Western Australia celebrates outstanding contributions to general practice
21 Oct 2026
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) revealed the winners of its 2026 Western Australian Awards on 21 October.This year’s recipients include doctors working in regional communities, a medical practice and professionals supporting GP education and assessment.
Recognising excellence in patient care.
Dr Richard Taylor received the GP of the Year award for his work in Geraldton, where he has built strong relationships with patients and families.
Dr Christopher Chi was named GP in Training of the Year for his commitment to caring for people in rural and remote areas while continuing his medical education.
The GP Supervisor of the Year award went to Dr Jennifer Ellis for guiding GP registrars as they strengthen their clinical knowledge and skills. Her work also includes mentoring and cultural leadership.
Dr Jessica Huang received the Sam Bada Medical Educator Award for supporting registrars through challenging periods of training. Her approach includes individual mentoring, group learning and additional support for trainees who need it.
Community healthcare and professional leadership
Pioneer Health Albany was named Practice of the Year. The practice was recognised for working with community organisations, supporting vulnerable people and helping healthcare professionals coordinate patient care.
Dr Brett Montgomery received the Faculty Legend Award for his ongoing contributions to professional advocacy and clinical leadership. His work includes involvement in RACGP committees and health advisory groups, contributions to prostate cancer early detection guidelines, and support for work on isotretinoin prescribing and patient safety.
The Jack Christodulou Examiner Award was presented to Dr Jenny Smith, recognising more than two decades of work assessing doctors seeking RACGP Fellowship in Western Australia. She has supported candidates, helped develop assessment questions and maintained examination standards. She became chair of the Assessment Panel in 2019.
Supporting the future of general practice
RACGP WA Chair Dr Ramya Raman congratulated the recipients and acknowledged their efforts to meet community healthcare needs.
The awards highlight the different ways professionals contribute to general practice, from direct patient care and regional services to medical education, leadership and the assessment of future GPs.
Their work reflects the importance of strong patient relationships, skilled supervision and services that respond to the needs of communities across Western Australia.
Western Australia celebrates outstanding contributions to general practice
Source: RACGP, WA recognises GPs making a difference across local communities.2026.