IMG expedited pathway gets greenlight The fast-track program has cleared its final hurdle for a 21 October start date following approval from Australia’s health ministers, but it has left the RACGP fuming.
Delay sought for expedited pathway rollout With AHPRA’s new fast-tracked IMG program set to impact both the RACGP and the ANZCA this year, the colleges are calling for it to be paused.
Fresh fears for new expedited pathway readiness Just weeks away from the launch of AHPRA’s new fast-tracked IMG program, the RACGP says details of its systems, processes, and resources remain unclear.
‘Disturbing’ lack of details revealed for looming IMG fast-track pathway AHPRA has announced a 27% jump in IMGs approved to work in Australia, but the RACGP fears wraparound support and connection to medical colleges is being bypassed.
Consultants of sting: Attitudes towards primary care in dire straits As a final-year medical student, Sasenie Jayanetty shares her insights on the future of general practice from the perspective of a next-generation doctor.
New RACGP National IMG Committee calls for members The long-awaited committee aims to better advocate for overseas-trained doctors, with its recruitment process now open to members.
Female IMGs creating crucial support networks It can be an isolating life working rurally, especially for GPs born overseas, but it is hoped an online meet-up will create new connections.
AHPRA eyes mandatory health checks for older GPs The watchdog says complaints against older GPs have ‘jumped disturbingly’, but the RACGP warns it is a fine line between assessing competency and ageism.
‘Ironic and concerning’: MRFF public health research questioned Just 40c in every $1 earmarked for preventive and public health is being spent on keeping people healthy, a new study has found.
GP ‘speed dates’ show students the value of general practice The RACGP used the weekend’s Australian Medical Students Association conference to spruik the profession and inspire the next generation.