Dr Michael Gannon re-elected as AMA (WA) President

AMA (WA) President Dr Michael Gannon has been re-elected for a second one-year term.

Dr Gannon, an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, and who was first elected as State President in June last year, was re-elected to the top position unopposed.

“It is an honour to represent the medical profession and to fight for public health for WA. It is an even greater honour to be elected to the position a second time,” Dr Gannon said.

“The past year has seen a number of positive results for health in WA, and it gives me great pride to have contributed in a range of ways to health policy in our state," he said. 

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Ambulance ramping ban bad for health: AMA (WA)

AMA (WA) President Dr Michael Gannon has spoken out against Health Minister Dr Kim Hames' plan to ban ambulance ramping, arguing that the idea would not fix patient wait times and would only increase pressure on hospital staff.

Dr Gannon said that increased ramping times were symptomatic of WA's hospital bed shortage and the only cure was to invest in public health.

Dr Gannon said that while the ban would take pressure off paramedics, it would only increase pressure on hospital staff.

"You can't keep asking the doctors and nurses who work in hospitals to do the same amount with less," he said.

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AMA (WA) wins award at National Conference

The AMA (WA)'s work on the Part-Time Portal was recognised at this year's Federal AMA National Conference, earning the Association an award in the 'Most Innovative Use of Website or New Media' category.

The judges said the Part-time Doctor Portal showed initiative and vision in using an online service to fulfil an unmet need.

Considering Western Australia’s vast size and the enormous distances between its communities, having hospitals and junior doctors engage online through the portal helps bridge these great expanses and unite the AMA (WA) community.

Special mention goes to the Doctors-in-Training Committee and AMA (WA) Membership Manager Caela Del-Prete for getting this initiative off the ground and ready to use.

 

The AMA (WA) website is now mobile responsive

Good news, the AMA (WA) is now fine-tuned for your mobile or tablet device! 

Following Google's recent algorithm update which favours mobile-friendly web pages, the AMA (WA) has taken the steps necessary to ensure the website is mobile responsive. 

Any feedback on the mobile responsive site is welcomed - simply contact us via email. 

AMA (WA) Charity Gala Dinner

Bookings are now open for the AMA (WA) Charity Gala Dinner and Awards Night to be held on Saturday 1 August 2015 at the Crown Perth Ballroom.

Please join us for a magical night of celebration, entertainment and prizes.

For all queries or to reserve your table at the dinner, please contact Skye Connor on 9273 3028 or via email.

Bookings can also be made on the AMA (WA) website.

Please note, following your completed online registration you will be redirected to the AMA (WA) homepage, and a confirmation email of your successful booking will be sent to your email address.

Western Suburbs practice after-hours work

This is a very successful family practice in the Western Suburbs. Due to strong local patient demand, the practice is starting an after-hours GP service and seek expressions of interest from VR’d GP’s who are able to regularly commit to working one or more sessions.

You will be have the support of the very experienced practice leadership team, and will be well paid.

Contact Marg Templeton or Dave Bell via email or 9273 3000 to discuss.

VR’d GP to work in Western Suburbs practice with excellent facilities

We’re working with a small local practice who have a vacant consulting room, treatment room, nursing support, and patients to ready for you to see.

The population includes a high proportion of elderly, and it would be beneficial to do home visits. This is a permanent opportunity, working in a mixed billing environment, can be on either full-time or part-time basis, and will be a rewarding post.
 

Contact Dave Bell to discuss on 9273 3000 or via email.

After-hours work - all areas of Perth Metro

We are working with a Home Deputising Service requiring Doctors who are available to cover a range of weekday evenings, and weekend shifts. This is very well paid work and can help broaden your clinical exposure.

Previous experience in similar After Hours, or Out of Hours settings will be very beneficial. Positions ideally suit VR’d GPs.
 

If this is something that you are interested in, please contact Dave Bell to discuss on 9273 3000.

AMA Medical Products 2015 EOFY promotion

AMA (WA) Medical Products has launched its 2015 End of Financial Year (EOFY) Promotion!

Please click the link to see our large range of medical products with super savings and bonuses. 

From spirometers to stethoscopes, defibrillators to diagnostic sets, AMA (WA) Medical Products has all the equipment you need.

Also remember to check out the back page of our promo where you can access INR and urine test strips, skin glue and single use thermometers at the lowest prices nationally. 

Our customer service team  will be waiting to take your call. Contact us on (08) 9273 3022 or via email for more information. 

Are you storm ready?

We have already received calls from customers with water damage to their homes, following the rain we have had recently. After a long summer, the change in weather always seems to surprise us and we are reminded to do our pre-winter maintenance around the property.

For information on what to do if there is storm damage to your roof, including steps to reduce your risk of storm damage, please click here.

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