Thinking about teaching medical students?

Dr Lynne Reid, GP Supervisor, on giving back to general practice through teaching:

As a GP Supervisor, I teach because I want to give back to a profession. Teaching keeps me engaged, sharp and inspired, and the energy students bring to practice is infectious. At a time when we’re facing critical workforce challenges, investing in student placements isn’t just a feel-good activity, it’s a strategic move to secure the future of general practice.

Join Brisbane North PHN, Brisbane South PHN and The University of Queensland for a free webinar exploring the benefits of teaching medical students in general practice.

This webinar aims to support the future sustainability of general practice by demystifying the teaching process, highlighting its impact on the GP pipeline, and sharing firsthand experiences from both educators and students.

Whether you're an experienced supervisor or considering teaching for the first time, this session will provide practical insights into how your practice can play a role in shaping the next generation of GPs, while also gaining fresh perspectives and building workforce capacity.

Hosted online featuring UQ and PHN presenters, hear directly from supervisors, registrars, students, and workforce experts as they discuss:

• how student placements support the GP pipeline
• what’s involved in becoming a teaching practice
• the value and impact of teaching for GPs, practices, and patients
• insights from current teachers and students.
  
  

Dr Annabel Chau, GP Supervisor, on the value medical students bring to her practice:

I like the fresh perspective that students bring to my practice. The students keep you on your toes and I enjoy being able to give back to the profession and community by training the next generation. I can attest that a positive early GP placement has the ability to influence GP as a prospective career pathway.

Date: Wednesday 10 September
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Free to attend. Register online now.

Dr Lynne Reid, GP Supervisor, on enduring partnerships and relationships:

I still keep in touch with my very first final-year medical student. I had the privilege of supervising them as a student, then as a registrar, I watched them graduate and become a GP, saw them get married, run marathons, have children. We’ve remained friends for life. That’s the power of teaching. It’s a privilege and a joy.