Discover the benefits of medical student placement in your practice — free webinar
General practitioners (GPs) and practice staff working in the Brisbane South PHN region are invited to join us for a webinar on the benefits of teaching medical students in your practice, presented by speakers from the University of Queensland (UQ) and Brisbane North PHN.
This free online session will:
highlight the benefits of teaching medical students
explore the general practice training pipeline and its future
cover how your general practice can get involved.
Webinar details
Date: Wednesday 10 September 2025
Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: This is an online event.
Whether you're an experienced supervisor or considering teaching for the first time, this webinar will offer practical insights into how your practice can contribute to shaping the next generation of GPs.
Guest speakers on the night include:
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Professor Katharine Wallis |
Mayne Professor and Head, Mayne Academy of General Practice, and Head of the General Practice Clinical Unit |
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Dr Beth Shirley |
Senior Lecturer and Specialty Supervisor |
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Dr Lynne Reid |
GP Clinical Teacher |
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Dr Chloe Tyson |
GP Registrar |
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Sarah Cunningham |
second year medical student |
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Paul Wallwork |
Lead Workforce Planning and Prioritisation at Brisbane North PHN |
More information about the University of Queensland GP Teacher program
As a GP Supervisor, I teach because I want to give back to a profession. Teaching keeps me engaged, sharp and inspired, and the energy students bring to practice is infectious. At a time when we’re facing critical workforce challenges, investing in student placements isn’t just a feel-good activity, it’s a strategic move to secure the future of general practice.
—Dr Lynne Reid, GP Supervisor, July 30th, 2025
In 2025 UQ medical student teaching opportunities include:
Year 2 medical students: A longitudinal placement of 1 day per week for 15 weeks. This is a fantastic opportunity for those working part-time or those new to teaching.
Year 3 or 4 medical students: A block placement of approximately 5 half days per week for 6 to 8 weeks is available. The time commitment can be shared by multiple GPs in a practice.
Benefits of teaching UQ medical students in your general practice include:
continuing professional development (CPD) hours
Teaching Payment for practices registered for the Practice Incentives Program (PIP)
support from UQ's GP liaison team, such as written resources, face-to-face educational events and can support over email, phone or with practice visits.
You can register your interest in becoming a GP teacher online.
For further question about the program, please email med.mdgp@uq.edu.au.