BeBright Study Series – Newcastle
Learn. Connect. Inspire.
The BeBright Study Series is back! And we’re bringing it to Newcastle.
A half-day education event tailored for healthcare professionals, the BeBright Study Series is an opportunity to learn from leading industry experts and gain practical insights you can take straight back to work. Also, connect with peers who are committed to improving patient outcomes, while contributing to CPD hours.
Newcastle Event Details
15 October 2025
Novotel Newcastle Beach
5 King St, Newcastle
NSW 2300
9:00AM – 3:00PM
$25
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Your ticket gets you access to –
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Meet the speakers
Hear from leading experts on topics that help your practice
Autonomic Dysreflexia and Pain Management –
Dr Aiza Ahmad
Dr Aiza Ahamad is a Rehabilitation Physician with broad experience across metro and regional health systems in Australia. She is the clinical lead for spinal cord injury service development for Hunter through NSW Health and provides inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation at John Hunter Hospital, as well as consultations in Belmont and Maitland.
Her expertise includes pain management, stroke and neurological rehabilitation, and complex trauma care. With a patient-centred approach, Dr Ahmad works closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that each patient receives tailored, holistic care to improve their quality of life.
Assessing and Managing Spasticity –
Dr Roslyn Mozer and Dr Alex Dennis
Dr Roslyn Mozer is a Rehabilitation Medicine Physician with special interest in assessing and managing spasticity.
Dr Mozer is the Clinical Lead for abnormal muscle tone and movement disorders for the Rehabilitation Medicine Department Rankin Park Centre Tone & Function Service Hunter New England LHD.
Dr Alex Dennis is a Rehabilitation Physician consulting privately at Thornton and Lambton, with public appointments at Maitland and Kurri Kurri Hospitals. A former physiotherapist, he brings a unique perspective to patient care and has a special interest in spasticity and dystonia management using botulinum toxin injections. Dr Dennis is also a Conjoint Lecturer at the University of Newcastle.
Bladder & Bowel Management –
Edwina Spooner
Edwina Spooner is a Senior Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience across ICU, CCU, and continence care. She is passionate about normalising conversations around bladder and bowel management and is committed to making life easier for her patients. With expertise in clinical teaching and education, Edwina brings a wealth of knowledge to support best-practice continence care and empower both patients and health professionals.
What to Expect on the Day
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- Expert-led sessions you can apply immediately in your work.
- Earn CPD hours while building your skills and knowledge.
- Network with fellow health professionals in a welcoming, engaging environment.
- Morning tea and lunch included — plus, a small thank-you gift to take home.
Who is the BeBright Study Series Newcastle Event for?
The BeBright Study Series is designed for healthcare professionals who want to increase their knowledge and enhance their practice.
Curated for occupational therapists, physiotherapists, nurses, clinicians and allied health professionals, this focussed half-day event promises practical insights you can apply straight away to your work.
If you are passionate about staying up to date with latest best practices and ensuring better outcomes for your patients, this event is for you.
About the BeBright Study Series
Since 2011, the BeBright Study Series has been BrightSky Australia’s signature program for healthcare professional development. The BeBright Study Series isn’t just another education day . These events bring together experts to share best practices, evidence-based approaches and practical strategies you can use straight away in your work.
This year, the Study Series is returning, complementing our flagship BeBright Conference in Sydney. Through our Study Series, we want to make sure your learning continues through the year, no matter where you are based. We are bringing the event to you in a focused half-day format, with the aim to make professional upskilling accessible to everyone.
Secure Your Ticket
There are limited spaces, so register now to secure your spot at BrightSky’s BeBright Study Series in Newcastle.
Join us in Newcastle on 15 October 2025 for a day of learning, connection, and inspiration with BrightSky’s BeBright Study Series.
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