AMA Queensland

02/01/2026

Do you have any travel plans for 2026?

AMA Queensland is thrilled to be holding the Annual Conference for 2026 in Copenhagen, Denmark with support from our corporate partner Orbit World Travel Australia.
Our AMA Queensland International Annual Conference has a long and proud history of bringing doctors together to discuss key issues facing the profession while immersed in unique tourism destinations.

Register before 3 February 2026 and go in the draw to win the early bird prize:
👉 Accommodation upgrade
👉 Your choice of two (2) half day optional tours for two (2) people
👉 Early Bird prize valued at over A$2500

Register now: https://www.amaq.com.au/EventDetail?EventKey=QLD260920A

01/01/2026

As we begin 2026, AMA Queensland President Dr Nick Yim reflects on the importance of membership for doctors at every stage of their career.

Keep the momentum going - renew your membership and stay part of shaping the future of medicine.

Renew today: https://www.amaq.com.au/Web/ContactManagement/MembershipRenewal.aspx

31/12/2025

Dr Emma Hodge, Chair of AMA Queensland Doctors in Training Committee is supporting the AMA Queensland Foundation Christmas appeal, raising funds to increase services and support for mental health and su***de prevention in Queensland.

Data shows that one occupation sub-group at increased risk of su***de in our community is health professionals.

Make a donation to this lifesaving cause: https://www.amaqfoundation.com.au/donation/

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Christmas inspiring music by Paul Yudin from pixabay

30/12/2025

ENTERTAINMENT BOGO!

Now and right through to 7 January, you can take advantage of Entertainment’s buy-one-get-one free membership purchase plus a free multi-city upgrade on both!

Save up to 50% on dining, shopping and things to do across Australia and New Zealand.

A great way to support AMA Queensland Foundation and smash your gift list in one go. Offer ends 7 January.
Purchase your Membership here:

https://subscribe.entertainment.com.au/fundraiser/9a69268

27/12/2025

Dr Emma Hodge, Chair of AMA Queensland Committee of Doctors in Training, shares her support for AMA Queensland

Thank you for being part of AMA Queensland in 2025. Let’s keep the momentum going - renew your membership now and continue shaping the future of medicine in 2026.

Renew today: https://www.amaq.com.au/Web/ContactManagement/MembershipRenewal.aspx

23/12/2025

The AMA Queensland Foundation Chair Dr Dilip Dhupelia extends a warm message of thanks to all supporters this festive season.

In our 25th year, the Foundation has had a huge year and is proud to have been a part of some amazing projects supporting better health in Queensland.

Continuing the legacy of our Medical Student Scholarship program, we awarded scholarships to four medical students who were experiencing financial hardship to help them continue their studies. Two have just graduated as doctors in Queensland. We provided research and training bursaries to three GPs and GP Registrars in 2025. We also supported the training of five new Bereaved Parent Mentors with the Ladybird Care Foundation and provided grants to nine organisations helping Queenslanders experiencing domestic and family violence.

This Christmas, we are proud to be raising funds for the important social cause of mental health and su***de prevention. Through the incredible generosity of our supporters, we are currently at $29,950 of our $50,000 target. With just days to go until Christmas, we are asking for your help to make our target.

Your donation this Christmas can make a tangible difference to help raise much-needed funds for improved services and support across Queensland.

Donate now: https://www.amaqfoundation.com.au/donation/

Christmas inspiring music by Paul Yudin from pixabay

22/12/2025

That’s a wrap for 2025 🎉

Recently we held our final event of the year, the AMA Queensland Intern Workshop, in Townsville. It was designed to support final-year medical students preparing for internship in 2026. Thanks to everyone who joined us!

22/12/2025

On behalf of AMA Queensland, we would like to thank our members for a wonderful year. We wish everyone a safe and healthy festive season.

Please note the office will be closed from 3pm Tuesday 23 December and will be back assisting members 8.30am Monday 5 January 2026

19/12/2025

🩺 Every day, Queensland doctors care for patients facing mental ill‑health and su***de risk but they themselves are at increased risk too, especially in their training years.

As part of raising awareness and support during the AMA Queensland Foundation Christmas appeal, the team spoke with Dr Emma Hodge, Chair of AMA Queensland Doctors in Training Committee, and Medical Education and Wellbeing Registrar at Bundaberg Hospital.

Dr Hodge shed light on the systemic, cultural and personal pressures that can intensify stress and increase the risk of developing poor mental health for junior doctors.

Read the article here:

https://www.amaqfoundation.com.au/page/News/Recent_News/Under_pressure_the_quiet_crisis_affecting_healthcare_professionals/

If this post has raised issues for you, help is available. You can find 24/7 support via Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline 13 11 14

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16/12/2025

Three events. One goal: supporting the medical profession at every stage.

AMA Queensland recently hosted our Private Practice Refreshed, Member Networking, and Intern Workshop events on the Gold Coast. Private Practice Refreshed and Member Networking brought together members from across all career stages, while the Intern Workshop supported final-year medical students as they prepare to enter the medical workforce. It was great to see strong engagement, valuable discussions, and meaningful connections across all three events.

15/12/2025

AMA Queensland is shocked and saddened by the horrific events at Bondi Beach on Sunday.

Our thoughts are with the victims and their families, those present who helped others in such a terrifying moment, the first responders who ran towards danger, and the Jewish community.

We also know doctors will be working incredibly hard to help those affected, many of whom may have traumatic and life-altering injuries.

To that end, we urge Queenslanders to donate blood in the coming days and weeks. Blood – particularly Type O varieties – is critical in emergency medicine.

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has sent Queensland supplies to Sydney to assist, but the demand will likely remain for some time.

You can call 13 14 95 to make a booking or do so online. ❤

https://www.lifeblood.com.au/

11/12/2025

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency - Ahpra and the Medical Board of Australia have decided NOT to impose mandatory health checks on older doctors due to little evidence they were required.

This sensible change in Ahpra’s treatment of senior doctors is due to the tireless advocacy of AMA Queensland Council member and ASADA Vice President Associate Professor Geoff Hawson and AMA Queensland member and ASADA President Dr Barbara Woodhouse.

Advocacy on these issues form a key part of AMA Queensland’s Senior Doctor Conference, the next of which will be held in 2027.

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency