Submission
AMA submission to the draft revised registration standard: specialist registration
The AMA's submission to the Medical Board's consultation on the revised standards for specialist registration is supportive of the objective to simplify the process for Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) provided outstanding concerns from the medical colleges are addressed.
Due to Australia's serious healthcare workforce shortages, International Medical Graduates (IMGs) play an important part in building a fully resourced workforce. However, streamlining processes to increase the intake of overseas doctors should not come at the expense of Australia's high medical standards, patient safety and quality care.
