Dr Lucy Randall

11/08/2024

Ever said yes to doing a new thing and then thought ‘aargh, what have I done?’

That was me earlier this year when I said I’d organise a conference for an organisation that at the time didn’t formally exist.

It all started when 1000 female GPs met on online and wanted to get together to share knowledge and connect in a safe and enriching environment.

So this weekend over 100 delegates, speakers and sponsors came from all over Australia to Noosa for what many have told me is the best conference they’ve ever attended.

It’s been a privilege to host this group of smart, compassionate and strong yet vulnerable women. Supporting each other helps us to support our patients.

I don’t regret a bit of it and am so grateful to the help I’ve had from a small army of GPs who’ve been so generous with their time and energy in making this happen with me.

Will I do it again? maybe!

15/07/2024

Do you do "dangerous" sports? Particularly ones where you could fall?

As many of you know, I ride horses. In the last year I've lost several friends and acquaintances to falls from horses and it's really made me think about how I can enjoy my hobby more safely. While being with my horses brings me great joy, they also come with risk. Head and spinal injuries aren't uncommon and this is also the case with sports such a gymnastics, trampolining, mountain biking and motorcycle riding.

Yandina Pony Club arranged a fall safety clinic which taught us how to fall as safely as possible, protecting our head and spines. It was extremely informative and the practical sessions really helped us to hone our reflexes. It's a long while since I last did somersaults intentionally!

07/06/2024

Today is CrazySocks4Docs day, which is aimed to reduce the stigma of mental illness in doctors and healthcare professionals.

Female doctors are 2.7 times more likely to die by su***de than the general population and men 1.4 times more likely. For more information the reasons behind this, have a read of the attached article.

Whether you're a doctor or not, if you're struggling please reach out for help. Your GP is a good starting point and Lifeline (111314) are available on the phone 24/7. If you're a doctor needing support and don't know where to turn head to www.drs4drs.com.au.

https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/professional/you-are-not-alone-call-for-action-amid-spate-of-gp?utm_source=racgpnewsgpnewsletter&utm_campaign=newsgpedm&utm_medium=email

One regional centre’s loss of five doctors in two years is likely the tip of the iceberg, but a lack of hard data means the tragic situation is difficult to quantify.

27/05/2024

I spent this weekend with many inspiring people at the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Practice Owner's conference in Cairns. The photo shows me alongside some of our awesome female GP owners including the President of the RACGP Dr Nicole Higgins.

We all have our own reasons for clinic ownership. For me, I became aware that many GPs are working in clinics where they're unable to provide the really high-quality health care that they'd like to, and I wanted to offer something different, both to GPs and their patients. Somewhere that GPs wanted to stay long term as part of their community.

In my time as one of four Directors at The Hub Family Medical Centre and now sole Director at Ninox Health on Buderim I work to my values of integrity and compassion, both as a doctor and as a business owner. I don't always get things right and there are bumps in the road, but I'll keep reflecting, learning and adapting to be the best I can be for myself, my colleagues and my patients.

08/05/2024

We are very proud to share a recent post from the Australian Society for Psychological Medicine on our very own Dr Lucy Randall whom is passionate and an advocate for Mental Health.

Dr Lucy consults from the clinic at The Hub Family Medical Centre. For bookings see HotDoc link below or contact one of our friendly receptionist to make a booking.

Alternatively, The Hub Family Medical Centre has a team Specialist General Practitioners who are highly experienced and will work collaboratively with each patient they care for.

Bookings via HotDoc or Phone us 07 5433 1500.
https://automedsystems.com.au/ams/clinics/6327/burpengary-morayfield-hub-medical-centre-burpengary-east-4505/doctors/

21/04/2024

Last night the team at Ninox Health on Buderim supported the work of LifeFlight by attending their Gala Dinner at Novotel-Twin Waters Resort.

Not only was this a time for connection and fun, but also to celebrate the tireless and challenging work that LifeFlight do by providing life saving aeromedical aid to the people of Queensland 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

If you’d like to know more about LifeFlight and how you can support them please go to LifeFlight.org.au