Inquiry process into registration and accreditation processes for international medical graduates

Inquiry into Registration Processes and Support for Overseas Trained Doctors was an evidence gathering exercise that took place in Australia, looking at a global medical workforce issue.

The inquiry process into the accreditation process for International Medical Graduates and other matters was initiated after a question was put forward in front of the Australian parliament in September 2010 by Hon Warren Entsch, one of the elected representatives from the rural Australia.

The question that was raised was regarding the sudden deregistration of a highly qualified cardiologist practicing as a successful cardiologist in the regional area in the constituency of the concerned member of parliament. Serious concerns were expressed about the processes involved in the registration process of the overseas graduates and specialists working in Australia.

An inquiry was called for by the Minister for Health and Ageing (Australia) in Australia and submissions were invited from all stakeholders, including international medical graduates.

Many overseas doctors have made submissions to the inquiry committee which are followed by public hearings.

During 2011 there were public hearings held in Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Cairns, Townsville, Adelaide, Newcastle, Gosford, Launceston, Tasmania and Darwin.

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