RCPA President A/Prof Trishe Leong
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Official Twitter account of the President of the Royal College of Pathologists Australasia, A/Prof Trishe Leong.
Joined October 2019
RCPA welcomes the @ama_media's Pathology Position Statement, highlighting the critical need for sustainable funding to support #pathology services. Pathology is central to accurate diagnosis and patient care, and adequate investment is essential to maintaining a high-quality,
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Early bird registration for Pathology Update 2025 closes TODAY! With more than 150 speakers, 1000+ attendees & our biggest industry exhibition yet, #PathUpdate2025 is the perfect place to learn, network & catch up with friends & colleagues. ⭐ https://t.co/lYh2MeqqaA
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#MediaRelease RCPA is calling for urgent action to improve access to pharmacogenomic testing across Australia. With a growing demand for pharmacogenomic testing, the RCPA’s recommendations include expanded public funding through the MBS, better education for patients and
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Join us for International Pathology Day 2024! 🔬 International Pathology Day is taking place on 6 November 2024, an annual awareness day that aims to celebrate #pathologists and scientists and the pivotal role #pathology plays in healthcare. This year, we are discussing the
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Applications are open for RCPA’s Pathology Education Outreach Grants. RCPA is offering grants to #pathologists or #pathology Trainees from developing countries* to attend Pathology Update 2025 in Melbourne from 21 to 23 February! Successful applicants will receive complimentary
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The Pathology Update 2025 website is now live! ➡ https://t.co/b7wkDAnwQH Preparations for next year’s Pathology Update are in full swing, and we're excited to see you all in Melbourne, Australia. From cutting-edge developments in #neuropathology to health economics and the
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It was a privilege to represent RCPA at #ILPP2024 in the UK, the annual meeting of #pathology colleges & associations from around the world, alongside Vice President @do315 & CEO Dr David Andrews. The meeting was a valuable chance to share & learn from each other’s experiences.
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Findings from RCPA’s Pathology Workforce Review for Aus & NZ validate what our members are experiencing – a critical shortage exists in the pathology workforce in both countries. This study provides valuable data to support our advocacy to government. https://t.co/ZSXOTuqZwu
RCPA has completed a comprehensive pathology workforce study, reviewing the current state of the pathology workforce across Australia and New Zealand. Findings from the report reveal that there is a critical shortage of pathologists and senior scientists in Australia and New
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Our Executive team @RCPAPresident A/Prof Trishe Leong and CEO Dr David Andrews are in Singapore! 🇸🇬 They've been meeting with our local members, discussing #pathology education and training in #Singapore, and attending meetings such as the Singapore Society of Pathology
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Touchdown in Singapore! Here with @PathologyRCPA CEO Dr David Andrews to meet with our local members & find out how we can improve College operations in Singapore. I'll also be giving the plenary lecture at tonight's ASM for the Chapter of #Pathologists! Looking forward to it🔬
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Workforce sustainability is a key priority for RCPA as set out in our Strategic Plan 2024-2027. This Plan keeps our members needs top of mind to address the complex technological, societal and political challenges impacting #pathology. https://t.co/Y7pBP6vOix
RCPA has published its Strategic Plan for 2024 to 2027, putting advocacy and policy front and centre. This Plan sets out the College’s areas of focus during this period and our key priorities and initiatives based on member feedback and industry consultation. Read the
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16 Specialist Medical Colleges, State & Federal Health Depts Snr Officials, Medical Board of Australia, Australian Medical Council, Medical Deans of Aus & NZ & stakeholders attended a workforce workshop on 21 May. Addressing health workforce issues facing the country. @CPMC_Aust
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Constructive workforce workshop with health stakeholders, where Hon @Mark_Butler_MP gave an overview of health-related budget measures. So much we can do with other Colleges while highlighting that pathology workforce shortages need different solutions to the clinical disciplines
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At @TheRACP office for two days of meetings for @CPMC_Aust with RCPA CEO Dr David Andrews. Discussing strategic issues affecting the specialist medical sector... Nice view, tough discussions!
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The government's decision to enhance funding for pathology services is a critical investment in the health of our community. The announcement is a welcome recognition of the vital role pathology plays in diagnosing and managing diseases. #Budget2024 #PathTwitter
RCPA welcomes new measures for Medicare-funded pathology services announced in the 2024-25 Australian Federal Budget, including the reintroduction of annual indexation for some #pathology services. Media release: https://t.co/akpXqeVUNM
#Budget2024 #Budget24 #MedTwitter
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The unintended consequences & risks of removing the 7-day delay on #MyHealthRecord for diagnostic tests should not be ignored. While patient empowerment is crucial, the 7-day delay provides the necessary support & guidance to keep patients safe, especially in complex cases #PathX
RCPA calls for urgent collaboration between government and #healthcare stakeholders following the @ausgov decision to remove the 7-day delay for #pathology and #diagnostic imaging results on #MyHealthRecord. Full statement here: https://t.co/kmLMupsmB4
#MedTwitter
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💪 Good luck to everyone sitting the RCPA Basic Pathological Sciences exam tomorrow! This year we have 430 people in 12 countries sitting the exam – the largest number of candidates in history! https://t.co/12aqDHV8cl
#MedEd #MedStudentTwitter #PathTwitter #MedTwitter
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A lack of standardised guidelines for #pharmacogenomic testing has been a longstanding challenge in clinical practice. RCPA's new clinical indications for 35 medications provide national guidance for pharmacogenomic testing in 🇦🇺. https://t.co/qEFBu2nONO
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Enjoy the President's Address in RCPA's fortnightly email newsletter Pathology Today? Read them all in one place under 'President's Lab Notes' on the RCPA website 🔍🔬 https://t.co/KJ4T8KALeA
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In The Pathologists Cut, @RCPAPresident A/Prof Trishe Leong speaks to #pathologist Dr Helen Harris and midwife Ms Serani Dodson about #PerinatalPathology and why diversity of clinical interactions is vital when investigating a perinatal death. ➡️ https://t.co/0ELzyArW2z
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