Recent events
SA FPM August CME
Professor Christoph Maier from Germany delivered an insightful presentation on the challenges and pitfalls in diagnosing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome CRPS, held on 4 August.
There was a strong turnout where Professor Maier emphasized that early diagnosis and intervention are critical for improving patient outcomes however differentiating it from similar conditions remains challenging.
Image: Professor Christoph Maier and Dr Irina Hollington (Chair, SA/NT FPM Regional Committee)
SA Annual Trainee Dinner
The SA/NT Trainee Committee hosted the annual Anaesthetic Trainee Dinner on Saturday, June 21 at Botanic Lodge in the heart of the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. Trainees enjoyed catching up with colleagues from around the region over a delectable selection of seasonal South Australian produce and local wines. We were treated to an inspiring talk by Professor Thomas Smith, Consultant Anaesthetist at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Professor of Aerospace Medicine at Kings College London who taught us that the physiological stresses our patients experience under major surgery are not too dissimilar to travelling to outer space! Massive thanks to our generous sponsors Bartons Financial Services, MIGA, MDA, the ASA and ANZCA for an incredible event!
Guest Speaker Professor Thomas Smith and Dr Bridget Sigurdson
Recent events
FPM medicine prize
Saujas Chanana was awarded the 2024 Faculty of Pain Medicine Prize for his essay, 'Exploring the Biopsychosocial Impact and Management of Multiple Sclerosis-Related Chronic Pain,' completed during his final year as a medical student at the University of Adelaide.
Image: Dr Irina Hollington (Chair SA/NT FPM Regional Committee) and Saujas Chanana
SA Primary Exam Refresher Course
The SA Primary Exam Refresher Course (SAPERC) was held once again from 30 June to 4 July. Dr Gary Tham, in his typically engaging and enthusiastic style, delivered an outstanding and valuable course. A big thank you to all the consultant presenters who provided insightful sessions on essential topics for primary exam preparation. Trainee feedback received:
Gary, your energy, knowledge and firm encouragement has left a big impression- thank you for this and also for imparting a positive mindset approach to this big challenge. I've learnt and taken away a lot from yourself and also the excellent team of presenters.
Recent events
Careers Pathway Evening
Image: Dr Cecile van der Westhuizen (Mt Gambier SOT) and trainee Dr Tom Smith
A careers pathways evening organised by Flinders SA Regional Training Hub was held at Mount Gambier on 25 June. Medical students and prevocational doctors attended the informative evening to explore specialty medical training options. The event was live-streamed to Flinders clinical school sites across South Australia including the Riverland, Murray Bridge, Victor Harbor and Barossa Valley. Thank you to Dr Cecile van der Westhuizen (SOT) and trainee Dr Tom Smith for representing the anaesthesia speciality.
Recent events
SA College Chairs Meeting
Image: Inaugural South Australian College Chairs Meeting, May 2025.
The South Australian College Chairs Meeting was formally established in 2025 as a platform to strengthen collaboration among the Chairs of medical colleges across the state. The initiative was created to identify and pursue opportunities for mutual benefit in areas such as policy and advocacy, continuing professional development (CPD), events, and other shared priorities.
The inaugural meeting took place in May 2025 and marked an important milestone in fostering closer relationships between medical colleges in South Australia. The gathering provided a valuable forum for open discussion, idea exchange, and the exploration of joint initiatives that can enhance outcomes for members and the broader medical community.
Upcoming event
2025 SA ACE Conference "Spring into CPD"
We welcome you to the 2025 SA ACE Conference which will be held Saturday, 13 September at the Hilton Adelaide. The theme is “Spring into CPD” and delegates will have the opportunity to embrace the season of growth and renewal! The conference is a dynamic, single-day CPD opportunity designed to meet your ANZCA CPD requirements.
This full range program includes three keynote presentations from respected experts (category 2 CPD), a clinical audit, and an M&M session (category 1 CPD). During the afternoon you’ll also have the chance to attend your choice of regional ultrasound or emergency response workshops (category 3 CPD).
Click here for more information and to register.
Save the date
SA FPM CME evening meeting
Please join us on 17 November in North Adelaide for a face to face CME evening. More information will be provided soon.
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The South Australian and Northern Territory Regional Committee is an elected body that acts as a conduit between fellows and trainees in the South Australian and Northern Territory regions and the ANZCA Council to which it reports.
The South Australian and Northern Territory Trainee Committee is an elected body that acts as a conduit between fellows and trainees in the South Australian and Northern Territory regions and the ANZCA Council to which it reports.
The FPM SA/NT Regional Committee is an elected body that acts as a conduit between fellows and trainees in the SA/NT regions, and the FPM Board to which they report.