The Rural Clinical School of WA in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia | Medical school

The Rural Clinical School of WA

Locality: Kalgoorlie, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9022 5666

Address: 33-37 Maritana Street 6430 Kalgoorlie, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.rcs.uwa.edu.au

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25.01.2022 With exams now behind you, now is the time to think about the future! Do you have a burning question about what a rural GP career looks like or maybe you'd like to know what it's like to live and work in a rural or remote community? This webinar, hosted by Rural Doctors Association Australia and RACGP will cover everything you'd like to know about rural general practice that you haven't been able to ask.... WHEN: 4pm, Wednesday 2 December 2020 Register at https://racgp.zoom.us/we/register/WN_B51yYftUQAijWhudznf8Pw

25.01.2022 New trainee doctors welcomed to the bush With a new cohort of young doctors taking up positions across the country, the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) is encouraging more of them to try postings in the bush. Dr Megan Belot, RDAA President-Elect, said that it is always exciting to see doctors moving into new training positions, and she’d encourage them to consider rural rotations throughout their training years.... We welcome the cohort of interns and resident medical officers taking up their new positions, Dr Belot said. Training years are a wonderful opportunity to try new things: not just fields of medicine but locations too. No matter what area of medicine you end up in, or where you end up practising, spending some time in rural medicine will make you a better doctor. For some it helps them to gain a better understanding of the challenges faced by rural patients when they are referred on to city specialists or care. For others they will leave with a better understanding of both the limitations on doctors practising in the bush, as well as their exceptional skills and clinical ability. And for others they will find their calling in the truly rewarding, interesting, challenging and ever-changing practice of rural medicine, as well as the joys of living in a rural community. RDAA will be calling for an increase in the number of Commonwealth supported training positions as part of the Rural Junior Doctor Training Innovation Fund (RJDTIF). We are excited that this year the RJDTIF will have an additional 50 places for junior doctors to experience a supported placement in a rural setting, Dr Belot said. We will be calling for a significant expansion of this program in the 2021 Budget so that even more doctors will be able to take up this great opportunity. This will be as part of our broader rural medical workforce strategy proposal which is aimed at providing significant improvements and streamlining of the programs and supports available for rural medical training and careers. For people living in rural and remote communities, and the doctors serving them, be kind to your new GP trainees. Make them feel welcome and help support them to have a positive experience. These doctors are the future medical workforce and we want them to choose the fantastic career that rural medicine can offer.

24.01.2022 A group of nearly 300 doctor-mums has released a hauntingly beautiful rendition of Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ to support people during Melbourne’s hard COVID-19 lockdown. The idea for the online choir came from our very own Dr Bek Ledingham from RCSWA-Broome, who was inspired by other online choirs that have sprung up during the pandemic. The idea took hold and Bek raised it with other Australian and New Zealand doctors through her various online support networks, and expre...ssions of interest flooded in. It was mainly for people in Victoria but we are also aware people everywhere are suffering because of border closures and changes to our workplaces. GP registrar Dr Steph Chiu, who also has a musical degree, offered to put together the musical arrangement. Geelong colorectal surgeon Dr Pia Bernardi provided examples of all the vocals so the other doctors could sing along with her, and her musical producer husband produced the backing track. We received 284 submissions. Many were in Victoria because it is something really nice that was not COVID-related that people could put their minds to. We had some musicians and then we had people like me, who just like to sing and get involved. "The important thing about a choir is all voices matter and they don't need to be polished or professional. "Once you sing together it sounds beautiful." Fantastic job Bek - this is just stunning! (Article courtesy of AusDoc.)

24.01.2022 WA Country Health Service is seeking applications from experienced rural generalists to take on a sessional appointment as Director of Clinical Training for the Goldfields. The DCT will be involved in helping to build the foundation for a future National Rural Generalist Pathway. Working closely with the Rural Generalist Pathway Coordination Unit, the DCT will help to identify training opportunities, provide career guidance, mentorship and professional support to aspiring and... current rural generalists in the regions. This is a 0.1FTE appointment with an immediate start. For further information visit https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php

23.01.2022 Congratulations to Dr Lorri Hopkins on receiving the RACGP's Brian Williams Award for her work mentoring the next generation of rural GPs. Lorri wears many hats, working as a GP in Albany, mentoring GP Registrars through the Remote Vocational Training Scheme - RVTS, working for RCSWA as a medical educator and supporting the WA Regional Training Hubs program! She says her focus is on providing those under her guidance with the skills and confidence to become great rural doctor...s. Congratulations Lorri - and thank you from us for all that you do! The Brian Williams Award is presented by RACGP Rural to commemorate the work of Dr Brian Williams, a rural GP and medical educator. Dr Williams was a staunch advocate for rural general practice, rural medical education at all levels, and the need for rural GPs to provide support to their peers in order to advance rural general practice. The aim of this award is to acknowledge medical practitioners whose mentoring and support enables rural GPs to safely dedicate themselves to their patients, their families and their communities.

23.01.2022 RCSWA Narrogin staff and medical students were thrilled for the opportunity to have an informal lunch meeting with Rural Health West leaders Hon. Tuck Waldron (Chair) and Tim Shackleton (CEO) during their Narrogin visit last Friday. It was a tremendous opportunity to showcase our RCSWA training facility within the hospital and for RCSWA-Narrogin students, Sam and Travis, to discuss the extraordinary highlights and challenges they have faced in 2020. We quickly established th...e common theme in the room was 'country origin', a passionate commitment to the wellbeing of local and regional community members, and the significance of a sustainable future medical workforce. "The passion both Tim and Tuck expressed toward supporting rural doctors and their communities was inspiring. "This highlighted to us the need for rural doctors in WA and further encouraged our journey toward becoming rural doctors in the future," said Travis. Tim said it was great to catch up with the RCSWA team and meet a few potential future rural doctors. RCSWA does a fantastic job readying the next generation of doctors to support rural communities. Tuck and I were pleased to meet Travis and Sam, and to catch up with the rest of the Narrogin team. They’ve done a great job navigating the challenges of 2020 and ensuring the medical students have had that really important exposure to rural medicine in a very tricky year. (L-R) - Rural Health West Chair, Hon Tuck Waldron - Senior Medical Practitioner, Dr Peter Maguire - RCSWA-Narrogin student, Travis Papalia - Resident Medical Officer and former RCSWA-Narrogin student, Dr Natasha Dean - RCSWA-Narrogin Academic Services Officer, Robyn Flett - RCSWA-Narrogin Lead Medical Coordinator and John Parry Medical Centre Gp, Dr Rhona Marques - Rural Health West CEO, Tim Shackleton - RCSWA-Narrogin student, Sam Riley

23.01.2022 NOMINATE SOMEONE NOW! There has never been a more important times to celebrate our rural healthcare heroes! The WA Rural Health Awards celebrate the achievements of clinicians caring for communities and making a difference throughout rural WA.... Nominations are now open for the following categories: Rural researcher or educator Clinical leadership GP of the Year Specialist of the Year (non-GP) Rising Star Procedural GP/ DMO of the Year Rural Nurse/Midwife of the Year Metropolitan-based Bush Champion Building Healthy Country Communities People's Choice Visit for more information and to submit a nomination: https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/2021-wa-rural-health/

23.01.2022 Showcase rural WA to the next generation of rural doctors! Hosts and community contacts are needed to support the 2021 intake of John Flynn Placement Program scholars across WA. Hosts provide a place of residence for the JFPP Scholars while on placement. Placements can range from two to four weeks and mainly take place over the summer months or the winter university break. ... In addition to a Host role, a Community Contact provides orientation and ongoing support to Scholars, while assisting them with social and lifestyle aspects of the community. Both Hosts and Community Contacts are key links between the JFPP Scholar and the community. Hosting JFPP Scholars is an opportunity to showcase the rural community that you call home and the benefits of living in rural Australia. Your participation as a Host and/or Community Contact in the JFPP, will encourage medical students to return to rural communities as medical practitioners in the future. If you are interested, visit https://www.jfpp.com.au/community or contact [email protected] to express your interest!

22.01.2022 Don’t forget to grab your tix to the Curtin Rural Outreach Health Club - CROHC annual rural health dinner! Hands up if you’re going!

21.01.2022 Merry Christmas to our RCSWA family and friends. May your day be full of laughter, your arms wrapped around family and friends, your stomachs filled with good food, and your hearts (metaphorically) grow with joy.

21.01.2022 ATTENTION AVID PHOTOGRAPHERS The annual RCSWA photo comp closes next week! Now is the time to go through your photos from the past few months and submit your entries. The theme this year is LOCKDOWN IN A PANDEMIC. ... You are encouraged to be creative with your photos and ham it up we don’t want all serious, sensible photos. The winning entry will adorn the cover of the 2020 RCSWA diary and 14 other photos will be used in the 2021 RCSWA calendar. ENTRIES CLOSE: 5pm, Friday 16 October 2020. Entries can be uploaded to https://photocomp.rcswa.edu.au PS - You will need a consent form signed from every person in your photos! : : Caleb Kim

20.01.2022 "Remote women are nearly twice as likely to give birth prematurely." Every year in Australia, 26,000 babies are born prematurely. The experience, often unexpected, can hit parents hard. While medical advances have significantly improved outcomes, babies who survive premature birth can face a lifetime of complications such as cerebral palsy, learning difficulties, visual, hearing and behavioural problems and increased risk of diabetes, cardiovascular and renal disease.... National Rural Health Commissioner Associate Professor Ruth Stewart is on a mission to change that, and she has been making headway from her remote home on Thursday Island in the Torres Strait. https://www.abc.net.au//ruth-stewart-premature-bi/12885884

20.01.2022 Back in 2017, Dr Rachel Currie and Dr Natasha Dean were medical students from The University of Western Australia undertaking their third year of medical school at The Rural Clinical School of WA in Narrogin. This year, both returned to Narrogin as fully fledged doctors completing rural terms as part of their junior doctor training. Growing up in the city, Rachel said she was keen to experience country life as both parents had completed rural stints as part of their career d...Continue reading

19.01.2022 Have you registered yet? Junior Medical Officers of the Great Southern (JMOGS), Rural Doctors Association of Western Australia and RCSWA present: Great Southern Sundowner: Smashing Silos in Medicine... Join us for a relaxed networking evening for doctors in training to explore the careers in rural medicine in the Great Southern. 5PM-7PM, SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER 2020 ALBANY SURF LIFESAVING CLUB 4 FLINDERS PARADE, MIDDLETON BEACH Food and drinks provided Register your attendance by 9th November via www.trybooking.com/BLCRA

19.01.2022 NEW PODCAST Rural and remote medicine can take you anywhere says Dr Lorraine Anderson in the latest Docography podcast - and with a resume that list roles in New Zealand, Washington DC, Christmas Island, the Pilbara AND the Kimberley, she certainly is a living embodiment of her statement. As a new doctor, Lorraine was attracted to emergency medicine and trauma work, but when she found herself wanting to follow her patients onto the ward to continue their care, she e...xplored general practice - before recognising rural generalism would give her opportunity to pursue both passions. Describing herself as a lifelong learner, Lorraine said working as Medical Director for KAMS this year had provided many opportunities to extend her knowledge. We started the whole pandemic response thinking we were in a good position, because we had a pandemic plan in place, we had pandemics boxes full of PPE that we sent straight out to our clinics - but what we’ve learnt is that is actually just the first week’s worth of work! What follows is many months of teaching people how to respond to a pandemic, how to keep themselves safe, (working out) the logistics of getting people in and out of remote communities while maintaining safety for that community." You can hear more about Lorraine's medical journey and her involvement in KAMS' nation-leading COVID-19 response at: https://anchor.fm//Episode-9--Lorraine-Anderson-/a-a3erjmu

18.01.2022 Rural Doctors Association Australia President Dr John Hall calls for the urgent roll-out of the National Rural Generalist Training Pathway. "Recruitment and retention of rural generalists in country towns is essential to the maintenance of rural hospitals and the services they provide." "The provision of the variety of health services needed in rural communities is a complex challenge and needs tailored solutions."... https://www.farmweekly.com.au//regional-hospital-and-hea/

18.01.2022 BuDDS - Bunbury Doctor to Doctor Support Mentorship Program BuDDS seeks to provide a structured mentoring program for doctors in the greater Bunbury region, promoting a positive, supportive culture within the medical community by linking doctors at various stages of training and beyond to share experiences and provide personal and professional guidance. Would you like to be involved in BuDDS? ... Please contact [email protected] to complete a Mentee/Mentor registration form. Want more information before deciding? For more information including BuDDS structure, confidentiality and how it all works, send an email to [email protected]. A BuDDS Launch Event will be held on 15 July 2021 to meet your fellow BuDDS and be welcomed to the program. : courtesy of Jasmine Begovich

18.01.2022 No-one can argue that 2020 has been an extraordinary year - never has the word 'unprecedented' been used so often, by so many! Take a look back at the year that was!

17.01.2022 Well done Spinrphex for a fantastic Annual Rural Health Dinner! Looking forward to seeing many of these faces at RCSWA and the WA Regional Training Hubs in years to come.

17.01.2022 Parenting is difficult at the best of times and it doesn’t matter what ages your children are, says Dr Rosalind Forward, a GP registrar and mother of two in this great article for the AMA (WA) blog. "As doctors, we have the added challenge and demands from work, with many people suffering from imposter syndrome at some stage during their career. "Achieving work-life balance is hard enough without the additional demands associated with raising a family. ... "Furthermore, for fellow doctors in training (DiTs), the constant pressure to study and prepare for exams makes it even harder for doctor parents." Dr Forward shares some suggestions for supporting the wellbeing of you and your family. https://www.amawa.com.au/blog/medical-parenting/

17.01.2022 There are many opportunities to pursue your medical training in the Kimberley. Working in the region offers true rural generalism where you have an opportunity to do a bit of everything; disease management, acute inpatient care, emergency medicine, Aboriginal health. Health professionals in the region are highly valued by the community and you feel these communities are somewhere you can really make a difference to people's lives.... #destinationrural

16.01.2022 IT'S SURVEY TIME! We are calling for current rural doctors to complete a short survey so that we can understand more about rural intent and the factors that influence decisions to work rurally. Please help us learn more about the rural medical workforce by completing the survey at:... https://uwa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0qWR5Cmt9DYQfIy

15.01.2022 RCSWA is delighted to be a founding partner in this initiative aimed at supporting the retention of health professionals in the Pilbara. The Pilbara Health Professionals Network was launched virtually in April, with face-to-face launches now happening across the region in Newman, Karratha, Hedland and Tom Price. If you are keen to join the network, or want to get along to the remaining launches being held in Hedland (29 Oct) and Tom Price (30 Oct), contact Pilbara Health Pro...fessionals Network coordinator, Monica Hayes at [email protected] https://www.pilbaranews.com.au//health-worker-network-up-n See more

15.01.2022 NEW PODCAST - KALGOORLIE GOLD: THE HISTORY OF RCSWA RCSWA kicked off in Kalgoorlie back on 2002 with 7 students; this year we hosted 101 students across 15 sites. An incredible 1274 medical students have been involved with RCSWA since 2002, with many alumni continuing to have a relationship as medical coordinators or clinical educators.... RCSWA trailblazers Dr Phil Reid, Viv Duggin and Rhonda Worthington were instrumental in getting the first RCSWA site in Kalgoorlie up and running in 2002. While we now can't imagine a medical education system without a rural clinical school year, the fledgling school had its challenges. In this podcast, Phil, Viv and Rhonda share the story of the early days of RCSWA, the resistance they faced, the risks they took - and how they ultimately silenced the critics. https://anchor.fm//Episode-10---Kalgoorlie-Gold--The-histo : Viv Duggin, Dr Campbell Murdoch and Dr Phil Red; Dr Sarah Moore (then Davies) with Rhonda Worthington in the early days of RCSWA in Kalgoorlie

15.01.2022 Jared Watts has a list of achievements befitting someone with many more laps of the sun. As you'll discover listening to him, he has collected them, driven by passion and a love for what he does, rather than tending to his list. He is currently the Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the Kimberley and the A/Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology for the WA Country Health Service. He is a WA Clinical Senator, Regional RANZCOG Councillor, and the national chair for the ACRRM..., RACGP and RANZCOG Joint Committee for GP Obstetrics and Certification. He has completed further studies in public health and tropical medicine and has worked internationally in several low resource settings including Nigeria, Cambodia, Laos and Syria. Jared is passionate about rural medicine and the role of the generalist and the essential part they play in ensuring women have access to high quality clinical care close to their home, family and support networks. Join us as we talk about unexpected career paths, rural Obstetrics, the importance of team work, mentorship and what makes a good leader. Many thanks for taking time to share some of your growing wisdom with us Jared. https://anchor.fm/docography//Episode-3--Jared-Watts-ee8i99

14.01.2022 The southern Wheatbelt is becoming a tourist mecca with border closures encouraging people to get to know our own state a little better. We chatted to RCSWA-Narrogin medical student Travis Papalia, WA Regional Training Hubs project officer Jo Potts and Shire of Narrogin President Leigh Ballard about the tourism boom and why people should visit their beautiful patch of the world! Travis Papalia:... "After growing up in the country, moving to Narrogin felt like moving home. The small community here embraced my colleagues and I from day one, directing us to scrumptious cafes, beautiful spots in nature, like Foxes Lair and Yilliminning Rock, and providing us with remarkable clinical opportunities. "At only a 2-hour drive from Perth, experiencing what the southern wheatbelt has to offer has been an unforgettable experience. I don’t think I’ve ever been asked to join so many different sporting clubs, it is truly heart-warming." Shire of Narrogin President, Leigh Ballard: "We are seeing a lot of travellers taking more time to stop in Narrogin and they are visiting our local shops and historical buildings. "With the beautiful woodlands of Dryandra, Yilliminning Rock and Foxes Lair, they are marvelling over the incredibly beautiful array of wildflowers currently in full bloom." WA Regional Training Hubs project officer (and local farmer's wife), Jo Potts: "Living in the Wheatbelt fulfils every aspect of what I consider to be important in my life. It’s an incredibly welcoming community where the staff at the local shops know you on first-name basis. "There are fantastic sporting facilities, stunning seasonal changing landscapes, unexpected hidden gems such as Barna Mia nocturnal sanctuary, frequent visiting artists and our very own monthly farmers markets showcasing locally grown produce and handmade products. "I love running with our kelpie, Jess, most mornings in the fresh country air with no traffic and only the sound of my footsteps and birds happily chirping. It’s my perfect way to start the day!" So why not put Narrogin and Dryandra on your list for a weekend visit - or perhaps event, a permanent stay! #destinationrural #wanderoutyonder #choosecountry : Travis at Dryandra Village playground | Jo Potts and running buddy, Jess | thriving canola crop | aerial view of Potts farm. https://www.facebook.com/728505747215994/posts/3577369105662963/?extid=0&d=n

14.01.2022 What keeps IMGs in rural areas after their 10-year moratorium? Some overseas-trained GPs move to major cities after their mandatory rural work, but others stay on and put down roots. RACGP explores what makes people stay?... https://www1.racgp.org.au//what-keeps-overseas-trained-gps

12.01.2022 We recently chatted to medical student Isaiah Kamid, who will be spending 2021 at RCSWA-Kalgoorlie. With a background playing rugby at a national level, a work history on the mines and the wharves, and time on the tools in carpentry, Isaiah isn’t your typical medical student. I really only stayed on for year 11 and 12, so that I could play rugby in the national youth competition in the school boys team.... ATAR and university weren't really put forward as options for Indigenous students at my school in Darwin; the teachers encouraged us to either pursue professional sport or take up a trade. Isaiah had aspirations to play for Western Force when a serious knee injury sidelined his sporting career. I worked a few different trade jobs before getting into carpentry, but then I had another injury a nail through my finger courtesy of a nail gun and my grandparents encouraged me to return to study. I enrolled in an enabling course at Curtin University and scored a 95 ATAR, which opened up a huge range of options for me to consider. Spending time with his Nan, who worked in hospitals in Port Hedland and Broome, Isaiah was struck by the gratitude people showed towards health professionals. It showed me just how much doctors and nurses and other health professionals can do for others. I always enjoyed the sciences and learning about the body, and my family had endured so many illnesses and injuries; I wanted to learn more and help people, and so those things together really drew me to medicine. Isaiah is currently in his third year of medicine at Curtin University and will spend his fourth year studying at RCSWA- Kalgoorlie. Medicine is pretty full-on. You really rely on your classmates and it takes a lot of dedication and effort; so in some respects it is quite similar to playing high-level rugby! I’m really looking forward to spending next year in Kalgoorlie. Growing up in the country, I really like the vibe of country towns and city life makes me anxious, so I’m looking forward to returning to a slower pace of life. With my sporting background and knee injury, I had originally thought I might work in orthopaedics but now I’m leaning more towards general practice or rural generalism with a sports focus. Rural doctors experience such a different type of medicine and have much more impact on people’s lives. I feel that they really support patients on a health journey. I want to help close the gap in Indigenous health and to work with patients alongside them on their health journey not just see them once or twice and send them on their way. For me studying hasn’t just taught me about being a doctor, but also about all the options that are available to help people. So I’m happy for medicine to lead me wherever it chooses.

12.01.2022 We have two exciting opportunities to join our team in 2021! Senior Lecturer - Indigenous Education | Kalgoorlie | Full or part-time Senior Lecturer - Medical Coordinator | Karratha | Part-time... Applications close midnight Friday 29 January 2021. Read more: Senior Lecturer: https://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/cw/en/job/506133 Medical Coordinator: https://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/cw/en/job/506152

12.01.2022 Welcome to the RCSWA family #RCSWA2021 students! Get set for the "best year of your medical career". We will be sharing some more pics and comments from this morning's orientation, so stay tuned.... #destinationrural Rural Doctors Association of Western Australia Rural Doctors Association Australia Spinrphex Curtin Rural Outreach Health Club - CROHC Curtin University The University of Notre Dame Australia The University of Western Australia Medical Education Unit - WA Country Health Service Rural Health West WA Country Health Service Western Australian General Practice Education and Training - WAGPET

10.01.2022 Farewelling 2020 in style, the Bunbury Doctors in Training Society (BDiTS) recently marked the end of a rollercoaster year with a stunning cocktail evening at the Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury. BDiTS Secretary Dr Fiona Spencer said the evening was a fantastic opportunity for the local medical practitioners, junior doctors and medical students to come together to celebrate their individual and collective successes. "2020 posed many challenges and we were fortunate to ha...ve strong support and leadership to make the year not only incredibly memorable, but also extremely valuable and rewarding," Fiona said. "We are extremely grateful for sponsorship support from The Rural Clinical School of WA - Regional Training Hubs to enable us to have this significant celebration." If you are keen to join the BDiT Society please contact Fiona via [email protected] #destinationrural

08.01.2022 There is a lot to love about working in rural medicine. Experience a broad range of medicine, a strong sense of comraderie and healthy work-life balance!

07.01.2022 NEW PODCAST Dr Jonathan Ramachenderan will tell you that he has the best job in Albany. Working as a Senior Medical Practitioner in Palliative Care and as a GP Anaesthetist, Jonathan balances the fast and slow of medicine whilst living in the stunning Great Southern. ... Jonathan writes a blog, The Healthy GP, and is passionate about intentional self-care for all health professionals. In this podcast, Jonathan chats to Dr Bek Ledingham about the need to build self-care into your daily, weekly and monthly routines; battling perfectionism; self-compassion; the role of spirituality in his life; and prioritising his marriage to wife Kylie. Thank you Jonathan for being so open and sharing your insights. https://anchor.fm//Episode-11--Jonathan-Ramachenderan-enna

05.01.2022 Call for abstracts now open Rural Health West is seeking abstracts for the 2021 Aboriginal Health Conference to be held in November. The 2021 Aboriginal Health Conference will celebrate culture, strengths and successes in indigenous health a time to reflect on achievements so far and how we can address the challenges. ... This is a great opportunity to share your work and/or research in the following areas of Aboriginal health: Mental Health Quality improvement - interrogating data for the benefit of Aboriginal people and their communities Environmental Health Chronic Disease with a focus on palliative care, voluntary assisted dying and end of life Early intervention with a focus on child health, chest, ear and skin Aboriginal people, students, researchers and educators are encouraged to submit. Closing date for abstract submission is Monday 19 July. For more information visit the conference website or contact the Rural Health West Events Team on 08 6389 4500 or [email protected]

04.01.2022 5 Minutes with RCSWA Warren-Blackwood Academic Services Officer, Toni Pantou Toni Pantou is Academic Services Officer at our newest site RCSWA Warren-Blackwood. A long-time local, Toni is the lynchpin of the site acting as the main contact point for students, coordinating their clinical time, and ensuring the students complete their assessments....Continue reading

03.01.2022 Have you registered to attend the in-person launches of the Pilbara Health Professionals Network? These events are great opportunities to get to know other health professionals in the region and learn more about how the network can support you! Launches are being held:... - Newman | 22 October - Karratha | 28 October - Port Hedland | 29 October - Tom Price | 30 October RSVP at https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com//phpn/Site/Register or email [email protected] The Pilbara Health Professionals Network has been developed by a collective of like-minded health agencies, including Rural Health West, WA Country Health Service, WA Primary Health Alliance, The Rural Clinical School of WA and WA Centre for Rural Health.

01.01.2022 CAREER SPOTLIGHT Have you ever wondered what it would be like to become a rural GP? Heard of ‘advanced skills’, but not too sure what that involves? Tune into the RACGP ‘Become a Rural GP Webinar’ on June 30th at 7:30pm AEST on Choosing Advanced Rural Skills!... This is the third instalment of the series, with the first two episodes - Everything Rural GP and Aboriginal and Remote Health Opportunities available on-demand on the RACGP website. Save the dates for upcoming episodes In Conversation with Rural Generalists on August 31st, and Emergency Medicine Skills on September 22nd! Click the link below to head across and check this out! https://www.racgp.org.au/online-events/search-events...