A level playing field 16 May 2012 0 comments It’s time to change the long-held perception that GPs are lower in the pecking order than specialists. Aussie GPs share their views.
Crunching the numbers 9 May 2012 0 comments In part one of this series, we looked at the first steps involved in setting up your own practice. Here we discuss the finances.
What's the alternative? 2 May 2012 0 comments Should complementary and alternative medicine be part of a GP’s arsenal? We look at the arguments for and against.
Medical manslaughter 18 Apr 2012 0 comments The notorious Patel case has already made national headlines, but how has it changed the way doctors will be prosecuted in the future?
A beacon of light 12 Apr 2012 0 comments The Lighthouse Surgery is offering more than a glimmer of hope for the coastal community of Narooma and a growing number of trainee doctors.
The bruised crusader 14 Mar 2012 0 comments PAUL SMITH delves into the headspace of psychiatrist Professor Ian Hickie, the man many blame for the controversial cuts to the Better Access scheme.
Till death do us part 11 May 2012 0 comments As the baby boomers retire there is a growing awareness of the importance of having a will. While that is a great start, you can do more.
Slipping through the diagnostic net 1 May 2012 0 comments When should GPs question a specialist’s opinion? We look at a case where a diagnosis of breast cancer is delayed.
Decades matter 13 Apr 2012 0 comments When it comes to the next 20 years, diversification is king. It has been an tricky year on the financial front but keep it in perspective.
A clean break 10 Apr 2012 0 comments Ending a doctor-patient relationship is difficult, but sometimes it is the best course of action, especially when a GP feels anxious.
