Knee osteoarthritis: HealthCert GP Update, 2024

As healthcare professionals, staying abreast of evolving guidelines is crucial for providing the best care for your patients and enhancing your practice.

In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo dives deep into the recently updated clinical care standards for osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee.

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Full GP Update video

Below, watch the full expert presentation and Q&A with Dr Simone Gonzo.

What you will learn

• Appreciate the refined definition of the standards (specifically focusing on knee pain associated with suspected osteoarthritis)
• Understand enhanced imaging and management protocols (including the latest recommendations on the appropriate use of imaging techniques, alongside strategies for effective weight management, nutrition, and physical activity)
• Explore new insights on psychosocial wellbeing, cultural safety, and equity in care, with a focus on empowering your patients to take charge of their health through effective self-management communication strategies

This GP Update is for general practitioners, physiotherapists, and allied health professionals who are involved in the assessment and management of knee OA.

Useful resources

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Bonus GP Update resources

Make it easier to apply these guidelines in your practice with additional resources:

• Key takeaways factsheet: A one-page summary of the latest learnings. Download >
• FAQ sheet: The most common questions from GPs in the live session, answered by Dr Simone Gonzo. Download >

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About the presenter

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.