Clever connections 4 Apr 2012 0 comments It’s rare in life that someone takes you under their wing and solves your problems, free of charge.
Bridging the distance 27 Feb 2012 0 comments Telehealth seems a good idea in theory but there are a few hurdles to be overcome before it becomes commonplace.
Safe haven 12 Oct 2011 0 comments While the asylum seeker debate contiunes, thousands of refugees are making a home in rural and regional Australia. We trace the journey of one such family wo arrived in Albury, NSW, after 18 years in…
Failed by the system 18 Feb 2008 0 comments GPs are required to report any suspicions of child abuse — but that doesn’t mean authorities have to act.
First line of defence 12 Feb 2008 0 comments A series of tragic cases of child abuse is prompting experts to call for a new national approach to protecting children at risk — and that could mean a bigger role for GPs.
Coming full circle 1 Feb 2008 0 comments After leaving general practice for a high-profile media career spanning more than two decades, this year Dr John D’Arcy plans to become a GP again.
Face off 5 Dec 2007 0 comments A simple solution to an obvious problem or a covert attack on medical standards? In a climate of suspicion and mistrust, the drive for national medical registration seems to have stalled.
Enemy of psychiatry 14 Aug 2007 0 comments A recent family tragedy has focused attention on the Church of Scientology’s controversial stance against psychiatric care.
Squabbles block united voice sought by grassroots GPs 23 May 2007 0 comments Grassroots GPs want one united voice to represent their political interests, according to an Australian Doctor straw poll, but key GP groups are reluctant to bury their differences and reconvene the…
Woman in high places 3 Apr 2007 0 comments Few have anything bad to say about Dr Joanna Flynn — GP and president of both the Australian Medical Council and the Medical Practitioners Board of Victoria. But don’t think that makes…