RACGP Faculty Events

Date: Monday 14 September
Time: 6.00–7.00 pm (AEST) | 5.30–6.30 pm (ACST) | 4.00–5.00 pm (AWST)

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Measuring what matters in social prescribing
At this meeting of the Social Prescribing Specific Interest group (SIG) we will be joined by the eHealthier team as they demonstrate a digital solution designed to identify and assess social isolation, loneliness, and social determinants of health within general practice workflows. Learn how structured social prescribing pathways, risk indicators, and outcome tracking can be integrated into clinical software to support patient care.

Before the meeting, visit the eHealthier website to explore the platfrom.

Date: Monday 14 September
Time: 6.30–7.30 pm (AEST) | 6.00–7.00 pm (ACST) | 4.30–5.30 pm (AWST)

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An integrative approach to managing thyroid conditions
Join this Integrative Medicine Specific Interest group (SIG) for an exploration of integrative approaches to managing thyroid conditions in general practice.

Presented by Dr Caitlin O’Mahony, this session will examine how conventional treatments can be combined with evidence-based lifestyle, nutritional, and complementary strategies to support patients with thyroid disorders.

Gain practical insights into delivering holistic, patient-centred care and optimising outcomes for people living with thyroid conditions.

Date: Tuesday 15 September
Time: 7.00–9.00 pm (AEST) | 6.30–8.30 pm (ACST) | 5.00–7.00 pm (AWST)

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Join the Migrant, Refugee and Asylum Seeker Health Specific Interest group (SIG) meeting for discussion on key clinical, advocacy, research, and education issues affecting migrant, refugee health, and asylum seeker health. Topics include NDIS access and Tier 3 support, praziquantel access, hepatitis B and C prescribing changes, Chagas initiatives, advocacy priorities, and member engagement opportunities.

Date: Thursday 17 September
Time: 7.30–8.30 pm (AEST) | 7.00–8.00 pm (ACST) | 5.30–6.30 pm (AWST)

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Australian and international urgent care models
Join this discussion on urgent care models from Australia and overseas. This session will explore how different healthcare systems deliver timely, accessible care, highlighting innovative approaches, shared challenges, and practical insights relevant to Australia.

Date: Tuesday 29 September
Time: 6.30–7.00 pm (AEST) | 6.00–6.30 pm (ACST) | 4.30–5.00 pm (AWST)

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Join the 2026 RACGP Specific Interests Faculty Member Meeting, where members will come together to reflect on the faculty's achievements, hear updates on current priorities and initiatives, confirm the new RACGP Specific Interests Council, and contribute to discussions that will help shape the our future direction.

Date: Tuesday 20 October
Time: 7.00–8.00 pm (AEDT) | 6.00–7.00 pm (AEST) | 6.30–7.30 pm (ACDT) | 5.30–6.30 pm (ACST) | 4.00–5.00 pm (AWST)

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The Obesity Management Specific Interest group (OM-SIG) supports GPs seeking to strengthen their confidence in delivering evidence-based, person-centred obesity care. Meetings offer collegial conversation, real-world insights, and opportunities to exchange experiences in obesity prevention, assessment, and management.

Date: Thursday 22 October
Time: 8.00–9.30 pm (AEDT) | 7.00–8.30 pm (AEST) | 7.30–9.00 pm (ACDT) | 6.30–8.00 pm (ACST) | 5.00–6.30 pm (AWST)

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Climate and Environmental Medicine Specific Interest group (CEM-SIG) meetings bring together GPs with an interest in the clinical effects of climate change and environmental exposures.

The meeting supports discussion of current challenges, real-world experiences, and practical considerations for general practice.