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17 Australians Awarded Bruce Shepherd Medal for Services To Independent Medicine
The Australian Doctors’ Federation (ADF) has awarded 16 doctors and 1 medical administrator the Bruce Shepherd Medal for services to independent medicine.
Rural Hospitals: Doctors Must Stand their Ground on Safety
It is time for the health professionals, on behalf of patients, to stand their ground on what it takes to properly assess and safely treat patients in rural hospitals, write Aniello Iannuzzi and Chris Davis
Australia’s biggest private health insurers illegally rejected thousands of claims
Originally published The Guardian by Christopher Knaus Exclusive: Leaked documents show insurers rejected claims involving pre-existing medical conditions without appointing a doctor to review evidence The nation’s biggest health insurers illegally rejected the claims...
Dr Iannuzzi Talks on Rural Healthcare
Country doctor Aniello Iannuzzi — who has worked as a GP in Coonabarabran for more than two decades — said he had watched rural health services be wound back. "You've got this vicious cycle of patients who can't get access, who can't afford access and lack of skilled...
ADF Statement on Alternative Medicine
The Australian Doctors’ Federation statement on Alternative Medicine The Australian Doctors’ Federation supports evidence-based medicine delivered by registered medical practitioners whose qualifications have been subject to the accreditation of the Australian medical...
Dr Bruce Shepherd’s Obituary
Dr Bruce Shepherd obituary as prepared by Dr John Harrison & Stephen Milgate at the request of the Australian Orthopaedic Association
Dr Ken Elliot we have not forgotten you
The ADF has not forgotten Dr Ken Elliott. We urge the Australian government and all people of good will to maintain their efforts to release this humanitarian doctor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=4&v=1UslBlilQSg
The World’s Six Best Doctors
Steve Jobs, founder of Apple, died a billionaire at age 56. This is his final essay: “I reached the pinnacle of success in the business world. To some, my life is the epitome of success. However, aside from work, I have little joy. In the end, my wealth is only a...
My Health Record Opt Out Period Must be Extended Indefinitely
Australians should be able to easily cancel their My Health Record at any time in the future, says Director of the ADF and NSW rural GP, A/Prof. Dr Aniello Iannuzzi. The decision to have an opt-out personal health record created for all Australians without their...
Bruce Shepherd And Me – A Personal Tribute
Bruce Shepherd And Me is a tribute by Jim Wilkinson OAM worked with Bruce Shepherd from 1984 until Bruce’s retirement from operative surgery.
Fighting for the right for senior doctors to work past retirement age
SENIORS need to get for their rights and make politicians realise that older people still have a voice at the ballot box, says Perth doctor K C Wan. Dr Wan has been championing the movement for fairness and justice for doctors who want to work past retirement age.
“But this is not just about doctors. Plenty of people like to keep working and should be encouraged. It’s good for you,” he said. At 74, Dr Wan has more than the average briefcase of credentials.
Dr Bruce Shepherd AM – Memorial Service
Dear Doctors, friends and colleagues of the late Dr Bruce Shepherd AM A memorial service for Dr Shepherd will be held on Thursday 07/06/18 at St Marys Catholic Church, 42 Ridge Street, North Sydney @ 11.00am In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for a consideration...