06 Feb 2025

‘Where is the ban on genetic discrimination in life insurance?’ asks AMA

Almost six months have passed since the government announced a ban on genetic discrimination in life insurance, so why hasn’t it been implemented?

06 Feb 2025

Webinar for members on inclusive healthcare for LGBTQIASB+ patients

The first AMA webinar for 2025 is held in conjunction with LGBTIQ+ Health Australia.

06 Feb 2025

Penalties for doctors over clunky My Health Records are blunt and lazy policy

Don’t punish the doctors! Make My Health Record more user-friendly, says the AMA.

06 Feb 2025

Only two weeks left to take part in the 2025 Rural Health Issues Survey

Our Rural Health Issues Survey is open to all doctors, not just AMA members, who have worked or are working in regional, rural or remote communities.

31 Jan 2025

Dr Christine Barstad

Name: Dr Christine Barstad, AMA Tasmania

30 Jan 2025

President’s update: AMA members honoured, inquiry into National Law, a win for commonsense and calling all rural members!

AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen provides an update on the past week at Federal AMA.

30 Jan 2025

AMA salutes doctors honoured on Australia Day

The AMA congratulates members who received Australia Day Honours in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the medical profession and their communities.

30 Jan 2025

Loophole to be closed on NP telehealth arrangements following AMA advocacy

AMA advocacy will see important changes to telehealth arrangements for GPs and nurse practitioners implemented later in 2025.

30 Jan 2025

LGBTQIASB+ healthcare a right

Patients should be able to access the care they need without discrimination or judgement.

30 Jan 2025

2025 Rural Health Issues Survey to inform AMA policy and advocacy

The AMA is running the rural health issues survey once again.