SWIFT GP Education Night | Beyond the Symptoms

Beyond the Symptoms Clinical Insights That Matter Three specialties. Three clinical challenges. One evening of practical learning. SWIFT Emergency & Urgent Care invites general practitioners and healthcare professionals to an engaging evening of clinical education, specialist insights and professional networking. Beyond the Symptoms brings together three experienced medical specialists to explore important clinical presentations, evidence-based management strategies and practical considerations for everyday general practice. From identifying red flags in back pain and sciatica to optimising cardiometabolic health and recognising potentially life-threatening mushroom poisoning, this education evening is designed to strengthen clinical decision-making and support better patient outcomes. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with specialist presenters, discuss clinical challenges and explore practical approaches to assessment, treatment and referral. Meet Our Presenters & Topics Back Pain & Sciatica: Aetiology, Presentation & Management Dr Prashanth Rao | Brain & Spine Surgeon MBBS, MS, DNB, FRACS (Neurosurgery), PhD Back pain is one of the most common presentations in general practice, but recognising when symptoms indicate more serious underlying pathology is essential. This session explores the causes, clinical presentation, investigation and management of back pain and sciatica, with a focus on identifying red flags, appropriate treatment strategies and indications for specialist referral. Cardiometabolic Health: Treat to Target Dr Pravin Potdar | Specialist Physician FRACP, Diploma in Men's Health Effective cardiometabolic risk management plays a critical role in preventing long-term complications and improving patient outcomes. This presentation explores evidence-based approaches to assessing cardiometabolic risk, setting appropriate treatment targets and optimising management strategies for patients in general practice. Mushroom Poisoning: Recognition, Clinical Course & Management Dr Balveena Dhaliwal | Emergency Physician & Toxicologist FACEM Mushroom poisoning can present significant diagnostic and management challenges, with some exposures potentially resulting in severe toxicity. This session examines the recognition of suspected mushroom poisoning, clinical progression, initial management priorities and appropriate escalation and referral pathways. Event Details Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2026 Venue: The Estate Room, Peppers The Hills Lodge Arrival & Registration: 6:00 pm Educational Program: 6:30 pm – 9:20 pm Audience: General Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals Why Attend? • Gain practical clinical insights from experienced specialists. • Strengthen assessment, investigation and management decisions. • Explore evidence-based approaches to common and less frequently encountered clinical presentations. • Discuss clinical challenges directly with specialist presenters. • Connect with local GPs and healthcare professionals. Reserve Your Place Join us for an evening of meaningful clinical education, professional collaboration and valuable specialist insights. We look forward to welcoming you to Beyond the Symptoms. Hosted by SWIFT Emergency & Urgent Care.