RACGP SA&NT is pleased to announce the winners for the 2019 faculty awards.
SA&NT General Practitioner of the Year – Dr David Lam
Dr Lam is a young and passionate GP, based in Port Lincoln. He was the first-ever medical student to complete a clinical placement in Port Lincoln, who then returned to the region as a general practice registrar and then remained to serve the community as a GP Fellow.
He pursues a variety of specialist interests, including child and adolescent health, Aboriginal health, mental health, drug and alcohol issues, chronic disease management and emergency medicine. He is creative in the use of information technology and online multimedia for health promotion and patient education, and is actively involved in registrar supervision and teaching, mentoring and support.
SA&NT General Practice Supervisor of the Year – Dr Raphael Torome
Dr Torome practices at the Barmera Medical Clinic and has been a supervisor in the general practice training program since 2008. He is a supportive, knowledgeable and highly respected mentor and supervisor. Registrars working under Dr Torome’s supervision are encouraged to believe in their abilities and new skills are taught with patience and easy-to-understand clinical reasoning. His commitment to training and mentoring has been described as ‘second to none’.
SA&NT General Practice Registrar of the Year – Dr Rebecca Mott-Lake
Dr Mott-Lake is commended for her commitment and excellent work ethic. She is regarded highly by patients and by the staff in the practice where she works. She is committed to furthering her education and providing a high level of care to her local community.
SA&NT General Practice of the Year – Hawkins Medical Clinic
Hawkins Medical Clinic, a 24-hour general practice service located in Mount Gambier, has been in operation for almost 70 years. They are the largest general practice outside of metropolitan Adelaide, currently employing 27 GPs. The practice aims to provide a high quality of care to the local community. It also has a strong commitment to training at all levels and is the only general practice in the south-east of South Australia that hosts registrars, interns and medical students.