General Practice Archives

Provider Spotlight: eMedici

Founded in Adelaide, eMedici supports Australian medical students and clinicians with high-quality, localised learning tools - from MCQs to clinical cases.

Does an ACL rupture always need surgery?

With ACL reconstructions rising in Australia, evidence is mounting for non-operative rehab and modern repair methods. Which patients really need surgery - and when?

Course Spotlight: Is your patient fit to fly?

Altitude affects more than pilots. Discover how the Aviation Health Academy equips clinicians to make safe, evidence-based fitness-to-fly decisions.

Time to Rethink Long-Term Antidepressant Use

One in seven Australians now takes antidepressants - many for years without review. Explore the clinical risks, prescribing concerns, and calls for change.

GPs Recognised in 2025 King’s Birthday Honours List

This year’s King’s Birthday Honours celebrate the quiet, enduring impact of rural general practice in Australia, spotlighting two GPs whose legacy goes far beyond medicine.

Will an $8.5 Billion Medicare Investment Make a Ripple?

The Albanese Government’s $8.5B Medicare plan expands bulk-billing incentives and aims to boost GP access while raising questions about viability for practices.

Should GPs Screen for CKD with Risk Factors?

Chronic kidney disease often progresses silently. Early detection through risk-based screening in primary care can improve outcomes and reduce the burden of ESKD.

Hamilton Island GP Conference 2025

Join the Hamilton Island GP Conference 2025 for expert-led CPD education in a stunning tropical setting. Learn, unwind, and connect with fellow practitioners.

The Carnivore Diet Conundrum

The carnivore diet is gaining popularity, but emerging evidence links it to severe hyperlipidaemia and metabolic risks. What should healthcare professionals watch for?

New Cases of Japanese Encephalitis Virus in Australia

This article explores the recent increase in Japanese Encephalitis (JEV) cases in Australia. It highlights the importance of early diagnosis, vaccination, and community awareness in mitigating the impact of this mosquito-borne disease.