Recent changes to cervical screening guidelines have resulted in expanded eligibility for self-collection, revised screening intervals, and updated clinical pathways for abnormal results.
In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo provides an essential debrief on the National Cervical Screening Program — providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs.
For further learning, explore our Micro-Course in Cervical Screening.
🕑 5hrs Education | 6hrs Performance
Full GP Update video
Below, watch the full expert presentation and Q&A with Dr Simone Gonzo.
What you will learn
- Understand the key updates to the cervical screening guidelines.
- Confidently offer self-collection and explain its benefits to eligible patients.
- Navigate the revised clinical pathways for screening and follow-up.
- Enhance your approach to shared decision-making in cervical cancer prevention.
- Ensure your cervical screening practices reflect the most current national recommendations.
Watch the above recording to gain practical insights on how to apply these changes in general practice, improve screening participation, and manage patients across a range of clinical scenarios, from routine screening to complex follow-up cases.
Useful resources
Want to explore more GP Updates? Watch our full series here.
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 guideline changes. Download >
- FAQ sheet: The most common questions from GPs in the live session, answered by Dr Simone Gonzo. Download >
Next steps in your learning journey
🎓 Cervical Screening Micro-Course
Learn the essentials of cervical screening with a short, CPD-accredited Micro-Course. 🕑 5hrs Education | 6hrs Performance ➡️ View Micro-Course >
🎓 Women's Health Certificate Courses
Dive deeper with our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in women's health. ➡️ Explore full program >
🎓 HealthCert 365 subscription
Prefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — an annual subscription for one flat fee. ➡️ Discover HealthCert 365 >
Explore more educational content in Women's Health.
CPD self-submission
You can self-record CPD for this HealthCert GP Update. If you consume educational content on this blog, you can Quick Log CPD hours with the RACGP/ACRRM via the usual self-submission process. You will be asked to reflect on what you have learned, and you will require supporting evidence such as a screenshot. For more information, view the: RACGP CPD guide | ACRRM CPD guide
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.
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