More CPD points allocated to recognise GPs’ pandemic response The RACGP has allocated an additional 25 CPD points to members for being ‘a critical part’ of the health system response to COVID-19.
In Practice: Seeking new expert committee members The committee aims to support the development of general practice research, leading to more informed policy and practice.
In Practice: Rural training grants for GPs Eligible GPs can upskill in procedural and emergency medicine skills through the Rural Procedural Grants Program.
In Practice: MBS changes from 1 March MBS updates include the introduction of intra-uterine devices, supporting the RACGP’s calls to increase patient rebates for this service.
In Practice: Managing syphilis in general practice The RACGP is giving members the chance to upskill their syphilis diagnosis and management, to help combat an ongoing rise in cases.
In Practice: update to COVID at-home management guide The RACGP resource has been adapted for people who do not require additional support from their GP while self-managing at home.
In Practice: update to ‘gold standard’ general practice resource The RACGP Library now has the latest edition of John Murtagh’s General practice available for members.
In Practice: Tracking GPs’ experience of digital tools The RACGP is running a survey to understand the systems used in general practices, technology challenges, and where future investment is needed.
Final call to ‘give something back to the GP community’ Prospective GP mentors are being urged to apply for the RACGP Mentoring Program, with applications set to close on 30 November.
COVID recognition: RACGP allocates extra 25 CPD points The move comes as part of new CPD support from the college to acknowledge members for their work throughout the pandemic.