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About the course
The Graduate Diploma of Perioperative Medicine is a comprehensive program focused on perioperative medicine and the application of focused clinical ultrasound across the perioperative period. It develops capability in integrating ultrasound into preoperative assessment and optimisation, intraoperative strategies, postoperative care, and quality-of-recovery approaches. The course is designed to be flexible and aligned with industry standards for medical professionals across a range of specialties.
What you might learn
Students learn to apply and critically evaluate clinical ultrasound in perioperative settings and to integrate imaging findings into clinical decision-making. The course develops advanced knowledge in perioperative medicine, enhanced recovery after surgery pathways, and patient management throughout the perioperative journey. It aims to build practical competence through hands-on learning supported by expert educators.
Career outcome
Graduates can expand their scope of practice by applying perioperative medicine and focused clinical ultrasound skills in real-world clinical environments. The program is particularly relevant for clinicians such as anaesthetists, emergency physicians, and other medical specialists seeking advanced perioperative assessment and management capabilities. Outcomes include improved ability to deliver patient care across preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative contexts in diverse healthcare settings.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
