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PEP Specialist


Planning RACGP Fellowship Exams
RACGP Fellowship Exams consist of three components:
1. Applied Knowledge Test (AKT)
2. Key Feature Problem (KFP)
3. Clinical Competency Exam (CCE)
May 193 min read


Your Guide to RACGP Part C and Medicare Provider Number
Ready to finish your registration? Learn how to transition from your visa to RACGP Part C and secure your Medicare Provider Number to get you practice ready.
May 133 min read
English Language Test Options
What are the English Language Test Requirements to work as a doctor in Australia?
May 121 min read


In the case of AHPRA level 3 supervision (such as for Partially Comparable SIMGs on the RACGP PEP Specialist Pathway) whats the minimum number of years that a supervisor should have?
<p>Answer: To be able to provide AHPRA Level 3 supervision, the supervising doctor should have worked at least 3 years as a GP fellow in Australia.</p>
May 91 min read
Philipines Diplomat in Family Medicine Recognised for the RACGP PEP Specialist Pathway
RACGP lists the “Diplomate of Family and Community Medicine” qualification as Partially Comparable, enabling you to work in Australia on the PEP Specialist Pathway.
May 52 min read
Now that I have lodged my AHPRA paperwork, what can I do to prepare for Immigration?
<p>Answer: Visa Medicals and Police Checks for your Visa Application. This is where you can save some serious time by arranging to carry out the two key activities for yourself and your dependants ASAP, the (1) Visa Medical check (for everyone), and the (2) Police Check (for everyone over 18). Immigration Part 1 – […]</p>
May 22 min read
Medicare Provider Number Application - PEP Specialist Pathway
Medicare Provider Number Application - PEP Specialist PathwayMedicare Provider Number Application - PEP Specialist Pathway
Apr 22 min read


Registration Pathway Stages - RACGP PEP Specialist Pathway
<p>Steps to Fellowship in Australia When it comes to applying for fellowship, there is a large amount of information out there and it can be extremely overwhelming. To make life easier for our candidates, we have collected all the Steps to Fellowship in one place, allowing candidates to follow the required steps, without getting lost […]</p>
Mar 54 min read
ACRRM Specialist Pathway
ACRRM Specialist Pathway, for DPA/MM4 location - a pathway with a focus on rural and remote practice
Jan 62 min read
Rural Doctor Incentives
<p>There are incentives payable to doctors working in non-metro areas to encourage doctors to work in rural and remote locations. Full information on this topic is available at health.gov.au. The amounts that doctors can receive under the Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) Doctor Stream are listed below: Location (MM) Year Level 1 Year Level 2 Year […]</p>
Jan 1, 20261 min read


Guidelines for PEP Application PART B – Letter of Support from Practice
As part of the PEP (Practice Experience Program) submission process, certain information and documentation are required to confirm the eligibility of the proposed supervisor and practice. Below is a summary of the key points to review and prepare accordingly. 1. Supervisor Eligibility To ensure compliance with RACGP and AHPRA requirements, please confirm and provide the following details for the nominated supervisor: • Has completed (or commits to completing) the MBA’s onl
Oct 29, 20253 min read
Partially Comparable Doctors-The Gamechanger for the Permanent Rural GP Workforce
GP Practices can access an excellent pool of motivated Specialist Family Medicien doctors via the RACGP Specialist Pathway
Oct 6, 20255 min read
Costs of PEP Specialist Pathway Registration
Costs of PEP Specialist Pathway Registration
Oct 6, 20251 min read
What are the requirements to supervise SIMGs on the AHPRA Expedited Pathway?
The supervised practice framework outlines the general requirements for supervisors.
Oct 5, 20251 min read
RACGP Recognition Malayasia (substantially comparable)
The Royal Australian College of GPs lists the Membership of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia ” as Substantially Comparable. This enables these Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) to live and work in Australian Capital Cities.
Oct 1, 20252 min read


The RACGP PEP Specialist Pathway
Learn the stages of AHPRA processing for overseas-trained GPs, including Expedited and RACGP PEP Specialist Pathways, assessment timelines, and registration guidance.
Sep 25, 20256 min read


Understanding Processing Times for Your Registration Process
At Doctor Connect, we help doctors navigate the expedited registration pathway efficiently. Learn about current processing times, key workflow steps, and tips to make your transition to a new practice as smooth and fast as possible
Sep 25, 20252 min read
Where can I find my Prescriber Number and HPI?
Your Practice Manager requires the following identifiers to set you up to be ready to commence seeing patients: Medicare Provider Number; Prescriber Number; and HPI Number .
You may need to call Medicare to ask for your Provider Number.
Feb 5, 20251 min read
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