Role
The First Nations General Practice Training Committee (FNGPTC) advises the Australian Government and GP Colleges on all aspects of First Nations GP training. This includes recommendations to:
- attract more GP registrars to train in First Nations health settings
- support, attract and retain First Nations doctors in GP training
- ensure the national approach for GP training works toward Closing the Gap in health outcomes and supports a culturally safe health workforce.
Term of reference
First Nations General Practice Training Committee – Terms of reference
Members
Member | Role |
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Dr Dawn Casey | Chair |
Dr Danni Dries | Co-Deputy Chair |
Dr Tim Senior | Co-Deputy Chair |
Ms Tracey Brand | Member |
Dr Sarah Chalmers | Member |
Dr Justin Coleman | Member |
Professor Marlene Drysdale | Member |
Dr Sarah Goddard | Member |
Dr Josie Guyer | Member |
Dr Rosemary Wyber | Member |
Mr Travis Power | Member |
Dr Olivia O’Donoghue | Member |
The current membership term ends in October 2025.
Meetings
The FNGPTC will meet 4 times per year through videoconference or in person. Extra meetings may be held as required as agreed by the committee.
Communiques
First Nations General Practice Training Committee – Communiques
Related committees or groups
The General Practice Training Advisory Committee (GPTAC) provides advice to the Australian Government on how to maintain and improve outcomes of GP training. The FNGPTC will provide updates to the GPTAC.
Contact
We provide secretariat support for the FNGPTC.