Tasmanian medical educator Dr Christina Carroll is recognised for her outstanding commitment to Rural Generalist training and registrar support, receiving the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine’s Rural Generalist Medical Educator of the Year Award. 

Ms Carroll joined ACRRM’s Tasmanian medical education team last year after relocating from Parkes in New South Wales and has quickly made a significant contribution to Rural Generalist education across Tasmania and nationally. 

ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin says Ms Carroll’s passion for education is matched by her genuine commitment to supporting registrars throughout their training journey. 

“Chris brings knowledge, compassion and enthusiasm to every aspect of her role,” Dr Martin says. 

“She supports registrars preparing for their assessments, delivers workshops and provides steady, compassionate guidance to doctors navigating extremely difficult circumstances. 

“Rural Generalist training is demanding, and skilled medical educators such as Chris play a critical role in helping registrars build their confidence, strengthen their clinical skills and become the doctors rural and remote communities need.” 

Alongside her work with Tasmanian registrars, Ms Carroll supports ACRRM’s national education team with preparation for Case Based Discussion and Structured Assessment Using Multiple Patient Scenarios assessments. 

Dr Martin says the award also recognises Ms Carroll’s contribution as a highly valued and collaborative member of the College team. 

“Chris is generous with her expertise and always willing to support her colleagues and registrars,” he says. 

“Her impact in such a short time in Tasmania is remarkable, and follows years of outstanding work in New South Wales. This national award is thoroughly deserved. 

Dr Carroll was selected from a field of state award winners and was presented her award at the Rural Medicine Australia 2026 (RMA26) conference in Adelaide last night.