GPs outraged at suggestion of inadequate expertise GPs have expressed anger and disbelief at ‘offensive’ claims they are not sufficiently skilled to provide end-of-life care.
NPS general practice report echoes RACGP findings It found mental health conditions are among the most common issues dealt with in general practice.
GP19: Your patients, your community, your solutions From AI to pain management to running a practice, the first day of the RACGP’s conference offers GPs a comprehensive look at their profession.
Career interrupted: When the doctor becomes the patient Dr Karen Woods was working hard to advance in the career she loved – but life doesn’t always go according to plan.
Tools of my trade Dr Claire Denness pays tribute to one of the most indispensable tools in general practice.
Helping GPs to discuss overweight, obesity and lifestyle changes LiveLighter aims to boost doctors’ confidence to start conversations with patients about managing their weight.
Autonomous pharmacist prescribing off the table – but no barriers to restricted models The Pharmacy Board of Australia has found no obstacles to collaborative prescribing alongside medical professionals, and structured prescribing where pharmacists have limited authorisation.
Rural and city: Striving for improved health equity A remote GP and a city GP compare experiences and discuss the endeavour for health equity across geographical locations.
Decrease in funding a ‘turning point for general practices’ A steady decline in bulk-billing rates can be attributed to under-funding and the cost of running a practice, experts told newsGP.
Coalition of Peaks begins community engagement events The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representative body is consulting directly with the community about the changes needed to close health gaps.