Specialty overview
Rheumatologists diagnose, treat and manage patients who suffer diseases that affect joints, muscles and bones, including arthritis, musculoskeletal conditions and autoimmune diseases.
Clinical practice
Rheumatologists provide care within both public and private health care settings, working collaboratively with other doctors and health professionals to help their patients manage pain and preserve musculoskeletal function.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
18
eligible
6
selected
Number of Queensland and Australian specialists
Number of Queensland and Australian new fellows
Number of Queensland trainees and average work hours
Information on specialists
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Specialists over 60
This donut chart shows that 25% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 39% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 13.8% are located in regional Queensland, 86.2% are in major cities, and 0% are in remote areas. The chart highlights that a vast majority of specialists are based in major cities. -
Proportion Female/Male - QLD
52.3%
male47.7%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 52.3%, Females are 47.7%. -
Public vs Private
58.7%
private41.3%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 58.7%, Public is 41.3%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
38.9%
male61.1%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 38.9%, Females are 61.1%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
18
eligible6
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 18 Eligible applications were received, 6 of those were selected.