Across Australia, our Rural Generalists are making a meaningful impact in their communities, shaping stronger healthcare systems, and forging diverse and inspiring career paths. Many ACRRM members have also been recognised nationally, receiving awards for their leadership, dedication, and contribution to rural and remote medicine.
Explore our collection of member stories to discover the real experiences behind rural generalism - the challenges, the rewards, and the journeys that define our College.
If you’re an ACRRM Rural Generalist and would like to share your story, we’d love to hear from you. Contact us at communications@acrrm.org.au.
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Recognised as being a strong patient advocate who strives for a high standard of care across healthcare services, and for inspiring junior doctors, his commitment has benefited the East Arnhem Land community both from his presence, practice, and influence in the industry.
Dr Briceno would like to influence NT and national policy to further strengthen rural generalism and improve the health of Australians living in remote locations, particularly Aboriginal Australians.
More recently, Dr Briceno has worked closely with ACRRM to formally develop the NT Rural Generalist (RG) Pathway to expand the remote workforce in the NT over the longer term.
Dr Briceno received an Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) 2022 Distinguished Service Award for his significant contribution to rural and remote medicine and general service to the community.
What does rural generalism mean to you?
"Rural generalism allows us to practice medicine aligned to the needs of your community, culturally, respectfully and in a patient-centred way. Educating young RGs through the College is something I am deeply passionate about."
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Photos of Dr Marco Briceno
