Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM)

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) The only college in Australia dedicated to rural, remote and First Nations healthcare.

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC) for setting professional medical standards for training, assessment, certification and continuing professional development in the specialty of general practice. We are the only College in Australia dedicated to rural and remote medicine, and we play an important role in supporting junior doctors and medical students considering a career in rural medicine. We are committed to delivering sustainable, high-quality health services to rural and remote communities by providing:
- Quality education programs
- Innovative support, and
- Strong representation for doctors who serve those communities.

29/09/2025

Final intake for 2025! Thrive in rural medicine with ACRRM’s newly developed HEART course – starting 11 November.

Delivered online over four weeks, the course will help you strengthen your well-being, build resilience, and sustain a fulfilling career in rural practice.

Course start date: Tuesday 11 November 2025
CPD Hours: 20
Fee: $620 members | $685 non-members
Limited places remaining.
Register now: https://bit.ly/486M8Om

25/09/2025

Do you take small moments in your day to ground yourself, beyond all the roles you play?

In this new episode of RG Life Hacks, Dr Susan Tyler-Freer explores how registrars’ own experiences of trauma can shape the way they learn, work, and respond to feedback.

In conversation with Dr Emily Moody, Dr Tyler-Freer unpacks how trauma-informed care principles apply to medical education — from the impact of developmental trauma and neurodiversity on learning styles, clinical reasoning, and resilience, to how understanding ACEs can improve feedback, reduce harm, and support professional identity development.

The discussion also highlights why clinical supervision is essential for registrars and educators to process the emotional toll of rural generalist practice.

A powerful listen for registrars, supervisors, and educators committed to creating safer, more supportive training environments.

Listen here: https://bit.ly/48xFVLi

🎙️ Our original podcast, RG Life Hacks, has a fresh new look!We’ve updated the branding to give it a distinct identity t...
25/09/2025

🎙️ Our original podcast, RG Life Hacks, has a fresh new look!

We’ve updated the branding to give it a distinct identity that still sits proudly under the ACRRM podcast banner, alongside Supervisors’ Compass.

RG Life Hacks is here to support you through life on the ACRRM Rural Generalist Fellowship Program - with real stories, practical tips, and insights that matter.

🎧 Explore our growing suite of podcasts designed for Rural Generalists: https://bit.ly/3Kl2dpA

21/09/2025

We’re celebrating a defining moment for rural healthcare.

Rural Generalist Medicine is now officially recognised as a specialty in Australia — a win decades in the making.

This recognition honours the skills, dedication, and impact of Rural Generalists, and the vital role they play across rural, remote and First Nations communities.

Today we celebrate our members and partners who made this possible — and the stronger future this creates for rural healthcare.

A historic milestone for rural healthcare. Rural Generalist (RG) recognition is now official, with Rural Generalist Medi...
20/09/2025

A historic milestone for rural healthcare.

Rural Generalist (RG) recognition is now official, with Rural Generalist Medicine formally recognised as Australia’s newest specialty field.

This achievement is the result of decades of advocacy and leadership by ACRRM, our members and partners, who have championed the vital role that Rural Generalists play in meeting rural, remote and First Nations community health outcomes. Rural Generalists deliver comprehensive primary care together with specific emergency care and advanced specialised services in procedural and non-procedural practice.

This milestone will help attract, train, and retain more doctors where they are needed most, ensuring communities can continue to access the high-quality care they deserve, close to home.

This is just the beginning. Together, we are shaping a stronger future for rural healthcare.

Read more: https://bit.ly/42wijTy

Time is running out to apply for the Rural and Remote Community Support Grant, with applications closing 1 October. The...
19/09/2025

Time is running out to apply for the Rural and Remote Community Support Grant, with applications closing 1 October.

The grant provides up to $50,000 to support community-led projects that strengthen local healthcare delivery and directly support the recruitment and retention of doctors in rural, remote and First Nations communities.

Eligible projects could include programs to attract and retain doctors, initiatives to improve accommodation availability, or bringing healthcare to areas that need it most through mobile clinics. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity.

Learn more and apply now at: https://bit.ly/3IqP91e

Check our Dr Trevor Burchall’s top Q3 Online Learning course picks for your CPD.Clinical Bytes - Men's Health (2 CPD hrs...
18/09/2025

Check our Dr Trevor Burchall’s top Q3 Online Learning course picks for your CPD.

Clinical Bytes - Men's Health (2 CPD hrs): Explore the physical, social and cultural factors impacting rural men, and learn the most relevant screening to support better outcomes.
Enrol here: https://bit.ly/4nuBoh4

Clinical Bytes - Travel Medicine (2 CPD hrs): Walk through real-life case studies to gain confidence in advising patients on vaccines, malaria prophylaxis and safe travel essentials.
Enrol here: https://bit.ly/3K6M9I0

STI and HIV Care (1 CPD hr): Build practical skills to manage consultations with confidence, from prevention and testing to treatment and follow-up care.
Enrol here: https://bit.ly/46vHirj

Keep your skills sharp — explore these courses today!

17/09/2025

Have you tuned into the new ACRRM podcast, Supervisors' Compass? Episode one features Dr James Best who speaks with Professor Richard Hays about the highs, lows, and tricky moments of supervising registrars on the ACRRM Rural Generalist Fellowship program.

They share reflections on the energy perspective registrars bring, the collegiality of a supportive practice, and strategies for navigating challenges in ways that strengthen both supervisors and registrars.

Listen to episode one, "The Good the Bad and the Ugly of Supervising" wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/3VkV9vu

We were delighted to meet Dr Asferd Mengesha Woldemicael, ACRRM’s very first Territory Trekker Bursary recipient, at the...
15/09/2025

We were delighted to meet Dr Asferd Mengesha Woldemicael, ACRRM’s very first Territory Trekker Bursary recipient, at the inaugural RDA Rural and Remote Medicine Conference in Darwin this weekend.

The conference brought together rural and remote doctors from across Australia to share knowledge, celebrate achievements, and discuss the future of rural generalism.

Our members also enjoyed the opportunity to connect and strengthen relationships at our NT Member Networking event.

Kicking off today in Garramilla (Darwin) is the very first NT Rural and Remote Medicine Conference, hosted by the Rural ...
12/09/2025

Kicking off today in Garramilla (Darwin) is the very first NT Rural and Remote Medicine Conference, hosted by the Rural Doctors Association Australia NT Chapter.

ACRRM is proud to be gold sponsor of this inaugural event, which has drawn Rural Generalist leaders from across Australia to share insights on the unique challenges and opportunities of delivering care in some of the country’s most remote communities.

We’re also delighted to support the next generation of Rural Generalists through the ACRRM Territory Trekker Bursary — this year awarded to Dr Asferd Mengesha Woldemicael, Resident Medical Officer at Alice Springs Hospital.

The bursary covers conference registration and travel support, giving Dr Woldemicael the opportunity to connect with peers and mentors, and learn from Rural Generalists leading the way in rural, remote, and First Nations healthcare.

🙌 We look forward to an inspiring few days of learning, connection, and collaboration.

Read more: https://bit.ly/46gw9dX

🎙️A new podcast for Rural Generalist supervisors is here!Supervisors’ Compass is a brand-new ACRRM podcast stream create...
11/09/2025

🎙️A new podcast for Rural Generalist supervisors is here!

Supervisors’ Compass is a brand-new ACRRM podcast stream created especially for Rural Generalist (RG) supervisors, or those interested in becoming a supervisor.

Designed as your “guide” on the supervision journey, this podcast brings you real stories, practical strategies, and expert reflections to support and inspire you in shaping the next generation of RGs.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.

https://bit.ly/4noK6xb

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