The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) congratulates the Hon Mark Butler MP on his reappointment as the Minister for Health and Ageing and looks forward to working together to prioritise real investment in rural, remote, and First Nations healthcare.
The College also congratulates the Hon Rebecca White, Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, Assistant Minister for Indigenous Health and Assistant Minister for Women; the Hon Emma McBride, Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention and Assistant Minister for Rural and Regional Health; and the Hon Sam Rae, Minister for Aged Care and Seniors.
ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin said the College would continue to work with the Minister and his team to deliver much needed improvements in healthcare outcomes for Australians living in rural and remote communities.
“We are looking forward to working closely with Minister Mark Butler to deliver on the new government's promises and to take action to address the rural health gap,” Dr Martin says.
“Investment is critical to ensure communities are not left without essential services.”
Dr Martin says that a focus on a sustainable Rural Generalist (RG) workforce was crucial in ensuring rural and remote Australians receive the same healthcare as their city counterparts.
“Rural Generalists are distinctly skilled to deliver exceptional care in rural and remote communities, but strategic funding is essential to expand and support this vital workforce.”
“ACRRM has a clear plan to strengthen the RG workforce and enhance healthcare outcomes.
“We welcome the opportunity to work with the ministerial health team to deliver real change for Australians in rural, remote, and First Nations communities.”
The College also congratulates the Hon Rebecca White, Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, Assistant Minister for Indigenous Health and Assistant Minister for Women; the Hon Emma McBride, Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention and Assistant Minister for Rural and Regional Health; and the Hon Sam Rae, Minister for Aged Care and Seniors.
ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin said the College would continue to work with the Minister and his team to deliver much needed improvements in healthcare outcomes for Australians living in rural and remote communities.
“We are looking forward to working closely with Minister Mark Butler to deliver on the new government's promises and to take action to address the rural health gap,” Dr Martin says.
“Investment is critical to ensure communities are not left without essential services.”
Dr Martin says that a focus on a sustainable Rural Generalist (RG) workforce was crucial in ensuring rural and remote Australians receive the same healthcare as their city counterparts.
“Rural Generalists are distinctly skilled to deliver exceptional care in rural and remote communities, but strategic funding is essential to expand and support this vital workforce.”
“ACRRM has a clear plan to strengthen the RG workforce and enhance healthcare outcomes.
“We welcome the opportunity to work with the ministerial health team to deliver real change for Australians in rural, remote, and First Nations communities.”