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Latest news and analysis from the RANZCP.
Day in the life
A day in the life of a forensic registrarEver wondered what it's like to be a psychiatrist? This series explores a day in the life of psychia...
Update
Aotearoa New Zealand Election 2023The New Zealand general election is just two months away, and conversations with key candidates are ...
Opinion
Family and domestic violenceA coroner’s inquest in Victoria (2021-22) triggered a recommendation that all psychiatrists undertak...
Even if CPD was not compulsory, I would maintain my peer review groups, as these are great for obtai...
Trainee news
Options for trainees to provide feedbackTrainees are strongly encouraged to provide feedback regarding an inadequate post so that concerns c...
Update
President's Column July 2023An update from RANZCP President, Dr Elizabeth Moore, on College activities, achievements and news.
Policy
Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) case conferences (Australia)Psychiatrists can now access new MBS item numbers for mental health case conferences under Better Ac...
Policy
New reforms in Australian health regulationFifteen new reforms came into effect on 15 May and aim to strengthen public protection.
The NSW Court of Appeal has confirmed that plaintiffs do not have a “right to record” assessments ca...
Update
Psychiatry Interest Forum (PIF) program at 2023 CongressEach year at Congress, PIF delivers a tailored concurrent program for its members, providing valuabl...
News
Opioid dependence treatment medicines (Australia) – changes to access from 1 July 2023In Australia, access to opioid dependence treatment (ODT) is changing.
Update
New guidance for members for sharing information from committeesThe Board has approved changes to the Deed of Undertaking in response to member feedback about trans...
