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Missed Tuesday night’s webinar? MIPS members can now watch the full recording on demand and earn 1 hour of CPD. This ses...
24/07/2025

Missed Tuesday night’s webinar? MIPS members can now watch the full recording on demand and earn 1 hour of CPD.

This session explores the emerging medico-legal risks facing dental practitioners, particularly when supporting patients who wish to access their superannuation early to fund treatment. Our experts share practical strategies to help you respond ethically, legally and professionally.

🎥 Watch now: qr.mips.com.au/julwodFB

🎓 Congratulations to RACGP candidates on receiving your Clinical Competency Exam (CCE) results! 🎓This milestone reflects...
23/07/2025

🎓 Congratulations to RACGP candidates on receiving your Clinical Competency Exam (CCE) results! 🎓

This milestone reflects your commitment to clinical excellence, lifelong learning and the highest standards of patient care.

Whether you’ve passed or are preparing for your next attempt, you’re one step closer to Fellowship. At MIPS, we’re proud to stand beside you on this journey.

As an RACGP education partner, we’re here to support your growth and help you navigate the changing healthcare landscape with confidence.

We’re proud to share that our Chief Medical Officer, Dr Owen Bradfield, will deliver the keynote address at the upcoming...
17/07/2025

We’re proud to share that our Chief Medical Officer, Dr Owen Bradfield, will deliver the keynote address at the upcoming Medico-Legal Society of Queensland - Annual Conference.

📅 Saturday 9 August 2025
🕗 8:50–9:10 AM
📍 JW Marriott Gold Coast

As a dual-qualified doctor and health lawyer, Owen brings 15+ years’ experience supporting doctors through complex medico-legal challenges.

He’ll also join a panel discussion exploring “How do doctors and lawyers think differently?” from 3:25–3:55 PM.

Learn more about MLSQ 2025: https://icebergevents.eventsair.com/mlsq-conference-2025/

From 2 September 2025, dental practitioners will need to comply with new Ahpra guidelines for non-surgical cosmetic proc...
15/07/2025

From 2 September 2025, dental practitioners will need to comply with new Ahpra guidelines for non-surgical cosmetic procedures. These outline clear expectations around patient safety, consent, advertising and prescribing.

Is your practice prepared? Now is the time to review your systems to ensure compliance.

Read more: https://qr.mips.com.au/guidelinesFB

AI scribes in general practice – game-changer or grey area?Our CMO, Dr Owen Bradfield will join Dr Simon Morgan (GPSA Ed...
11/07/2025

AI scribes in general practice – game-changer or grey area?

Our CMO, Dr Owen Bradfield will join Dr Simon Morgan (GPSA Education Manager) for an exclusive GPSA webinar unpacking the risks, rewards and realities of AI scribes in GP training.

Thursday 17 July 2025
8:00–9:30pm AEST
GPSA members can register now: https://qr.mips.com.au/b23df7

Learn what GP supervisors need to know about privacy, consent, accuracy, and supporting safe, informed practice.

Don’t miss the MPL Thrive25 Plenary Panels — featuring leading voices shaping the future of healthcare and medico-legal ...
10/07/2025

Don’t miss the MPL Thrive25 Plenary Panels — featuring leading voices shaping the future of healthcare and medico-legal risk.

Hear from our CEO and Thrive25 convenor Natasha Anning, on “Leading into the future: adapt, adopt and evolve”. With over five years at the helm of MIPS and a decade in executive roles across insurance and member-based organisations, Natasha brings deep expertise in risk, governance, and strategic leadership. She’s driven innovation and transformation for over 55,000 healthcare professionals and, at Thrive25, she’ll share powerful insights on adaptive leadership in a rapidly changing environment.

Also joining the plenary line-up is Dr Owen Bradfield, our Chief Medical Officer, in “What are the current and future emerging risks?”. A dual-qualified medical practitioner and health lawyer, Owen has 15 years’ experience in medical indemnity and is a leading researcher in the links between doctors’ health and legal claims. With awards including a Fulbright Scholarship and the Premier’s Award in Health and Medical Research, his perspectives on emerging risk are both sharp and deeply grounded in real-world medico-legal practice.

Insightful discussions, expert perspectives — it’s all happening at Thrive25.

Be part of the conversation: https://mplthrive25.com.au/registration/

As AI tools reshape how GPs document consultations, balancing innovation with caution is essential.Join our Chief Medica...
08/07/2025

As AI tools reshape how GPs document consultations, balancing innovation with caution is essential.

Join our Chief Medical Officer, Dr Owen Bradfield, at GPCE Melbourne as he unpacks the medico-legal risks of AI-generated transcripts and summaries — and shares practical tips to help GPs use these tools safely.

🗓 Sunday 13 July | 2:45–3:45pm
✅ Earn 1 CPD hour

🎥 Watch this short video for a sneak peek of the session: https://rebrand.ly/a17739
🔗 It's not too late to register: https://www.gpce.com.au/melbourne/en-gb.html

This NAIDOC Week we reflect on 50 years of celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achiev...
07/07/2025

This NAIDOC Week we reflect on 50 years of celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements.

We proudly support our members’ efforts to enhance the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, helping to build a future shaped by strength, vision and legacy.

It’s a time for all Australians to learn, connect and participate in events honouring the world’s oldest continuous living cultures.

Find out how you can get involved: naidoc.org.au

The Department of Health and Aged Care is increasing audits of Medicare claims made while either the practitioner or pat...
03/07/2025

The Department of Health and Aged Care is increasing audits of Medicare claims made while either the practitioner or patient is overseas.

Dr Owen Bradfield, MIPS Chief Medical Officer, outlines your obligations, how to respond to compliance letters, and tips to reduce risk.

Read the article: qr.mips.com.au/medicarebillingFB

We're at SYD25: 66th AMSA National Convention, Sydney!Maddie and Obi are on the ground, chatting with medical students a...
03/07/2025

We're at SYD25: 66th AMSA National Convention, Sydney!

Maddie and Obi are on the ground, chatting with medical students about all things membership, protection, and career support. If you’re at the convention, come say hi 👋🏼

Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion as we unpack the latest legal and regulatory issues shaping dental prac...
01/07/2025

Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion as we unpack the latest legal and regulatory issues shaping dental practice in Australia.

We'll explore:
- Claims trends and risk hot spots
- The rise of AI scribes
- Public vs private practice challenges
- Evolving scope of practice
- What to do when adverse events occur

Speakers:
Dr Owen Bradfield – MIPS Chief Medical Officer
Ms Anna McBean – MIPS Claims Specialist
Dr Gerard Clausen – Dentist (Prosthodontics), MIPS Dental Advisor

Dental members can claim 1 hour of CPD.

👉 Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your medico-legal knowledge and stay ahead of emerging risks.
Register now: https://qr.mips.com.au/julwebFB

We're proud to support the next generation of doctors at the 2025 AMSA National Convention, held 2–6 July in Sydney. If ...
30/06/2025

We're proud to support the next generation of doctors at the 2025 AMSA National Convention, held 2–6 July in Sydney.

If you're attending, be sure to visit our team and get your reusable coffee cup – a small token for a big week of growth.

Student membership is provided at no cost and includes 24/7 medico-legal advice, cover for placements, and resources to support safe practice from the very beginning.

Sign up now: qr.mips.com.au/amsa25FB

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