16 Oct 2025
Share by Default Reforms in My Health Record: AMA Response
The Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) has implemented the next phase of Share by Default reforms to give patients faster access to pathology and diagnostic imaging results in My Health Record (MHR).
16 Oct 2025
President’s Update: AMA and Pharmacy Guild Call for Urgent Action on Medicinal Cannabis
AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen has provided members with the latest updates from the national AMA.
16 Oct 2025
Save the Date — AMA Float at Sydney Mardi Gras 2026: ECSTATICA
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) is excited to return to the Sydney Mardi Gras parade in 2026 to continue advocating for and supporting the LGBTQIASB+ community, including both members and patients.
10 Oct 2025
“President’s Update: Key Developments in Health, Podiatry, and Telehealth”
“Dr Danielle McMullen, AMA President, delivers the latest national AMA news to members.”
09 Oct 2025
“AMA members: How was your return to work? Let us know”
Been out of practice for more than a year? Share your experience in our survey
09 Oct 2025
“Better Access reform: what you need to know”
“Upcoming changes to Better Access: key information for you”
09 Oct 2025
“Telehealth guidance updated”
“Doctors need to be aware of Ahpra’s updated telehealth guidance, issued in response to concerns about prescribing without adequate consultations.”
10 Oct 2025
Proposed new title for podiatric surgeons
“AMA supports Ahpra’s move on ‘podiatric surgeons’ but warns confusion may remain”
09 Oct 2025
RACGP report highlights urgent need for increased Medicare funding
A new report reveals that Australians are spending more time with their GPs as healthcare needs grow more complex, highlighting the urgent need for greater investment in general practice.
02 Oct 2025
President’s Update: Key Issues in Public Hospitals, RN Prescribing, and Workplace Safety”
Scope of practice and RN prescribing This week, the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) announced new standards allowing some registered nurses (RNs) to prescribe medications under a delegated framework.
