Emergency Medicine

A wide range of training opportunities are available in Emergency Medicine at Ballarat.  

We deliver sessions in a range of formats, including simulations, skills workshops, and case-based discussions.  Protected teaching time is offered for all levels of medical staff. Weekly education sessions cover various general emergency medicine issues in both adults and paediatrics. Medical staff are encouraged to be actively involved and contribute to their own learning and teaching.  

Contact

mail edadmin@gh.org.au  

Emergency Medicine Training

Grampians Health is a Level 2 Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM) Accredited training site. We provide 24 months of Training Stage 4 (TS4) advanced accredited training.  

We are approved for Paediatric Log Book (PLB) with shift allocation to a dedicated emergency paediatric area.  

Our training involves: 

  • 6-month special skills term in Anaesthetics (2 x 3 months) 
  • 6-month Intensive Care placement (2 x 3 months) 
  • options for non-ED training (e.g., general medicine, paediatrics, and O&G) 
  • support for research, auditing, and training requirements for ACEM training 
  • a diverse population – young and rural 
  • experienced FACEM teaching and support 
  • training support for primary and fellowship examination preparation with a proven track record of success 

We offer flexible training options, including: 

  • Part-time training (not less than 50%) 
  • Overseas training 
  • Interrupted training (max 24 months) 

Grampians Health emergency registrars have been very successful at ACEM primary and fellowship exams, which is a testament to the learning and supportive culture within our department.  

Emergency Medicine Education and Training Program 

Our Ballarat Emergency Department is an Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM) Emergency Medicine Education and Training (EMET) approved site. Medical staff interested in increasing their emergency skills and knowledge can undertake the Emergency Medicine Certificate (EMC) or Diploma (EMD) during their rotation. This program is applicable for residents and registrars and is often completed by GP registrars when on rotation.  

Information can be found at Australian College for Emergency Medicine. 

For more information about the supervisors and program at Grampians Health Ballarat contact emet@gh.org.au.