GPs ‘horrified’ at latest pharmacy proposal The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has suggested ‘non-urgent’ emergency department presentations be directed to community pharmacy.
New wave of GP-researchers set to tackle vital questions From depression to family violence to COVID-19 – these GPs in training are ready to research for the profession.
New program a ‘pilot for medical workforce development’ A new, highly competitive program gives recently qualified doctors the opportunity to integrate career development into research.
Wrap of the year 2020 Dr Gill Singleton and Dr Billy Stoupas close the year with highlights from the series and excerpts from their favourite moments of Generally Speaking.
Health of the Nation 2020: Part 2 Hosts Dr Gill Singleton and Dr Billy Stoupas wrap up the year with the General Practice: Health of the Nation report. They are joined by RACGP President, Dr Karen Price, and Chair of the RACGP Expert Committee – Funding and Health System Reform, Dr Michael Wright.
Audit of compliance actions raises questions over efficacy of targeted letters Questions have emerged over whether Department of Health compliance activities recover enough money to justify the cost.
Translating research outcomes into clinical practice New funding will enable the RACGP to advance research and translate the findings to general practices in areas where healthcare barriers exist.
Less than half of LGBTQI people feel accepted by healthcare providers Patients look for signs of an inclusive practice from the moment they walk through the door.
Health of the Nation 2020: Part 1 Hosts Dr Gill Singleton and Dr Billy Stoupas wrap up the year with the RACGP’s General Practice: Health of the Nation report. They are joined by RACGP President-elect, Dr Karen Price, and Chair of the RACGP Expert Committee – Funding and Health System Reform, Dr Michael Wright.
COVID, telehealth, rural Australia, the future: Health of the Nation The 2020 edition of the RACGP’s annual report shines a light on general practice in a year like no other.