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 ACRRM

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC) for setting professional medical standards.

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Join ACRRM

Connect with a network of professional, adventurous and visionary Rural Generalists committed to their careers and the health of the communities they serve.

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Become a Rural Generalist

Build your career as a Rural Generalist where every day is different. Join our four-year GP training program that is rural from day one.

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Discover our courses

Held across Australia, and online, our world-class courses provide Rural Generalists with the confidence and skills to deliver exceptional care to their communities.

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Attend an ACRRM AST Conference in 2026

Introducing the ACRRM Advanced Specialised Training (AST) Conferences held throughout rural Australia in 2026. These events are a great opportunity to network with peers, and to complete your CPD and MOPS requirements.

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Make ACRRM Your CPD Home

Discover our AMC-accredited CPD Home, designed for all medical professionals. With seamless mobile tracking and access to thousands of accredited activities, meeting your annual requirements has never been easier

 

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News and Media Releases

2 Jun, 2026 Media release

“All in”: How Dr Prashan Kuruppu found purpose in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health

When Dr Prashan Kuruppu first arrived at South Australia’s Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service as an ACRRM registrar, he hoped he was there to learn rural and remote medicine. Instead, he found himself helping children prepare healthy meals, supporting local football programs and discovering a model of care that extended far beyond the clinic walls.

Journalists wanting to speak to an ACRRM spokesperson are invited to contact Petrina Smith on 0414 820 847 or email

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Meet ACRRM members

Read the stories of ACRRM Rural Generalists making a difference in their communities