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A tribute to Dr Mark Craig: A warrior for rural medicine and a life well-lived
Jan 3, 2020This paper documents many of the activities and achievements of Dr Mark Craig MB BS; DipRACOG; FRACGP; FACRRM drawing on contributions from his friends and colleagues. Dr Craig has worked tirelessly in several fields of medicine and academia. -
2019 a year in review - a message from Dr Ewen McPhee
Dec 19, 2019It has been a significant year for Rural Generalism and for the College. While our rural and remote communities have faced economic and environment challenges, we’re confident in the opportunities to turn this around. -
Attention Tasmanian Fellows - EOI open for Rural Generalist Coordinating Council (RGCC)
Dec 19, 2019ACRRM welcomes expressions of interest from Tasmanian Fellows to represent the College on the Tasmanian Rural Generalist Coordinating Council. The Council provides governance to the Tasmanian Rural Generalist Pathway. -
Attention Queensland Fellows - EOI GP representative on Prevocational Medical Accreditation Committee.
Dec 19, 2019Prevocational Medical Accreditation Queensland (PMAQ) is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced General Practitioners to fill the position of General Practice Representative on the PMAQ Accreditation Committee (the Committee). -
Recognising Rural Generalist Medicine as a specialist field
Dec 19, 2019The process of having Rural Generalist Medicine recognised as a specialist field within the speciality of general practice has taken a significant step forward. -
ACRRM in Action
Dec 4, 2019ACRRM had a strong presence at the NSW Rural GPs conference in Manly from 29 November-1 December, including CEO Marita Cowie and several College Fellows and registrars. -
How to prepare your Independent Pathway application
Dec 4, 2019Applications for the April 2020 intake of Independent Pathway soon. Let’s get your documentation ready. -
ACRRM welcomes new Queensland Office of Rural Health
Nov 28, 2019The establishment of an Office of Rural Health to support doctors and communities outside cities in Queensland is positively welcomed by the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM). -
Member feedback requested for MBS Review Taskforce - Wound Management Working Group
Nov 27, 2019The Wound Management Working Group was established to provide advice to the Taskforce regarding existing MBS items for the management of acute wounds and issues relating to the management of chronic wounds more broadly. -
ACRRM in Action
Nov 20, 2019ACRRM at National Digital Health Workforce and Education Summit. General Manager of Quality and Safety, Sean Mutchmor attended the National Digital Health Workforce and Education Summit in Sydney this week. -
Five reasons you should join ACRRM today
Nov 20, 2019Here at ACRRM, we’re committed to making a positive difference to our members. Whether you’re based in the tropics, the bush, the outback or the highlands, your ACRRM membership comes with the opportunities to contribute to College policy and projects. -
Better clinical decisions with My Health Record
Nov 20, 2019With more than 22 million Australians now possessing a My Health Record, a new guide to support use of the system in hospital emergency departments is now available for download. -
Accreditation and re-accreditation of GPMHSC skills training activities for the 2020-22 triennium
Nov 20, 2019Training providers now have the opportunity to accredit or reaccredit their skills training activities for the 2020–22 CPD triennium. -
ACRRM recognises climate change as a rural health emergency
Nov 20, 2019The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) acknowledges the substantive evidence that indicates the impacts of climate change are creating a global health emergency, particularly in rural and remote communities. -
My Health Record Collated Medicines information now available
Nov 15, 2019In a recent webinar, ACRRM President Dr Ewen McPhee, A/Prof Christopher Pearce and Dr Tony Lembke discussed the value in My Health Record (MHR). Participants engaged in a lively discussion and expressed great interest in the medicine's information available. -
Advice for approved pharmacists supplying PBS medicines to patients in areas affected by Queensland and NSW Bushfires
Nov 14, 2019The Department of Health has issued emergency advice to pharmacists in areas affected by the ongoing bushfire crisis. Pharmacists should note that the following arrangements apply in areas that have been affected by the Queensland and NSW Bushfires. -
Dr Louis Peachey delivers the AMAQ Bancroft Oration
Nov 14, 2019It was a privilege to hear Dr Louis Peachey present as invited speaker at the AMA Queensland Dr Joseph Bancroft Oration last week. -
JOINT STATEMENT: "Medical decisions should be made by medical professionals" - Alliance of medical authorities appeals to Parliament to save Medevac
Nov 13, 2019The presidents of leading medical colleges across Australia are appealing to the Senate to maintain the Medevac legislation and the Independent Health Advice Panel (IHAP) process. -
JOINT STATEMENT: Leading medical groups disappointed in Medevac inquiry report recommendation
Nov 13, 2019The presidents of leading medical colleges across Australia are disappointed in the report from the government-led Senate Inquiry that recommends the repeal of the Medevac legislation and removal of the Independent Health Advice Panel (IHAP) process. -
Introducing Connect@ACRRM, our exclusive members-only online community
Nov 7, 2019We are pleased to announce our latest member benefit, coming to all members December 2019. Connect@ACRRM is an online community connecting rural generalists across the country.