MEET Dr Lynda
GP Psychotherapist, Medical Educator and Sexual Health Advocate in Naarm – Melbourne, Victoria.
Medical Education at The University of Melbourne
Dr. Chapeyama is an Associate Lecturer in Medical Education at the University of Melbourne. She plays a pivotal role in shaping the first year of medical education for students. By emphasizing case-based learning, robust clinical skills, and professional practice, she is part of ensuring that the next generation of doctors is well-equipped for the future challenges in their careers.
Sexual and Reproductive Health Expertise
A firm believer in accessible and culturally-sensitive sexual health care, Dr. Chapeyama has been a medical abortion provider for years, aiding other professionals in the same journey.
She actively contributes to webinars, and recently joined a panel through NWPHN in Melbourne. If you’re interested, recordings can be provided upon request.
Seeking to establish an MTOP service in your clinic? Dr. Chapeyama offers her insights, connections with health services, and resource sharing. Additionally, as a certified IUD insertion trainer, she offers supervision for professionals pursuing certification in IUD insertions, following theory completion through SVH or Bayer International.
Whole Person Care Approach
Dr. Chapeyama champions whole person care, practicing with a weight-neutral perspective. She recently presented her insights at the ASPM Annual Conference in May 2023, emphasizing this approach.
Upcoming Events
Catch Dr. Chapeyama sharing her insights on Generalism in a video presentation at WONCA 2023.
Collaboration in Primary Care
Valuing effective and respectful team-based care, Dr. Chapeyama actively collaborates with healthcare professionals in the holistic care of her patients. She welcomes dialogue on healthcare topics and is available for speaking engagements and panel discussions. For opportunities or further discussion, please feel free to contact Dr. Chapeyama.
MTOP training
Dr Chapeyama did a webinar and then a follow up with NWPHN for people starting out in MTOP. Please watch her deliver MTOP training as part of a multidisciplinary team.Dr Chapeyama’s advice specific to general practice environments can be found from: 44min mark.
General Practice is often busy and time pressured. The hustle and bustle of an active practice can work well when immunisations are due, or procedures are needed and other members of the team can assist such as practice nurses.
At other times a quieter, more discrete setting is appropriate for the conversations that are needed – and where more time can be allocated to each patient.
Dr Chapeyama is mindful of the need of different approaches to care, and this has informed her decision to offer care outside a traditional general practice set-up.