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Record number of Fellows strengthens WA's primary healthcare system
The next generation of specialist GPs joining Western Australia's healthcare workforce were celebrated over the weekend.
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WA doctors who have been awarded Fellowships of the RACGP in the past year were the guests of honour at the RACGP WA Fellowship ceremony on October 31.
While 141 new Fellows attended the Perth ceremony, a record 222 doctors have become specialist general practitioners after being awarded Fellowships throughout the past 12 months. This is up from 155 new Fellows in 2025.
New Fellow Dr Shyamini Naidi addresses those at the RACGP's 2026 Fellowship ceremony.
An additional 20 doctors attained Fellowship of the RACGP Rural Generalist program, helping strengthen access to healthcare in rural and remote communities across the state.
RACGP WA Chair Dr Ramya Raman congratulated the new Fellows and recognised the dedication required to achieve specialist GP qualification.
“Becoming a Fellow of the RACGP is a tremendous achievement and reflects years of hard work, commitment and service to patients and communities,” she said.
“General practice is one of the most rewarding careers in medicine. Specialist GPs care for people at every stage of life, build long-term relationships with patients, and play a vital role keeping people healthy and out of hospital.
“We are delighted to welcome the new Fellows into our profession and congratulate each of them on reaching this important milestone.
“This year's cohort is particularly significant, representing one of the largest Fellowship groups we have seen in recent years. Every new Fellow strengthens Australia's primary healthcare system and helps improve access to care for patients."