AMA Queensland
The peak professional body for doctors in Queensland.
https://www.amaq.com.au
- AMA Queensland urges a 50-50 federal-state funding split to reduce bed block and improve care. “Public hospitals are as critical as major roads,” says Dr Nick Yim. Read more: www.amaq.com.au/Web/News/Med... #HealthEquity #HospitalFunding
- Ahpra and the Medical Board of Australia will not impose mandatory health checks on older doctors, citing little evidence of need. This sensible decision follows strong advocacy by AMA Queensland and ASADA leaders, and reflects key issues raised at AMA Queensland’s Senior Doctor Conference.
- President Dr Nick Yim joined Premier David Crisafulli and Health Minister Tim Nicholls to call for more aged care and NDIS funding to get “stranded” patients out of public hospitals and into suitable care.
- AMA Queensland welcomes the appointment of Dr Marianne Gale to the role of Queensland's Chief Health Officer. Dr Gale is a highly regarded public health expert who provided strong leadership for NSW as Deputy CHO during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more: bit.ly/4gZZsq8
- AMA Queensland President Dr Nick Yim joined Chief Health Officer Dr Heidi Carroll to highlight the essential role of GPs in keeping Queenslanders healthy and out of hospital - now is the time to get vaccinated! Read more: www.ama.com.au/qld/news/vac...
- Ahead of this year’s state budget, we are calling for a renewed focus on improving planned surgery outcomes as patients continue to suffer from inequitable access and lengthy wait times. Read more Our website: www.ama.com.au/qld/news/Sta... The Cairns Post: www.cairnspost.com.au/lifestyle/he...
- In the lead up to this year's state budget, we're calling for a renewed focus on planned surgery outcomes as patients continue to suffer from inequitable access and lengthy wait times. “The term ‘elective surgery’ often doesn’t stress how crucial these operations are to patients’ quality of life."
- Marking International Lyme Disease Awareness Month, AMA Queensland President Dr Nick Yim spoke with ABC Radio about the disease and key recommendations from a recent Senate inquiry into its impact in Australia. You can read the full interview below.
- Behind the scenes on a beautiful Brisbane morning! Our Immediate Past President Dr Maria Boulton appeared on TODAY the morning after the federal election to discuss what the health sector wants to see delivered. You can read the transcript here: www.ama.com.au/qld/news/Dr-...
- Meet Dr Sarah Springer - Wiradjuri woman, rural generalist, leader in First Nations health, and a force for change. “In this line of work, you have to be very intent and specific with what you’re trying to do – you don't speak for everyone, but at the same time, you've got to speak for somebody."
- AMA Queensland President Dr Nick Yim spoke to 7 News Cairns about Labor’s promised $200 million health hotline. “We are asking for longer consultations, Medicare rebates that keep up with the times and to stop having bandaid solutions that fragment care,” Dr Yim told 7 News. bit.ly/4k3oYuZ
- Today marks the final day of Queensland's only fixed pill testing service, CheQpoint, despite the continued detection of synthetic opioids in our community. AMA Queensland President Dr Nick Yim spoke to the ABC about our concerns for community health without an early warning system in place.
- Celebrating National Doctors' Day! Why do you love being a doctor? youtu.be/RtkyOV-u4Wc #nationaldoctorsday #2025nationaldoctorsday #nationaldoctorsdayaustralia
- AMA Queensland has been a strong advocate for pill testing services as a harm minimisation strategy. "If pill testing can save even one life, it is money well spent – for families, parents, grandparents and loved ones in the community," AMA Queensland President Dr Nick Yim said.
- AMA Queensland Councillor Dr Mikaela Seymour warns Queenslanders about the continuing presence of melioidosis. “Now that the floodwaters have gone down people are feeling reassured, but we’re just trying to get that message out that until the mud dries out we still need to take precautions.”
- Ahpra is launching a new regulatory operating system this Monday. Here is everything you need to know. #Ahpra #HealthPractitionerRegulation #MedicalRegulation
- "After the cyclone, Queenslanders just get out there and clean up," Dr Maria Boulton told the Today Show. But, "please protect yourselves. If you get a cut, make sure it's treated properly, if you have protective gear, please wear it. We don't want to lose any lives to this cyclone."
- Preparing your practice for Tropical Cyclone Alfred?🌪️ Our Workplace Relations Team has created some frequently asked questions to help you prepare for temporary practice closure.
- With Tropical Cyclone Alfred hovering on the Queensland coast, we're here to keep you up-to-date.
- Cyclone Alfred is set to bring heavy rainfall to the south east later this week. While melioidosis is less common in subtropical areas like Brisbane, it is still important to take precautions around contaminated water, mud and soil. Our thoughts remain with families affected by the NQ floods.
- Ensuring access to medicines, maintaining communication and prioritising personal safety should be top priorities as the cyclone approaches. AMA Queensland encourages residents to stay connected with their neighbours, family and healthcare providers as needed.
- Cook Shire Council is the latest to vote against water fluoridation. AMA Queensland, with Dr Sarah Coll, continue advocating for the proven health benefits of fluoride in our water. Let’s put community health first!
- More must be done to ensure all patients can access the care they need. The government has only promised an increase in the bulk billing incentive for GPs, but the underlying issue is the initial Medicare rebate for patients - it hasn't changed for decades or kept up with inflation.
- The Communicable Diseases Branch of Queensland Health has been providing us with regular updates on Mpox in Queensland. We have been sharing these on our website for practitioners and the general public. You can stay up to date with these updates here: www.ama.com.au/qld/news/Mpo...
- Queensland’s private maternity care is under pressure. In response to more private maternity units closing across the country, AMA Queensland President Dr Nick Yim told the Courier Mail that action is urgently needed to prevent more closures across the country. You can read the full story below.
- Private maternity units play an essential role in relieving pressure on our overwhelmed public system. However, we're continuing to see closures across the state due to workforce pressures, rising costs and inadequate private health insurance rebates. We must act now to prevent more closures.
- Healthscope closes two maternity services, fears for third, by Cate Swannell. Meanwhile, a peak body for ob/gyns says if Bupa is allowed to buy Healthscope hospitals, we’re on a track to US-style managed care. www.healthservicesdaily.com.au/healthscope-... #medsky #hospitals #maternity
- The impact of floodwater on communities and public health can be destructive - devastation we're seeing unfold across North Queensland. Melioidosis can lurk in contaminated water, mud and soil, putting flood-affected communities at risk. Our thoughts are with all families affected by the floods.
