About the Rural Generalist of the Year award
The Rural Generalist of the Year award recognizes an exceptional Rural Generalist Fellow (FRACGP-RG or FARGP) who demonstrates a commitment to improve the health and wellbeing of communities in rural or remote Australia.
Nominees for this award must be nominated by two nominators (one nominator and one seconder). Nominations can be made by two RACGP Fellows, or one Fellow and one member of the RACGP.
Nominations will be judged on the following criteria:
- demonstrated commitment to the rural generalist profession
- demonstrated commitment to professional development as a rural generalist
- evidence of service to rural patients
- evidence of commitment and service to the rural practice in which the nominee works
- evidence of service to the rural community in which the nominee practices or has practiced
Nominations for all awards will close at 9:00am AEST on Monday 1 June 2026.
Submit your nomination
2025 Winner
The 2025 Rural Generalist of the Year was awarded to Dr James McLeod. Dr McLeod is a standout Rural Generalist whose decade of service in Renmark has strengthened local care, expanded rural training, and improved access for some of the region’s most underserved communities. A highly skilled clinician, educator and mentor, he is admired for his leadership, advanced emergency and palliative care expertise, and unwavering commitment to his patients and community.
