22 Feb 2024

AMA submission calls for reform to unfair health rules affecting prisoners

The AMA is calling for reforms to unfair and outdated rules that prevent Australian prisoners from receiving equitable healthcare.

22 Feb 2024

Why I’m a Dr4Drs – Dr Annette Barratt

Dr Annette Barratt, the state Medical Director of Drs4Drs in Tasmania, recently spoke to federal AMA staff about the Drs4Drs service.

20 Feb 2024

Consultation on RTWSA fees for medical services 2024-25

The Return to Work Act 2014 mandates that Return to WorkSA engage in consultations with stakeholders before publishing a fee schedule.

15 Feb 2024

Last chance to register for the AMA’s next webinar

AMA members are invited to hear about our priorities for the year ahead at our next webinar on Tuesday, 20 February.

15 Feb 2024

AMA and Drs4Drs attend Ahpra symposium

The AMA and Drs4Drs attended the Melbourne event advocating for doctors on the Ahpra notifications process.

15 Feb 2024

Vale Professor Saxon Smith AM

AMA Fellow and former AMA (NSW) President Professor Saxon Smith AM has passed.

15 Feb 2024

More Doctorama podcast episodes for 2024

The AMA President’s ‘Doctorama’ podcast returned in January with big names in Australia’s health.

15 Feb 2024

AMA submission on the draft National Early Years Strategy

The Australian Government Department of Social Services is consulting on the latest draft of the National Early Years Strategy.

08 Feb 2024

Report on Government Services released

The Productivity Commission’s latest Report on Government Services has provided new insights into healthcare in Australia.

08 Feb 2024

Refugee and Asylum Seeker Health and Wellbeing

The AMA maintains that those who are seeking, or have been granted asylum in Australia have the right to receive rapid access to high quality, culturally appropriate and comprehensive healthcare.