Recent updates to the primary care clinical guidelines for contraception provide essential advice for GPs in family practice to help you to make evidence-based, patient-centred treatment decisions regarding contraception options.
In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo covers the latest updates to the clinical guidelines for contraception — providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs.
For further learning, explore the Primary Certificate of Family Planning for Women short course. 🎓 3 modules | 30.5 CPD hours
Below, watch the full expert presentation and Q&A with Dr Simone Gonzo.
Explore the complexities of contraception options, including:
Watch this essential GP Update to enhance your ability to manage contraception through all stages of your patients' lives.
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Make it easier to apply these guidelines in your practice with additional resources:
🎓 Primary Certificate of Family Planning for Women
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🎓 Certificate Courses in Sexual & Reproductive Health
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Dr Simone Gonzo began working in healthcare as a registered nurse in hospitals throughout Queensland in 2003. After making the change to medicine, she graduated with an MBBS from The University of Queensland in 2010 and gained FRACGP in 2015. Dr Gonzo enjoys all aspects of general practice including family health, mental health, chronic disease management, and complex primary care. She also has a special interest in teaching and training GP registrars and medical students. Dr Gonzo is a champion of general practice and promotes the importance of this specialty in the healthcare landscape.