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The Royal Australasian College of Physicians connects, trains, and represents over 30,000 medical specialists and trainee specialists from 33 different specialties in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. linktr.ee/RACP

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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Members in Australia working in hospital leadership, funding, costing or service planning: we need your input. IHACPA is consulting on its proposed Pricing Framework for Australian Public Hospital Services 2027–28. Share your views by 15 June: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Members in Australia working in hospital leadership, funding, costing or service planning: we need your input.
IHACPA is consulting on its proposed Pricing Framework for Australian Public Hospital Services 2027–28. The framework influences hospital funding, recognised services, and emerging models of care.
Share your views by 15 June and help shape our response. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=P9jCCVfKrU2KC1ArGOdz6Av9YyrQ_r5DmjvX6to9DSNUMkVCTkNWSUZNR0xPM1ZQQlFGM1A3OFZFNi4u
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Professor Bridin Murnion, ASCEPT President, supports the ASCEPT #RACPevolve Top-5 recommendations and is delighted to have Evolve engaging with physicians at the #ASCEPT_HAHA2025 Conference. Find out more about the Evolve recommendations: www.racp.edu.au/evolve/recom...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
What if we could reshape the future of General Medicine – creating equitable access, strengthening visibility and addressing workforce maldistribution in Australia’s most underserved regions? REGISTER: GenMed webinar on Tuesday, 16 December 1pm-2pm AEDT. www.imsanz.org.au/iCore/Events...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
The Adult Medicine Division Leadership Workshop was recently held in Wellington in November. We navigated the Aotearoa New Zealand health system, discussed practical leadership and advocacy tips, and practice skills for interacting with the media and with difficult colleagues.
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Applications for the February 2026 Divisional Written Examination (DWE) are currently open and will close Tuesday, 9 December 2025 at 5pm AEDT / 5pm NZDT. This paper-based exam will be held on Tuesday, 10 February 2026. Find out more: www.racp.edu.au/trainees/exa...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Watch this important governance update from RACP President @jenhelenmar. Thank you for your ongoing engagement and commitment to the College and the communities we serve. Video: youtu.be/7QK0t3Cw2cE EGM results: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Applications for the February 2026 Divisional Written Examination (DWE) are now open and will close on Tuesday, 9 December 2025 at 5pm AEDT/NZDT. This paper-based examination will be held on Tuesday, 10 February 2026. www.racp.edu.au/trainees/exa...
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Divisional Written Examination | February 2026
Tests your knowledge in Adult Internal Medicine or Paediatrics & Child Health at the end of Basic Training. Determines if you're ready for Advanced Training.
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
WEBINAR: AI SCRIBES AND ASSISTANTS Wednesday, 26 November 6pm-7pm AEDT Find out how AI scribes and clinical assistants can streamline workflows, reduce admin burden, and support safer, more efficient patient care REGISTER: racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin... EVOLVE: www.racp.edu.au/evolve/home
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
The Gastroenterological Society of Australia has developed the first national Idiopathic Gastroparesis Position Statement. It is now open for review to inform potential RACP endorsement. Share your feedback by Wed, 26 November Endorsement request: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
On 21 October, 346 candidates sat the Divisional Written Examination across 18 locations. The commitment required is significant, and we acknowledge the effort each of you has invested at this stage of your training. Results will be released after 3pm on Thursday, 20 November 2025.
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
IMJ November 2025 #OpenAccess Editor's Choice (Original Article): What does “complex” mean for the general medicine team? bit.ly/47IAvem @theracp.bsky.social
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
We call on Australian & Aotearoa New Zealand governments to prioritise the health and wellbeing of communities by supporting strong action to urgently reduce fossil fuels extraction and use during #COP30 negotiations. #ClimateHealth #PublicHealth #renewableenergy #ClimateAction
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
We are concerned by reforms re 14-year-old #children tried as adults. We urge the @vicgovernment.bsky.social to invest in #paediatric and #mentalhealth services, trauma-informed care and community supports. Addressing #healthcare needs will deliver better outcomes: bit.ly/4pb5oPZ
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
IMJ November (Vol 55, Iss 11) is now online bit.ly/47HoPbI @theracp.bsky.social @marrow.bsky.social @ianjohnwoolley.bsky.social @andrewmallett8.bsky.social @sunilbadve.bsky.social
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
AI in healthcare: are you using it yet? You can now access the recording and download the summary sheet of our first Evolve AI webinar: www.racp.edu.au/evolve/resou... Want to dive deeper? Register for the series: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Upgraded TGA Medicine Shortage Alerts reflect our advocacy for improved functionality and transparency. ✅Search by profession relevance ✅Filter by recency, relevance, or alphabetical order ✅Clarity between shortages and medicine safety updates www.tga.gov.au/safety/short...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
RACP Fellows, trainees and stakeholders in training are invited to share feedback on the proposed draft learning, teaching and assessment programs for the new Advanced Training in General Paediatrics curriculum. www.surveymonkey.com/r/GenPaedsLTA FIND OUT MORE: www.racp.edu.au/trainees/adv...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
In the most recent #RACP Pomegranate Health episode, Professor Michael Woodward and Dr Chrys Pulle discuss the rollout of amyloid-targeting therapy for patients with #Alzeheimers #dementia. LISTEN NOW: www.racp.edu.au/pomegranate/... #gerontology #podcast #pomegranatehealth
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
From 1 Nov, physicians will have new MBS telehealth telephone items, allowing longer, more complex consultations by phone for ongoing patients, especially those who can’t attend in person or via video Factsheet: www.mbsonline.gov.au/internet/mbs... RACP media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
We have urged @ahpraha.bsky.social to ensure its new Guidance: Sexual Misconduct and the National Law is clear, fair & trauma-informed recognising misconduct between practitioners, distinguishing serious from minor conduct, supporting safe, transparent regulation. www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
“Time and again, I try to give my patients video consultations, and the video drops out" says Associate Professor Steer. There's now a big win for equitable care: From 1 November, Medicare will restore 9 specialist phone consult items. www.ausdoc.com.au/news/theyre-...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Interested in developing practical leadership skills for your career? RACP members are invited to join us for the Adult Medicine Division Leadership and Management Workshop, held on 15–16 Whiringa-ā-rangi | 15-16 November 2025 in Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington. racp.eventsair.com/amd-leadersh...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Safety starts with identifying hazards – every job, every day. This #NationalSafeWorkMonth, let’s protect those who care for us most. Healthcare workers face some of the highest rates of harm and burnout. Let’s make every workplace safe. www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Thrive at work and beyond. The new RACP Wellbeing Advocates webpage offers resources, insights, and webinars to support your wellbeing. Explore now. www.racp.edu.au/wellbeing/ad... #WellbeingAdvocates #PhysicianWellbeing #RACP
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Wellbeing Advocates
Wellbeing Advocates design, develop and implement initiatives that enhance the health and wellbeing of trainees and physicians in their settings.
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
The second Qld death linked to a novel #nitazene highlights the growing dangers of unknown substances in the illicit drug supply. With these potent synthetic opioids emerging, it’s time to reconsider #PillTesting and other harm reduction measures to help save lives. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
IMJ October (Vol 55, Iss 10) is now online bit.ly/42wScMm @theracp.bsky.social @marrow.bsky.social @ianjohnwoolley.bsky.social @andrewmallett8.bsky.social @sunilbadve.bsky.social
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
IMJ October 2025 #OpenAccess Editor's Choice (Clinical Perspective): Hyperhidrosis: don’t sweat it bit.ly/42uVLmg @theracp.bsky.social
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
IMJ October 2025 #FreeAccess Editorial: A, B, C or D? Goals of Care: a need for a national structural framework. bit.ly/46JpvOI @theracp.bsky.social
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Our recent feedback on ACSQHC's revised national model for clinical governance urges centring of physician workforce wellbeing and safe supervision, as well as incentivisation of high-quality integrated physician care in clinical governance processes. www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
NSW Govt is investing $5.4m in Mentally Healthy Workplaces Australia – a new national centre to tackle workplace psychological health and safety. ✅Evidence-based programs ✅Stronger protections ✅Better return-to-work outcomes 🔗 www.nsw.gov.au/ministerial-... 🔗 www.racp.edu.au/docs/default...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
My Health Record should work for specialists, not against them. We’ve called for reforms to make it more usable, secure & clinically valuable: 💰 Incentives 🔗 Interoperability 🔒 Privacy safeguards 📚 Training & support racp.edu.au/docs/default... #myhealthrecord #australiandoctors
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
IMJ September 2025 #FreeAccess Original Article: Is incidence and burden of cancer increasing among young individuals? bit.ly/4p88bdh @theracp.bsky.social
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
IMJ September 2025 #FreeAccess Original Article: Lung transplantation for interstitial lung diseases bit.ly/3JELX2B @theracp.bsky.social
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Final weeks to have your say The Medical Training Survey closes 8 October. RACP trainees & OPTs on the specialist pathway – share what’s working (and what’s not) in your training. ✔ Shape the future ✔ Highlight what matters ✔ Drive change 🔗 MedicalTrainingSurvey.gov.au
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
IMJ September (Volume 55, Issue 9) is now online bit.ly/45ZaKpj @theracp.bsky.social @marrow.bsky.social @ianjohnwoolley.bsky.social @andrewmallett8.bsky.social @sunilbadve.bsky.social
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
IMJ September 2025 #FreeAccess Original Article: In-hospital cardiac arrest bit.ly/4p5P8QZ @theracp.bsky.social
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
IMJ September 2025 #FreeAccess Review: Replacement therapy in congenital adrenal hyperplasia bit.ly/3HF9KPi @theracp.bsky.social
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
IMJ September 2025 #OpenAccess Editor's Choice (Clinical Perspective): Medicinal cannabis: is current use clinically justified? bit.ly/3K3qDDO @theracp.bsky.social
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
The RACP is calling for urgent national action to address the challenges faced by thousands of Australians living with ADHD. This was supported at today's Health Ministers Meeting. 🔗Media release: www.racp.edu.au/news-and-eve... 🔗Communiqué: www.health.gov.au/resources/pu...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
RACP trainees in Aotearoa New Zealand, please complete MCNZ's Torohia survey to: ✔ share what’s working (and what’s not) ✔ make your voice heard on the issues that matter to you ✔ shape the future of physician training MCNZ sent your unique survey link on 18 August. Find out more: www.torohia.org.nz
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
IMJ August 2025 #OpenAccess Original Article: Hyperuricaemia in Type 1 Gaucher disease bit.ly/3Hl6zMi @theracp.bsky.social @marrow.bsky.social
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Public Health Association of Australia @publichealthaus.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
How can human, animal and environmental health be preserved on a heating planet? Explore at Aust #PublicHealth Conference. Speakers A/Prof Chris Degeling, Dr Katie Woolaston, Dr Crystal Arnold. #APHC2025, 18 Sept 8.30am - 10am, Wollongong/Dharawal Country, NSW. More: www.austph2025.com/registration
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
Life as a trainee is fast-paced – rotations, exams, study. But what if life happens and you need to pause training? In this article, we break down medical board guidelines and CPD requirements when you need to interrupt your physician training. www.linkedin.com/pulse/life-h...
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Life happens: you’ve had to interrupt your physician training, now what?
You’re on the path of building your career. Life as a trainee is fast-paced and frenetic.
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
📢 Advocacy win for our members: from 1 Nov 2025, physicians will have 3 new MBS telephone items for subsequent consultations, supporting continuity of care and patient access. ℹ️ More info coming soon: www.mbsonline.gov.au
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Internal Medicine Journal @the-imj.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
The latest IMJ On-Air podcast discusses microbleeds and memory, with geriatric medicine editor Dr Paul Yates and Dr Duncan Austin. www.racp.edu.au/pomegranate/view/imj-on-air-microbleeds-and-memory @theracp.bsky.social
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Physicians have long called for an independent Australian Centre for Disease Control. Thanks to the new legislation introduced by the Australian Government, from 1 Jan 2026, that vision becomes reality. The RACP welcomes this landmark step, built on years of advocacy.
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Acute kidney injury is a serious risk of aminoglycoside use. #RACPevolve advises: ✅ Avoid multiple daily doses in patients with stable kidney function ✅ A single daily dose = effective care with less toxicity www.racp.edu.au/evolve/recom...
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
This World Sexual Health Day (4 Sept), we're reminded that sexual justice is the foundation of health, dignity, and equality. We remind you to register for the Joint HIV&AIDS and ASRH Conferences in Adelaide, 15–18 Sept. 🔗 www.hivsrh.conference.org.au
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
One week to go until the MCNZ’s first annual Torohia survey closes 8 September 2025. RACP trainees in Aotearoa – participate to: ✔ Shape physician training ✔ Share what’s working (and what’s not) ✔ Drive change Check your inbox for your unique survey link (MCNZ sent on 18 Aug) 🔗 www.torohia.org.nz
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The RACP @theracp.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
AI is here. Are you ready? Join RACP Evolve’s three-part webinar series with Professor Ian Scott to learn how AI can enhance patient care, reduce harm, and support physician wellbeing. 📅 Starts 17 September REGISTER: racp.eventsair.com/evolve-webin...
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