GP numbers boost requires incentives overhaul: RACGP The college is calling on the Commonwealth to fund paid parental and study leave for GP registrars, as well as 1100 placements on support programs.
‘We’re just different – and it works really well’ The director of Banksia Medical Centre, Dr Bernard Shiu talks about the approach that led to the clinic becoming the RACGP’s general practice of the year.
In Practice: Financial advice for GPs Early career GPs can learn more about personal finance fundamentals to help achieve their financial goals and work–life balance.
Well-earned recognition for retiring ‘rural legends’ The long and successful contributions of two members are being celebrated ahead of them stepping down from the RACGP Rural Council.
Set-up challenges have GP training primed for strong year Twelve months of hard work, dedication and collaboration have the WA GP training team well placed for the years ahead.
GPs advocate for change at Scope of Practice roadshow GPs have left a lasting impression on decisionmakers, as those responsible for the reforms embark on a nationwide tour to hear directly from medical professionals.
JCU to step away from GP training delivery The RACGP has reassured registrars it is ready to ‘welcome and unite’ Queensland GPs in training, saying there will be minimal changes on the ground.
In Practice: Self-care for GPs An upcoming webinar will discuss self-care strategies and explore the evidence-based benefits and nuances of mindfulness.
‘A real privilege’: Vic medical educators share their training goals One year on from the return of college-led training, they say building on collegiality will help move closer to a national model.
Payroll tax risks future of hundreds of clinics: HotDoc survey Data from the appointment booking platform also suggest the rate of permanent general practice closures is accelerating significantly.