RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole

Official Twitter account of the President of the Royal College of Pathologists Australasia, Prof Sandra O'Toole.

[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

RCPA welcomes the @ama_media's Pathology Position Statement, highlighting the critical need for sustainable funding to support #pathology services. Pathology is central to accurate diagnosis and patient care, and adequate investment is essential to maintaining a high-quality, accessible health system.

Read the AMA’s full statement: https://t.co/X8BLY9D6qi

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Early bird registration for Pathology Update 2025 closes TODAY!

With more than 150 speakers, 1000+ attendees & our biggest industry exhibition yet, #PathUpdate2025 is the perfect place to learn, network & catch up with friends & colleagues. ⭐

https://t.co/uZYKNolugV

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#MediaRelease

RCPA is calling for urgent action to improve access to pharmacogenomic testing across Australia.

With a growing demand for pharmacogenomic testing, the RCPA’s recommendations include expanded public funding through the MBS, better education for patients and clinicians, and research to understand genetic variation in Australia, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

https://t.co/D3RY0lipXK

#Genomics #PGx #PathTwitter #MedTwitter #PatientCare #PrecisionMedicine

[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

Join us for International Pathology Day 2024! 🔬

International Pathology Day is taking place on 6 November 2024, an annual awareness day that aims to celebrate #pathologists and scientists and the pivotal role #pathology plays in healthcare.

This year, we are discussing the transformative role of pharmacogenomics (PGx) and its groundbreaking effects on healthcare. 

The RCPA is hosting an event on 6 November to celebrate #IPD2024. We'll be joined by leading experts in #pharmacogenomic testing, who will discuss what's on the horizon for PGx testing, its rapid adoption around the world and how it is transforming patient care. We'll also hear from a patient firsthand about how pharmacogenomic testing helped to improve their treatment.

Join us to celebrate International Pathology Day online or in-person at the RCPA Sydney office from 9.30am to 12pm AEDT.

Secure your spot and RSVP now ➡ https://t.co/gX1vCWHiCl

#InternationalPathologyDay #PathTwitter

[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

Applications are open for RCPA’s Pathology Education Outreach Grants.

RCPA is offering grants to #pathologists or #pathology Trainees from developing countries* to attend Pathology Update 2025 in Melbourne from 21 to 23 February!

Successful applicants will receive complimentary flights, accommodation and registration to attend the three-day scientific meeting.

Applications close on 14 October 2024.

Apply now ➡ https://t.co/3htNV8ch8M

*Countries include Bhutan, East Timor, Fiji, Indonesia, Kiribati, Nepal, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga Vanuatu and Vietnam.

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The Pathology Update 2025 website is now live! ➡ https://t.co/KPG4S38c0t

Preparations for next year’s Pathology Update are in full swing, and we're excited to see you all in Melbourne, Australia.

From cutting-edge developments in #neuropathology to health economics and the rapidly evolving world of #genomics, Pathology Update 2025 has a superb scientific program lined up that will provide insights from leading experts around the world! The program showcases the latest innovations in #pathology to highlight ‘Excellence in Diagnosis’. 

Registrations open in October. In the meantime, explore the Pathology Update website and check out what opportunities are currently available for Trainees, Fellows, students and industry partners!

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[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

It was a privilege to represent RCPA at #ILPP2024 in the UK, the annual meeting of #pathology colleges & associations from around the world, alongside Vice President @do315 & CEO Dr David Andrews. The meeting was a valuable chance to share & learn from each other’s experiences.

[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

Findings from RCPA’s Pathology Workforce Review for Aus & NZ validate what our members are experiencing – a critical shortage exists in the pathology workforce in both countries. This study provides valuable data to support our advocacy to government.

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[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

RCPA has completed a comprehensive pathology workforce study, reviewing the current state of the pathology workforce across Australia and New Zealand.

Findings from the report reveal that there is a critical shortage of pathologists and senior scientists in Australia and New Zealand, across both the public and private sectors.

Lack of funding was identified as one of the most significant barriers to increasing the pathology workforce pipeline, as well as the lasting impact of the nearly three-decade indexation freeze for MBS items relating to pathology services in Australia.

New Zealand’s pathology workforce has been affected by additional challenges, in part complicated by current system-wide health reforms.

Workforce sustainability is a key priority for the College, and this report will inform our planning and strategic initiatives to effect sustainable growth and ongoing support for the #pathology workforce.

View the full report: https://t.co/pHWpK4Z9GE

The RCPA received grant funding through the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care, Quality Use of Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Pathology program for the Australian component of the workforce review while the New Zealand component was funded by the College.

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Our Executive team @RCPAPresident A/Prof Trishe Leong and CEO Dr David Andrews are in Singapore! 🇸🇬

They've been meeting with our local members, discussing #pathology education and training in #Singapore, and attending meetings such as the Singapore Society of Pathology Committee meeting, where our President and CEO met with RCPA Singapore Councillor A/Prof Leow Wei Qiang, and Immediate Past-Councillor A/Prof Cheng Chee Leong.

A/Prof Leong and Dr Andrews also attended the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Society of Pathology and Chapter of Pathologists, where President Leong presented the plenary lecture, and received a plaque as the annual guest speaker.

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[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

Touchdown in Singapore! Here with @PathologyRCPA CEO Dr David Andrews to meet with our local members & find out how we can improve College operations in Singapore. I'll also be giving the plenary lecture at tonight's ASM for the Chapter of #Pathologists! Looking forward to it🔬

[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

Workforce sustainability is a key priority for RCPA as set out in our Strategic Plan 2024-2027. This Plan keeps our members needs top of mind to address the complex technological, societal and political challenges impacting #pathology.

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[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

RCPA has published its Strategic Plan for 2024 to 2027, putting advocacy and policy front and centre.

This Plan sets out the College’s areas of focus during this period and our key priorities and initiatives based on member feedback and industry consultation.

Read the #StrategicPlan now available on our website: https://t.co/ISGVwoOZZl

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16 Specialist Medical Colleges, State & Federal Health Depts Snr Officials, Medical Board of Australia, Australian Medical Council, Medical Deans of Aus & NZ & stakeholders attended a workforce workshop on 21 May. Addressing health workforce issues facing the country. @CPMC_Aust

[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

Constructive workforce workshop with health stakeholders, where Hon @Mark_Butler_MP gave an overview of health-related budget measures. So much we can do with other Colleges while highlighting that pathology workforce shortages need different solutions to the clinical disciplines

[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

At @TheRACP office for two days of meetings for @CPMC_Aust with RCPA CEO Dr David Andrews. Discussing strategic issues affecting the specialist medical sector... Nice view, tough discussions!

[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

The government's decision to enhance funding for pathology services is a critical investment in the health of our community.

The announcement is a welcome recognition of the vital role pathology plays in diagnosing and managing diseases.

#Budget2024 #PathTwitter

[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

RCPA welcomes new measures for Medicare-funded pathology services announced in the 2024-25 Australian Federal Budget, including the reintroduction of annual indexation for some #pathology services.

Media release: https://t.co/akpXqeVUNM

#Budget2024 #Budget24 #MedTwitter

[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

The unintended consequences & risks of removing the 7-day delay on #MyHealthRecord for diagnostic tests should not be ignored. While patient empowerment is crucial, the 7-day delay provides the necessary support & guidance to keep patients safe, especially in complex cases #PathX

[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

RCPA calls for urgent collaboration between government and #healthcare stakeholders following the @ausgov decision to remove the 7-day delay for #pathology and
#diagnostic imaging results on #MyHealthRecord. Full statement here: https://t.co/kmLMupsmB4 #MedTwitter

[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

💪 Good luck to everyone sitting the RCPA Basic Pathological Sciences exam tomorrow! This year we have 430 people in 12 countries sitting the exam – the largest number of candidates in history! 

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[The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia @PathologyRCPA]

A lack of standardised guidelines for #pharmacogenomic testing has been a longstanding challenge in clinical practice. RCPA's new clinical indications for 35 medications provide national guidance for pharmacogenomic testing in 🇦🇺. https://t.co/qEFBu2nONO #MedTwitter

[RCPA President Prof Sandra O'Toole @RCPAPresident]

Enjoy the President's Address in RCPA's fortnightly email newsletter Pathology Today?

Read them all in one place under 'President's Lab Notes' on the RCPA website 🔍🔬 https://t.co/KJ4T8KALeA

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In The Pathologists Cut, @RCPAPresident A/Prof Trishe Leong speaks to #pathologist Dr Helen Harris and midwife Ms Serani Dodson about #PerinatalPathology and why diversity of clinical interactions is vital when investigating a perinatal death. ➡️  https://t.co/0ELzyArW2z