18 February 2011 Health reforms must focus on general practice
This week, Federal and State governments made a significant commitment to health reform after a national health agreement was reached by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG). While the College welcomes the focus from government on health reform, we would like to see clarity on those reforms relating to general practice and primary healthcare. Read more...
18 February 2011 RACGP Foundation Board members wanted
Three positions are available for visionary leaders to join the RACGP Foundation Board in a voluntary capacity. The RACGP Foundation attracts and disseminates funds to support general practice research and contributes to the strategic plan of the College by promoting quality general practice, supporting excellence and strengthening our organisation. Read more...
18 February 2011 Meeting with Queensland’s Deputy Premier and Minister for Health
Last Tuesday, the Queensland Faculty and RACGP President Professor Claire Jackson met with The Honourable Paul Lucas MP, Queensland’s Deputy Premier and Minister for Health, to identify key roles the faculty might play in the greater involvement of general practice in healthcare reform across the state. Read more...
18 February 2011 Collaborative care arrangements
The College is keen to receive input from any members who currently have a nurse practitioner working in their practice or are training a nurse practitioner in order to assess the impact of the new role. Read more...
11 February 2011 Violence in general practice resources
Last week, a report on violence in general practice was released. The report suggests that 88 percent of GPs have been subjected to verbal aggression and one in six have been physically attacked by patients or their relatives. The RACGP recognises this issue and, with the assistance of the Department of Health and Ageing, developed training and education materials to support practice teams. Read more...
M5 Project - RACGP men's health initiative helping men to help themselves
M5 encourages men and those who care about them to recognise the importance of men forming an ongoing relationship with a GP.
