Creating a Sense of Safety when Discussing Weight in General Practice

Free practice education for health professionals. Expert-led sessions with CPD approval

Date: Thursday, 5 November 2026
Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Location: Raw Sugar Cafe, 214 Victoria Street, Taree
CPD: RACGP & ACRRM (1 hour)
Cost: Free

Coffee/Breakfast provided on request

About this meeting

  • Intimate clinical discussion sessions
  • Open to all health professionals
  • Led by experienced specialists
  • Certificate of attendance available on request

What you will learn

  • Identify patient populations at risk of emerging eating disorder in GP
  • Understand the risk of unintended harm when discussing weight in GP
  • Develop awareness of consultation skills that minimize harm, create a sense of safety, and promote engagement when assessing and managing a patient’s weight.
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Speaker

Dr Nicole Jackson, GP lead for Headspace Taree & the RACGP Medical Educator for the Manning region in New South Wales

Dr Nicole Jackson is an accomplished Australian general practitioner, medical educator, and academic dedicated to advancing healthcare delivery and training in regional New South Wales. A graduate of the University of Newcastle, she serves as a Senior Lecturer in Medicine, mentoring the next generation of rural physicians, and acts as the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Medical Educator for the Manning region. Combining her passion for teaching with active clinical practice, Dr Jackson also leads youth mental health initiatives as the GP Lead for Headspace Taree, focusing her efforts on building long-term healthcare capacity and clinical excellence within the community

Sponsor & Location


Ego proudly sponsors this meeting.

Mandy Sharkey

E: [email protected]

M: 61438810324