The Australasian College of Paramedicine

Join us in Sydney for a full program of scientific research abstracts, case studies, presentations, workshops, panel discussions and more.

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11 September - Pre-Conference Workshops

12 and 13 September - Conference

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Time (AEST)	(Please note: This schedule is subject to change).
08:00 - 08:30	Registration & Arrival tea and coffee
08:30 - 10:30	Using performance indicators to assess students on clinical placement using the Australian Paramedicine Professional Capabilities Tool (APPCAT). Using performance indicators to assess students on clinical placement using the Australian Paramedicine Professional Capabilities Tool (APPCAT). The Australian Paramedicine Professional Capabilities Tool (APPCAT) aims to standardise and harmonise student assessment during work integrated learning (WIL) activities such as clinical placement. Drawn from Australasian universities, an Expert Reference Group of paramedic academics have advised the design and development of the APPCAT, performance indicators and resource manual. Phase one has now concluded with the completion of three (3) rounds of a modified Delphi technique, reaching agreement on the performance indicators across the Professional Capabilities for Registered Paramedics (PCFRP) domains and subdomains. The performance indicators describe the level of proficiency in acquisition, development and progression of demonstrating safe clinical practice. These are discrete, self-explanatory statements, in easily understood language that contextualise the observable performance example. They help clinical supervisors in verifying the attainment of student performance against the Paramedicine Board of Australia’s PCFRP while providing students with clear expectations whilst undertaking their WIL placement. In this session, the facilitators will present the performance indicators that support the APPCAT and provide an interactive opportunity to apply this to a simulated scenario. This workshop is intended for those who support and supervise paramedic students in clinical practice settings. Learning outcomes: Discuss the relationship of performance indicators to support the development of the APPCAT Using a simulated communication scenario, (PCFRP Domain 2.1) participants will apply the APPCAT tool and associated performance indicators to assess a student under direct observation. Collaborators: Louise Reynolds, PhD Scott Devenish, PhD Ashleigh Finn, Master of Specialist Paramedic Practice Scott Stewart, PhD Lisa Hobbs MPhil (Paramedicine) Jaci Mason PhD, University of Notre Dame, Freemantle Jeremy Taylor Master of Leadership, Central Queensland University, Brisbane Brad Mitchell MClinEd, Flinders University , Bedford Park Dane Rickwood BClinicalPrac(Paramedic), Charles Sturt University Port Macquarie Mal Boyle, PhD, Griffith University, Southport Charlton Quitoriano, GradCertPosPsych, Monash University, Frankston Dennis Walker GCertRRPmedPrac, University of Southern Queensland, Ipswich Rebecca Houli, Master of Applied Research (c)	Paediatric Trauma Management Paediatric Trauma Management Hosted and sponsored by PARA PEM - In this workshop attendees will learn about the nuanced management of paediatric trauma cases. This workshop is suitable for students, through to CCPs/ICPs. Amy Gomes, PARA PEM Director, Critical Care Paramedic and Patient Safety Officer More workshop facilitators announced shortly,	Emergency Birth: A Hands-On Workshop for Paramedics Emergency Birth: A Hands-On Workshop for Paramedics This workshop supports paramedics in managing unplanned out of hospital births. The hands-on workshop covers pathophysiology, patient assessment and interactive workstations with high-fidelity models. With a specific focus on birth, participants will have hands-on practice facilitating normal vaginal births, third stage management, shoulder dystocia, and breech presentations. Alice Svikers, Lecturer, Monash University	Falls assessment in older adults Falls assessment in older adults This workshop will be led by a multi-disciplinary team and aims to demonstrate and educate paramedics on how pre-hospital falls assessment can aid in falls prevention and improve outcomes for consumers post fall. This will be an interactive workshop combining assessment skills and strategies from each profession with discussion on linking it all together in the pre-hospital space. The workshop will consist of each facilitator presenting on the topic and then an interactive group discussion facilitated by an experienced Community Paramedic to link it all together. A/Prof. Danielle Ní Chróinín titled “What’s Up Doc? A medic’s perspective on falls prevention and management” Prof Cathie Sherrington, Professor, University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District A/Prof. Danielle Ní Chróinín, Consultant Geriatrician, Liverpool Hospital Mel Alexander, Extended Care Paramedic, SA Ambulance/Paramedic Practitioner More workshop hosts announced soon.
10:30 - 11:00	Morning tea
11:00 - 13:00	Student safety on placement Jeremy Taylor, Academic Lead – Clinical Placements, Central Queensland University	Paediatric Airway Management Paediatric Airway Management Hosted and sponsored by PARA PEM - Fortunately an infrequently visited area of our clinical practice, this airway workshop is designed to provide some hands on experience with skills that will benefit all ranges of Paramedics. This workshop is suitable for for students, through to CCPs/ICPs. Amy Gomes, PARA PEM Director, Critical Care Paramedic and Patient Safety Officer More workshop facilitators announced shortly,	Beyond the eFAST: The heart of the matter Beyond the eFAST: The heart of the matter Join us for a hands-on 2-hour workshop designed for paramedics, focusing on the advanced applications of ultrasound. Delve into the eFAST exam to quickly identify free fluid, pneumothorax, and hemothorax, and expand your skills with echocardiography to assess cardiac function in trauma and medical emergencies. Enhance your diagnostic capabilities, guide informed decisions and improve the patient care continuum with hands-on practice and expert guidance. Don't miss this opportunity to go beyond the basics and get to the heart of the matter. Hannah Latta, Critical Care Flight Paramedic, Wellington Free Ambulance, Lecturer, Auckland University of Technology and Sonographic Educator, Emergency Department, Wellington Hospital. More workshop facilitators announced shortly.	The Art of Para in the community The Art of Para in the community This workshop will be led by Dr Angela Martin, with a multi-disciplinary team including allied health, medical, and paramedic professionals and aims to discuss the management of a complex case in the community, with a second case prepared if time permits. This workshop will be an interactive group discussion led by the participants with input from each of the professionals present to maximise the patients outcomes. Dr Angela Martin PhD, Manager Clinical Practice- Integrated Care, Ambulance Tasmania Dr Owen Jones More workshop facilitators announced shortly.
13:00 - 14:00	Lunch
14:00 - 17:00	Enhancing Teaching Practices through Peer Review and Collegial Dialogue Enhancing Teaching Practices through Peer Review and Collegial Dialogue The purpose of this workshop is to support participants in reflecting on and making informed judgements to improve teaching practice. Peer review of teaching is a deliberate process that enables peers to collect evidence, provide and receive feedback, and reflect on their teaching. This process builds on good practice initiatives and offers an invaluable opportunity for academics to enhance their teaching through self-reflection, observation of diverse teaching approaches, and collegial dialogue. One of the most effective ways to refresh and innovate teaching methods is to observe other educators in action. During this workshop, we will deconstruct various peer review of teaching frameworks and guide participants in designing an approach tailored to their unique contexts. The workshop will help attendees identify: Leaders within their organisation who can provide assistance. Specific goals they aim to achieve through peer review. Potential collaborators for the review process. Key activities within the review process that will facilitate comprehensive feedback and reflection. Effective methods for sharing reflections and observations. Strategies for implementing changes based on feedback and observations. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a clear understanding of how to initiate and sustain a peer review process that promotes continuous improvement in teaching practices. This interactive session is designed for educators seeking to foster a culture of excellence and collaboration within their institutions. Join us to explore the transformative power of peer review and collegial dialogue in elevating teaching standards and enriching the learning experience for students. Dr Nigel Barr, Discipline Leader – Paramedicine, UniSC Dr Natalie Dodd, Senior Lecturer of Paramedicine, School of Health, UniSC Matt Hill, Lecturer of Paramedicine, School of Health, UniSC	Paediatric Resuscitation Management Paediatric Resuscitation Management Hosted and sponsored by PARA PEM - This workshop will touch on some skills from the trauma and airway workshops, but with a main focus on the management of a paediatric in a range of resuscitation cases. This workshop is suitable for for students, through to CCPs/ICPs. Amy Gomes, PARA PEM Director, Critical Care Paramedic and Patient Safety Officer More workshop facilitators announced shortly,	Virtual Readiness: Sustaining Skills and Reducing Costs of Major Incident Training with Virtual Reality Virtual Readiness: Sustaining Skills and Reducing Costs of Major Incident Training with Virtual Reality This workshop is hosted and sponsored by EmergiSim Virtual Reality - "Virtual Readiness." Focused on sustaining critical skills and enhancing existing training modalities, this session highlights the cost-effective benefits of VR for high-acuity, low-occurrence events. Learn how VR enables consistent, realistic training across geographically diverse territories, ensuring responders are prepared for real-world challenges. Participants will experience VR simulations that enhance decision-making, teamwork and communication, demonstrating the future of emergency preparedness. Join us to discover how leveraging VR technology can expand your existing training programs, maintain essential skills, and reduce training expenses. Mick Byrne, Head of Growth / Co-Founder - EmergiSim Virtual Reality Special guest co-host announced soon.	Wound care for paramedics Wound care for paramedics Guaranteed to have you "in stitches" and an opportunity to get "stuck in" - this workshop will be a fun yet informative hands-on experience with the opportunity to practice/show off your suturing and skin gluing skills from rank beginner to microsurgeon level with multiple foam practice blocks available to participants. Otherwise just listen in , observe and ask any questions you may have about the current and evolving Paramedic role in Acute wound care from skin tears to lacerations including pros and cons of different dressings and primary closure techniques. Matt Green, Extended Care Paramedic, NSW Ambulance
17:00 - 19:00	Informal networking drinks Informal networking drinks In person ticket holders only. More information coming soon.

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Time (AEST)	(Please note: This schedule is subject to change).
08:30 - 08:45	Conference Welcome Conference Welcome Welcome to Country and Pōwhiri
08:45 - 09:05	Official Opening of Conference
09:05 - 10:05	Opening Keynote Presentation - What is a Paramedic? How do we relate to one of the most utilitarian tools ever invented? Opening Keynote Presentation - What is a Paramedic? How do we relate to one of the most utilitarian tools ever invented? Paramedicine has evolved immensely over a relatively short period of time. Whether it is identity, skill set, or scope of practice we always seem to adapt and overcome based on what our community needs. But what are we and how do we explain to others what we do and the skills we bring to the table? We will look into the development and evolution of the Swiss Army Knife and how that parallels the identity development of Paramedics across all contexts and meets the needs of the populations we serve. J.D. Heffern, Chief Paramedic, Indigenous Services Canada, Government of Canada
10:05 - 10:25	College Updates - A year in review College Updates - A year in review A year in review: Discover the remarkable strides made by the College this year in member engagement and advocacy. Join College Engagement Manager, Alisha MacFarlane, and Advocacy Manager, Jemma Altmeier, as they share highlights from major projects, reveal fascinating insights captured from the profession and touch on exciting opportunities that lay ahead for paramedics. Alisha MacFarlane, Member Engagement Manager, Australasian College of Paramedicine Jemma Altmeier, Advocacy and Government Relations Manager, Australasian College of Paramedicine
10:25 - 10:55	Morning Tea Please take this opportunity to explore the research posters during the break.
10:55 - 11:05	3 Minute Thesis	3 Minute Thesis	3 Minute Thesis	3 Minute Thesis
11:05 - 11:25	Research Presentation	Research Presentation	Research Presentation	Research Presentation
11:25 - 11:45	Research Presentation	Research Presentation	Research Presentation	Research Presentation
11:45 - 12:05	Research Presentation	Research Presentation	Research Presentation	Research Presentation
12:05 - 12:25	Research Presentation	Research Presentation	Research Presentation	Research Presentation
12:25 - 13:25	Lunch
13:25 - 13:45	Whole of Health Approaches - Inquiry into Women's Pain Whole of Health Approaches - Inquiry into Women's Pain This session forms part of a series looking at the broader topic of Whole of Health Approaches. The other sessions in the series are Closing the Gap, Palliative Care, Chronic Disease Management. (Full session overview coming soon) Dr Louise Reynolds, Associate Professor ACU, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine, Faculty of Health, Australian Catholic University. Chief Paramedic Officer, Executive Sponsor, Inquiry into Women’s Pain for Safer Care Victoria	Wellbeing - Thriving on Duty: The Ultimate Paramedic Practical Nutrition Guide. Addressing the Nutritional Needs for Long Hours, Shift Work, and Disrupted Sleep Wellbeing - Thriving on Duty: The Ultimate Paramedic Practical Nutrition Guide. Addressing the Nutritional Needs for Long Hours, Shift Work, and Disrupted Sleep Kallie’s nutrition presentation delves into the crucial role of nutrition for paramedics, highlighting how their health often suffers due to long hours, shift work, and disrupted sleep patterns. The session will address the unique challenges paramedics face, emphasise the importance of balanced nutrition, and provide practical strategies for implementing effective nutritional practices within the paramedicine field. Kallie Kitas, Clinical Nutritionist, Binge Breaker	Research Presentation	Research Presentation
13:45 - 14:05	Whole of Health Approaches - Closing the Gap in Healthcare Whole of Health Approaches - Closing the Gap in Healthcare This session forms part of a series looking at the broader topic of Whole of Health Approaches. The other sessions in the series are Inquiry into Womens Pain, Palliative Care, Chronic Disease Management. (Full session overview coming soon)	Wellbeing - Promoting Resilience	Research Presentation	Research Presentation
14:05 - 14:25	Whole of Health Approaches - Palliative Care Whole of Health Approaches - Palliative Care This session forms part of a series looking at the broader topic of Whole of Health Approaches. The other sessions in the series are Closing the Gap, Inquiry into Womens Pain, Chronic Disease Management. (Full session overview coming soon)	Wellbeing - Sleep	Research Presentation	Research Presentation
14:25 - 14:45	Whole of Health Approaches - Chronic Disease Management Whole of Health Approaches - Chronic Disease Management This session forms part of a series looking at the broader topic of Whole of Health Approaches. The other sessions in the series are Closing the Gap, Palliative Care, Inquiry into Womens Pain. (Full session overview coming soon)	Wellbeing - Improving Culture	Research Presentation	Research Presentation
14:45 - 15:15	Afternoon Tea Please take this opportunity to explore the research posters during the break.
15:15 - 15:30	Assessment of Special Populations - Paediatrics Assessment of Special Populations - Paediatrics This session is the first in a series of presentations on Assessment of Special Populations and aims to shine the light on the considerations and different approaches to assessment when engaging with paediatric populations. This will include communication, biases, and clinical challenges. This session will include 3 other presenters who will speak about bariatrics, neurodivergent and geriatrics. (Full session overview coming soon)	Thriving in Private paramedicine - Opportunities in Private Practice Thriving in Private paramedicine - Opportunities in Private Practice This session is the first in a series of presentations on Thriving in Private Paramedicine and aims to shine the light on the professional lives of paramedics working in the private sector and the opportunities and jobs that can be experienced outside the jurisdictional service. (Full session overview coming soon) Michael Smith	TeleHealth - Secondary Triage TeleHealth - Secondary Triage This session forms part of a panel series looking at the broader topic of telehealth. The other sessions in the panel are telehealth on the ramp (complications, considerations and controversies), remote patient monitoring and maximizing the use of telehealth. This session will begin the series and would be discussing what secondary tirage is, how it is used and the role that video calls play in the secondary triage environment. (Full session overview coming soon)	Critical Care/ Intensive Care - The Airway Vortex Critical Care/ Intensive Care - The Airway Vortex This session forms a part of panel series looking at Primary Surveys in Critical Care in combination with sessions on ventilation strategies, repair or replace (pressors vs blood) and disable to enable (amputations, thoracostomy, episiotomy). This session will look at the importance of the airway vortex in the setting of recognising a difficult airway, utilising a standardised approach and progressing through the airway interventions that underpin the vortex approach. (Full session overview coming soon) Dr Owen Jones
15:30 - 15:45	Assessment of Special Populations - Bariatric Assessment of Special Populations - Bariatric this session is the second in a series of presentations on Assessment of Special Populations and aims to shine the light on the considerations and different approaches to assessment when engaging with bariatric populations. This will include communication, biases, and clinical challenges. This session will include 3 other presenters who will speak about paediatrics, neurodivergent and geriatrics. (Full session overview coming soon) Catherine Smith, WHY Clinic Director	Thriving in Private paramedicine - Stepping outside the square…. Thriving in Private paramedicine - Stepping outside the square…. The field of private paramedics presents vast opportunities, driven by an increasing demand for personalized healthcare services and rapid response capabilities. Private paramedics can work in diverse settings, including energy, mining and infrastructure, event medical services, corporate healthcare, private transport, and community health programs. This sector allows for a broader scope of practice beyond traditional emergency response, including preventative care, health education, and chronic disease management. Additionally, private paramedics can engage in telehealth, remote patient monitoring, and mobile health units, enhancing access to care in underserved areas. This flexibility fosters professional growth and innovation in delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare services. Dr Peter Mangles, Director, Absolute Medical Response and Chairman, LiveBetter, Pace Aged Care, and Physio Inc	TeleHealth - Telehealth on the ramp (Complications and considerations) TeleHealth - Telehealth on the ramp (Complications and considerations) This session forms part of a panel series looking at the broader topic of telehealth. The other sessions in the panel are secondary triage, remote patient monitoring and maximizing the use of telehealth. This session will be second in the series and would be discussing the legal and ethical aspects of the us of telehealth options while ambulance crews are ramped at hospitals with patients (both in ambulances and internally). (Full session overview coming soon)	Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Ventilation Strategies Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Ventilation Strategies This session forms the second part of a panel series looking at Primary Surveys in Critical Care in combination with sessions on the airway vortex, repair or replace (pressors vs blood) and disable to enable (amputations, thoracostomy, episiotomy). This session will look at the importance of the targeted ventilation strategies including the benefits of the use of mechanical ventilators in the prehospital setting. (Full session overview coming soon)
15:45 - 16:00	Assessment of Special Populations - Neurodivergent Patients Assessment of Special Populations - Neurodivergent Patients This session is the third in a series of presentations on Assessment of Special Populations and aims to shine the light on the considerations and different approaches to assessment when engaging with neurodivergent populations - including communication, biases, and clinical challenges. Charlton Quitoriano, Academic, Monash University and ALS Paramedic, Ambulance Victoria	Thriving in Private paramedicine - Branching Out. Making the most of your skillset and personal attributes Thriving in Private paramedicine - Branching Out. Making the most of your skillset and personal attributes This presentation aims to outline how to optimise opportunities in Paramedicine outside of jurisdictional Ambulance Services. Practical tips and real life examples of how this can be achieved will be discussed, along with realistic timelines and pathways to ensure maximum job satisfaction. Shaun Whitmore, HEMS Intensive Care Flight Paramedic, Ambulance Victoria,	TeleHealth - Remote Patient Monitoring TeleHealth - Remote Patient Monitoring This session forms part of a panel series looking at the broader topic of telehealth. The other sessions in the panel are secondary triage, telehealth on the ramp (complications, legalities, considerations, and controversies) and maximizing the use of telehealth. This will be third in the series and would be discussing the benefits and challenges of remote patient monitoring. (Full session overview coming soon)	Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Repair or Replace (Pressors vs Blood) Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Repair or Replace (Pressors vs Blood) This session forms the third part of a series looking at Primary Surveys in Critical Care in combination with sessions on the airway vortex, ventilation strategies and disable to enable (amputations, thoracostomy, episiotomy). This session will look at determining appropriate circulatory support strategies with a focus on choosing between pressors and blood products. (Full session overview coming soon) Julie Hughes, Critical Care Paramedic – High Acuity Response Unit, Queensland Ambulance Service
16:00 - 16:15	Assessment of Special Populations - Geriatric Medicine- Essential Elements Assessment of Special Populations - Geriatric Medicine- Essential Elements This session will focus on essential elements of assessing the older person including: Recognising delirium, and dementia. Communicating with the unwell older adult Identifying changes from the patient’s baseline. Avoiding bias Clinical challenges in the evaluation of older adults including the reduced reliability of classic clinical presentations in identifying disease- and how to overcome this. Dr Will Browne, Consultant Geriatrician, Eastern Health Melbourne	Thriving in Private paramedicine - Choosing your path Thriving in Private paramedicine - Choosing your path This session is the last in a series of presentations on Thriving in Private Paramedicine and aims to provide guidance on how to choose your employer. It should include things to look for, considerations and alternatives to direct employment. (Full session overview coming soon)	TeleHealth - Maximising the use of telehealth TeleHealth - Maximising the use of telehealth This session forms part of a panel series looking at the broader topic of telehealth. The other sessions in the panel are secondary triage, remote patient monitoring and telehealth on the ramp (complications, considerations and controversies). This will be last in the series and would be discussing the ways in which the use of telehealth can be used to maximise the health outcomes of our patients both from a clinician and a consumer perspective. (Full session overview coming soon)	Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Cognitive Threshold Procedures – hard to start, easy to do Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Cognitive Threshold Procedures – hard to start, easy to do Sometimes we need to do things that we hoped never to have to do. To perform a procedure that may result in significant harm, that someone, a colleague will need to fix. It goes against logic and sense and our consciousness tells us that it shouldn’t happen, that our colleagues will criticise – we are making their job harder. The patient will have a disability or a horrible scar and they will sue. For the wound we make to scar and for our colleagues to have a patient to fix they first need to live! A cognitive threshold procedure is a life-saving intervention that we all may need to do at some point, that are generally technically easy but save lives – we must be prepared to cross the threshold. Adjunct Professor Rich Johnson, Deputy Director, Medical and Clinical services, Director, Clinical Research, Alice Springs Hospital
16:15 - 16:55	Assessment of Special Populations - Panel Discussion Assessment of Special Populations - Panel Discussion Panel discussion surrounding the topic of Assessment of Special Populations Catherine Smith, WHY Clinic Director Charlton Quitoriano, Academic, Monash University and ALS Paramedic, Ambulance Victoria Dr Will Browne, Consultant Geriatrician, Eastern Health Melbourne	Thriving in Private paramedicine - Panel Discussion Thriving in Private paramedicine - Panel Discussion Panel discussion surrounding the topic of work in the private sector Shaun Whitmore, MICA Flight Paramedic, Air Ambulance Victoria Dr Peter Mangles, Director, Absolute Medical Response and Chairman, LiveBetter, Pace Aged Care, and Physio Inc	TeleHealth - Panel Discussion TeleHealth - Panel Discussion Panel discussion surrounding the topic of Telehealth	Critical Care/ Intensive Care Panel Discussion Critical Care/ Intensive Care Panel Discussion Panel discussion surrounding the topic of Critical and Intensive Care Dr Owen Jones, Julie Hughes, Critical Care Paramedic – High Acuity Response Unit, Queensland Ambulance Service, Dr Richard Johnson
16:55 - 17:00	Day One Close
18:30 - 22:30	ACPIC24 Gala Dinner ACPIC24 Gala Dinner In the evolving landscape of paramedicine, we can often face a crisis of identity as we transition between roles such as clinician, managers, leaders, academics, and even researchers. This session will address the lived experience of navigating away from the uniform as the primary role focus, which can be a significant part of our identity. The focus will be on tips to grow in confidence without the uniform and breaking through traditional career paths to find influence at a level beyond serving just one patient at a time. Through the discussion in this session we hope to inspire delegates to navigate and thrive in the multifaceted world of paramedicine beyond what may be considered traditional, to learn from mistakes made and at minimum we hope to show delegates they are not alone in this journey and that sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith. Gala Dinner Ticket holders ONLY (gala dinner is not included in the "conference" or "workshop" tickets) Dr Brendan Shannon, Head of Postgraduate Programs Department of Paramedicine, Monash

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Time (AEST)	(Please note: This schedule is subject to change).
08:20 - 08:25	Day Two Open
08:25 - 08:35	Research Agenda and Introducing Research Plenary's
08:35 - 08:55	Research Plenary 1
08:55 - 09:15	Research Plenary 2
09:15 - 09:35	Research Plenary 3
09:35 - 10:05	Australasian Paramedicine Workforce Survey Australasian Paramedicine Workforce Survey The Australasian Paramedicine Workforce Survey, first of its kind, has revealed key findings and challenges previously unknown to the profession. Join the research team as they explore how this data could shape the future of paramedicine and impact the broader healthcare workforce across Australasia. (More information coming soon) Associate Professor Liz Thyer, Chief Investigator
10:05 - 10:20	Paramedicine journal – developments and opportunities Paramedicine journal – developments and opportunities Paul will talk about the journal’s progress over the past 12 months, including the growing international collaboration and its vision and mission to positively disrupt paramedicine publishing and research. Associate Professor Paul Simpson, Editor in Chief, Paramedicine
10:20 - 10:45	Morning Tea Please take this opportunity to explore the research posters during the break.
10:45 - 11:25	The International Perspective - Vanuatu	Workforce Futures - Urgent Care	Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Climate Change Implications for Practice Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Climate Change Implications for Practice This session forms part of a series called Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine and aims to stimulate conversation and consideration of the practical impacts of climate change for paramedics. Attendees will leave with a sense of responsibility to the community, feeling enabled to start practicing sustainable healthcare practice, and beginning to consider how these factors of climate change will impact their clinical practice in the future. More information coming soon.	Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Mobile ECMO Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Mobile ECMO This session forms a part of a series looking at Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care and includes sessions on Prehospital REBOA and Rural vs Metro Scope of Practice. More information coming soon.
11:25 - 12:05	The International Perspective - PNG	Workforce Futures - Specialist Paramedicine Roles in New Zealand	Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Disease Prevention and Pandemic Management Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Disease Prevention and Pandemic Management This session forms part of a series called Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine and aims to educate and inform the realistic practicalities of pandemic management and how it impacts paramedical care. Attendees will leave with a sense of responsibility to the community, feeling enabled to start practicing sustainable healthcare practice, and beginning to consider how these factors will impact their clinical practice in the future. More information coming soon.	Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Prehospital REBOA Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Prehospital REBOA This session forms a part of a series looking at Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care and includes sessions on Mobile ECMO and Rural vs Metro Scope of Practice. More information coming soon.
12:05 - 12:45	The International Perspective	Workforce Futures - Defining the professional landscape and Paramedicine in Practice	Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Climate Change and the Elderly Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Climate Change and the Elderly This session forms part of a series called Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine and aims to stimulate conversation and consideration of the practical impacts of climate change for paramedics and how it relates to their patients, consumers and stakeholders. Attendees will leave with a sense of responsibility to the community, feeling enabled to start practicing sustainable healthcare practice, and beginning to consider how these factors will impact their clinical practice in the future. More information coming soon.	Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Rural vs Metropolitan Scope of Practice Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Rural vs Metropolitan Scope of Practice This session forms a part of a series looking at Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care and includes sessions on Mobile ECMO and Prehospital REBOA. More information coming soon.
12:45 - 13:35	Lunch
13:35 - 13:55	Spotlight on Sedation - De-escalation Spotlight on Sedation - De-escalation This session aims to highlight contemporary and pragmatic de-escalation strategies or techniques that are applicable to an audience with broad experience from student paramedics to ICPs. (Full session overview coming soon) Jed Owen, Psychologist
13:55 - 14:15	Spotlight on Sedation - Sedation in Cardiac Arrest – Navigating Guidelines and Innovation Spotlight on Sedation - Sedation in Cardiac Arrest – Navigating Guidelines and Innovation The session will aim to emphasise the contemporary evidence surrounding sedation in cardiac arrest whilst highlighting the current state of international prehospital guidelines. By doing so, the presentation aims to simplify when to intervene, how to intervene and why we do so for patients requiring sedation in cardiac arrest. Jack Howard, Intensive Care Paramedic, Ambulance Victoria
14:15 - 14:35	Spotlight on Sedation - Acute Behavioural Disturbances Spotlight on Sedation - Acute Behavioural Disturbances This session aims to explore the pathogenesis of acute behavioural disturbance in addition to contemporary management strategies. (Full session overview coming soon) Tony Hucker, Director,Clinical Quality & Patient Safety, Queensland Ambulance Service
14:35 - 14:55	Spotlight on Sedation - Acute Behavioural Disturbances Spotlight on Sedation - Acute Behavioural Disturbances This session aims to explore the safe practice in sedation as a means of safely managing acute behavioural disturbances from medical, mental health and trauma backgrounds. This would include missed opportunities, monitoring and adverse event management utilising contemporary practice. (Full session overview coming soon) Dr Claire Bertenshaw
14:55 - 15:15	Spotlight on Sedation Panel Discussion Spotlight on Sedation Panel Discussion Following their presentations, the presenters will contribute to a panel discussion, focusing on sedation in paramedic practice Jed Owen, Psychologist, Jack Howard, Intensive Care Paramedic, Ambulance Victoria Tony Hucker, Director, Clinical Quality & Patient Safety, Queensland Ambulance Service and Dr Claire Bertenshaw, Deputy Medical Director, Queensland Ambulance Service
15:15 - 15:40	Afternoon Tea Please take this opportunity to explore the research posters during the break.
15:40 - 16:25	Ask Me Anything Ask Me Anything This session aims to allow conference attendees to ask the questions that have been unanswered throughout the conference. The panel will be made up of subject matter experts from Primary Care (CP/ECP), Critical Care (CCP/ICP/Retrieval), Academia (Education/Research) and Leadership (Management/Executive). There will be posters with QR codes displayed throughout the conference to allow attendees to pose their questions prior to the session. Marty Nichols, Paramedic Specialist & Associate Director Paramedicine & Clinical Practice, NSW Ambulance Dr Louise Reynolds, Associate Professor ACU, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine, Faculty of Health, Australian Catholic University. Chief Paramedic Officer, Executive Sponsor, Inquiry into Women’s Pain for Safer Care Victoria Dr Peter Mangles, Director, Absolute Medical Response and Chairman, LiveBetter, Pace Aged Care, and Physio Inc More presenters announced shortly.
16:25 - 16:35	Awards
16:35 - 17:00	Closing Keynote Presentation Closing Keynote Presentation We are thrilled to announce Associate Professor Jason Bendall, as our closing keynote speaker for the conference. More information on Jason's presentation coming soon Associate Professor Jason Bendall
17:00 - 17:05	Conference Close

Paramedicine's evolution – Embracing the new era

11 - 13 September 2024

Paramedicine's evolution – Embracing the new era

11 - 13 September 2024

Using performance indicators to assess students on clinical placement using the Australian Paramedicine Professional Capabilities Tool (APPCAT).

Paediatric Trauma Management

Emergency Birth: A Hands-On Workshop for Paramedics

Falls assessment in older adults

Paediatric Airway Management

Beyond the eFAST: The heart of the matter

The Art of Para in the community

Enhancing Teaching Practices through Peer Review and Collegial Dialogue

Paediatric Resuscitation Management

Virtual Readiness: Sustaining Skills and Reducing Costs of Major Incident Training with Virtual Reality

Wound care for paramedics

Informal networking drinks

Conference Welcome

Opening Keynote Presentation - What is a Paramedic? How do we relate to one of the most utilitarian tools ever invented?

College Updates - A year in review

Whole of Health Approaches - Inquiry into Women's Pain

Wellbeing - Thriving on Duty: The Ultimate Paramedic Practical Nutrition Guide. Addressing the Nutritional Needs for Long Hours, Shift Work, and Disrupted Sleep

Whole of Health Approaches - Closing the Gap in Healthcare

Whole of Health Approaches - Palliative Care

Whole of Health Approaches - Chronic Disease Management

Assessment of Special Populations - Paediatrics

Thriving in Private paramedicine - Opportunities in Private Practice

TeleHealth - Secondary Triage

Critical Care/ Intensive Care - The Airway Vortex

Assessment of Special Populations - Bariatric

Thriving in Private paramedicine - Stepping outside the square….

TeleHealth - Telehealth on the ramp (Complications and considerations)

Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Ventilation Strategies

Assessment of Special Populations - Neurodivergent Patients

Thriving in Private paramedicine - Branching Out. Making the most of your skillset and personal attributes

TeleHealth - Remote Patient Monitoring

Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Repair or Replace (Pressors vs Blood)

Assessment of Special Populations - Geriatric Medicine- Essential Elements

Thriving in Private paramedicine - Choosing your path

TeleHealth - Maximising the use of telehealth

Critical Care/ Intensive Care - Cognitive Threshold Procedures – hard to start, easy to do

Assessment of Special Populations - Panel Discussion

Thriving in Private paramedicine - Panel Discussion

TeleHealth - Panel Discussion

Critical Care/ Intensive Care Panel Discussion

ACPIC24 Gala Dinner

Australasian Paramedicine Workforce Survey

Paramedicine journal – developments and opportunities

Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Climate Change Implications for Practice

Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Mobile ECMO

Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Disease Prevention and Pandemic Management

Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Prehospital REBOA

Climate Change, Public Health and Paramedicine - Climate Change and the Elderly

Controversies in Prehospital Critical Care - Rural vs Metropolitan Scope of Practice

Spotlight on Sedation - De-escalation

Spotlight on Sedation - Sedation in Cardiac Arrest – Navigating Guidelines and Innovation

Spotlight on Sedation - Acute Behavioural Disturbances

Spotlight on Sedation - Acute Behavioural Disturbances

Spotlight on Sedation Panel Discussion

Ask Me Anything

Closing Keynote Presentation