The NSW Ministers for Health and Mental Health commissioned an Expert Panel to undertake an independent review of Seclusion, Restraint and Observation practices in acute mental health services in May 2017. The Ministers accepted all 19 recommendations in December 2017. ...
- October 23, 2018
National data gives a critical context and transparency. Data must always be considered in the light of the practical realities, and must serve the people in focus. In this session we will consider the data, discuss its value and assist...
- October 23, 2018
Dr Nathan Gibson trained in psychiatry in Tasmania, Scotland and Western Australia. He is currently the Chief Psychiatrist in Western Australia. The Chief Psychiatrist is responsible for monitoring standards of care in mental health services.
- October 23, 2018
Dr John Crawshaw, Director of Mental Health and Addiction Services, New Zealand. Dr Crawshaw took up the position of Director and Chief Advisor of Mental Health in November 2011. He is the Government’s principal advisor on Mental Health and is...
- October 22, 2018
The New Zealand Health Quality Safety Commission (HQSC) is leading a 5-year national programme to improve quality and safety in the Mental Health & Addiction services. This aims to build and embed improvement science capability in the sector, engage sector...
- October 8, 2018
