In response to changes to general practice training, United General Practice Australia (UGPA) has called for a college-governed and managed general practice training environment.
Under the changes announced in May, the government plans to dismantle General Practice Education and Training (GPET), and consolidate its functions into the Department of Health (DoH).
At today’s meeting in Canberra, UGPA unanimously supported the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) in proposing a model to the Government that would see both colleges continue professional leadership.
This leadership is consistent with the Australian model of college-led medical specialist training.
UGPA acknowledges the expertise of the colleges as best placed in delivering GPs who are trained to the highest standards ensuring patients have access to safe and quality healthcare services.
UGPA will work alongside the RACGP and ACRRM in ensuring a strong and stable primary healthcare future for the general practice profession and the health of all Australians.
UGPA comprises the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), the Australian Medical Association (AMA), the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN), General Practice Registrars Australia (GPRA), General Practice Supervisors Australia (GPSA), the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), and the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA).