There is something special about living in rural and remote communities. The wide-open spaces and red dirt. Or acres of lush green forest. Millions of stars dotting the sky at night will take your breath away. But it’s more than just the landscape. The people are pretty special too. And our purpose is to look after them and keep them healthy.
John Douyere will be in Charleville on Tuesday 6 May to provide GP care for our rural health practitioners. Those from neighbouring towns are also welcome to book an appointment with John. He is passionate about looking after his rural colleagues – having worked in rural communities for more than 20 years!
John Buckley will be in St George, Goondiwindi and Stanthorpe from 13-15 May. Doctors, nurses and allied health workers – don’t miss this opportunity to look after yourself. Have a comprehensive health check or book that appointment you have been putting off – too busy caring for your own patients!
Our CEO, Fran Avon, recently participated in the Roche Exchange, where Roche’s senior managers presented their vision and program plans. It was inspiring to learn about their commitment to delivering clinical trials in rural and remote communities. We were also thrilled to see photos from our GPs4RuralDocs trip to West Queensland proudly displayed in their office.
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The introduction of the Vorotek Loupe at Active Health has been nothing short of transformative. Read more about how this simple device and the support of Rural Doctors Foundation has changed lives in Portland, Victoria.
The communities we serve are not all the same. Each has varied health needs, and the people and their doctors know what those needs are. We exist to work with rural and remote communities and support them to stay safe and healthy.
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“Rural medicine is a special opportunity to work in an advanced scope of practice and provide whole-of-life care across a whole community and multiple generations.”
Dr Michael Rice – Director