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How much do no-show patients impact you?

How much do no-show patients impact you?

From ‘not huge’, to ‘problematic’, or a sign a patient ‘may be at higher risk’, GPs have reflected on the flow-on effects of these missed appointments, and just how often they occur.


‘We need better measures beyond just bulk-billing rates’

‘We need better measures beyond just bulk-billing rates’

The metric needs to be supported by better ways of assessing the true value and success of general practice, argues Dr Michael Wright.  


Record number of GPs in training to start in 2025

Record number of GPs in training to start in 2025

In a 20% jump from 2024, 1504 future GPs will kick off their training next year, reinforcing the need for investment to ensure this pipeline.


‘Be bold and brave’: RACGP President reflects

‘Be bold and brave’: RACGP President reflects

As her two-year tenure draws to a close, Dr Nicole Higgins writes about the progress that has been achieved, and the hard work yet to come.


Getting to know Dr Michael Wright

Getting to know Dr Michael Wright

‘The problems are real, but the solutions are also real’ says the RACGP President-elect, detailing his plans for the college and his advocacy priorities.


GPs advocate for change in SA Parliament

GPs advocate for change in SA Parliament

The RACGP has gathered GPs from across the state to bring their practice into Parliament, chatting with MPs about the importance of preventive care.


Queensland Labor promises 50 new bulk-billing clinics

Queensland Labor promises 50 new bulk-billing clinics

While the RACGP welcomes the $365-million election commitment, it says the money would be better spent on improving existing services.


Health of the Nation: ‘Something every politician should get behind’

Health of the Nation: ‘Something every politician should get behind’

Health decisionmakers gathered in Canberra for the launch, as the RACGP says their understanding of general practice is ‘critical’.


Health of the Nation: ‘What happens when general practice is valued and funded’

Health of the Nation: ‘What happens when general practice is valued and funded’

Much-needed reform looks to be on the horizon as GPs’ job satisfaction, workforce growth and better funding all stand out in the new report, unveiled this morning.


Patient out-of-pocket costs climb

Patient out-of-pocket costs climb

The tripling of bulk billing incentives ‘made a significant impact’ but patient costs have risen by almost 6% regardless, says the RACGP as it demands more funding.


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