RACGP commitment to rural GPs stronger than ever President Dr Harry Nespolon and Vice-President Associate Professor Ayman Shenouda have moved to clarify comments regarding rural workforce strategy.
Rural GPs urged to look after mental health Emerging research shows that while the pandemic is affecting everyone, those in rural and remote communities are particularly vulnerable.
GPs partner with specialists to streamline telehealth One telehealth service has used the lockdown to expand its vision of improving access to specialist care for patients in under-served communities.
First respiratory clinic launched in rural NSW Chair of RACGP Rural Associate Professor Ayman Shenouda volunteered to establish the coronavirus-testing clinic in Wagga Wagga.
Rural and coastal populations more vulnerable to coronavirus ANU research suggests areas outside the major cities have a significantly higher concentration of risk factors linked to COVID-19 deaths.
More flexible rural generalist training The RACGP is helping to make it easier for Australia’s future GPs to choose additional skills training.
One in four patients did not see a GP when they needed: AIHW Patients in remote areas, as well as those with higher health needs, were most likely not to see a doctor when they felt it was required.
Stronger, more flexible rural training to rollout next year: RACGP A strengthened training program designed around flexibility for general practice registrars interested in rural and remote work will begin next year, the RACGP has announced.
RACGP President on rural generalist disappointment Dr Harry Nespolon says overlooking the RACGP is not a good start for greater collaboration on rural health.
Rural bulk-billing eligibility set to change Medicare billing incentives will change for GPs outside the major cities, as the DoH modifies the way it classifies rural and remote areas.