Regional Fellows
Join our community of Regional Fellows, who come together with an interest in issues that impact on the practice of obstetrics and gynaecology in rural, regional and remote areas of Australia. Support and OpportunitiesContact UsAbout
A Regional Fellow is defined as a RANZCOG Fellow that practices in a Modified Monash Model (MMM) area MM2 to MM7.
Find out more about the classifications.
Committees and leadership
As a Regional Fellow with voting rights, you are eligible to join the Regional Fellows Committee (RFC).
The role of the RFC is to advise the RANZCOG Council on all matters affecting obstetric and gynaecology practice undertaken by Regional Fellows. The RFC considers and advises on matters relating to:
The provision of obstetric and gynaecology services in rural areas, including workforce issues
Development of guidelines on aspects of the Regional practice, as necessary
Leadership and advice on CPD activities for Regional Fellows in both externally and College funded projects
Consultation on documents from external bodies on rural workforce, rural practice and/or rural health issues
Support and Opportunities
Events and funding tailored to your needs.
Practising in rural, regional and remote areas presents unique challenges and opportunities. The College is here to help you connect with your colleagues online or in person.
Regional Symposium
The RANZCOG Regional Symposium is a forum for Regional Fellows to meet to discuss matters that have an impact on the practice of obstetrics and gynaecology in regional areas.
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- National Association of Specialist Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (NASOG) matters
- Medico-political matters not covered by RANZCOG or NASOG e.g. AMA matters
- Matters relating to problems in rural, regional and remote obstetrics and gynaecology (O&G) service provision
- A scientific component with papers presented by Regional Fellows
Although targeted primarily at Regional Fellows and Regional trainees of the College, they also incorporate opportunities for General Practitioners (GPs) and Associates (Procedural and Adv. Procedural) in the local area to learn and network.
The RANZCOG Regional Symposium generally comprises two days of pre-conference workshops, two days of formal presentations and an industry exhibition. The conference is made up of a high-quality scientific program and social program.
Government-funded Activities
The is a Department of Health Council of Presidents of Medical Colleges (CPMC) initiative.
The program is based on the premise that professional isolation is a major reason why specialists choose to leave rural practice. The program seeks to address this by providing education and networking opportunities targeted at the continuing professional development (CPD) needs of rural specialists.
Regional Fellows Facebook Group
In August 2019 the Regional Fellows Facebook group was launched to facilitate RANZCOG Regional Fellows and Regional Training Program trainees to network and engage with one another.
The Facebook group provides an opportunity to share experiences; discuss interesting cases, difficulties or clinical challenges; and post information on events or items of interest.
Webinar Series
A Regional Fellows clinical webinar series is also available.
Access professional development on obstetrics and gynaecology topics from leading professionals working in rural and regional practice.