The concern of rising out-of-pocket health costs Rising out-of-pocket health costs are a worry. But the major political parties have barely mentioned it.
In Practice: GP feedback on post-election advocacy priorities The RACGP is seeking member feedback to inform its engagement with the new or returning government after the Federal Election.
RACGP open to building urgent care clinics on existing infrastructure The college says the bulk billing clinics – projected to cost $135 million over four years – must not duplicate or fragment care.
‘It’s time for reform’: RACGP calls for federal investment to improve patient-centred care The college has put forward a series of reforms to ensure general practice can continue to meet patients’ needs and offer quality care, while saving the healthcare system at least $1 billion each year.
RACGP lays Federal Election groundwork College representatives have undertaken a series of meetings with key stakeholders to discuss general practice priorities for the upcoming election.
RACGP challenges DoH over ill-timed compliance Dr Michael Wright details recent college advocacy efforts as well as future plans ahead of the upcoming election.
engageGP previews RACGP Federal Election campaign The forum provided details on the college’s Federal Election strategy and also allowed members to highlight issues impacting general practice.
New faces on the RACGP Board Dr Karen Price has officially begun her term as RACGP President, with Dr Bruce Willett named Vice-President.
Dr Karen Price named RACGP President-elect Dr Price plans to reassert the role of general practice and adopt a ‘GPs first’ approach.
RACGP seeking feedback on advocacy efforts The RACGP is asking for GPs’ thoughts on its work during the Federal Election campaign.