Australian Medical Association (WA)

Australian Medical Association (WA) The AMA (WA) is Western Australia's largest independent professional organisation for medical practitioners.

As a member of the AMA you are part of the nation's peak medical group representing over 28,000 doctors Australia-wide. The AMA (WA) is the largest independent professional organisation for medical practitioners and medical students in Western Australia

The AMA (WA) looks after the professional and industrial needs of members at all stages of their careers, and is committed to advancing the medic

al profession. The Association is dedicated to protecting individual members and the collective interests of all doctors, be they working in WA's public hospital system, running a private practice or providing services in community health centres in the rural and remote parts of the state. The AMA (WA) negotiates and lobbies policy makers to represent the views and interests of the medical profession and to promote the welfare of patients to all those associated with the provision of health care within Western Australia and at a federal level. Patient care and public health are high priorities to members of the AMA, and the AMA (WA) also campaigns tirelessly for the rights of patients, better public health services, guaranteed freedom of choice in the private system and the right to retain access to Australia's high standards of medicine. The AMA campaigns on welfare issues affecting a community of over 2.1 million patients across the state of WA.

AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath was among a panel of leaders who came together at a Business News event, The Future of ...
06/09/2025

AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath was among a panel of leaders who came together at a Business News event, The Future of Aged Care, to discuss how the sector should move forward amid significant changes impacting the nation.

A general consensus among panellists at the event was a desire for a united vision not only among aged care providers, but disability, health, early childhood, veteran services, and housing providers.

Dr Hoath said communication among stakeholders would help identify key pressure areas in care.

“Over time, [we can] be a little bit more proactive rather than reactionary,” he said.

Read more at the AMA WA website https://pulse.ly/ynldqks58w

AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath spoke to The West Australian about lead contamination in PCH’s water.“While we understa...
05/09/2025

AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath spoke to The West Australian about lead contamination in PCH’s water.

“While we understand that remediation action was taken, and there have been no similar incidents in recent times, it would be preferable if doctors and other health professionals on the site were aware of any such occurrences,” Dr Hoath said.

“Simply relying on scrutiny of internal operations by outside sources to expose problems and prompt responses is not the optimal way of dealing with the staff for whom this is their workplace, nor the patients and families using the vital services provided at PCH.

“We expect that any future instances of exceedance of lead levels, or any similar work safety concerns that require remediation are communicated by PCH management to doctors on the site in the most appropriate and timely manner.”

Read the full story here https://pulse.ly/6bt3mz8pzx

AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath took part in a panel discussion at a Business News Sector Briefing: The Future of Aged ...
03/09/2025

AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath took part in a panel discussion at a Business News Sector Briefing: The Future of Aged Care at Crown Ballroom.

Fellow panelists were Amana Living CEO Stephanie Buckland, Silverchain WA Group Executive Director Renee Lavell, and Brightwater Care Group CEO Dr Catherine Stoddart. The moderator was Amber Crosthwaite, Lead Partner, Aged Care, Seniors Living & Disability, Lavan. Keynote speaker was WA Health Director General Dr Shirley Bowen.

📢📢📢Help grow the collective voice of the AMA (WA) and enjoy savings on your membership fees!The greater our voice, the m...
02/09/2025

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Help grow the collective voice of the AMA (WA) and enjoy savings on your membership fees!

The greater our voice, the more successful we can be to advocate on a diverse range of issues for the benefit of the entire profession, provide WA doctors with greater resources, and deliver better workplace relations services.

And you'll also get credits to go towards your membership fees for each new member you refer. See our website for full details https://pulse.ly/pqwrhbxmh8

02/09/2025

📈 Build a Stronger Practice 📈
Medical professionals, are you planning to establish or restructure your private practice？

Join us for the MEDCON Financial and Business Series: Private Practice Essentials - Setup, Structure and Strategy, presented by AMA Financial Services.

Hear from Greg Rouland CA, Client Manager at Hartley Financial, as he shares expert insights on choosing the right business structure, managing cash flow, understanding tax obligations and building long term financial security.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 24 September 2025
📍 Location: AMA (WA), 8-10 Stirling Hwy, Nedlands
💰 FREE for AMA (WA) members and AMA Financial Services clients
💰 $20 + GST for non-members

Spaces are limited. Register now to secure your place.
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/medcon-fb-series-private-practice-essentials-setup-structure-strategy-tickets-1629259000529?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/09/2025

AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath spoke to the media about another record ambulance ramping result for August.

The State Government must urgently find solutions to the ongoing issues that have created this situation, otherwise we are headed towards disaster.

This can't be the new normal.

Nominations for the AMA (WA) Awards 2025 are now open! 🏆🌟Celebrating excellence in our medical community by recognising ...
31/08/2025

Nominations for the AMA (WA) Awards 2025 are now open! 🏆🌟

Celebrating excellence in our medical community by recognising the outstanding contributions of our colleagues.

See the AMA (WA) website for information about categories and how to nominate.

MEDBALL IS BACK! 💃🕺We are delighted to announce the return of MEDBALL, which will be held at The Ritz-Carlton Perth on S...
30/08/2025

MEDBALL IS BACK! 💃🕺

We are delighted to announce the return of MEDBALL, which will be held at The Ritz-Carlton Perth on Saturday 1 November 2025.

Join us for an evening of fine wine and food, live entertainment, and celebration as we come together to recognise our profession and the 2025 AMA (WA) Award winners.

Plus, it's a fantastic opportunity to network while supporting the AMA (WA) Foundation, Dr YES, and initiatives for young Western Australians' health and mental wellbeing through a silent auction.

Secure your table of 10 or purchase individual tickets today!

29/08/2025

The AMA (WA) has welcomed news that iHerb has suspended the sale of melatonin products to Australia due to child overdose concerns.

President Dr Kyle Hoath explained that buying medications online from overseas companies can be risky because we can't be certain what's in them, and there's no opportunity to speak with a pharmacist about what's safe.

It's really important that people seek help from their doctor or their health specialist to figure out what's going on with issues like troubled sleep, rather than just buying melatonin online.

West Australians are struggling more than the rest of the country to afford essential items like soap, shampoo, deodoran...
27/08/2025

West Australians are struggling more than the rest of the country to afford essential items like soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste and period products, according to a survey run by charity Good360 Australia.

AMA (WA) infectious diseases and microbiology spokesman Dr Jonathan Chambers warns that this could cause serious physical and mental health issues.

Dr Chambers said not being able to clean yourself or your home properly could lead to skin infections like cellulitis, impetigo and golden staph, as well as respiratory infections including the flu and RSV, and diarrhoeal diseases.

One in seven people had found it hard to afford personal hygiene products in the past six months, while almost one in six were struggling to buy cleaning items.

Almost 12% of the Western Australians surveyed were skipping hygiene products to afford other essentials.

In his President's Blog, AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath writes about an eventful fortnight in our public health system...
27/08/2025

In his President's Blog, AMA (WA) President Dr Kyle Hoath writes about an eventful fortnight in our public health system.

After expressing his weariness over the constant references to our ‘world-class’ health system, reports started to emerge about a range of ongoing maintenance issues at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH), including plumbing issues, leaking “radioactive waste”, human excrement in the intensive care unit, mould and a possible legionella exposure.

Initially, these concerns were downplayed by the Government, but then a two-year, $50 million Health Asset Maintenance Fund was announced, to address serious infrastructure challenges facing SCGH, Royal Perth Hospital (RPH), and Armadale Health Service.

While we welcome the fund, it represents only a fraction of what is needed to maintain safe, functional hospital environments.

The 2026 WA Rural Health Excellence Awards are a chance to shine the spotlight on rural health professionals who dedicat...
26/08/2025

The 2026 WA Rural Health Excellence Awards are a chance to shine the spotlight on rural health professionals who dedicate their time, skills and passion to enhancing the lives of people living in regional, rural and remote communities across the State.

Each year, health professionals across a range of disciplines are recognised for achieving excellence in their profession and demonstrating a strong commitment to keeping our rural communities healthy.

Nominations are now open. See the link in the comments, and please share with your colleagues.

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As a member of the AMA you are part of the nation's peak medical group representing over 28,000 doctors Australia-wide. The AMA (WA) looks after the professional and industrial needs of members at all stages of their careers, and is committed to advancing the medical profession. The Association is dedicated to protecting individual members and the collective interests of all doctors, be they working in WA's public hospital system, running a private practice or providing services in community health centres in the rural and remote parts of the state. The AMA (WA) negotiates and lobbies policy makers to represent the views and interests of the medical profession and to promote the welfare of patients to all those associated with the provision of health care within Western Australia and at a federal level. Patient care and public health are high priorities to members of the AMA, and the AMA (WA) campaigns tirelessly for the rights of patients, better public health services, guaranteed freedom of choice in the private system and the right to retain access to Australia's high standards of medicine. The AMA campaigns on welfare issues affecting a community of over 2.1 million patients across the state of WA.