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    • Anaesthesia

      Anaesthetists rely on a unique set of clinical skills and an extensive knowledge of physiology and pharmacology to provide appropriate anaesthesia and sedation for patients undergoing surgery and other medical procedures.

    • Pain Medicine

      Specialist Pain Medicine physicians serve both as consultants to other physicians and as primary treating physicians to patients who suffer from acute or chronic pain and reduced physical function and mobility.

    • Dermatology

      Dermatologists diagnose, treat, and manage a variety of skin deseases and conditions for patients of all ages - from babies and children to adolescents and adults.

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      Emergency Medicine

      Emergency Medicine physicians are acute generalists with specialist skills in resuscitation and diagnosis during the acute phase of illness or injury.

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      General Practice

      A General Practitioner (GP) is the first point of contact in matters of personal health.

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      Intensive Care Medicine

      Intensive Care Medicine specialists provide comprehensive clinical management of critically ill patients experiencing severe medical, surgical, obstetric and paediatric illnesses.

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      Medical Administration

      Medical Administrators undertake a diverse leadership role, utilising medical and clinical knowledge, skills and judgement to manage hospitals or health services, clinical workforces and capital investments as well as to oversee policy development, budgets and clinical support services.

  • Note, for many medical sub specialties, Basic Training in Adult Internal Medicine must be undertaken before you choose a medical sub-specialty for advanced training.

    • Basic Training in Adult Internal Medicine

      Basic Training in Adult Internal Medicine provides you with the foundational training required to progress towards advanced training in a physician sub-speciality of your choice.

    • Addiction Medicine

      Addiction Medicine physicians provide comprehensive care to patients who suffer from a range of addiction disorders, including patients who suffer drug and alcohol addiction or pharmaceutical dependency.

    • Cardiology

      Cardiologists diagnose, treat and care for patients with diseases or conditions which affect the cardiovascular system, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure and valvular heart disease.

    • Clinical Genetics

      Clinical Geneticists diagnose, treat and manage who have, or are at risk of having, genetic or inherited conditions.

    • Clinical Pharmacology

      Clinical Pharmacologists are experts in the science of pharmaceuticals and how they interact with humans. Clinical Pharmacologists play a key role in improving patient care through the safe and effective use of medicines.

    • Endocrinology

      Endocrinologists diagnose, treat and manage patients experiencing conditions caused by problems of the endocrine system.

    • Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterologists diagnose, treat and manage patients with disorders affecting the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine and the biliary system, which includes the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts.

    • General Medicine

      General Medicine physicians diagnose, treat and manage patients with complex, chronic and multi-system disorders. A General Medicine physician’s clinical practice is not limited by patient age, diagnostic category, stage of disease, treatment intent or clinical setting.

    • Geriatric Medicine

      Geriatricians provide comprehensive care for patients who are later in life, and have expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex and multifactorial internal medicine disorders that impact on their patients cognitive and functional status.

    • Haematology

      Haematologists diagnose, treat and manage patients with diseases related to the blood.

    • Immunology and Allergy

      Clinical Immunology and Allergy physicians diagnose, treat and manage both adult and paediatric patients with a diverse range of disorders of the immune system, including allergic disorders, immune deficiency disorders and autoimmune diseases.

    • Infectious Diseases

      Infectious Disease physicians deal with the diagnosis, treatment and control of infections, having extensive experience in all facets of infectious diseases, including HIV medicine and infections in immunocompromised patients.

    • Medical Oncology

      Medical Oncologists investigate, study, diagnose, treat and manage benign and malignant growth, tumours, cancers and diseases.

    • Nephrology

      Nephrologists diagnose, treat and manage patients with diseases of the kidneys and urinary tract, and treat the medical problems related to these diseases.

    • Neurology

      Neurologists diagnose, treat and manage diseases affecting the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems and muscles.

    • Nuclear Medicine

      Nuclear Medicine physicians use nuclear imaging and radiopharmaceuticals to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancers, heart disease, gastrointestinal, endocrine and neurological disorders.

    • Occupational and Environmental Medicine

      Occupational and Environmental Medicine physicians provide specialist advice to employers, advising on illness and injury prevention, the management of sickness absence and health problems, and on strategies for minimising occupational and environmental risks.

    • Palliative Medicine

      Palliative Medicine physicians provide specialist end-of-life care to patients who are suffering terminal illnesses and chronic health conditions.

    • Public Health Medicine

      Public Health physicians work is complex, multi-disciplinary and collaborative to promote, protect and improve the health of whole populations.

    • Rehabilitation Medicine

      Rehabilitation Medicine physicians assess, diagnose and treat a patient’s mobility and function after injury, illness or a chronic condition, to maximise the patient’s independence and to maintain or improve their quality of life.

    • Respiratory and Sleep Medicine

      Respiratory and Sleep Medicine physicians diagnose, treat and manage patients with diseases of the respiratory system, including diseases of the lungs, chest wall, pulmonary circulation and ventilatory control system.

    • Rheumatology

      Rheumatologists diagnose, treat and manage patients who suffer diseases that affect joints, muscles and bones, including arthritis, musculoskeletal conditions and autoimmune diseases.

    • Sexual Health Medicine

      Sexual Health physicians provide specialist care to ensure their patients engage in healthy sexual relations, including ensuring they are free from sexually transmitted infections, unplanned pregnancies and physical or psychological discomfort associated with sexuality.

    • Obstetrics and Gynaecology

      Obstetricians and Gynaecologists play critical roles in the reproductive health of women through the provision of medical care before, during and after childbirth.

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      Ophthalmology

      Ophthalmologists diagnose, medically and surgically manage, and prevent disorders of the eyes and visual system.

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      Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

      Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons treat patients who experience diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face and jaw, as well as in the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region.

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      Paediatrics and Child Health

      Paediatricians provide high quality specialist services and comprehensive medical care to neonates, infants and children.

    • Anatomical Pathology

      Anatomical Pathologists undertake tissue diagnosis to identify abnormalities, thereby supporting medical diagnosis, patient management and medical research.

    • Chemical Pathology

      Chemical Pathologists diagnose and manage disease through the analysis of chemicals found in body fluids and tissues.

    • Forensic Pathology

      Forensic Pathologists play a core role in the investigation of sudden or unexpected deaths through the examination and reporting of macroscopic and microscopic findings at post-mortem examination.

    • General Pathology

      General Pathologists rely upon a broad understanding of the pathophysiology of disease, the diagnostic value of individual tests and the workings of a laboratory to deal with the diagnosis and management of disease.

    • Genetic Pathology

      Genetic Pathologists perform tests on patient samples for mutations in DNA or RNA in order to aid diagnose and manage patients with genetic disorders.

    • Haematology

      Haematologists deal with both clinical and laboratory aspects of primary disorders of the blood, providing expert advice on how diseases affect the blood.

    • Immunopathology

      Immunopathologists study, diagnose and manage patients with disorders of the immune system, including allergic and autoimmune disorders, some types of cancer and primary and secondary immunodeficiencies.

    • Microbiology

      Microbiologists utilise laboratory techniques to diagnose infectious diseases, recommend antibiotic therapy, and advise and educate clinicians on the origins of infection, epidemiology and prevention and management mechanisms.

    • Psychiatry

      Psychiatrists specialise in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health illnesses and emotional problems.

    • Clinical Radiology

      Clinical Radiologists diagnose and treat diseases and injuries through the use of medical imaging techniques such as x-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, position emission tomography (PET), fusion imaging or ultrasound.

    • Radiation Oncology

      Radiation Oncologists safely apply radiation therapy to a wide range of cancers, either as an isolated treatment or in conjunction with surgery, chemotherapy or other treatments.

    • Rural Generalism

      Rural Generalists are trained to deliver comprehensive primary care, inpatient and emergency care, and advanced care in disciplines such as obstetrics and mental health, in rural and remote communities.

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      Sport and Exercise Medicine

      Sports and Exercise Medicine specialists care for people of all ages and exercise levels, they diagnose and manage acute or chronic exercise related injuries and manage medical problems associated with sports and exercise.

    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

      Cardiothoracic Surgeons diagnose, treat and surgically manage a broad spectrum of patients with congenital or acquired disorders involving the heart, great vessels, lungs and thorax.

    • General Surgery

      General Surgeons provide comprehensive surgical care to a range of different patients, including patients who suffer from diseases and conditions which effect the oesophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, appendix and bile ducts, the skin, breast and soft tissue.

    • Neurosurgery

      Neurosurgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients who suffer from diseases and conditions affecting the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and extra-cranial cerebrovascular system.

    • Orthopaedic Surgery

      Orthopaedic Surgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients with disorders and conditions which affect the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments.

    • Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

      Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients of all ages who suffer from a broad range of diseases and conditions involving the ear, nose, throat, head and neck.

    • Paediatric Surgery

      Paediatric Surgeons diagnose, treat and manage conditions in foetuses, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults that may require surgery, including congenital malformations, abdominal wall defects, chest wall deformities and tumours.

    • Plastic Surgery

      Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients who require surgical intervention to restore, construct, reconstruct or improve the form, function or appearance of bodily structures.

    • Urology

      Urologists diagnose, treat and manage both adult and paediatric patients who experience conditions of the kidney, bladder, prostate and male reproductive organs.

    • Vascular Surgery

      Vascular Surgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients who experience conditions associated with the arteries and veins. Vascular surgeons treat a range of health problems, from spider and varicose veins to life-threatening aneurysms.

Specialities

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SpecialityCategoryDescription
Addiction Medicine Medicine Addiction medicine physicians provide comprehensive care to patients who suffer from a range of addiction disorders, including patients who suffer drug and alcohol addiction or pharmaceutical dependency.
Anaesthesia Anaesthetics Anaesthetists rely on a unique set of clinical skills and an extensive knowledge of physiology and pharmacology to provide appropriate anaesthesia and sedation for patients undergoing surgery and other medical procedures.
Anatomical Pathology Pathology Clinical pathologists undertake tissue diagnosis to identify abnormalities, thereby supporting medical diagnosis, patient management and medical research.

B

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Basic Training in Adult Internal Medicine Medicine Basic Training in Adult Internal Medicine provides you with the foundational training required to progress towards advanced training in a physician sub-speciality of your choice.

C

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Cardiology Medicine Cardiologists diagnose, treat and care for patients with diseases or conditions which affect the cardiovascular system, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure and valvular heart disease.
Cardiothoracic Surgery Surgery Cardiothoracic surgeons diagnose, treat and surgically manage a broad spectrum of patients with congenital or acquired disorders involving the heart, great vessels, lungs and thorax.
Chemical Pathology Pathology Chemical pathologists diagnose and manage disease through the analysis of chemicals found in body fluids and tissues.
Clinical Genetics Medicine Clinical geneticists diagnose, treat and manage who have, or are at risk of having, genetic or inherited conditions.
Clinical Pharmacology Medicine Clinical pharmacologists are experts in the science of pharmaceuticals and how they interact with humans. Clinical pharmacologists play a key role in improving patient care through the safe and effective use of medicines.
Clinical Radiology Radiology Clinical radiologists diagnose and treat diseases and injuries through the use of medical imaging techniques such as x-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, position emission tomography (PET), fusion imaging or ultrasound.

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SpecialityCategoryDescription
Dermatology Dermatology Dermatologists diagnose, treat, and manage a variety of skin deseases and conditions for patients of all ages - from babies and children to adolescents and adults.

E

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Emergency Medicine Emergency Medicine Emergency medicine physicians are acute generalists with specialist skills in resuscitation and diagnosis during the acute phase of illness or injury.
Endocrinology Medicine Endocrinologists diagnose, treat and manage patients experiencing conditions caused by problems of the endocrine system.

F

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Forensic Pathology Pathology Forensic pathologists play a core role in the investigation of sudden or unexpected deaths through the examination and reporting of macroscopic and microscopic findings at post-mortem examination.

G

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Gastroenterology Medicine Gastroenterologists diagnose, treat and manage patients with disorders affecting the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine and the biliary system, which includes the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts.
General Medicine Medicine General medicine physicians diagnose, treat and manage patients with complex, chronic and multi-system disorders. A General Medicine Physician’s clinical practice is not limited by patient age, diagnostic category, stage of disease, treatment intent or clinical setting.
General Pathology Pathology General pathologists rely upon a broad understanding of the pathophysiology of disease, the diagnostic value of individual tests and the workings of a laboratory to deal with the diagnosis and management of disease.
Genetic Pathology Pathology Genetic pathologists perform tests on patient samples for mutations in DNA or RNA in order to aid diagnose and manage patients with genetic disorders.
General Practice General Practice A General Practitioner (GP) is the first point of contact in matters of personal health.
General Surgery Surgery General surgeons provide comprehensive surgical care to a range of different patients, including patients who suffer from diseases and conditions which effect the oesophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, appendix and bile ducts, the skin, breast and soft tissue.
Geriatric Medicine Medicine Geriatricians provide comprehensive care for patients who are later in life, and have expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex and multifactorial internal medicine disorders that impact on their patients cognitive and functional status.

H

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Haematology Medicine Haematologists diagnose, treat and manage patients with diseases related to the blood.
Haematology (Pathology) Pathology Haematologists (Pathology) deal with both clinical and laboratory aspects of primary disorders of the blood, providing expert advice on how diseases affect the blood.

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SpecialityCategoryDescription
Immunology and Allergy Medicine Clinical immunology and allergy physicians diagnose, treat and manage both adult and paediatric patients with a diverse range of disorders of the immune system, including allergic disorders, immune deficiency disorders and autoimmune diseases.
Immunopathology Pathology Immunopathologists study, diagnose and manage patients with disorders of the immune system, including allergic and autoimmune disorders, some types of cancer and primary and secondary immunodeficiencies.
Infectious Diseases Medicine Infectious disease physicians deal with the diagnosis, treatment and control of infections, having extensive experience in all facets of infectious diseases, including HIV medicine and infections in immunocompromised patients.
Intensive Care Medicine Intensive Care Medicine Intensive care medicine specialists provide comprehensive clinical management of critically ill patients experiencing severe medical, surgical, obstetric and paediatric illnesses.

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SpecialityCategoryDescription
Medical Administration Medical Administration Medical administrators undertake a diverse leadership role, utilising medical and clinical knowledge, skills and judgement to manage hospitals or health services, clinical workforces and capital investments as well as to oversee policy development, budgets and clinical support services.
Medical Oncology Medicine Medical oncologists investigate, study, diagnose, treat and manage benign and malignant growth, tumours, cancers and diseases.
Microbiology Pathology Microbiologists utilise laboratory techniques to diagnose infectious diseases, recommend antibiotic therapy, and advise and educate clinicians on the origins of infection, epidemiology and prevention and management mechanisms.

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SpecialityCategoryDescription
Nephrology Medicine Nephrologists diagnose, treat and manage patients with diseases of the kidneys and urinary tract, and treat the medical problems related to these diseases.
Neurology Medicine Neurologists diagnose, treat and manage diseases affecting the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems and muscles.
Neurosurgery Surgery Neurosurgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients who suffer from diseases and conditions affecting the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and extra-cranial cerebrovascular system.
Nuclear Medicine Medicine Nuclear medicine physicians use nuclear imaging and radiopharmaceuticals to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancers, heart disease, gastrointestinal, endocrine and neurological disorders.

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SpecialityCategoryDescription
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Obstetrics and Gynaecology Obstetricians and gynaecologists play critical roles in the reproductive health of women through the provision of medical care before, during and after childbirth.
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Medicine Occupational and environmental physicians provide specialist advice to employers, advising on illness and injury prevention, the management of sickness absence and health problems, and on strategies for minimising occupational and environmental risks.
Ophthalmology Ophthalmology Ophthalmologists diagnose, medically and surgically manage, and prevent disorders of the eyes and visual system.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Oral and maxillofacial surgeons treat patients who experience diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face and jaw, as well as in the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region.
Orthopaedic Surgery Surgery Orthopaedic surgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients with disorders and conditions which affect the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments.
Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Surgery Otolaryngology head and neck surgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients of all ages who suffer from a broad range of diseases and conditions involving the ear, nose, throat, head and neck.

P

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Paediatrics and Child Health Paediatrics and Child Health Paediatricians provide high quality specialist services and comprehensive medical care to neonates, infants and children.
Paediatric Surgery Surgery Paediatric surgeons diagnose, treat and manage conditions in foetuses, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults that may require surgery, including congenital malformations, abdominal wall defects, chest wall deformities and tumours.
Pain Medicine Anaesthetics Specialist Pain Medicine Physicians serve both as consultants to other physicians and as primary treating physicians to patients who suffer from acute or chronic pain and reduced physical function and mobility.
Palliative Medicine Medicine Palliative medicine physicians provide specialist end-of-life care to patients who are suffering terminal illnesses and chronic health conditions.
Plastic Surgery Surgery Plastic and reconstructive surgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients who require surgical intervention to restore, construct, reconstruct or improve the form, function or appearance of bodily structures.
Psychiatry Psychiatry Psychiatrists specialise in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health illnesses and emotional problems.
Public Health Medicine Medicine Public health physicians work is complex, multi-disciplinary and collaborative to promote, protect and improve the health of whole populations.

R

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Radiation Oncology Radiology Radiation oncologists safely apply radiation therapy to a wide range of cancers, either as an isolated treatment or in conjunction with surgery, chemotherapy or other treatments.
Rehabilitation Medicine Medicine Rehabilitation medicine physicians assess, diagnose and treat a patient’s mobility and function after injury, illness or a chronic condition, to maximise the patient’s independence and to maintain or improve their quality of life.
Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Medicine Respiratory physicians diagnose, treat and manage patients with diseases of the respiratory system, including diseases of the lungs, chest wall, pulmonary circulation and ventilatory control system.
Rheumatology Medicine Rheumatologists diagnose, treat and manage patients who suffer diseases that affect joints, muscles and bones, including arthritis, musculoskeletal conditions and autoimmune diseases.
Rural Generalism Rural Generalism Rural Generalists are trained to deliver comprehensive primary care, inpatient and emergency care, and advanced care in disciplines such as obstetrics and mental health, in rural and remote communities.

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SpecialityCategoryDescription
Sexual Health Medicine Medicine Sexual health physicians provide specialist care to ensure their patients engage in healthy sexual relations, including ensuring they are free from sexually transmitted infections, unplanned pregnancies and physical or psychological discomfort associated with sexuality.
Sport and Exercise Medicine Sport and Exercise Medicine Sports and exercise medicine specialists care for people of all ages and exercise levels, they diagnose and manage acute or chronic exercise related injuries and manage medical problems associated with sports and exercise.

U

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Urology Surgery Urologists diagnose, treat and manage both adult and paediatric patients who experience conditions of the kidney, bladder, prostate and male reproductive organs.

V

SpecialityCategoryDescription
Vascular Surgery Surgery Vascular surgeons diagnose, treat and manage patients who experience conditions associated with the arteries and veins. Vascular surgeons treat a range of health problems, from spider and varicose veins to life-threatening aneurysms.

Last updated: October 2024

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