GPs in training urged to speak up on future of profession Time is running out for Australia’s next generation of GPs to shape college advocacy by taking part in the Health of the Nation survey.
‘Farcical’: Instant medical certificates criticised for cutting corners Just $13.90 can get you a one-day medical certificate based on an online form, but what risks are patients taking with these instant services?
RACGP ‘blindsided’ by controversial new IMG fast-tracking Eligible overseas doctors will be granted upfront registration from the Medical Board, in a move labelled an ‘assault on the medical colleges’.
EOIs for education research grants now open The RACGP program provides substantial grants annually to fuel innovative research initiatives in general practice training.
Connection key to retaining rural GPs: Study Creating a supportive environment, both personally and professionally, is crucial to making GPs feel at home in the bush, ANU researchers say.
‘Huge hive of clever minds’ driving GP training Tasmanian medical educators discuss collaboration and supporting registrars since the transition to college-led training.
Empowering GPs to turn the tide on mental health SPONSORED: Want to upskill in mental health? Black Dog Institute, an RACGP-registered CPD provider, can help.
New $30.5m Pre-Fellowship Program pilot launches The trial will help IMGs spend two years in a regional practice, with the aim of developing the skills needed to embark on a GP Fellowship pathway.
Nine in 10 AGPT participants satisfied with program quality Results from the 2023 National Registrar Survey suggest the transition to college-led training was ‘very successful’, according to an RACGP rep.
GP training numbers up but politicians told more is needed Day two of the GPs @ Parliament campaign focused on workforce shortages, with doctors demanding the Government fix the profession’s ‘second-rate entitlements’.