Funding warning as bulk-billing clinic closes One of Canberra’s last fully bulk-billed clinics has entered voluntary administration after struggling to cover costs and attract enough GPs.
Could the pharmacist in general practice model expand? A Symposium has examined how the model can work sustainably, with the RACGP saying it supports the move only if it can be made to work with funding.
Stephen Duckett speaks to ‘transformative’ long-term changes for GPs Ahead of his keynote speech at the RACGP’s upcoming Practice Owners Conference, the high-profile health economist says GPs must think about how to adapt.
‘A potent force’: Editor shares vision for AJGP With more than a third of articles written by GPs this year, the journal’s new Editor-in-Chief says AJGP is a ‘powerful channel’.
Latest Fellowship exam results surpass previous Future GPs who sat the first KFP exam of the year achieved an overall pass rate of almost 10% higher than the previous cycle.
Calls for ‘targeted and tailored’ solutions for rural health As Federal Election promises from all sides continue to roll in, the RACGP’s Rural Chair is concerned regional healthcare is being overlooked.
Practical details of new bulk billing program revealed New DoHAC factsheets explain how the controversial incentives program will work, how GPs’ earnings could change, and accreditation exemptions.
Federal Budget 2025–26: Full breakdown for GPs Here is the detail of the significant healthcare commitments in the last Budget before the Federal Election – and what they mean for general practice.
General practice pilot to ease ‘significant impacts’ of hay fever To boost low adherence to treatments, a new trial aims to support GPs through a tailored education toolkit used alongside daily nasal spray.
What is stopping kids getting a flu vaccination? A survey of Australian parents has revealed the practical difficulties and acceptance barriers leading to falling vaccination rates.