Gold Coast Primary Health Network, in conjunction with Wound Specialist Services invite RACH and community aged care nurses working in the Gold Coast region to join them for an engaging case-based webinar on wound care, led by renowned nurse practitioner Dr Michelle Gibb. This session will focus on Pressure Injuries. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and enhance your wound care knowledge.

Designed to stimulate clinical discussion and practical problem-solving, these sessions focus on real-world wound care challenges. Attendees are encouraged to contribute, ask questions, and share experiences in a safe and supportive learning environment.

Meet the Presenter – Dr Michelle Gibb

Dr Michelle Gibb is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in wound care across the healthcare continuum. She holds a PhD, Master of Nursing Science (Nurse Practitioner), Master of Wound Care, and Bachelor of Nursing. As Director of Wound Specialist Services, Michelle is highly regarded both nationally and internationally for her leadership and expertise in wound management. She is passionate about educating and empowering clinicians to improve wound care outcomes.

Managing Pressure Injuries 

Key discussion points include:

• Key risk factors for pressure injuries
• Classification of pressure injuries using the NPIAP/NPUAP staging system
• Evidence-based treatment options, including wound hygiene, barrier preparations, dressing selection by stage, adjunct therapies, and pressure off-loading devices
• Prevention strategies such as skin care, repositioning, mobilisation, and appropriate pressure redistribution
• Recognising when to escalate care or refer, including signs of recurrent infection, full-thickness tissue injury with exposed structures, ischaemic wounds, and the impact of pain on quality of life

This webinar is specifically for nurses working in residential and community aged care services in the Gold Coast region.

Download a printable flyer here.

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