Event details:
Title: Sleep essentials for GPs: Snoring to Narcolepsy and CBT-I
Date: Wednesday 3 June 2026
Time: 7.00pm - 8.15pm
Where: Webinar via Zoom. Dial in from your PC/laptop/mobile phone/tablet
Program: Presentation with case studies and Q&A
Topic/Presenters:
TOPIC 1: From Snoring to Narcolepsy: A GP Approach to Sleep Disorders
Presented by Dr Sameer Karnam, Respiratory & Sleep Physician
This presentation will provide the GP with basic understanding of common sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), restless legs syndrome (RLS), narcolepsy and insomnia. Discussion will include clinical symptoms of each of the condition, questionnaires used to assist with identifying appropriate patients for testing, investigations used to make diagnosis and management.
Learning outcomes:
- Identify patients with sleep disorders.
- Outline clinical history-taking and/or questionnaire to aid diagnosis.
- Outline appropriate investigations and when to refer to a sleep physician.
TOPIC 2: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) at Epworth
Presented by Dr Harvey Jones, Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist
This presentation provides key insights into assessing sleep without data, highlights the importance of sleep efficiency and regularity, and outlines Epworth’s approach to treating insomnia. Referral pathways are covered, alongside case examples demonstrating the path from general practice to specialised care.
Learning outcomes:
- List key features for assessing insomnia in a brief consultation.
- Describe the referral pathway from GP to insomnia rehabilitation at Epworth.
RACGP
- 1.5 Hr CPD Educational Activities
Event Registration
Please RSVP by providing the following details and a Zoom webinar link will be sent to your email.
- First name and surname
- RACGP or ACRRM number
- Practice name
- Practice suburb and postcode
Please direct your enquiries to [email protected]