Dr Kim Omond
Autonomy, variety and patient centred care – Why I swapped from a hospital based speciality to work with the community These days, Dr Kim Omond’s medical journey sees her switching…
Advocating for women in general practice
…preventative care and slow, complex, and emotionally intensive medicine. Unfortunately, the way that Medicare works, GPs are penalised for longer, more complex cases.” She is one of many doctors advocating…
Dr Damian Hannon
…be here long-term.” “[Locals] feel like you’re not just coming and doing your time, you’re actually making an investment in the community—that is a two way thing, because then the…
Wellbeing
…are some resources that may assist. Find your RLO RLOs provide confidential advice, care, information and support to GP trainees within their college. GET IN TOUCH Common concerns Some common…
Not happy with your recent exam results?
…hard as these exams are often the final hurdle on your path to completing your GP training. It can feel particularly grim to fail these after many years of time…
Dr Jess Tidemann
…compassionate ongoing care. I try to be compassionate and connected, but distanced enough to be able to be professional.” Dealing with frustration is a part of the job, Jess says….
Extended Skills and Advanced Specialised Training
…completing core clinical or hospital training. The needs of the community in which a GP registrar intend to practise should be taken into consideration when making the choice. ACRRM ACRRM…
Events
Events Interested in general practice? Attend an event near you, face-to-face or online. ECHO for Pain and Opioid Management Events From 29 August 2024: Join St Vincent’s and Royal Melbourne…
Practical advice when beginning general practice training
…a protected time and you come suitability prepared. Schedule dedicated teaching at the start of a clinical session to ensure that this time is not compromised by consultations running over…
Dr Rachel Melhem
Dr Rachel Melhem MELBOURNE, VICTORIA Bridging compassion and expertise through a placement at headspace In the bustling medical landscape of Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Dr Rachel Melhem splits her time as…
Creating a productive and stress-free study period
…it will help give you some ideas to get you started. Learn as you go along The general practice setting is the perfect place to inspire learning. As you come…
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Dr Sophie Ping
…who is entirely interested in everything they are feeling. They understand that what you are doing is to help them. “It requires a combination of skills. If you come out…
…registrar’s employment agreement. GPRA’s advice is to ensure that your ordinary hours are agreed on prior to commencing a term and that this is itemised and detailed in your employment…
My Standout Supervisor Award
…The reason that Meike stands out as a GP supervisor is because of her care for me outside of medicine. She encourages support of our local community, mends my clothing,…
…under a medical officer award (different awards apply in different states) and generally, you will be entitled to some employer-paid maternity leave under that award. Once you move into community…
FAQ As a part-time GPT1 registrar, does my base rate of pay change once I’ve completed six calendar months of GPT1 training, or six months full-time equivalent (FTE) training? The…
President’s Message – May 2024
The 2024-2025 Federal Budget was handed down last week, and unfortunately GPRA is dismayed by its complete disregard for the challenges GP registrars face with the rising cost of living,…
Dr Nicola Holmes
…dependent on their family environment and you can’t do much. “And if you see people at 50 and they’re completely entrenched in their habits of thinking, they can be very…
Dr Samantha Olliver
…she realised that life wasn’t for her, she completed her final years of GP training in Darwin. She felt isolated and unsupported at first, but then, everything changed. Through a…
GPRA Exam Preparation Webinar: One-day
…how to adjust your voice to portray confidence; even when you’re not. Understanding non-verbal communication and tips on how to avoid negative non-verbal communication cues The recording from the first…
How to thrive
…of GP training. Work on your professionalism Remember, your clinical practice must be complemented by your professionalism in the workplace! This includes: Punctuality Prompt communication Administrative workload. Don’t leave everything…
What to expect from yourself and your GP supervisor
…Remember: Open and honest communication Come with a willingness to learn Learn what works for you Develop a learning plan early on Work on your conflict resolution. A note on…
ACRRM vs RACGP Training
…those on the rural pathway can choose to complete their training with either college. If you are an IMG under the 19AB moratorium, you must train on the rural pathway….
Dr David Lam
…week and had written next to the improved numbers “feeling better, thanks Dr Lam!” Natural beauty and a sense of community It’s also been great to support the local community…
“It’s really important GP registrars are well versed in pain and opioid management” – Dr Eric Aizentros
…case-based learning and a brief didactic session for best practice management chronic pain and high dose opioid medication. Having recently completed the initial sessions of the EPOM and with a…
Dr Tim Francis
…This balance of clinical and non-clinical roles is something Tim said more and more GPs are opting for these days. “The expectations from the community and from individual doctors are…
Overseas trained doctors and the ’10 year moratorium’
…of Australian interns before general medical registration is granted. Overseas trained doctors may obtain registration without an AMC assessment if they completed their degree and internship under an approved Competent…
How to thrive in medicine: seven tips from seven doctors
…your commitment to work with your commitment to your relationships with others and to yourself. At the end of the day, you still want to enjoy work! Your hospital years…
…to form a company so I can be paid. The reason given was so the practice can avoid pay-roll tax and GST. The NTCER outlines your minimum employment terms and…