Why registrars choose Bogong

Bogong Regional Training Network is committed to providing first class General Practice training that is delivered locally by experienced rural and regional GPs.  We have a proud track record of producing outstanding GPs and industry leaders.

SEVEN REASONS FOR MAKING BOGONG YOUR #1 GP TRAINING CHOICE

  1. Track record - we have a reputation for excellence and provide training in a fully supported environment;
  2. Diverse, stimulating medicine –Bogong GPs enjoy variety, continuing care and an ongoing patient-doctor relationship;
  3. Flexibility – we offer a variety of individualised, flexible training programs, with the option of full-time or part-time attendance;
  4. A total package- complete your whole GP training, including hospital terms and advanced training, within the Bogong region;
  5. Support - Bogong registrars train as a peer group and attend education release sessions throughout training. We hold these workshops at beautiful places in our region;
  6. Comprehensive practice matching - our placements are based on interviews, the preferences of each GP registrar and the prospective practice;
  7. Lifestyle – outside of work, you can ski over the Alps in winter, visit galleries and premier wine growing areas, and enjoy a breathtaking array of adventure activities and water sports along the Murray River, lakes and cycling trails year round.

Dr Simon Marshman - City exiles love alpine lifestyle

“We came with perceptions about declining rural communities but the experience has far exceeded our expectations. We’re now part of an incredibly diverse and vibrant community" - Dr Simon and his wife, Peta Marshman.

After relocating to Mt Beauty, the couple discovered they could combine a rewarding professional life with regular mountain bike riding, skiing, bushwalks and lunch ‘dates’ together.... more

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Dr Angela Anson - PGPPP placement with Bogong

Western Health and Bogong Regional Training Network offer junior doctors undertaking hospital training a taste of GP life via placements at Federation Clinic in Wodonga. The placements are offered through the Prevocational General Practice Placement Program.... more

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Dr Elsa Gladigau - PGPPP placement with Bogong

Western Health and Bogong Regional Training Network offer junior doctors undertaking hospital training a taste of GP life via placements at Federation Clinic in Wodonga. The placements are offered through the Prevocational General Practice Placement Program.
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Dr Tess Goodwin - From tree care to people care

"After years of training, it's fantastic to practice so many skills. I love being in a regional location because I can work as a GP and also practice obstetrics at Wodonga Regional Hospital."... more

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Dr Siraporn Tagerd - GP life offers flexibility and variety

"In Thailand people normally see a specialist straight away so GPs tend to treat issues like back pain, coughs and colds and injuries."

"Now I see so many different problems. You never know what's next and that's the beauty of general practice in Australia. There are certainly time pressures but the variety, continuing care and on going patient-doctor relationship is wonderful."... more

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Dr Sarah Veitch

"I was lucky to be influenced by some great experiences as a student, sitting in with GPs in rural Victoria. I saw the variety of experience they had, the relationship with their patients and continuity of care, and the lifestyle outside of work they enjoyed."... more

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