular Army, including deployments to the Western Sahara and Solomon Islands and commanded the 11th Medical Company at Gallipoli Barracks, Brisbane. Luis is actively involved in medical education and clinical teaching and regularly teaches medical students via UnitingCare Health Clinical School and is an Associate Professor for Bond University. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, the Australian College of Health Services Management, the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators, The Australasian Association for Quality in Health Care and the International Society for Quality in Health Care and holds a Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine.

Dr Nigel Prior is a graduate of The University of Queensland, a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) and a Fellow of the Australasian Chapter of Addiction of Medicine of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FAChAM). He trained both in the United Kingdom and Australia and has had extensive experience in both clinical and forensic psychiatry. He is a member of the Forensic Faculty of the RANZCP, the Medico-Legal Society of Queensland and the American Association of Psychiatry and the Law. He is a Senior Lecturer in Psychiatry at The University of Queensland. His special interests relate to general psychiatry involving anxiety and depressive disorders, addiction medicine and civil medico-legal practice. He has previously been a member of General Council and a Chair of the Board of Practice Standards of the RANZCP.

Dr Stephen Walker is Associate Medical Director of the Cognitive Institute. Prior to joining the Cognitive Institute Stephen held positions as Director of Clinical Training, Deputy Director of Medical Management and Emergency Physician at Mater Health Services Brisbane. He has completed postgraduate studies in both clinical education and medical management. Stephen has been a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, The University of Queensland. In 2013 he was named Queensland Clinical Educator of the Year.


PROVISIONAL PROGRAM

FRIDAY 12 AUGUST 2016

1700 – 1900 Registration Gallery, Ballroom Level

1830 - 2130 Conference Welcome Garden Terrace, Ballroom Level

SATURDAY 13 AUGUST 2016

0800 Registration

0845 Conference Welcome Josie Sundin, President, MLSQ

0850 Official Opening Hon. Justice David Boddice, Supreme Court of Queensland and MLSQ Legal Patron

0900 Keynote Address: To Err is Human – To Report is Mandatory

• Philosophy behind patient safety standards and mandatory reporting

• Moving away from a blaming and shaming approach to patient safety has been an important evolution in health, but this is not advocating an approach of no accountability.

• Mandatory reporting is an important safety net when local efforts around patient safety fail to provide the full protection patients need.

Dr Stephen Walker, Associate Medical Director, Cognitive Institute, Brisbane

0920 Mandatory Reporting: Do I? Don’t I? Scenario introduced by Tracy Pickett, Vice-President MLSQ

0930 Mandatory reporting by practitioners Dr Rob Barnett, Director ICU, Holy Spirit Northside Private Hospital

• Never forget your ABCDE Accuse, Blame, Criticise, Deny, Enquiry

• Dynamics of a multidisciplinary team

• Bullying in the medical workforce

A regional perspective Dr Jennifer King, Medical Administration Specialist and Independent Consultant

• Clinical Governance - importance of peer review and performance review, credentialing and scope of practice, graded assertiveness for junior medical staff

• Operational Management - Code of Conduct, internal escalation processes, new procedure approval processes

• Interface between the regulatory agency and internal hospital systems and processes

MANDATORY REPORTING: DO I OR DON’T I?

On a Sunday afternoon in the intensive care ward of a regional base hospital, a Trainee is faced with an ethical dilemma which will shape his career. The Trainee finds himself teamed with a consultant who, fairly or not, has a reputation as a “cowboy”. The conference scenario explores the professional and personal ramifications experienced by the Trainee in the context of his decision to report, or not to report, to the Board and the Coroner. Our conference speakers will follow the Trainee from the time of the event, through the various investigations by the facility and the Coroner, and the sequelae of his decision to report or not to report to the Board.

This scenario is purely fictional and was developed by doctors and lawyers with many years’ experience in medico-legal matters.


1000 Incident Investigation Public v Private: Root cause analysis v report to the OHO

Dr Amanda Dines, Executive Director, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Brisbane

Dr Luis Prado, Director of Medical Services, The Wesley Hospital, Brisbane

1030 Q&A

1045 Morning tea – Gallery

1115 Scenario continues

1120 Obtaining investigation documentation and disclosure obligations

• Obtaining documentation pursuant to the Hospital and Health Boards Act 2011 (HHB Act)

• Nature and extent of disclosure obligations to external regulators and others

• Legislative protections in relation to disclosure under the HHB Act

Annette McMullan, Chief Legal Counsel, Queensland Health


SATURDAY 13 AUGUST 2016 cont...

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Queensland Law Society members are welcome to self assess CPD points on the basis of 1 CPD point per hour of attendance for this conference.

Members of the Bar Association of Queensland are also welcome to self assess CPD points on the basis of 1 CPD point per hour of attendance.

1135 Coroner’s Investigation: Legal representation at Inquest and the issue of privilege

• Should you engage your own legal representation, or be represented by the hospital’s/your employer’s lawyers?

• Considerations for providing, or not providing, a pre-inquest statement, and if providing one, how much information should you include?

• When to claim, and when not to claim, privilege against self-incrimination and/or penalty privilege?

Kerri Mellifont QC, Brisbane

Dr Sara Bird, Manager, Medico-legal and Advisory Services, MDA National, Sydney

1205 Disciplinary action: How are the issues handled?

Coroner’s referral of Dr Alpha to the Medical Board • Balancing acknowledgment of fault and errors of judgment

against robust presenting defence and mitigation• Expressing remorse and regret• Proactive plans for prevention of similar situation and

adverse outcomes.Donna Callaghan Barrister, Brisbane

Dr Trainee’s notice to show cause• Navigating the path – a supervisor’s competency versus

mandatory reporting• Seeking counsel from colleagues – does it help or hinder?• The truth and credibility – where do you stand with

differing versions of events?Justine Beirne Head of Medical Defence and Service – Queensland, Avant Mutual Group

1235 Q&A

1245 Lunch – Garden Terrace

1415 Scenario continues

1420 Medical Board – Its Role

• Co-regulation in Queensland – what does it mean in practice?

• What is happening in respect to the number of notifications in Queensland?

• What is the Queensland Board of the Medical Board of Australia doing to improve medical regulation?

Dr Susan O’Dwyer, Member of the Queensland Board of the Medical Board of Australia & Executive Director Medical Services, Metro South Health, Brisbane

1440 Panel session: Hear no evil, Speak no evil, Report no evil

• Ethical foundations of mandatory reporting laws

• Impact of mandatory reporting on the profession

• Personal impact on the medical practitioner

Facilitator: Melinda Zerner, Barrister and MLSQ Committee Member

Panelists:

• Dr Nigel Prior, Psychiatrist

• Dr Lawrence Malisano, Councillor, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and Chair, RACS Professional Standards Committee

• Associate Professor Tina Cockburn, Australian Centre for Health Law Research, QUT Faculty of Law, Brisbane

• Dr Susan O’Dwyer, Member of the Queensland Board of the Medical Board of Australia & Executive Director Medical Services, Metro South Health, Brisbane

1530 (approx)

Conference Closing Remarks Dr Glenda Powell, MLSQ Medical Patron

1900 Conference Dinner After-Dinner Address: Hon. Justice Martin Daubney, Supreme Court of Queensland


FRIDAY 12 AUGUST

An Olympic Conference Welcome Garden Terrace

Time: 1830 - 2130 hrs

Cost: Inclusive for delegates and registered partners. Includes welcome drink and dinner. Cash bar will operate.

Additional tickets: Adults: $70 Children 6-12 years: $35

Celebrate the 2016 Olympics with a welcoming drink on arrival. With 207 countries participating at the Summer Olympic Games, the Marriott executive chef has designed a special, international themed menu for this informal welcome dinner. Relax and enjoy fine food and the company of colleagues and friends on the Garden Terrace. Dress: Smart casual attire. A jacket is recommended if there is a cool evening breeze.

SATURDAY 13 AUGUST

Breakfast

A full buffet breakfast is included in the Marriott accommodation room tariff (not conference registration) and is available only from Citrique Restaurant which opens for breakfast from 0630 hrs. Please allow ample time for breakfast as the first session commences at 0845 hours sharp!

Buffet breakfast for non-residential delegates and additional guests is available at the discounted delegate rate of $25 for adults and children over 12 years. Children 6-12 years: $12.50. Room service breakfast is not included in the single or double occupancy tariff.

Lunch

Time: 1245 hrs

Cost: Inclusive for delegates and registered partners. Additional tickets: $45

Lunch will be served for delegates and registered partners on the Garden Terrace. Entry is by ticket only so please indicate attendance on the registration form.

Conference Dinner Marriott Ballroom

Time: 1900 for 1930 hrs

Cost: Inclusive for delegates and registered partners. Additional tickets: $130

Dress: Gentlemen: jacket but no tie. Ladies: Evenings may be cool so a wrap or jacket may be necessary.

Following the day’s sessions, join delegates and guests for an enjoyable and entertaining conference grand finale. The Hon. Justice Martin Daubney is the after-dinner guest speaker. Pre-arranged seating will be organized. Please indicate on the registration form if you wish to sit with particular delegates.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIESSaturday 13 August 0930 – 1145 hrs

For children up to 12 years: Please meet your activities leader at the terrace by the pool for fish feeding in the lagoon. After this, go back to the Kids Club for a morning of arts, crafts and games. Children who are not toilet-trained must be accompanied by an adult. Please register your child’s attendance on the registration form. Places are limited!

For older children, unsupervised activities at the resort include the world class pool, slides and lagoon complete with tropical fish, a reef and a beach. Fish feeding is scheduled every morning at 9.30am at the Lagoon. The hotel has a water sports kiosk where you can hire snorkel gear, li-los and water play items, or bring your own gear and avoid hire fees! Or play a game of tennis on the resort courts. Bring your own tennis gear or equipment is available for hire at the activities desk.

SOCIAL PROGRAM

Well done. I enjoyed it very much - very thought-provoking.2015 Conference feedback

REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION FEES

Earlybird (on or before 11 July 2016)

Fulltime

MLSQ Member * $570 $610

MLSQ Non-member * $620 $650

Partner $275 $275

REGISTRATION ENTITLEMENTS

Fulltime registration includes session admission, Friday conference welcome dinner, Saturday lunch, morning tea, pre- and post-session coffee, Saturday conference dinner, namebadge, conference satchel containing conference handbook and papers and other material.

Partner registration applies to a delegate’s partner who is ineligible for MLSQ Membership but may wish to attend sessions and all social functions. Includes session admission, Friday conference welcome dinner, Saturday lunch, morning tea, Saturday conference dinner, namebadge, conference satchel containing conference program and other material.

Late/on-site registration refers to those delegates who register on or after Monday 1 August 2016, or who pay to register upon arrival at the event. Satchels and contents cannot be guaranteed for late/on-site registrations.

* MLSQ Membership:

• Includes current full membership and current associate membership.

• Refer to the MLSQ website: www.medico-legal.com.au for membership category details.

• Please indicate on the registration form if you wish to join the society and details will be forwarded to you immediately.


CLOSES 11 JULY 2016

REGISTRATION CANCELLATION POLICY

Registration cancellations must be in writing. Cancellations made before 25 July 2016 will be refunded less a $120 administration fee. No registration refunds will be made after this date. However, your registration may be transferred to another person before 5 August 2016 without penalty. Transfers made on or after 5 August 2016 will incur a $50 processing fee. The conference secretariat must be advised in writing of any cancellation, alteration or transfer.


SURFERS PARADISE MARRIOTT RESORT

Directions from Brisbane

Drive along the Pacific Motorway (M1), take the Smith Street Connection Exit to Southport.

1. Smith Street turns slightly left and becomes North Street. At the end of North Street, turn right onto the Gold Coast Highway, following the signs to Surfers Paradise.

2. Travel on the Gold Coast Highway for approximately 4 kms. As you enter Surfers Paradise you will see the Marriott Hotel on your right. Note: for southbound traffic there is no right turn into the hotel from the highway.

3. To access the hotel, turn left into Pandanus Ave and then right into Surfers Paradise Boulevard.

4. Turn right into Cypress Ave (third street along).5. Turn right into Gold Coast Highway, heading north back towards

Southport. Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa entry is approximately 600 m on the left.

Interstate delegates are recommended to fly directly into the Coolangatta Airport. Transfers to Surfers Paradise on Friday afternoon/evening take approximately 35-45 minutes. Pre-arranged limousine transfers are recommended. A one-way fixed price of $77 (plus a modest airport toll) may be booked in advance: Hughes Limousines: 07 5504 3800 or email [email protected]. Taxi fares are approximately $65.


CONFERENCE VENUELeave the city lights and Friday afternoon traffic behind! On arrival at the five-star Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa situated at the secluded, northern end of Surfers Paradise, you will instantly feel relaxed. This Gold Coast hotel’s unique facilities, ideal location and award-winning service combine to create an unrivalled conference venue and weekend retreat. You and your family can choose to dine at highly rated restaurants such as Citrique, relax around private sandy beaches or swim and snorkel with over 400 tropical fish in the $8.5 million heated saltwater lagoon. Set amidst lush tropical gardens, this Gold Coast beach resort hotel is renowned for its Pacific Ocean views, quality accommodation, excellent conference facilities, attentive service and its luxurious day spa, Lattouf Hair & Day Spa.

In mid August expect clear blue skies, warm sunshine and cooler evenings. Combining conference sessions with a relaxed and casual environment will facilitate stimulating, open discussion and exchange of views from both professions on a topic of interest to all.

SURFERS PARADISE MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA

158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise Q 4217 www.surfersparadisemarriott.com.au

Book your accommodation as early as possible via the registration form to secure your preferred accommodation, preferably before 11 July 2016.Please note that the conference room rate is the “best available”. MLSQ has a contractual obligation to book a certain number of accommodation rooms.

If rooms are booked “on-line” or directly with the hotel, they are not included as part of the MLSQ contract.

Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa is a 5 star property with over 250 large, modern hotel rooms and suites - all with balconies and panoramic views of the ocean, Gold Coast skyline or hinterland. Suites and standard rooms feature either a king size bed or two double beds, with some rooms interconnecting. Included with your accommodation is:

• Full buffet breakfast at Citrique Restaurant (depending on room occupancy)

• Full use of the Resort fitness centre

• Complimentary use of the Resort’s two tennis courts and salt water lagoon

• Complimentary internet access in guest rooms

• Complimentary undercover car parking

Please read the following information carefully BEFORE completing the accommodation booking section on the registration form.

• Special rates have been negotiated with Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort. These room rates are available only by booking through the conference secretariat, and are applicable to the three days before and/or after the conference (subject to availability).

• Please book early to avoid disappointment! All rooms will be subject to availability from 18 July 2016.

• Single, double or twin rooms are available.

• If you wish to reserve a suite, please contact the secretariat to ascertain the conference rates.

• Interconnecting rooms – a king bed room and a twin bed room - are recommended for family accommodation. These are subject to availability so please book as soon as possible.

• The maximum occupancy in a standard room is three adults, or two adults and two children (up to 14 years).

• Please advise children’s ages on the registration form

• Extra bedding (rollaway bed or cot) is complimentary for children up to 14 years, and $40 per night for an adult.

• Room rates are per room per night and include GST. The rate includes full buffet breakfast in Citrique Restaurant for one adult (single occupancy) or two adults (double occupancy).

• Credit card details or a deposit of at least one night’s tariff must accompany your registration form before your reservation can be processed. Deposits will be deducted by the venue when you settle your account on check-out. A tax invoice/receipt will be issued at that time.

• Alternatively, your credit card authority will be passed to the hotel to secure room reservations. The secretariat will not debit your credit card for your accommodation deposit. The total amount owing will be debited at check-out and a tax invoice/receipt issued.

• Check-in time is 1500 hrs. Check-out time is 1100 hours. Late check-out may be requested but cannot be guaranteed.

• Please indicate your expected arrival and departure times on the registration form.

• If you are a Marriott Rewards Member, please include your membership number and your details will be included with your reservation.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• Accommodation cancellations must be made in writing to the secretariat.

• Accommodation deposits will be refunded if a cancellation is notified prior to 29 July 2016 and the room is reallocated to another delegate.

• Between 29 July and 5 August 2016, a cancellation of one night’s deposit applies, unless the room is reallocated to another delegate.

• Rooms cancelled after 5 August 2016 will incur a cancellation fee equal to the tariff for the total number of room nights booked, unless the room is reallocated.


ACCOMMODATION

Best one yet. Very practical for doctors and educational for lawyers.2014 Conference feedback


CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Registration will be conducted in the Ballroom Lobby, Level 2, at the following times:

Friday 12 August 2016 1700 – 1900 hours

Saturday 13 August 2016 0745 hours

CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT

Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. PO Box 2624 TOOWONG QLD 4066 Tel/Fax: 07 3871 0595 Email: [email protected] www.medico-legal.com.au

EMAIL COMMUNICATION

All communication with the MLSQ Conference secretariat will be by email. It is essential that you provide an accurate email address that you check regularly.

CHILD CARE FACILITIES

The Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort recommends delegates contact Heaven Sent Help to arrange child-care:

Phone: Ann Rawding: 0414 386 222 or 07 5598 7067 Email: [email protected] Website: www.heavensenthelp.com.au

DRESS

Smart casual attire is appropriate for conference sessions. A jacket may be required for air-conditioned session rooms and evening activities. Jacket but no tie is the dress for gentlemen attending the conference dinner. A wrap or jacket is recommended for ladies for cooler evenings.

CAR PARKING

Under-cover car parking for one vehicle is included in the conference accommodation rate for delegates staying at the resort. For non-resort guests, parking is $15 per day or valet parking is $25 per day.

TAXIS

Should you require taxis or limousine hire cars, telephone numbers are:

Gold Coast Taxis: 131 008

Hughes Limousines: 07 5504 3800 or email [email protected]

DISCLAIMER

• The Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. and BE Event Management and their agents act only as organisers of these conference activities and do not accept responsibility for any act or omission on the part of the service providers. No liability is accepted for any inaccuracy, misdescription, delay, damage, death or personal injury.

• All information in this brochure is correct at the time of publication but is subject to change without notice.

• By registering for the Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. 2016 Conference delegates agree to abide by the conditions set out in this brochure.

PRIVACY STATEMENT

Your name, organisation, and city will be published on the delegate list provided to delegates at the conference. Your contact details may be used by MLSQ for promotion, networking and administration of this and future MLSQ events. Photographs of delegates and speakers taken at the conference by MLSQ or its service providers may be used for MLSQ promotional material and the MLSQ website for the purpose of promoting future society events.

If you prefer that your details are not used for these purposes please contact the conference secretariat at [email protected].

GENERAL INFORMATION

PERSONAL DETAILS

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Please indicate: Doctor Lawyer Associate Other

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

(Please note any specific dietary, wheelchair access or other requirements)

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Conference Dinner preferred seating arrangements

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REGISTRATION FEES

Earlybird (on or before 11 July 2016)

Fulltime Cost

MLSQ Member* ____ x $570 ____ x $610

MLSQ Non-member* ____ x $620 ____ x $650

Registered Partner ____ x $275

Subtotal $

Name for namebadge: ......................................................................

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Partner’s name for namebadge: ........................................................

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* MLSQ Membership:• Includes current full membership and current associate membership.• Refer to the MLSQ website for membership category details.• Partner registration applies to a delegate’s partner who is ineligible for

membership but wishes to attend sessions and all social functions.

Please indicate if you wish to join MLSQ and details will be forwarded to you immediately.

REGISTRATION FORMMedico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. 2016 Conference ABN: 95 306 570 547 This document becomes a tax invoice for GST purposes when payment is made.


CLOSES 11 JULY 2016


Please complete all sections of the registration form to ensure you are correctly registered.The form may be completed on screen, saved as a PDF file and emailed to:

Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. 2016 Conference PO Box 2624, TOOWONG QLD 4066 Ph/Fax: 07 3871 0595 Email: [email protected]


Delegate

Please indicate

attendance yes or no Partner

Please indicate

attendance yes or no

Additional tickets

No. of additional

ticket(s) req.Additional

charge

Conference Welcome Included in registration Y N Included in partner

registration Y N $70

Conference Welcome (Child 6-12 yrs) n/a n/a n/a n/a $35

Lunch Included in registration

Y N Included in partner registration

Y N $45

Conference Dinner Included in registration

Y N Included in partner registration

Y N $130

Subtotal $

ACCOMMODATION To secure your preferred accommodation booking, we strongly encourage you to book your accommodation early, preferably before 11 July 2016.• Please read the accommodation section in the brochure on page 12 BEFORE completing this form.• A tax invoice for accommodation will be issued by the resort at check out.• Accommodation bookings received after 18 July 2016 are subject to availability.• Credit card details or a deposit of one night’s tariff are required to secure the booking. The secretariat will not debit credit

cards for accommodation deposits.

PAYMENT SUMMARY AMOUNT

Cost

Registration Fees $

Conference Activities $

Accommodation Deposit - please enter amount (Not required for credit card payments)

$

Total $PAYMENT METHOD

Payment must accompany this registration form. Conference registration cannot be confirmed until payment is received. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars and include GST. Payment must be received by the due date to receive the nominated discounts otherwise the next level of payment will be charged.

Payment options:

My cheque payable to Medico-Legal Society of Queensland Inc. is enclosed.

Bank transfer BSB 084-424 Account number: 942591297• Please include delegate’s name in the transaction reference. • [email protected].• Please forward a completed registration form to the secretariat

to be fully registered and accommodation booked.

Please debit my credit card: Mastercard Visa

Credit Card Number:

Expiry Date:

Cardholder: ................................................................................

Signature: ................................................................................... (Electronic Signature Accepted)

A confirmation letter will be forwarded to you by email once your registration has been processed.

Please book the following accommodation:

Room Type Rate per night Please indicate

Single Room # $265 Double Room # $290 Twin Room # $290 Interconnecting Rooms Double + Twin

$580

Ocean View Room Guaranteed

+ $30/night

Suite POA ^

Check in:......................../Aug My ETA is: ......................Hours

Check out:....................../Aug My ETD is: ......................Hours

• # Single occupancy = 1 daily buffet breakfast included in tariff

• # Double/twin occupancy = 2 daily buffet breakfasts included in tariff

• Interconnecting rooms are recommended for families. Please book BOTH a double room and a twin room. Book early to avoid disappointment.

• Guaranteed Ocean View Room attracts a $30 surcharge per night

• ^ Suites: contact the secretariat for rates and availability

• A charge of $40/night applies for additional bedding for guests over 14 years

Saturday Morning Children’s Activities: Name and age of children participating (up to 12 years):

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CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES Costs are included in the registration fee unless otherwise indicated below. For catering purposes, it is essential that you advise yes or no regarding your attendance.

I will be sharing accommodation with (please provide names): .............................................................................................................................

Other special requirements (eg rollaway bed/cot): ...............................................................................................................................................

Marriott Rewards Membership Number: .............................................................................................................................................................

Please indicate age of children accompanying you to the conference: ....................................................................................................................

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Documents

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