Submission
AMA submission to the rapid targeted review of the use of the title ‘oral surgeon’
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) opposes the use of the title ‘oral surgeon’ as it misleads and confuses the public.
The title ‘surgeon’ should be further restricted so that it can only be accessed by medical practitioners who have obtained fellowship of a relevant specialist medical college. Changing the Health Practitioner National Law to reflect this will prevent further instances of confusion and any resulting consultations.