Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology and hepatology are branches of internal medicine, usually practised together, that are concerned with prevention, investigation, treatment of and research into illnesses involving the gastrointestinal tract and liver. Gastroenterologists have a sound knowledge of general internal medicine or paediatrics and an appreciation and understanding of the close relationship that often exists between diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and of other organ systems.

Minimum Time to Completion: 7 years from graduation

Details

How to Apply

Eligibility Requirements

Prospective trainees must have:

completed RACP Basic Training, including Written and Clinical Examinations
a current medical registration
been appointed to an appropriate Advanced Training position

Application Process

Applicants must first apply for and be accepted for an Advanced Training Position.

Program Structure

Trainees undergo 36 months of certified training time comprising:

24 months minimum (FTE) of core training
12 months maximum (FTE) of non-core training which may include further clinical training or research

Training is divided into two streams:

Stream 1: Clinical (3 years)
Stream 2: Clinical (2 years) + Academic (1 year). This non-core year can be part of a PHD, MD or in research.

All trainees will also complete:

1 x Advanced Training Research Project (trainees who commenced in 2017 onwards)
Developmental and Psychosocial Training (Paediatrics & Child Health trainees only)

Teaching and learning

2 x Learning Needs Analysis per training year
1 x Professional Qualities Reflection per training year
Cultural Competence and Cultural Safety Module (2023)

Assessments

2 x Case-based Discussions per training year
2 x Direct Observation of Procedural Skills per training year
1 x Mini-Clinical Evaluation Exercises per training year (Australia only)
1 x Supervisor’s Report per rotation (2 per 12-month rotation — full-time and part-time trainees)

Fees

Annual Fee:

AUD $3,690.00 (reduced fee of 50% for trainees in research)

Exam Fee:

Written examinations: AUD $2,031.00
Basic Training Clinical Examination: AUD $3,039.00
Faculty Clinical Examinations: AUD $3,039.00

Admission to Fellowship Fee:

AUD $1,344.00

Useful Resources / Courses / Conferences

Involvement in Gastroenterological Society of Australia events, such as GESA AGW
Research relevant to gastroenterology, hepatology or related fields
Fellowship in gastroenterology, hepatology sub-specialties
PhD

Key Information

PGY Intake Year (earliest)

PGY5

Training Duration (minimum)

3 years FTE

General Progression

Note that this represents one of the quickest routes to specialty training, and may not reflect additional HMO or unaccredited years of training.

Year 1

Internship

Year 2

BPT1

Year 3

BPT2

Year 4

BPT3

Year 5

Commence Gastroenterology Advanced Training

Part Time Option: Yes

Last Updated: January 30, 2023

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