We welcome rural focus, but need system-wide reform
It is essential that GP trainees are offered quality, safe training placements across rural and remote Australia, as well as urban and regional locations.
It is essential that GP trainees are offered quality, safe training placements across rural and remote Australia, as well as urban and regional locations.
GPRA has publicly called on policy and decision makers to improve employment conditions for GP trainees.
GPRA member Dr Benjamin Lewis on an initiative in Gippsland to reduce the impact of pollution on people’s health.
The GP speciality sector awaits the contracts for the AGPT program to be agreed between the Federal Government and both GP Specialty Colleges so we can finally understand what College-led training will look like and communicate this to members.
The CCE is challenging for all GP trainees but many overseas trained doctors face added complexities as they prepare for their exams.
This hands-on event featured a variety of clinical skills stations and dealt with the management of, and communication in emergency medicine situations.
GPRA is calling on the next Federal Government to urgently increase funding for primary health care and address inadequate employment conditions for GP registrars.
Political campaigning in the lead up to this year’s Federal election is well underway and, as always, health care is a key election issue, with a spotlight on how many Australians don’t have access to a general practitioner.
As part of her role with FGP, Dr Nottingham has been offering career-based mentoring to make extra support available during the transition of training to the GP colleges.
GPRA fears that for many young doctors in training a lack of paid parental leave is a major disincentive for choosing a career as a general practitioner.
A profession that recognises work-family balance will attract more doctors and help address the ongoing decline in GP numbers, especially in rural and regional Australia.
This is an intensive period of policy and service delivery change for GP registrars and junior doctors who are considering applying to the GP specialty.
As the dust settles across universities from O-week festivities, six GPSN clubs across five states saw an enormous reward for their effort – an incredible 590 new sign-ups, and counting!
As I settle into my role, I will continue to advocate GPRAs work across essential areas such as employment conditions, registrar assistance and promoting general practice as a viable career choice.
This week, GPRA staff and board welcomed newly appointed CEO Ms Jo-anne Chapman, who commenced with the organisation on Monday, January 17th.
A significant piece of advocacy this year has been the development of the Statement of Principles for GP Trainee Employment Arrangements.
Which College should I choose? Info about training and exams at each college. By Dr Susan Roberts.
Participate in part two of the survey on challenges that the pandemic has imposed on GP trainees.
GPRA Board Chair Mr Scott Williams today announced the resignation of GPRA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr Andrew Gosbell.
By Dr Natasha Nottingham. No matter which stage of training you are at, there are always opportunities to prepare for entry into community general practice.
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Join Dr Sama Balasubramanian and Dr Andrew Gosbell as they cover the basics of the NTCER and answer your employment questions.
The transition of the AGPT program to College-led training is not far away. We are looking for GPRA members interested in joining our Training Transition Reference Group.
By Dr Susan Roberts. I’ve accepted my RACGP AGPT training offer: how do I prepare?
By Dr Cheten Mistry. You have accepted your AGPT training offer and you are on your way to a very rewarding career ahead in general practice. Here are a few things to consider.
President’s update | August 2021.
This is not where we expected to be nearly 18 months into a pandemic. However, it is no surprise that GP trainees continue to play a critical role in vaccinating our communities against COVID-19.
GPRA’s NextGen GP Leadership Program is underway! Our first event, on the evening of Tuesday 27 July, explored the theme of “What does it take to be a leader?”.
New data published shows that one in three medical students are more likely to consider general practice as a career after joining the GPSN.
NAIDOC Week is an opportunity to come together in honouring the history, achievements and culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Join GPRA and IGPRN in 2021 celebrating from 4 to 11 July.
President’s update | July 2021.
A frequent comment I receive from GPRA members is, ‘Why isn’t there more information about this? What’s the delay?’.
In light of the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria, GPRA has sought advice from the RACGP regarding their contingency plans for the written exams to be held in July.