Rheumatology

A Rheumatologist is a specialist physician with particular expertise in the diagnosis and holistic management of diseases that affect joints, muscles, and bones. Key aspects of a rheumatologist’s clinical practice are the management of pain, the reduction of inflammation, and preservation of musculoskeletal function.

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:

A minimum of 24 months (FTE) of core training
A maximum of 12 months (FTE) of non-core training can be undertaken in other clinical training disciplines or in research

They will also complete:

1 x Advanced Training Research Project (trainees who commenced in 2017 onwards)
1 major or 2 minor projects (Australian trainees)
Meeting and training activity attendance
Developmental and Psychosocial Training (Paediatrics & Child Health trainees only)
Adult General Rheumatology Clinic (all Australian Paediatrics & Child Health trainees and Aotearoa New Zealand Paediatrics & Child Health trainees who commenced in 2018 onwards)

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

Attendance at Australian Rheumatology Association events and Annual Scientific Meeting
Research relevant to rheumatology or related fields
PhD
Fellowship in rheumatology

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 Rheumatology Advanced Training

Part Time Option: Yes

Last Updated: January 30, 2023

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