RACGP launches Queensland election platform The college is calling on the next State Government to commit $56 million to incentivise 2000 GPs in training, and to cut red tape.
GP advocates an ‘effective tool for change’ GPs from all walks of life are encouraged to join the RACGP’s Advocate Network, aimed at leading positive change for general practice.
In Practice: Claims for mental health care training GPs who complete Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training may be eligible to claim MBS item numbers as well as a $600 subsidy.
RACGP Presidential candidate Q&A Discover why each of these five GPs want to be college President, why they think you should vote for them, and their top priorities.
RACGP President candidates revealed Five GPs from across Australia have put their hand up to lead the college for the next two years, with voting to open next month.
‘Fierce advocate’ announced as RACGP President-elect North Queensland-based practice owner and GP supervisor Dr Nicole Higgins will take over as college President in November.
RACGP Presidential candidate Q&A All seven candidates have answered questions about their priorities, why they want to lead the college, and what separates them from other contenders.
What are the major healthcare challenges facing the new government? RACGP state and territory faculty chairs lay out the main general practice issues confronting their area.
Labor promises nearly $1 billion in general practice funding If elected, the Federal Opposition has said it will spend $750 million to strengthen Medicare, as well as give out $220 million in practice infrastructure grants.
‘First meaningful commitment’: Coalition outlines rural health measures A suite of new commitments follows college advocacy to attract more doctors to remote areas – but will it be enough to keep them there?