Hon Matt Doocey MP, Minister for Mental Health in Aotearoa New Zealand, delivered a keynote presentation at the New Zealand Conference in Wellington this morning. He highlighted the government's efforts to expand the mental health workforce and enhance clinical services, ensuring that all New Zealanders have access to timely, person-centred mental health care. We’re grateful to Minister Doocey for taking the time to answer audience questions and engage with our College Board members after his insightful presentation. Elizabeth Moore Sharon McGowan AM Hiran Thabrew Astha Tomar
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Check out these highlights from day 1 of the #RANZCP2024 New Zealand conference!
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At his keynote address at the #RANZCP2024 NZ Conference, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey was pressed by Dr Hiran Thabrew, Chair of the RANZCP New Zealand Committee, on the Government’s commitment to increase the number of #psychiatrytraining positions, as the workforce crisis reaches critical levels. Minister Doocey assured the audience that #psychiatry remains a top priority, with plans to announce funding for more training places before next year. Dr Thabrew also informed the Minister that despite their claims denying mental health services being impacted by the hiring freeze at Health New Zealand/Te Whatu Ora, many services he knows have been impacted directly. Minister Doocey has promised to personally address the issue to ensure there is no impact on the recruitment and training of the #mentalhealthworkforce. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gF8C8jvS #RANZCPmedia
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The College Medal of Honour, is the College's highest and most prestigious #RANZCPaward, is presented for distinguished and meritorious service to the College. 🏅🎉 The award is presented to a #RANZCPFellow for a minimum of ten years' active service in organizational and/or administrative areas. Nominate a deserving colleague now: https://ow.ly/2gZw50TnOje
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It's been an incredible day at the #RANZCP2024 New Zealand Conference in Wellington! We were fortunate to hear from Professor Jonathan Meyer, the RANZCP NZ Travelling Scholar, who shared three key insights on first-episode schizophrenia, plus valuable sessions covering diverse topics on Te Ao #Māori, private practice in Aotearoa, #ADHD, and innovations in #psychiatricservices. Hiran Thabrew Elizabeth Moore Astha Tomar Sharon McGowan AM Dr Ava Carter
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“#Veterans and their families fought hard for The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. They’d had enough and knew something needed to change. As a #psychiatrist who works with veterans, I shared their frustration and anguish”. RANZCP spokesperson on veteran mental health care, Dr. Alexander YC Lim has emphasised the need for a new independent body to oversee the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. “We must expand access to mental health care, but we also need to ensure services are trained in how to provide culturally safe care to this unique group”. Read the full article [Log in required] https://lnkd.in/g2etFFvY
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We’re pleased to have Prof Perminder Sachdev presenting at the International Neuropsychiatry Conference in Melbourne, Australia from 27-29 October 2024. Prof Sachdev is presenting on INA Lishman Oration - The neuropsychiatric challenge of covert cerebrovascular disease. Read the program and register now! https://lnkd.in/g7yRdU7d
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The #RANZCP2024 New Zealand conference is officially underway in Wellington! The conference began with a formal pōwhiri, before co-convenors Prof Susanna Every-Palmer and Dr Ryan Barber welcomed delegates. We’re excited for a day filled with insightful presentations and engaging discussions on a wide range of topics.
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