The University of Notre Dame Australia has been named one of the top two universities producing the highest number of general practitioners (GPs) nationwide, according to new data released by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM).
More than 50% of medical graduates from Notre Dame’s Fremantle campus are choosing careers in general practice and rural generalism — a figure that places the university among the most impactful contributors to Australia’s future primary healthcare workforce.
This recognition reflects Notre Dame’s strong focus on community-based and values-driven medical education. The School of Medicine continues to attract students passionate about serving in local and rural communities, where the need for accessible healthcare is greatest.
Professor Rebecca Anglin, Dean of the School of Medicine, said: "We are proud to see our graduates choosing pathways that make a real difference in people’s lives. This recognition affirms our purpose to educate doctors who are not only clinically excellent but also deeply compassionate and committed to serve in areas of unmet need."
As Australia faces growing demand for primary care services, Notre Dame’s contribution to the GP workforce is a vital step toward ensuring equitable healthcare access across the country.
Read the full RACGP article.
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