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.
This is more than a story about a young woman pursuing medicine—it is a story about the power of perseverance, the need for reform, and the unwavering belief that healthcare should be a right, not a privilege
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.
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.
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
