Recent fellow essentials
There can be a lot to think about after fellowship. Discover resources, peer member advice and medico-legal education to help you get started and stay on track.


Making the move: Recent fellows' checklist
Curated by our medico-legal experts, this checklist aims to help you organise or tick off your regulatory obligations and business essentials for a stress-free transition into private practice.

Career tips from your peers
Get valuable advice from recent fellow members to avoid burn out and ease the journey when starting in private practice.
Now that you are practising unsupervised, access our medico-legal resources, career advice, and health and wellbeing support, to help you navigate any challenges.
Stay on the right side of Medicare
Understand Medicare and the MBS requirements to help minimise the chance of an audit.
Managing patient complaints
Receiving a complaint or claim for compensation can be stressful, but these resources can help you respond.
Moving from trainee to specialist
Tips from Dr Victoria Phan, a recent fellow, including shifting your mindset, seeking advice, and looking after your wellbeing.
Looking after yourself
Support and advice to help prioritise your wellbeing to better face the challenges of a career in medicine.
Complete your CPD requirements with our wealth of free CPD courses. Plus, access articles, case studies, videos and webinars to keep you informed on issues that matter professionally and personally.
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