What is the future for small practices? As another GP shuts up shop in rural NSW, newsGP asks about the prospects for smaller clinics.
New RACGP CFO focused on improving member objectives The newest member of the executive team says a focus on transparency and accountability will help the college launch into its next phase.
Practice owner facing $5 million bill amid tax grab It has been described as the ‘biggest existential threat to general practice’, and now a new GP-led petition is pleading for an end to Victoria’s payroll tax crisis.
Time to recognise GPs’ mental health contributions: RACGP President New stats confirm general practice remains the cornerstone of Australia’s mental healthcare system, despite its role being taken for granted.
The GP who inspired the RACGP President A mentor to Dr Nicole Higgins, this doctor has been part of the fabric of his Victorian country town for more than 40 years.
Questions persist around pharmacist prescribing education The RACGP has once again raised serious concerns about diagnosis and training, as a second round of consultation on the changes kicks off.
‘Painful’: Confusion plagues MyMedicare launch Technical problems and poor communication meant many GPs were left unaware about the additional steps needed for patient registration.
RACGP Foundation launches PhD Scholarships The two grants on offer are valued at $25,000 per year and are designed to help outstanding doctors further their studies into general practice.
‘Electrifying’ conference tackles remote medicine challenges More than 120 passionate delegates have joined forces in the outback, intent on taking their five community-led solutions all the way to Canberra.
‘Like a conductor’: The unseen craft of general practice RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins spoke to key healthcare leaders in Canberra this week about the unsung work of GPs in coordinating patient care.