Welcome to the MAT Quarterly
Big news in this issue of the MAT Quarterly is that nominations
and registrations are now open for the Return to work Conference,
Expo and Awards 2011. We're excited about the 2011 event, which is
building on the momentum from last year to be even bigger and
better.
Also exciting is the launch of our new website. The new site,
which launched only days ago, aims to cut back the clutter and
ensure that visitors can access the information they need easily.
You can still find us at www.qcomp.com.au, but a
new navigation and fresh design will help you find what you need -
fast.
Part of this change is what you see in front of you - this is
the first new-look MAT Quarterly, and we hope that you like it.
We'd love to hear what you think about the changes to the
website and newsletter, and you can send us feedback via the
comments section of the newsletter, or to comms@qcomp.com.au
Elizabeth Woods
Chief Executive Officer
Nominations now open for the Return to work Awards 2011!
For the first time, the Return to work Awards will be
celebrating the outstanding achievements of health providers who
help injured workers return to work. The new category, "Health
provider achievement award for rehabilitation and return to work"
is for individuals or organisations who provide medical, allied
health, or vocational rehabilitation services.
Read Full ArticleReturn to work Conference and Expo – Registrations now open.
Get in quick to secure your place at the Return to work
Conference and Expo 2011, a must-attend event for those on the
front line of rehabilitation and return to work.
Read Full ArticleAchieving better outcomes at the Leadership and Vision in Injury Management Conference
The 2011 Leadership and Vision in Injury Management Conference
held over 28-29 March was a great success.
Read Full ArticleSecurity at the Medical Assessment Tribunals
Q-COMP is very conscious of the need to be vigilant in relation
to the security of employees and visitors attending Q-COMP,
including members of the Medical Assessment Tribunals.
Read Full ArticleRestructuring at the MATs
The Medical Assessment Tribunal Teams have recently had a review
of their structure and processes, the findings recommended the need
for a new structure to promote a more streamlined work
environment.
Read Full ArticleLunchtime decision writing workshop for MAT Doctors
In May, Q-COMP will be hosting Ms Belinda Cassidy, Principal
Claims Assessor, Claims Assessment & Resolution Service, from
the Motor Accidents Authority of New South Wales to talk to MAT
doctors about better decision writing.
Read Full ArticleiPad Update
We are happy to announce that we have now entered the
development phase of the iPad application that will by used by our
Members in order to receive and read electronic referrals.
Read Full ArticleLeading by example for Papua New Guinea & Singapore
Whilst attending the Workers' Compensation National Summit on
the Gold Coast recently, senior staff of both the Ministry of
Manpower Singapore and The PNG Workers' Compensation Board took the
opportunity to request a meeting with the Department of Justice and
Attorney General (DJAG), WorkCover Queensland and Q-COMP to gain a
more detailed understanding of the workers' compensation scheme in
Queensland.
Read Full ArticleAnnual Chairperson’s Address
On Thursday 16 December 2010, Q-COMP hosted the annual
Chairperson's address at 347 Ann Street.
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