Expansion of doctors' bags will improve patient access
AMA Queensland has suggested additional medicines for inclusion in doctors’ bags to improve patient access, early treatment commencement and continuity of care. The expanded range was developed by AMA Queensland’s Committee of General Practice.
AMA Queensland to CMO, 10 September 2024
AMA Queensland has written to Chief Medical Officer Catherine McDougall to suggest additional medicines for inclusion in doctors’ bags to improve patient access, early treatment commencement and continuity of care.
The expanded range was developed by AMA Queensland’s Committee of General Practice to increase access for patients, particularly those in regional, rural and remote services, after hours when pharmacies are often closed and during emergencies.
AMA Queensland to Assistant Minister, 11 February 2025
AMA Queensland has written to the Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care and Indigenous Health encouraging the expansion of the medicines available in the PBS-funded Prescriber Bag to improve access for patients in urgent, emergency and other essential circumstances.
Queensland Health have indicated support for expansion under relevant Queensland legislation but noted it would not achieve its policy intent if the Australian Government did not ensure requisite inclusion of the expanded list on the PBS.
