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The second RDN New Rural GP Orientation workshop for 2024 took place at Sails Port Macquarie in the lead up to the Refresher Conference. The workshops are designed to support GPs in transition to rural general practice, and featured presentations on a range of topics including medico-legal issues, pathways to Fellowship, and Indigenous health. New rural GPs find 'friendship and respect' in RDN orientation workshop - 15th April 2024
The second RDN New Rural GP Orientation workshop for 2024 took place at Sails Port Macquarie in the lead up to the Refresher Conference. The workshops are designed to support GPs in transition to rural general practice, and featured presentations on a range of topics including medico-legal issues, pathways to Fellowship, and Indigenous health.
The largest regional gathering of ‘rural medical cadets’ also took place in Port Macquarie over the weekend as RDN welcomed 54 cadets to the region from across NSW. Port Macquarie hosts largest regional gathering of ‘rural medical cadets’ - 15th April 2024
The largest regional gathering of ‘rural medical cadets’ also took place in Port Macquarie over the weekend as RDN welcomed 54 cadets to the region from across NSW.
On the weekend, RDN welcomed more than 250 people including rural and regional GPs, their families, delegates, and speakers, for a variety of educational conferences, workshops, activities and networking opportunities at Sails Port Macquarie. Rural GP Refresher Conference brings GPs and Cadets to Port Macquarie - 15th April 2024
On the weekend, RDN welcomed more than 250 people including rural and regional GPs, their families, delegates, and speakers, for a variety of educational conferences, workshops, activities and networking opportunities at Sails Port Macquarie.
RDN’s Health System Manager Sharif Bagnulo was among the 23 award recipients to be publicly recognised at last week’s 2023/24 NSW Branch Leadership Recognition Awards ceremony hosted by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) in Sydney. ACHSM NSW Branch Leadership Recognition Awards - 8th April 2024
RDN’s Health System Manager Sharif Bagnulo was among the 23 award recipients to be publicly recognised at last week’s 2023/24 NSW Branch Leadership Recognition Awards ceremony hosted by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) in Sydney.
Twenty-five health professionals from Western and Far West NSW spanning local health districts, Aboriginal Medical Services, general practices and non- government primary care providers, participated in a free clinical skills Diabetes Education Workshop at Taronga Zoo in Dubbo recently. Diabetes Education Workshop a ‘roaring’ success - 8th April 2024
Twenty-five health professionals from Western and Far West NSW spanning local health districts, Aboriginal Medical Services, general practices and non- government primary care providers, participated in a free clinical skills Diabetes Education Workshop at Taronga Zoo in Dubbo recently.
RDN facilitated the Western NSW Eye Health Partnership ‘Strategic Outcomes Roadmap’ workshop at Dubbo Cultural Centre recently to help create its inaugural five-year plan. RDN facilitates workshop to plan inaugural ‘Strategic Outcomes Roadmap’ for the Western NSW Eye Health Partnership - 8th April 2024
RDN facilitated the Western NSW Eye Health Partnership ‘Strategic Outcomes Roadmap’ workshop at Dubbo Cultural Centre recently to help create its inaugural five-year plan.
Over the weekend, a convoy of 30 RDN Medical Cadets took part in a 1000km road trip from Sydney to central and north-western New South Wales, visiting medical facilities and exploring cultural highlights, while enjoying the hospitality of the rural health community at Mudgee and Dubbo Hospitals, the RFDS Base in Dubbo, and Tamworth Hospital. 1000km RDN Cadet road trip takes rural doctors of tomorrow out beyond the ranges - 25th March 2024
Over the weekend, a convoy of 30 RDN Medical Cadets took part in a 1000km road trip from Sydney to central and north-western New South Wales, visiting medical facilities and exploring cultural highlights, while enjoying the hospitality of the rural health community at Mudgee and Dubbo Hospitals, the RFDS Base in Dubbo, and Tamworth Hospital.
Indigenous Allied Health Australia (IAHA), alongside partners the National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners (NAATSIHWP) and RDN, is excited to be announced as the successful provider of the Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme (PHMSS), as the scholarships transition to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community control in mid-2024. Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme transitioning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community control - 25th March 2024
Indigenous Allied Health Australia (IAHA), alongside partners the National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners (NAATSIHWP) and RDN, is excited to be announced as the successful provider of the Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme (PHMSS), as the scholarships transition to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community control in mid-2024.
On Thursday evening last week, Rural Doctors Network (RDN) hosted its first Members Networking Night in Wagga Wagga, drawing members for an evening of camaraderie and professional connection. RDN Member Networking Night strengthens professional bonds - 19th March 2024
On Thursday evening last week, Rural Doctors Network (RDN) hosted its first Members Networking Night in Wagga Wagga, drawing members for an evening of camaraderie and professional connection.
Last week, doctors and medical students from Murrumbidgee Local Health District (LHD) gathered in Wagga Wagga for an enriching experience aimed at fostering their capability, wellbeing, and professional development. Rural Health Pro / NSW Health initiative nurtures wellness and growth - 19th March 2024
Last week, doctors and medical students from Murrumbidgee Local Health District (LHD) gathered in Wagga Wagga for an enriching experience aimed at fostering their capability, wellbeing, and professional development.


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