Educational Workshop Series

Tropical Medicine

Dr Richard Bradbury, Associate Professor, Tropical Public Health and Medicine James Cook University

This full day educational workshop will focus on the latest innovations and trends around Tropical Medicine, led by Associate Professor Dr Richard Bradbury. A/Prof Bradbury is an internationally recognised parasitologist and is the former Team Lead of the Parasitic Diseases Diagnostic Reference Laboratory at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States of America. He is a member of the World Health Organization (WHO) Diagnostic Technical Advisory group for Neglected Tropical Diseases, and the WHO focus group for the ongoing implementation of the Gap Assessment Tool for Neglected Tropical Diseases – Diagnostics. In 2023, he was a member of the select team which wrote the WHO Guidelines for Public health Control of Strongyloidiasis. He has published widely and is an editor for the prestigious journal Emerging Infectious Diseases and Parasitology Section Editor for the American Society for Microbiology's textbook, The Manual Of Clinical Microbiology.

Cost of the workshop:

$395 for AMMA members
$550 for non-members

Calm After Combat: healing and mental peace post-service

BRIG Nicole Sadler AM CSC Principal Consultant – Mental Health, to the Surgeon General Australian Defence Force

The transition from military service to civilian life can be a complex and deeply personal journey, often accompanied by psychological and emotional challenges. The toll of combat, high-stress environments, and prolonged operational demands can leave lasting impacts on mental health, affecting everything from sleep and relationships to overall well-being. "Calm After Combat: Healing and Mental Peace Post-Service" is a dedicated workshop designed to provide military personnel, veterans, and healthcare professionals with the tools to navigate post-service mental health challenges and foster long-term resilience. Led by experts in military psychology, trauma recovery, and holistic wellness, this session will explore evidence-based strategies for managing stress, anxiety, PTSD, and adjustment difficulties. Through guided discussions, practical coping mechanisms, and an emphasis on peer support, participants will gain valuable insights into fostering mental peace and emotional strength beyond service. Whether supporting patients, comrades, or oneself, this workshop aims to empower attendees with the knowledge and resources to build a healthier, more balanced post-military life.

Cost of the workshop:

$395 for AMMA members
$550 for non-members

Calm After Combat: healing and mental peace post-service

BRIG Nicole Sadler AM CSC Principal Consultant – Mental Health, to the Surgeon General Australian Defence Force

The transition from military service to civilian life can be a complex and deeply personal journey, often accompanied by psychological and emotional challenges. The toll of combat, high-stress environments, and prolonged operational demands can leave lasting impacts on mental health, affecting everything from sleep and relationships to overall well-being. "Calm After Combat: Healing and Mental Peace Post-Service" is a dedicated workshop designed to provide military personnel, veterans, and healthcare professionals with the tools to navigate post-service mental health challenges and foster long-term resilience. Led by experts in military psychology, trauma recovery, and holistic wellness, this session will explore evidence-based strategies for managing stress, anxiety, PTSD, and adjustment difficulties. Through guided discussions, practical coping mechanisms, and an emphasis on peer support, participants will gain valuable insights into fostering mental peace and emotional strength beyond service. Whether supporting patients, comrades, or oneself, this workshop aims to empower attendees with the knowledge and resources to build a healthier, more balanced post-military life.

Cost of the workshop:

$395 for AMMA members
$550 for non-members

Massive Haemorrhage Protocol: Advancing Trauma Response

CDRE Anthony Holley, Professor Biswadev Mitra, Dr Anastazia Keegan

In the face of major trauma, rapid, coordinated response to haemorrhagic shock is critical to saving lives. This advanced workshop brings together some of Australia’s foremost experts in trauma, emergency medicine, haematology, and transfusion science to explore the evolving best practices in managing massive bleeding in both military and civilian settings.
Led by CDRE Anthony Holley, Consultant Intensivist and Defence Trauma Lead, and joined by Professor Biswadev Mitra (Alfred Health & Monash University) and Dr Anastazia Keegan (King Edward Memorial Hospital & Australian Red Cross Lifeblood), the panel will guide participants through key topics including:

• Massive Haemorrhage Protocol principles and implementation
• Current recommendations from the National Blood Authority’s Critical Bleeding Guidelines
• Adjunct therapies: TXA, Prothrombin Complex Concentrates, recombinant Factor VIIa and more
• Target-driven resuscitation and physiological endpoints
• Emerging innovations in blood component therapy: Deep Frozen Blood Products, Extended Dwell Platelets, Low Titre O Whole Blood, and Spray Dried Plasma

Designed for military medical personnel, professionals in trauma, critical care, emergency medicine, haematology, surgery, and pre-hospital settings, combat medics, nurses, transfusion specialists, and tactical responders, this session will provide essential skills for managing massive transfusion in austere and high-intensity environments. With truly limited places available, early registration is essential.

Cost of the workshop:

$395 for AMMA members
$550 for non-members

Skin Deep: The 10 most common dermatological complaints in a military setting.

LTCOL Dr Keng-Ee Thai

In military and veteran healthcare, dermatological conditions are often overlooked despite their significant impact on operational readiness and quality of life. From heat rashes and fungal infections to more severe conditions like cutaneous leishmaniasis and chronic dermatitis, skin-related issues can compromise a service member’s performance and well-being. "Skin Deep: The 10 Most Common Dermatological Complaints in a Military Setting" is a comprehensive workshop designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge to identify, diagnose, and manage these prevalent conditions effectively.
Presented by dermatologist, LTCOL Dr Keng-Ee Thai, this session will explore real-world case studies, evidence-based treatment protocols, and preventative strategies tailored to the unique environmental and occupational exposures faced by military personnel. Through interactive discussions and practical insights, participants will gain a deeper understanding of dermatological care in both deployed and post-service settings, ensuring optimal health outcomes for those who serve.

Cost of the workshop:

$395 for AMMA members
$550 for non-members