‘Significant disillusionment’: New spotlight on regulation failings In the latest phase of the Complexity Review, officials have detailed policies to address a lack of clarity and direction within healthcare regulation.
Queensland pharmacy pilot reaches training milestone One hundred community pharmacists are reportedly fully trained and authorised to participate, but the RACGP says it ‘rings alarm bells’.
Teens’ contraception needs left wanting in regional areas: Study Rural GPs say knowledge and access remain barriers to contraception options for teens. However, gaps also exist among GPs.
Established trust key to pandemic preparedness: Study It found trust and social cohesion are key to rebuilding, while GPs say their established relationships are crucial to creating change.
Mark Butler to stay on as Health Minister The RACGP President says he is looking forward to continuing a collaborative relationship with Minister Butler, as the Prime Minister confirms his cabinet.
First in-depth look at IMG expedited pathway’s popularity Six months after the controversial pathway launched for GPs, AHPRA has offered an insight into the scheme’s impact and registration numbers.
Street Side Medics expands GP-led clinics As demand grows, the mobile medical service has opened a second Victorian clinic, providing free care to those experiencing homelessness.
What recent My Health Record changes mean for GPs The RACGP has updated information for GPs following changes to rules around shared pathology and diagnostic imaging reports, noting some concerns.
RACGP Mentoring Program applications open The program pairs up new GPs with a ‘seasoned GP’, offering support, guidance and advice as they navigate their career.
‘The same challenges’: Lessons from remote Canada They may be half a world apart but country doctors in Canada and Australia have a lot they can teach each other, finds the RACGP’s Rural Chair.