AACMA Newsletter - 4 October 2024

Resources

Featured Article (Secondary) | eNews | AACMA eNews

04 October 2024

4 October 2024

This Issue:

It’s Membership Renewal Time: NO FEE INCREASE for the 7th Year in a Row!
Happy 10th Anniversary to the Australia-China Chinese Medicine Centre!
DON'T MISS: Live Webinar with Guild Insurance's Risk Services Manager
FREE CPD: Watch the Replay of AACMA Webinar with Beyond Blue
QLD MEMBERS: Daniel Weber Free Pop-Up Talk Sunday October 6th in Brisbane
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Reminder
Moving or Adding a New Clinic?

It’s Membership Renewal Time: NO FEE INCREASE for the 7th Year in a Row!

The AACMA Board is mindful of the increases in everything else in our day to day living and working and has therefore voted to again keep membership rates at the same 2017 level AND a 10% discount is yours if you pay your full membership by November 30^th .

Why continue to choose AACMA as your professional association?

A dedicated team at our national office trained to support our members in all aspects of the profession, its practice and conducting a business- we value you!
Quality, subsidised CPD including AACMAC which delivered 44 hours of CPD with international and local speakers, our professional series of webinars to provide the necessary information for improving and growing your business and importantly our research webinar bringing you the most current studies being conducted on our medicine now
Focused social media campaign which raises public awareness of our medicine, increasing patient traffic to our members’ clinics as evidenced by the clicks to the practitioner search function
Discounted professional indemnity and public liability insurances
The AACMA Research Centre that is only available to members and is exclusively Chinese medicine related research
The only association with a structured mentoring program specifically designed for new and beginning practitioners
A website that will host a secure Communities platform for members to network, engage and discuss relevant clinical and professional issues with the AACMA member community
The most culturally diverse professional association that is exclusively dedicated to Chinese medicine. AACMA does not endorse or support dry needling and acuneedling delivered by undertrained therapists or practitioners as other associations do
Continued lobbying and advocacy to government, private health funds and worker’s compensation agencies and other industry stakeholders
AACMA actively collaborates and supports educational institutions providing Chinese medicine courses to nurture and support Chinese medicine students thus laying a strong foundation for the future of our medicine
AACMA is a founding member of the international collaboration One Voice with the vision of advancing acupuncture and its practice globally
AACMA is a member of Wildlife Protection in TCM and World Animal Protection strongly supporting the protection of endangered species
AACMA - progressive, proactive and professional. Thank you for being our member

How to Renew Your Membership & Save 10%

Members without Annual Direct Debit
To get your 10% discount by paying in full before November 30^th 2024, please click the “Renew Membership” button on https://acupuncture.org.au/members/mymembership and start your renewal process.

Members with Annual Direct Debit
If you had chosen the Annual Direct Debit (ADD) option for auto membership renewal. Please be advised that this year ADD will be processed on the 15 November 2024. The early bird discount is 10% off the standard rate.

Please make sure your credit card details are up to date, the functionality is on the “My Invoices” page: https://acupuncture.org.au/members/invoices. For first time login, please click the “Forgotten Password” button to set up a password. Username is your email address on AACMA’s record.

Once logged in, please click “Update payment method linked to my subscription” button next to the membership invoice and an “Update Payment Method” window will pop up. You can enter the details there then confirm to save.

The credit card details will be saved at the Commonwealth Bank’s database for security purposes and AACMA will have no access to this information.

Please make sure your credit card details are up to date for the auto deduction to avoid any dishonour fees.

Should you have questions or need any assistance regarding this matter, please feel free to contact the AACMA office on 07 3457 1800.

Financial Assistance
If you under financial stress, please talk to a team member as AACMA has options that may be of assistance. AACMA also offers post-payment plans for your consideration. Please complete the form and send it to accounts@acupuncture.org.au.

Membership Hub
You can now manage your membership, view invoices, update details and access important information by using our Membership Hub. From the AACMA website, just click on “Login” and follow the onscreen prompts. For a first time login, please click the ‘Forgotten Password’ button to set up a password. Username is your email address on AACMA’s record.

General Queries
If you like any assistance or have questions about any of the above issues, please contact us on 07 3457 1800 or email aacma@acupuncture.org.au

Important Documents
Being a member of AACMA means adhering to certain standards, codes and regulations. For your information here are some of them;

Happy 10^th Anniversary to the Australia-China Chinese Medicine Centre!

To celebrate 10 years of collaboration between Western Sydney University and Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, AACMA is pleased to join with Western Sydney University‘s Chinese Medicine Centre to host the inaugural International Communication of Traditional Chinese Medicine 1ST Asia-Pacific Forum on November 23^rd 2024.

Confirmed speakers:

Professor Huang Huang world renowned and one of China’s foremost experts in the use of formulas from Shang Han Lun and Jin Gui Yao Lue in the treatment of difficult-to-treat disease will be presenting “From Ancient Formulas to Modern Solutions”
Dr John McDonald, will be presenting “Acupuncture is point specific”
Professor Shi Xinde, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences presenting “The Three Character Classic for Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis”
Waveny Holland, President of the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association, Healing Across Borders: “Cultural Harmony in Health: A Thriving TCM Clinic Serving All”

An in person or online event, further details and registration can be accessed here.

The full program to be released shortly as a speaker from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (BUCM) is yet to be confirmed pending visas and travel arrangements.

The Chinese Medicine Centre (CMC) plays a leading role internationally in multi-faceted cooperation in traditional Chinese medicine. Encompassing education, clinical services in Chinese Medicine Integrative Health Care, research and cultural exchanges, the CMC is strengthened by a commitment to community and industry engagement.

2023 saw the collaboration between WSU Chinese Medicine Faculty and CMC successfully organising and hosting "Chinese Materia Medica: The Hidden Story of Healing Plants".

This inaugural Asia Pacific Forum at the historic State Library of NSW celebrates 10 years of collaboration between BUCM, WSU and CMC which continues to provide educational, cultural and research benefits that helps to strengthen and advance our medicine locally and internationally.

The awards ceremony for the First International Bilingual TCM Short Video Competition will also be announced at this event.

To be part of these celebrations while earning CPD points, register for in person or online attendance here

DON'T MISS: Live Webinar with Guild Insurance's Risk Services Manager

AACMA Webinar with Guild Insurance:
Informed consent and record keeping – are you meeting your requirements?

As nationally regulated health professionals, you’d be aware of the expectation for your patients to give their informed consent to treatment and to also keep detailed records of all aspects of clinical care. However, at Guild Insurance, thanks to many years of protecting health professionals, we know these two vitally important processes are too often not done well enough. Patients being inadequately informed and clinical records lacking detail can contribute to complaints occurring as well as make it challenging to defend these complaints. And they can also attract unwanted attention from your regulator. This session will use case examples to highlight problems experienced due to poor consent and record keeping and provide practical tips to improve compliance.

Date: Wednesday 9 October 2024
Time: 8-9pm (NSW/VIC/TAS), 7:30-8:30pm (SA), 7-8pm (QLD), 6:30-7:30pm (NT), 5-6pm (WA)
Presenter: Christie Boucher, Risk Services Manager (Guild Insurance)
CPD: 1 point (professional issues & practitioner interaction if attend live)
Tickets: AACMA Member $25, Student Member FREE, Non-member $50
*Registration includes access for live attendance and the webinar recording.

Speaker Bio
With 25 years of experience in education, Christie Boucher commenced her career as a secondary school health and physical education teacher. Over the past 20 years, her professional focus has centred on creating and implementing risk management education resources and programs tailored for diverse professional audiences. Christie possesses a keen interest in the role that education plays in risk management by contributing to heightened awareness and behavioural change.

Christie presented on professional behaviours in a webinar with AACMA March this year, over 200 members joined and many found it inspiring in reviewing their current approaches in the practice. Christie was also awarded the Best Presentation on Chinese Medicine Professional Issues at AACMAC 2024 in August.

FREE CPD: Watch the Replay of AACMA Webinar with Beyond Blue

Last Wednesday 25 September, AACMA hosted Irene Verins, the Senior Advisor from Beyond Blue Strategy and Advice Team, to discuss over the topic Global trends and their local impact on mental health - How practitioners can support themselves and their customers.

The attendee feedback show that the webinar is one of the best presentations have seen on impacts of mental health and Irene provided with many valuable models and tools to help practitioners personally and their patients, friends & family.

If you missed the live event, the webinar recording is now available on the membership portal. To access the replay, simply log in as a member on www.acupuncture.org.au and click “CPD that may interest you - view all” on your dashboard, then scroll down to find AACMA Free CPD Recordings section, the webinar replay link is on the top of the list.

QLD MEMBERS: Daniel Weber Free Pop-Up Talk Sunday October 6th in Brisbane

You're invited to an exciting in-person event featuring the one and only Daniel Weber! This event will take place at the Stamford Plaza Brisbane, so mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable evening. Daniel will be sharing insights, stories, and advice that you won't want to miss. Come ready to be inspired.

When: This Sunday October 6th
Where: BRISBANE STAMFORD PLAZA HOTEL, cnr Margaret and Edwards Streets, BRISBANE
Time: 4 pm arrival drinks & food
Lecture: 5 pm - approx. 7 pm

Lecture Subject: EMBODIMIND

About Daniel Weber, DSC PhD

Dr Weber is CEO of Panaxea International Inc., and visiting professor at Tianjin University were he lectures postgraduate students.

Stemming from his work in complementary cancer treatments, Dr. Daniel Weber has authored a number of books including: Breast Cancer - a practitioners guide; Chemotherapy and Botanical Support; Introduction to Integrative Oncology; Herbs, compounds and supplements in the treatment of cancer; The Seven Stochastic Events of Cancer and ‘Botanical Oncology; isolates’.

Dr. Weber has also authored the unique Botanical Oncology Cancer App, giving practitioners access to fast prescribing. Available on phone or computer.

Since 1992, Dr. Weber has been teaching practitioners about cancer treatment through live seminars and/or webinars, available on request. Dr. Weber has created numerous granular formulas for oncology support as well as many specific isolates targeting tumors directly. Call the office for the free app, and/or the product manual.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Reminder

What are the requirements?

complete a minimum of 20 hours (points) consisting of;
5 points (minimum) in an interactive setting with other practitioners
4 points related to professional issues (non-clinical issues)
Outline of your Learning Goals / Objectives and Actual Outcomes
Reflection on each activity, how it improved your skills / practice
New graduates must complete a minimum of five (5) points for every three (3) months registration remaining.

When does the CPD year start and when is it due?

The CPD year is from 1^st December to 30^th November as per your CMBA/AHPRA registration year.

AACMA requires members to email their completed CPD cards by November 30^th each year to ensure compliance with CMBA and Health Funds.

To download the CPD form click on the following link CPD Record Card or email aacma@acupuncture.org.au.

For further information please refer to AHPRA’s Continuing Professional Development Guidelines and the CMBA Registration Standards.

Moving or Adding a New Clinic?

Please contact our membership team with your new clinic details by email at aacma@acupuncture.org.au so they can apply to the health funds for new provider numbers.

Medibank only update: deadline Sunday 13 October 2024
October monthly updates: deadline Thursday 24 October 2024

Ceased practicing at a clinic, please provide the address and the ceased date so we can advise the health funds to remove your details.

To check your workplace details or membership go to our website https://www.acupuncture.org.au/ then

Go to ‘Login’ at the top right-hand corner then
Click ‘Member Login’ to log into the website your Username is your email address on AACMA’s record and the password you created.
For the first time login, please click the ‘Forgotten Password’ button to set up a password.

If you have issues logging in or setting up a password, please don’t hesitate to contact the membership team 07 3457 1800 we are happy to assist you.