Network Conference 2007
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Annual Conference 2007
“Growing Health at Grass Roots!”
30 March - 1 April 2007
SKYCITY Auckland
The 2007 New Zealand Rural General Practice Network (NZRGPN) conference was hailed a huge success by delegates thanks to the generous support of a wide range of presenters, trainers, sponsors and exhibitors. Accolades must also go to the voluntary input of a dedicated steering committee and other behind the scenes volunteers.
Some Highlights from the Conference:
Congratulations go to Dr Ron Janes who was awarded the inaugural Peter Snow Memorial Medal for his contribution to research in the rural health sector. Dr Janes' research showed us that providing oncall has significant negative personal consequences for GPs, nurses and their families; with serious workforce implications. The award illustrates the significance of the after-hours oncall care issue within the rural sector.
Dr Sarath Gunatunga was recognised for his contribution in rural health to his local community in Opunake, Taranaki, for over 33 years by being awarded a lifetime membership of the New Zealand Rural General Practice Network. Congratulations Sarath!
Nurse delegates used the conference as an opportunity to meet and discuss their role in rural healthcare with the Ministry of Health’s nursing director, Mark Jones, who is very keen to continue to meet with rural nurses and develop a greater understanding of them and the issues they face working in rural communities, particularly those from more remote parts of NZ where there has been a chronic GP shortage. We are hoping to attract a larger nurse representation at the Network’s next annual conference in Christchurch at the end of March 2008.
Gallery of 2007 conference photos
Conference evaluations have proved an important means of focus for next year's conference and we encourage you to have your say by emailing pamm@rgpn.org.nz with any further suggestions and/or feedback you may have to ensure the Network Conference continues to provide excellent opportunity for New Zealand's rural health community to network, train and discuss the issues facing New Zealand rural health practices.
Appreciation is extended to all Sponsors and Exhibitors; without whom your conference would not happen. We hope to see them all on board again next year!
Premier sponsor
Dinner Sponsor
Exhibitors
Children's Programme Sponsor
Partner/Spouse Programme Sponsor
Item Sponsors
2007 Conference Steering Committee
GP representatives: Stephen Graham (Convenor), David Wilson, Andrew Minett
Nurse representative: Deborah Ashley-Smith
Practice Manager representative: Gillian Vincent
Partner/Spouse representative: Sue Janes
Network Office: Adrienne Steele (Chief Executive), Pamm Wilson (Conference Coordinator)
Conference Enquiries
Pamm Wilson
DDI +4 495 5877 |
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