Osborne GP Network

OGPN is now the Perth North Metro Medicare Local Perth North Metro Medicare Local Ltd (formerly Osborne GP Network Ltd – OGPN) is pleased to formally announce the establishment of the first metropolitan WA Medicare Local. The Perth North Metro Medicare Local is a locally run,independent non-government organisation, with its own region and ability to be responsive to local primary health care needs. Click here to view the PNMML Region Map For further information on Medicare Locals visit www.yourhealth.gov.au	Contact us on 08 9201 0044
STEPS (Self Training Educative Pain Session)... Perth North Metro Medicare Local is now taking referrals into the STEPS Chronic Pain Program. Through the program, patients will attend a series of group education sessions over 2 days. These sessions are run by a behavioural medicine specialist, a physiotherapist and a pain specialist. The STEPS program is a broad approach to the management of the patient’s pain problem, with the emphasis on involving the patient in each step of their care, by providing them with accurate information about the management of pain. Click here to download the STEPS Program Information Pack (including eligibility criteria and referral form) or contact Program Manager Stefanie Johnston on 9208 9513 or email stefaniej@pnml.com.au headspace Perth a step closer... The National Youth Mental Health Foundation’s headspace program will open in Osborne Park SOON. Although the primary focus is on mental health and wellbeing, headspace also offers services for general and sexual health, education, employment and alcohol and drug abuse. For further information, contact headspace Perth Operational and Clinical Manager Paula Braimbridge on 9201 0044 or email paulab@pnml.com.au Resources (external link) The RACGP has developed a number of downloadable resources available to all General Practices online which include: RACGP Pandemic Flu Kit including draft practice policies and procedures which can be adapted to your practice RACGP Pandemic Flu Kit. Practice Support Posters including handwashing, infection control and use of PPE RACGP Practice Support Posters Educational resources relating to pandemics can be found on the RACGP website (external link)
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Contact Perth North Metro Medicare Local Opening Hours: We are open from 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Closed on Public Holidays. Address: Suite 4/137 Main Street Osborne Park, WA, 6017 Phone: (08) 9201 0044 Fax: (08) 9201 0033 Email:info@pnml.com.au
	Become Member Organisation Local primary health care services, community primary health care groups and primary health care provider organisations are eligible for membership. Government organisations and statutory bodies are not eligible for membership. Membership fees are based on actual number of staff (not FTE). Member Benefits include: • Free and discounted Education Events • Reliable, unbiased advice and support • Access to PNMML Programs and Services • Weekly and quarterly newsletters • Complimentary CPR Course • Health promotion resources • Free advertising for Employment Vacancies • Vote at annual general meetings • Opportunity to network with peer organisations • Free Vaccine fridge temperature testing • Assistance with accreditation • Discounts on selected medical publications Membership Brochure Membership Application Form
Vision & Mission Vision: PNMML supports general practitioners working together in the provision of quality health care to the community. Mission: To provide a network for GPs to work with each other and with other health care providers, hospitals and community groups, for the purpose of enhancing the delivery of primary care. To support and maintain GPs as the central coordinating professional in the provision of healthcare. To adequately represent the views of members in matters relevant to health care delivery.
	Compliments & Complaints PNMML invites your complaints, compliments and feedback. Feedback may be made by email to feedback@perthnmmedicarelocal.com.au , or by fax or letter to a staff member. If you are unable to write feedback then a staff member can take details for you. All complaints will be investigated by relevant staff as soon as possible and the complainant will be informed of the outcome (usually within a few weeks). If the complainant would like information on how their complaint is progressing they may contact the Executive Officer (Deputy CEO). When making a complaint please specify the problem you have had and what (if anything) you would like done about it. Complaint Form
Contact Staff Executive Team Terina Grace - Chief Executive Officer - 9201 0044 Kate Floyd - Executive Officer Quality & Risk - 9208 9514 Stefanie Johnston - Executive Officer Clinical Service - 9208 9513 Natalie McCormack - Deputy CEO; Executive Officer HR & Membership - 9208 9522 Arlene McGregor - Executive Officer Finance - 9208 9507 Christine Quinn - Executive Officer Operations, Organisational & Strategic Development - 9208 9509 Staff Stephanie Ayton-Eades-Aboriginal Health/Organ Tissue Donation Program Officer - 9208 9541 Kylie Birkinshaw - Educational Visiting Pharmacist (NPS, QUM) - 9201 9515 Paula Braimbridge - Operational and Clinical Manager (headspace) - 9208 9512 Mandy Chan - Lifestyle Modification and Dietetics - 9208 9516 Elizabeth Cork - HR Support Offcier - 9208 9537 Lesley Gregory - Educational Visiting Pharmacist (NPS, QUM) - 9208 9515 Simone Hutchinson - Population Health - 9208 9503 Ben Horgan - Arthritis Program; Community Engagement Program Officer - 9201 0044 Yogesh Jhala - Accounts Assistance - 9208 9511 Stefanie Johnston - Chronic Disease Management; Educational Visiting Pharmacist (NPS, QUM) - 9208 9513 Liam Kennedy - ATAPS Program Support Officer - 9208 9520 Nadia Lee - Primary Health Education and Liaison Officer - 9208 9508 Hayley Nelson - Aboriginal Healthcare Coordinator/Outreach Worker - 9208 9504 Dr David Oldham - GP Liaison - Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital; GP Workforce - 0403 009 387 Emma O’Hara - Indigenous Health Project Officer - 9208 9519 Julie Osyka - Office / Program Administrator - 9201 0044 Lynn Parkinson - Office Administrator - 9201 0044 Ben Papworth - Media Support Officer - 9208 9524 Jacqui Paul - HFHF; Immunisation; Aged Care; Live Well; Healthy Firndships; Fresh Start Program Manager – 9208 9529 Christina Self - Youth Health Project Officer - 9208 9501 Dr Moira Sim - GP Liaison - Osborne Park Hospital - 9346 8001 Dr Farid Taba - GP Liaison - Joondalup Health Campus - 9400 9100 Tara Trostl - Media & Communications Program Manager - 9208 9505 Maria Wild - Office/Program Administration - 9208 9524 Robyn Wolski - Administration Assistant - 9208 9503
Photo Coming Soon!	Board of Directors Professor Alistair Vickery (Chair) Dr Steven Kan (Deputy Chair) Dr David Chew (Finance Director) Dr Lin Arias Dr Nicholas Forgione Ms Julie Carr
The Perth North Metro Medicare Local (formerly Osborne GP Network) is Accredited by The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards until March 2014.