Have your say: Health of the Nation survey now open After last year’s survey helped create tangible changes, GPs are urged to once again help shape the future of general practice.
Grants to entice registrars to the NT When a training stint grows into a deep community connection: Why this GP remains close to the Northern Territory.
Blood test shows promise for birth risk early detection A new rapid sensor test can detect pregnancy complications such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, as early as 11 weeks.
Tour to see ‘amazing’ new GPs flags need for rural boost A RACGP delegation has been left excited by the enthusiasm of regional Victorian recruits but urged MPs to heed calls to fix the GP shortage.
Forum explores GPs’ futures, seeks shortage solutions The inaugural SA Future GP Forum has resulted in several targeted ideas to entice more future doctors to become regional GPs.
GPs in training jump 31% in WA Almost 200 doctors will begin training in 2025, but WA still faces a ‘unique challenge’ with less GPs per person than in Victoria and NSW.
GPs in training pay discrepancies laid bare New data shows 55% of GPs in training earn less money than in their last year in a pre-vocational hospital position – a trend one GP expert labelled a ‘huge concern’.
GPs in training jump by 34% in SA This includes 60% more GPs training on a rural pathway, and while the RACGP welcomed the rise, it says ‘more must be done’.
Lack of incentives fuelling GP shortfall: RACGP A ‘lack of investment’ leaves Canberra as Australia’s worst capital for GP access, while incentives in Tasmania bolster GP numbers.
Incentives prove successful in attracting new GPs New data shows the difference incentive payments make to enticing GPs to the profession, as the RACGP calls for 1500 more places to be funded.