Vaccination is one of the safest and most effective healthcare measures, and adult vaccines reduce the risk of severe disease, hospitalisation, and death. Yet, while Australia leads the world in paediatric immunisation rates, adult vaccination coverage continues to lag far behind.
In this dynamic, short-format session delivered by four GP and specialist experts, we’ll discuss the roadblocks at various levels—from federal and state policies and general practice systems to patient hesitancy—while exploring practical strategies that may help us as GPs, improve adult immunisation uptake.
Don't miss this fast-paced, insightful session designed to provoke discussion, inspire action, and close the adult vaccination gap.
Learning outcomes
This activity was filmed at GPCE Sydney in May 2025
Speakers
GP), Director of Launceston Diabetes Clinic, Launceston, TAS
Clinical Associate Professor, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney
Widely published in peer reviewed journals on topics covering diabets, obesity and respiratory medicine.
Dr Ryan is a GP in an inner city Newcastle practice with special interests in chronic disease management and mental health. This is supported by practice nurse involvement. Dr Ryan is involved in GP registrar training and GP training especially in diabetes management.
A/Prof Woodward is Head of Dementia Research at Austin Health. He specialises in geriatric medicine with a major interest in adult vaccination, as well as Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, wound management, and the quality use of medications in older people. He has published extensively and has been heavily involved in many journals and professional organisations throughout his illustrious career. His work in geriatric medicine, dementia and other research and his extensive authorship has been honoured with Membership of the Order of Australia.
A/Prof Audehm has over 35 years as a full time GP with interest in chronic disease management and quality improvement in general practice. He has close links to the Department of General Practice, University of Melbourne, and participates in research and teaching of medical students.
