The Latest Breaking News from the Medical Board of Australia

Former college head wrongly touched junior doctors

Australia's former medical college head was banned for 12 months after inappropriately touching junior doctors he supervised, a tribunal found.

AAP · 14h ago

Fears Australia may face GP shortage as figures reveal almost 10% now aged over 70

GPs’ peak body is concerned a proposed new medical test for older doctors could force them from the system

The Guardian - AU · Dec 31, 2024

How old’s too old to be a doctor? Why GPs and surgeons over 70 may need a health check to practise

A growing number of complaints against older doctors has prompted the Medical Board of Australia to announce today that it’s reviewing how doctors aged 70 or older are regulated. Two new options are on the table.

The Conversation · Aug 7, 2024

Mackay cosmetic doctor Richard Hogben suspended for professional misconduct

An investigation finds Richard Hogben engaged in professional misconduct, which included treating his wife.

ABC News · May 23, 2023

Brisbane doctor's opioid substitution service reopens after interim win against medical board's restrictions

Stuart Reece says he had to close his Highgate Hill practice late last year after the Medical Board of Australia imposed supervision conditions on his registration.

ABC News · Mar 31, 2023

WTF: Aussie Docs Can Soon Get An ‘Endorsement’ To Conduct Cosmetic Surgery W/O Proper Training

What could possibly go wrong!

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 20, 2023