‘I thought I had Buckley’s chance of being a GP’ The Tasmanian RACGP GP of the Year, Dr Paul Hanson, only learned to read in grade three. He tells newsGP how dyslexia shaped his life and career.
In Practice: 1 January MBS changes The new year will bring changes to Medicare Safety Net and smoking cessation MBS items.
One in two Australians living with a chronic condition Mental and behavioural conditions were the most prevalent in 2022, followed by back problems and arthritis.
New Queensland Chair striving for positive impact The new RACGP Board member says she will aim to help drive funding reform and ensure GPs remain at the heart of care.
‘I never thought I’d be standing here, let alone be a doctor’ Some wondered why Arrernte man, Dr Corey Dalton, wanted to study medicine later in life – but the RACGP’s GP in training of the year has no regrets.
New Board member inspired by ‘unique position’ Pay, leave and wellbeing are front of mind for the RACGP’s newly appointed Chair of GPs in Training.
‘I’ve enjoyed it immensely’: Bruce Willett reflects The outgoing RACGP Vice President sat down with newsGP to discuss his advocacy, favourite memories and proudest moments.
RACGP announces CEO departure Paul Wappett has left his position with immediate effect and a global search to find his replacement is underway.
All resolutions passed at 66th RACGP AGM Members voted to usher through a number of amendments to the college’s Constitution, as well as updates to director and President remuneration.
RACGP Member Engagement Survey extended Members are being urged to help drive the college’s advocacy efforts by sharing their views on what matters most to them.