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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.
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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...
December 1, 2025 at 12:48 AM
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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...
RACP President governance update
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November 27, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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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.
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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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November 24, 2025 at 3:25 AM
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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
November 21, 2025 at 5:33 AM
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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...
November 21, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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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.
November 14, 2025 at 3:43 AM
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IMJ November 2025 #OpenAccess
Editor's Choice (Original Article): What does “complex” mean for the general medicine team?
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November 14, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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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
November 13, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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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
November 13, 2025 at 3:55 AM
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IMJ November (Vol 55, Iss 11) is now online
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November 13, 2025 at 2:12 AM
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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...
November 10, 2025 at 5:22 AM
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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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November 7, 2025 at 5:23 AM
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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...
November 6, 2025 at 3:14 AM
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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
November 3, 2025 at 1:22 AM
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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...
October 31, 2025 at 4:42 AM
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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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October 23, 2025 at 5:39 AM
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“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-...
October 22, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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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...
October 21, 2025 at 6:05 AM
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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/
October 21, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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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
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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October 17, 2025 at 3:02 AM
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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.
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October 16, 2025 at 6:17 AM
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IMJ October (Vol 55, Iss 10) is now online
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October 13, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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IMJ October 2025 #OpenAccess
Editor's Choice (Clinical Perspective): Hyperhidrosis: don’t sweat it
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October 14, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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IMJ October 2025 #FreeAccess
Editorial: A, B, C or D? Goals of Care: a need for a national structural framework.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:01 AM
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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...
October 13, 2025 at 5:38 AM