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ACRRM's reaffirmed AMC accreditation marks 10 years as accredited general practice college
Feb 15, 2018The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) has been advised by the Australian Medical Council (AMC) that our full accreditation status as a medical specialist college has been reaffirmed until 2022. -
First step toward national framework for Rural Generalist Pathway
Feb 9, 2018The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is pleased to support the Collingrove announcement as a first key step toward a national framework to recognise and support Rural Generalist training. -
Getting Closing the Gap back on track
Feb 8, 2018The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) as a member of the Close the Gap Steering Committee supports the steps outlined in its Ten-Year Review, released this morning at its parliamentary breakfast. -
Nominations open for new Rural Community/Consumer Board Director position at the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine
Feb 6, 2018The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is strengthening its commitment to improving health outcomes in rural and remote communities by inviting nominations for a Rural Community/Consumer Director on the College Board. -
Codeine changes start today
Jan 31, 2018The Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA), Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), CRANA Plus and the National Rural Health Alliance (NRHA) have collaborated to develop resources to prepare rural medical practitioners for the prescribing requirements for low dose codeine. -
ACRRM President welcomes continued Metalyse PBS listing; drug "saved her husband's life"
Jan 25, 2018In a win for rural communities across Australia, the Department of Health this week confirmed the drug Tenecteplase, commonly known as Metalyse, will remain on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). -
ACRRM congratulates Bridget McKenzie, new Minister for Sport, Rural Health and Regional Communications
Dec 19, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (the College) has welcomed the news that Victorian Nationals MP Bridget McKenzie will enter the federal cabinet as Minister for Sport, Rural Health and Regional Communications. -
After-hours announcement welcomed by rural medical college
Dec 19, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (the College) has welcomed the Federal Governments acknowledgement of the unique needs and circumstances of rural and remote medical practitioners and the communities they serve in today’s announcements regarding MBS rebates for after-hours services. -
States "not a sideline act" in national rural doctor recruitment effort
Dec 6, 2017The support of state governments in keeping rural hospital services open will be crucial to the success of the Federal Government's National Rural Generalist Pathway - and in delivering more of the next generation of doctors with advanced skills to the bush - Australia's peak rural medical bodies have warned. -
ACRRM urges ongoing consultation after Medical Board of Australia announces Professional Performance Framework
Nov 29, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) applauds the Medical Board of Australia (MBA) for the measured and responsive development process used to create the new MBA Professional Performance Framework. -
ACRRM highlights need for Rural Doctors' Family and Domestic Violence Education Package this White Ribbon Day
Nov 24, 2017This White Ribbon Day, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) reaffirms its commitment to improving the health outcomes of all Australian’s through the launch of the Rural Doctors’ Family and Domestic Violence Education Package. -
Federal Health Minister announces change to delivery of Australian General Practice Training pathway from 2022
Oct 30, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) has welcomed the announcement by The Hon Greg Hunt MP for ACRRM to be the lead general practice training organisation responsible for the Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) pathway from January 2022. -
ACRRM welcomes support to address rural and remote opioid addiction
Oct 30, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) has welcomed the announcement by the Hon Greg Hunt MP, that funding will be provided to enable the College to work in partnership with the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) and CRANAplus to develop and deliver a range of resources to support and educate rural and remote health practitioners and their patients about the rescheduling of codeine. -
ACRRM welcomes announcement of Rural Health Commissioner, Prof Paul Worley
Oct 21, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) has today welcomed the news of Prof Paul Worley's appointment as the first National Rural Health Commissioner. -
Rural doctors awarded for service to the profession
Oct 21, 2017The Awards Ceremony, held at the Rural Medicine Australia Conference in Melbourne, saw eight rural doctors awarded prizes from College in honour of their service to the profession. -
ACRRM voices support for marriage equality
Oct 1, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) has today voiced its support for marriage equality, reaffirming diversity and inclusion statements from current College policy. -
ACRRM acknowledges the importance of language this NAIDOC Week
Jun 30, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) welcomes the opportunity to acknowledge NAIDOC Week, a significant annual event that celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. -
Rural doctors welcome re-start on National Maternity Services Framework
Jun 28, 2017The Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) and Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) have strongly welcomed agreement by the Australian Health Ministers' Advisory Council (AHMAC) to start afresh on the development of an important Framework that will guide future maternity care policy in Australia. -
Impact of climate change on rural health and mental health: key stream at peak rural doctor conference
Jun 28, 2017The significant impact that climate change is already having on rural and remote communities, and particularly the health and mental health of those who live there, will be one of three key program streams at the peak Rural Medicine Australia (RMA17) conference, to be held from 19-21 October 2017 in Melbourne. -
ACRRM welcomes passing of National Rural Health Commissioner Bill
Jun 16, 2017The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine today welcomes news of the passing of the National Rural Health Commissioner Bill, which progressed through the Senate yesterday.