The RACP
@theracp.bsky.social
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians connects, trains, and represents over 30,000 medical specialists and trainee specialists from 33 different specialties in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
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On 21 October, 346 candidates sat the Divisional Written Examination across 18 locations. The commitment required is significant, and we acknowledge the effort each of you has invested at this stage of your training. Results will be released after 3pm on Thursday, 20 November 2025.
November 14, 2025 at 3:43 AM
On 21 October, 346 candidates sat the Divisional Written Examination across 18 locations. The commitment required is significant, and we acknowledge the effort each of you has invested at this stage of your training. Results will be released after 3pm on Thursday, 20 November 2025.
We call on Australian & Aotearoa New Zealand governments to prioritise the health and wellbeing of communities by supporting strong action to urgently reduce fossil fuels extraction and use during #COP30 negotiations.
#ClimateHealth #PublicHealth #renewableenergy #ClimateAction
#ClimateHealth #PublicHealth #renewableenergy #ClimateAction
November 13, 2025 at 6:14 AM
We call on Australian & Aotearoa New Zealand governments to prioritise the health and wellbeing of communities by supporting strong action to urgently reduce fossil fuels extraction and use during #COP30 negotiations.
#ClimateHealth #PublicHealth #renewableenergy #ClimateAction
#ClimateHealth #PublicHealth #renewableenergy #ClimateAction
We are concerned by reforms re 14-year-old #children tried as adults. We urge the @vicgovernment.bsky.social to invest in #paediatric and #mentalhealth services, trauma-informed care and community supports. Addressing #healthcare needs will deliver better outcomes: bit.ly/4pb5oPZ
November 13, 2025 at 3:55 AM
We are concerned by reforms re 14-year-old #children tried as adults. We urge the @vicgovernment.bsky.social to invest in #paediatric and #mentalhealth services, trauma-informed care and community supports. Addressing #healthcare needs will deliver better outcomes: bit.ly/4pb5oPZ
AI in healthcare: are you using it yet?
You can now access the recording and download the summary sheet of our first Evolve AI webinar: www.racp.edu.au/evolve/resou...
Want to dive deeper? Register for the series: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
You can now access the recording and download the summary sheet of our first Evolve AI webinar: www.racp.edu.au/evolve/resou...
Want to dive deeper? Register for the series: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
November 10, 2025 at 5:22 AM
AI in healthcare: are you using it yet?
You can now access the recording and download the summary sheet of our first Evolve AI webinar: www.racp.edu.au/evolve/resou...
Want to dive deeper? Register for the series: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
You can now access the recording and download the summary sheet of our first Evolve AI webinar: www.racp.edu.au/evolve/resou...
Want to dive deeper? Register for the series: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
RACP Fellows, trainees and stakeholders in training are invited to share feedback on the proposed draft learning, teaching and assessment programs for the new Advanced Training in General Paediatrics curriculum.
www.surveymonkey.com/r/GenPaedsLTA
FIND OUT MORE: www.racp.edu.au/trainees/adv...
www.surveymonkey.com/r/GenPaedsLTA
FIND OUT MORE: www.racp.edu.au/trainees/adv...
November 6, 2025 at 3:14 AM
RACP Fellows, trainees and stakeholders in training are invited to share feedback on the proposed draft learning, teaching and assessment programs for the new Advanced Training in General Paediatrics curriculum.
www.surveymonkey.com/r/GenPaedsLTA
FIND OUT MORE: www.racp.edu.au/trainees/adv...
www.surveymonkey.com/r/GenPaedsLTA
FIND OUT MORE: www.racp.edu.au/trainees/adv...
In the most recent #RACP Pomegranate Health episode, Professor Michael Woodward and Dr Chrys Pulle discuss the rollout of amyloid-targeting therapy for patients with #Alzeheimers #dementia.
LISTEN NOW: www.racp.edu.au/pomegranate/...
#gerontology #podcast #pomegranatehealth
LISTEN NOW: www.racp.edu.au/pomegranate/...
#gerontology #podcast #pomegranatehealth
November 3, 2025 at 1:22 AM
In the most recent #RACP Pomegranate Health episode, Professor Michael Woodward and Dr Chrys Pulle discuss the rollout of amyloid-targeting therapy for patients with #Alzeheimers #dementia.
LISTEN NOW: www.racp.edu.au/pomegranate/...
#gerontology #podcast #pomegranatehealth
LISTEN NOW: www.racp.edu.au/pomegranate/...
#gerontology #podcast #pomegranatehealth
From 1 Nov, physicians will have new MBS telehealth telephone items, allowing longer, more complex consultations by phone for ongoing patients, especially those who can’t attend in person or via video
Factsheet: www.mbsonline.gov.au/internet/mbs...
RACP media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
Factsheet: www.mbsonline.gov.au/internet/mbs...
RACP media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
October 31, 2025 at 4:42 AM
From 1 Nov, physicians will have new MBS telehealth telephone items, allowing longer, more complex consultations by phone for ongoing patients, especially those who can’t attend in person or via video
Factsheet: www.mbsonline.gov.au/internet/mbs...
RACP media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
Factsheet: www.mbsonline.gov.au/internet/mbs...
RACP media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
“Time and again, I try to give my patients video consultations, and the video drops out" says Associate Professor Steer. There's now a big win for equitable care: From 1 November, Medicare will restore 9 specialist phone consult items.
www.ausdoc.com.au/news/theyre-...
www.ausdoc.com.au/news/theyre-...
October 22, 2025 at 12:11 AM
“Time and again, I try to give my patients video consultations, and the video drops out" says Associate Professor Steer. There's now a big win for equitable care: From 1 November, Medicare will restore 9 specialist phone consult items.
www.ausdoc.com.au/news/theyre-...
www.ausdoc.com.au/news/theyre-...
Interested in developing practical leadership skills for your career?
RACP members are invited to join us for the Adult Medicine Division Leadership and Management Workshop, held on 15–16 Whiringa-ā-rangi | 15-16 November 2025 in Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington.
racp.eventsair.com/amd-leadersh...
RACP members are invited to join us for the Adult Medicine Division Leadership and Management Workshop, held on 15–16 Whiringa-ā-rangi | 15-16 November 2025 in Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington.
racp.eventsair.com/amd-leadersh...
October 21, 2025 at 6:05 AM
Interested in developing practical leadership skills for your career?
RACP members are invited to join us for the Adult Medicine Division Leadership and Management Workshop, held on 15–16 Whiringa-ā-rangi | 15-16 November 2025 in Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington.
racp.eventsair.com/amd-leadersh...
RACP members are invited to join us for the Adult Medicine Division Leadership and Management Workshop, held on 15–16 Whiringa-ā-rangi | 15-16 November 2025 in Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington.
racp.eventsair.com/amd-leadersh...
Safety starts with identifying hazards – every job, every day. This #NationalSafeWorkMonth, let’s protect those who care for us most. Healthcare workers face some of the highest rates of harm and burnout. Let’s make every workplace safe.
www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/
www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/
October 21, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Safety starts with identifying hazards – every job, every day. This #NationalSafeWorkMonth, let’s protect those who care for us most. Healthcare workers face some of the highest rates of harm and burnout. Let’s make every workplace safe.
www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/
www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/
The second Qld death linked to a novel #nitazene highlights the growing dangers of unknown substances in the illicit drug supply. With these potent synthetic opioids emerging, it’s time to reconsider #PillTesting and other harm reduction measures to help save lives.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...
October 16, 2025 at 6:17 AM
The second Qld death linked to a novel #nitazene highlights the growing dangers of unknown substances in the illicit drug supply. With these potent synthetic opioids emerging, it’s time to reconsider #PillTesting and other harm reduction measures to help save lives.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...
Our recent feedback on ACSQHC's revised national model for clinical governance urges centring of physician workforce wellbeing and safe supervision, as well as incentivisation of high-quality integrated physician care in clinical governance processes.
www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
October 13, 2025 at 5:38 AM
Our recent feedback on ACSQHC's revised national model for clinical governance urges centring of physician workforce wellbeing and safe supervision, as well as incentivisation of high-quality integrated physician care in clinical governance processes.
www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
NSW Govt is investing $5.4m in Mentally Healthy Workplaces Australia – a new national centre to tackle workplace psychological health and safety.
✅Evidence-based programs
✅Stronger protections
✅Better return-to-work outcomes
🔗 www.nsw.gov.au/ministerial-...
🔗 www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
✅Evidence-based programs
✅Stronger protections
✅Better return-to-work outcomes
🔗 www.nsw.gov.au/ministerial-...
🔗 www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
September 24, 2025 at 7:08 AM
NSW Govt is investing $5.4m in Mentally Healthy Workplaces Australia – a new national centre to tackle workplace psychological health and safety.
✅Evidence-based programs
✅Stronger protections
✅Better return-to-work outcomes
🔗 www.nsw.gov.au/ministerial-...
🔗 www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
✅Evidence-based programs
✅Stronger protections
✅Better return-to-work outcomes
🔗 www.nsw.gov.au/ministerial-...
🔗 www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
Final weeks to have your say
The Medical Training Survey closes 8 October. RACP trainees & OPTs on the specialist pathway – share what’s working (and what’s not) in your training.
✔ Shape the future
✔ Highlight what matters
✔ Drive change
🔗 MedicalTrainingSurvey.gov.au
The Medical Training Survey closes 8 October. RACP trainees & OPTs on the specialist pathway – share what’s working (and what’s not) in your training.
✔ Shape the future
✔ Highlight what matters
✔ Drive change
🔗 MedicalTrainingSurvey.gov.au
September 22, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Final weeks to have your say
The Medical Training Survey closes 8 October. RACP trainees & OPTs on the specialist pathway – share what’s working (and what’s not) in your training.
✔ Shape the future
✔ Highlight what matters
✔ Drive change
🔗 MedicalTrainingSurvey.gov.au
The Medical Training Survey closes 8 October. RACP trainees & OPTs on the specialist pathway – share what’s working (and what’s not) in your training.
✔ Shape the future
✔ Highlight what matters
✔ Drive change
🔗 MedicalTrainingSurvey.gov.au
The RACP is calling for urgent national action to address the challenges faced by thousands of Australians living with ADHD. This was supported at today's Health Ministers Meeting.
🔗Media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
🔗Communiqué: www.health.gov.au/resources/pu...
🔗Media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
🔗Communiqué: www.health.gov.au/resources/pu...
September 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The RACP is calling for urgent national action to address the challenges faced by thousands of Australians living with ADHD. This was supported at today's Health Ministers Meeting.
🔗Media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
🔗Communiqué: www.health.gov.au/resources/pu...
🔗Media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
🔗Communiqué: www.health.gov.au/resources/pu...
RACP trainees in Aotearoa New Zealand, please complete MCNZ's Torohia survey to:
✔ share what’s working (and what’s not)
✔ make your voice heard on the issues that matter to you
✔ shape the future of physician training
MCNZ sent your unique survey link on 18 August.
Find out more: www.torohia.org.nz
✔ share what’s working (and what’s not)
✔ make your voice heard on the issues that matter to you
✔ shape the future of physician training
MCNZ sent your unique survey link on 18 August.
Find out more: www.torohia.org.nz
September 9, 2025 at 8:55 AM
RACP trainees in Aotearoa New Zealand, please complete MCNZ's Torohia survey to:
✔ share what’s working (and what’s not)
✔ make your voice heard on the issues that matter to you
✔ shape the future of physician training
MCNZ sent your unique survey link on 18 August.
Find out more: www.torohia.org.nz
✔ share what’s working (and what’s not)
✔ make your voice heard on the issues that matter to you
✔ shape the future of physician training
MCNZ sent your unique survey link on 18 August.
Find out more: www.torohia.org.nz
📢 Advocacy win for our members: from 1 Nov 2025, physicians will have 3 new MBS telephone items for subsequent consultations, supporting continuity of care and patient access.
ℹ️ More info coming soon: www.mbsonline.gov.au
ℹ️ More info coming soon: www.mbsonline.gov.au
September 4, 2025 at 5:33 AM
📢 Advocacy win for our members: from 1 Nov 2025, physicians will have 3 new MBS telephone items for subsequent consultations, supporting continuity of care and patient access.
ℹ️ More info coming soon: www.mbsonline.gov.au
ℹ️ More info coming soon: www.mbsonline.gov.au
Acute kidney injury is a serious risk of aminoglycoside use. #RACPevolve advises:
✅ Avoid multiple daily doses in patients with stable kidney function
✅ A single daily dose = effective care with less toxicity
www.racp.edu.au/evolve/recom...
✅ Avoid multiple daily doses in patients with stable kidney function
✅ A single daily dose = effective care with less toxicity
www.racp.edu.au/evolve/recom...
September 3, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Acute kidney injury is a serious risk of aminoglycoside use. #RACPevolve advises:
✅ Avoid multiple daily doses in patients with stable kidney function
✅ A single daily dose = effective care with less toxicity
www.racp.edu.au/evolve/recom...
✅ Avoid multiple daily doses in patients with stable kidney function
✅ A single daily dose = effective care with less toxicity
www.racp.edu.au/evolve/recom...
This World Sexual Health Day (4 Sept), we're reminded that sexual justice is the foundation of health, dignity, and equality. We remind you to register for the Joint HIV&AIDS and ASRH Conferences in Adelaide, 15–18 Sept.
🔗 www.hivsrh.conference.org.au
🔗 www.hivsrh.conference.org.au
September 2, 2025 at 3:01 AM
This World Sexual Health Day (4 Sept), we're reminded that sexual justice is the foundation of health, dignity, and equality. We remind you to register for the Joint HIV&AIDS and ASRH Conferences in Adelaide, 15–18 Sept.
🔗 www.hivsrh.conference.org.au
🔗 www.hivsrh.conference.org.au
One week to go until the MCNZ’s first annual Torohia survey closes 8 September 2025.
RACP trainees in Aotearoa – participate to:
✔ Shape physician training
✔ Share what’s working (and what’s not)
✔ Drive change
Check your inbox for your unique survey link (MCNZ sent on 18 Aug)
🔗 www.torohia.org.nz
RACP trainees in Aotearoa – participate to:
✔ Shape physician training
✔ Share what’s working (and what’s not)
✔ Drive change
Check your inbox for your unique survey link (MCNZ sent on 18 Aug)
🔗 www.torohia.org.nz
September 1, 2025 at 6:46 AM
One week to go until the MCNZ’s first annual Torohia survey closes 8 September 2025.
RACP trainees in Aotearoa – participate to:
✔ Shape physician training
✔ Share what’s working (and what’s not)
✔ Drive change
Check your inbox for your unique survey link (MCNZ sent on 18 Aug)
🔗 www.torohia.org.nz
RACP trainees in Aotearoa – participate to:
✔ Shape physician training
✔ Share what’s working (and what’s not)
✔ Drive change
Check your inbox for your unique survey link (MCNZ sent on 18 Aug)
🔗 www.torohia.org.nz
In our Evolve webinar series, we'll explore which AI applications are ready for adoption and how you can use it to enhance patient-centred care. Find out about how AI can support your professional wellbeing and the sustainability of our healthcare systems.
racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
September 1, 2025 at 2:42 AM
In our Evolve webinar series, we'll explore which AI applications are ready for adoption and how you can use it to enhance patient-centred care. Find out about how AI can support your professional wellbeing and the sustainability of our healthcare systems.
racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
AI is here. Are you ready?
Join RACP Evolve’s three-part webinar series with Professor Ian Scott to learn how AI can enhance patient care, reduce harm, and support physician wellbeing. 📅 Starts 17 September
REGISTER: racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
Join RACP Evolve’s three-part webinar series with Professor Ian Scott to learn how AI can enhance patient care, reduce harm, and support physician wellbeing. 📅 Starts 17 September
REGISTER: racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
September 1, 2025 at 2:39 AM
AI is here. Are you ready?
Join RACP Evolve’s three-part webinar series with Professor Ian Scott to learn how AI can enhance patient care, reduce harm, and support physician wellbeing. 📅 Starts 17 September
REGISTER: racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
Join RACP Evolve’s three-part webinar series with Professor Ian Scott to learn how AI can enhance patient care, reduce harm, and support physician wellbeing. 📅 Starts 17 September
REGISTER: racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
The RACP is proud to appoint Lee Bradfield as Head of Indigenous Affairs – Australia. With 30+ years in health, Lee will lead work to embed Indigenous leadership, equity & cultural safety across the College.
#IndigenousHealth #DeadlyDoctors #RACP
#IndigenousHealth #DeadlyDoctors #RACP
August 20, 2025 at 2:55 AM
The RACP is proud to appoint Lee Bradfield as Head of Indigenous Affairs – Australia. With 30+ years in health, Lee will lead work to embed Indigenous leadership, equity & cultural safety across the College.
#IndigenousHealth #DeadlyDoctors #RACP
#IndigenousHealth #DeadlyDoctors #RACP
We are proud to appoint Nicky McCurdy as our first Tumuaki / Head of Māori and Equity. This is a milestone in strengthening Māori leadership, advancing equity, and upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
#MāoriHealth #EquityInHealth #IndigenousLeadership
#MāoriHealth #EquityInHealth #IndigenousLeadership
August 20, 2025 at 2:35 AM
We are proud to appoint Nicky McCurdy as our first Tumuaki / Head of Māori and Equity. This is a milestone in strengthening Māori leadership, advancing equity, and upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
#MāoriHealth #EquityInHealth #IndigenousLeadership
#MāoriHealth #EquityInHealth #IndigenousLeadership
There's still time to give formal feedback on the RACP's new curricula programs
Zoom interview bookings for feedback on RACP’s new curricula are open until Friday, 5 September 2025. Trainees and educators, book a session that suits you: www.racp.edu.au/support-hub/...
Zoom interview bookings for feedback on RACP’s new curricula are open until Friday, 5 September 2025. Trainees and educators, book a session that suits you: www.racp.edu.au/support-hub/...
August 19, 2025 at 5:35 AM
There's still time to give formal feedback on the RACP's new curricula programs
Zoom interview bookings for feedback on RACP’s new curricula are open until Friday, 5 September 2025. Trainees and educators, book a session that suits you: www.racp.edu.au/support-hub/...
Zoom interview bookings for feedback on RACP’s new curricula are open until Friday, 5 September 2025. Trainees and educators, book a session that suits you: www.racp.edu.au/support-hub/...