‘Gut-wrenching’: Rural clinic closures taking their toll An increasing number of regional towns are losing their general practices, with recruitment issues and rising costs having a devastating impact.
Health Workforce Certificates no longer required for IMGs The removal of a ‘ridiculous’ piece of red tape placing pressure on rural and remote general practices has been welcomed by the RACGP.
Medical deans say GP funding and pay review ‘urgently needed’ The recommendation is among 23 suggestions in a position paper advocating for a ‘skilled, sufficient and sustained’ general practice workforce.
RANZCOG guideline expected to be ‘helpful’ for GPs The RACGP has said a new evidence-based abortion care guideline will support clinicians involved in reproductive healthcare.
Critical GP shortage in NT sign of wider student crisis Only 14 people have enrolled in GP vocational training in the territory this year, according to the Menzies School of Health Research.
‘Even if I won the Lotto, I would do the same’: Dr Anju Aggarwal profile Arriving in Australia with a small suitcase and a head full of dreams, the college’s GP of the year reflects on what inspires her.
GP shortage bites despite rising IMG numbers A record influx of doctors has not put an end to ongoing GP shortages in many Australian communities.
Home abortion follow-up test safe: Study Rural women could benefit most from the launch of an at-home test that can replace face-to-face follow-up consults with healthcare professionals.
Concerns over possible telehealth indemnity gaps The RACGP has queried some insurers’ policies towards exemptions to the ‘established clinical relationship’ requirement.
‘Another cost to absorb’: 16% hike in GPs’ registration fee With regulatory duties for the Medical Board of Australia expanding, the RACGP President queries whether individual GPs should have to foot the bill.