RDANSW

RDANSW was the first rural doctors association established in Australia

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

Australia recognised Rural Generalists. Medicare still hasn't.

A year after a practical Medicare solution was proposed, doctors providing advanced care in rural communities are still waiting.

Rural patients deserve better.

👉 https://t.co/yermf0KS7n

#auspol #RuralHealth

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

To the wonderful midwives who do such fantastic work as part of rural and remote maternity teams - THANK YOU for all you do for mothers, babies, families and communities. Happy International Day of the Midwife 2026! 😍 @MidwivesACM @anmf_federal #IDM2026 📸 Tim Bish / @unsplash

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

📣 JUNIOR / PREVOC DOCS! 🤩 Your friendly reminder to apply for our @mda_national & RDAA #DestinationRural bursaries for 2026! Closing at midnight next Tuesday 31 March! 🎉 Quick & easy to apply! More deets: https://t.co/7qzmMspwOE #medtwitter #juniordoctor #PreVocational

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

Rural Practice Owners Conference 2026 thanks plenary partner Quality Practice Accreditation.Dr Paul Mara's presentation:making accreditation work for the business of general practice. Great session for small business general practice. Register today https://t.co/lyMPUfkVN2

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

9 days to go until we kick off. Starting with an amazing panel of practice owners-different models, different approaches; Join us on the Gold Coast https://t.co/lyMPUfkVN2
@HWQld @RuralDocsQ @RDANSW @RuralDoctorsOrg @NRHAlliance @RACGP @ACRRM

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

Rural communities rely on a small, highly skilled medical workforce.

Our Pre-Budget Submission calls to strengthen the rural workforce and embed RG medicine.

Release: https://t.co/cjEOG53aKY
Submission: https://t.co/FtgD96RvOA

#destinationrural #RuralHealth #auspol

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We are appreciate the support of @ACRRM & @RACGP as our Gold Partners for RDAA's 1st Rural Practice Owners Conference. ACRRM Member Forum evening 6/3/26. RACGP Member forum 7.15am 8/3/26 - Registration info for conference & forums: https://t.co/lyMPUfltCA

[Rural Doctors Network @RuralDoctorsOrg]

We are excited to share our list of events scheduled for 2026 so you can “Save the Date”.

RDN supports a range of professional development conferences and events for rural doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, practice managers, health service managers, pharmacists and students throughout the year.

📆 Read more at RDN: https://t.co/QoqDLcEOjs

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

If it crawls, flies or swims — it probably bites or stings 😬🤷‍♀️

Rural doctors are urging holidaymakers not to ignore even minor bites and stings this summer. When in doubt, get checked early.

👉 https://t.co/8ZpWKy4McJ

#ruralhealth #medx #DestinationRural #bites #stings

[Rural Doctors Network @RuralDoctorsOrg]

Applications are OPEN for Round 3 2025/2026 of the Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP). 📣🩺

An initiative of the @healthgovau and administered in New South Wales by RDN, HWSP provides scholarships and bursaries to help health professionals in rural and remote Australia retain and enhance their skills, capacity and scope of practice.

The HWSP is available to #medical, #nursing, #midwifery, #alliedhealth, #dental and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals providing primary health care in the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHS) sector, non-government organisations and private practice.

To learn more and apply: https://t.co/8ZzxgkAWd5

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

Kicking off our latest #DestinationRural podcast series with RDAA's very own Olivia Dalton, who has just completed her third year of ANU medical school based in Cooma. Listen now https://t.co/5uXBCCTe1C

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Good news for rural care: MYEFO backs ECG recognition and extends WIP-RAS funding, supporting Rural Generalists delivering advanced & emergency care. #ruralhealth #MYEFO #auspol #MedX

Read more: https://t.co/RyWkQCFT3s

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s. For rural docs. The RDAA Annual Roundup 2025 captures the wins, challenges and stories shaping rural medicine — from #RMA25 to national advocacy and awards. Read it here 👉 https://t.co/vbbQiWO7sS #ruralhealth #DestinationRuralj #gorural #MedX

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One door closes & another opens: Applications for @ACRRM RG training for #AGPT 2027 intake are now open. Get all the info here https://t.co/CuIfkorRVL

For interns who have decided to make their #DestinationRural this is a wonderful opportunity to secure your future.

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

Things are finally moving on Rural Generalist Medicine, & now is not the time to withdraw investment. We urge the Federal Government to continue funding the WIP RAS initiative & RG Coordination Units!

👉 https://t.co/il7egsT7VC

#ruralhealth #auspol #DestinationRural #MedX

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⚠️ Our next Awards 2025 podcast has dropped & it features our incredible RDAA Rural Doctor in Training of the Year, Dr Jean Littlewood! 🤩 Listen here https://t.co/utXONGPUXn & here https://t.co/PqZupUMjFu #auspol #medtwitter #DestinationRural @RDANSW @ACRRM @RuralDoctorsOrg

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

Up to 500,000 Aussies may have Type 2 diabetes without knowing it.

Ahead of #WorldDiabetesDay we urge rural & remote Australians to get a diabetes check.

Early testing = early control.

A simple blood test can change everything!
👉https://t.co/j7l01xDEAN

#medx #ruralhealth

[RDANSW @RDANSW]

RDANSW is warning that some LHDs appear to be planning for future health service provision in a handful of their larger regional towns only, with an increased focus on tech to provide virtual access to care. https://t.co/P1aA5c6bs3

[RDAA @RuralDoctorsAus]

RDAA's first Rural Practice Owners conference registration is now open for Early Bird registration https://t.co/lyMPUfltCA Join us on the Gold Coast 7 & 8 March 2026 for rural practice owners, rural practice managers & those potential future practice owners

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🚨APPLICATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 31 OCTOBER 🚨

The Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme provides access to financial, cultural, mentoring, and other supports for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students studying in health, including access to up to $15,000 per annum (full time) for the normal duration of the course.

Apply now 👉 https://t.co/J54rJ8xhlA

PHMSS is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
#puggyhuntermemorialscholarship #PHMSS #indigenoushealth