Study supports benefits of rural training exposure New research has reinforced the impact regional training pathways can have on a doctors’ longer-term work location.
In Practice: Face-to-face opportunities for rural members RACGP Rural is inviting members to join upcoming face-to-face events for networking and educational opportunities.
RACGP thanks outgoing Rural Health Commissioner Adjunct Professor Ruth Stewart served in the role for nearly four years and will be replaced by fellow GP, Professor Jenny May.
Re-elected RACGP Censor-in-Chief ‘very grateful’ for support Dr Tess van Duuren will provide academic leadership, as well as strategic and policy advice on educational matters for another two years.
Chance to honour outstanding rural healthcare Nominations for individuals or teams ‘doing something remarkable’ in the rural and remote healthcare space are underway.
Queensland offers $40k carrot to attract new GPs The Government has unveiled a $20 million program it hopes will encourage 500 aspiring GPs to undertake training in the Sunshine State.
FNQ absorbed into ‘truly national’ GP training program The RACGP has taken on more than 200 additional general practice registrars following JCU’s decision to step away from GP training.
MMI interrupted after candidate leaks questions A small number of GP training applicants were forced to delay one of their selection tests due to interview questions being published online.
Many pharmacies lacking first-line emergency contraception: Study New research suggests an internationally recognised gold standard emergency contraceptive is only available in 59% of Australian regional pharmacies.
From City to Country: Adopting Rural Clinics Host Dr Sean Stevens welcomes Dr Michael Clements and Dr Kaylene Girgenti to discuss the practicalities and benefits of rural GP outreach.