EduCARE: GP Orientation

What is it?
The aim of the Orientation Weekend is to introduce recently arrived International Medical Graduates (IMGs) to Australian medical practice. Please click here for program guide

The objectives are:

  1. Improve knowledge of aboriginal health issues and cultural safety for GP's. 

  2. Identify strategies to achieve successful self-management skills and work/life balance.

  3. Develop strategies to ensure effective communication skills for living and working in Australia.

  4. Improve knowledge of the services of the Rural Doctors Workforce Agency and Fellowship support.

  5. Increase knowledge of sexual and cross cultural health for women in a primary care setting.

  6. Increase patient safety through identification of best practice guidelines around effective history taking and documentation.

When is it?   
10 - 11 July 2010



Where is it? 
TBC



Who can apply?
This program is open to IMGs who have arrived in Australia in the past 12 months.



Is it registered with RACGP or ACRRM?
The Orientation Weekend is recognised by the RACGP QA & CPD and ACRRM PDP Programs (point allocation is not guaranteed and is subject to review by RACGP and ACRRM).



How much?
The Orientation Weekend is fully funded by the Rural Doctors Workforce Agency through the State Department of Health.



Accommodation is provided by the RDWA for the doctor and their spouse for two nights (Friday and Saturday), as well as breakfast. Some costs may be incurred by the doctor for accommodation and breakfast for children.



Doctors can claim their travel through the CPD subsidy.



How to Register?
For further information or to register your interest, please complete the Registration of Interest form



 
For more information please contact:
Sandy Hammat or Deborah Kalei
Ph: +61 8 8234 8277
Email: Sandy.Hammat@ruraldoc.com.au
Deborah.Kalei@ruraldoc.com.au