28 Nov 2025
President’s Update: Ahpra, Digital Health, and AMA NT
As the year draws to a close, it always feels like calendars are bursting with last-minute meetings, despite our best efforts to stay organised. But we’re nearly there.
28 Nov 2025
NT AMA to Join Federal Body in Landmark Move
The Northern Territory AMA is preparing to formally become a branch of the federal Australian Medical Association (AMA), a change expected to provide the NT with enhanced resources, improved operational efficiency, and stronger local advocacy.
27 Nov 2025
AMA Seeks Feedback on Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme
The AMA will soon send members a short survey to gather feedback on the Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme (CWCS).
27 Nov 2025
Health Department Issues Warning to Doctors About Scams
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has issued guidance to help doctors safeguard their Provider Digital Access (PRODA) accounts from scams.
27 Nov 2025
AMA Raises Concerns Over Midwives Performing IUD Procedures
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has formally provided input to the Medical Services Advisory Committee (MRAC) Phase 2 review of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC), opposing the proposal to allow midwives to carry out intrauterine device (IUD) insertions and removals under Medicare.
21 Nov 2025
AMA President - Updates
AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen provides the latest news and updates for members.
20 Nov 2025
AMA Welcomes Federal Funding to Support Cohealth Services
The AMA has welcomed the federal government’s announcement of up to $1.5 million in emergency funding for Cohealth in Melbourne.
20 Nov 2025
AMA Holds Final Trainee Forum for 2025 on Supervision in Medical Training
The final AMA Trainee Forum for 2025, titled Trainee Perspectives on Best Practice in Supervision, was held earlier this month to explore challenges and opportunities in medical training supervision.
20 Nov 2025
AMA26 National Conference Tickets Now on Sale
Tickets for AMA26, taking place in Melbourne from 28–29 August 2026, are now available, with AMA members eligible for a 40% early-bird discount if they register before 31 January 2026.
20 Nov 2025
World AMR Awareness Week Warns of Growing Threat from Superbugs
World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week is highlighting the serious global health issue of drug-resistant infections and the importance of using antimicrobials responsibly.
