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The Medical Board of Australia (MBA)
and the Medical Council of New Zealand
(MCNZ) recently invited representatives
from the medical colleges to attend
a meeting to discuss revalidation and
other topics. The meeting was well
attended, with myself and Dr Mike
Nowitz representing the College
members, accompanied by Laina De
Winne and Wendy Frazer from the
College secretariat. Presentations were
given by both the MBA and MCNZ. The
key intelligence brought away from the
meeting is given below.
Revalidation will be introduced to
promote safety, professional standards
and confidence. It was confirmed that
neither the UK nor the US model are
proposed but there could be similarities
to Canadian models, and that the model
could be based on principles similar
to CPD. Additionally, it was identified
that New Zealand has a risk-based
approach to recertification, which
includes a Professional Development
Plan and Multi Source Feedback to be
undertaken once every three years.
The MBA anticipates introducing a
similar model in Australia. It was clearly
stated by both the MBA and MCNZ that
Australia and New Zealand would align
processes and systems except where
legislation prevented this.
It was noted that non-compliance does
not and would not necessarily mean
de-registration. Investigations generally
revealed specific issues which could
frequently be resolved.
The MBA is appointing an Expert
Advisory Group to provide technical
advice to be headed up by Prof Liz
Farmer; a Consultative Committee
to provide feedback on issues within
Australia; and is commissioning research
into expectations of the profession and
community. The three groups are to
report back within the year.
Further information can be found
on the MBA website
Revalidation.aspx
MCNZ website
Consultation will continue and,
through the Continuing Professional
Development Committee and Post
Fellowship Education Committee,
the College will continue to advocate
on behalf of members and keep you
informed.
Dr Robin Harle
Chair, CPD Committee
Revalidation – What Next?
“The future belongs to those who prepare for it today.”
~ Malcolm X (1925 - 1965)
If you have any questions or
comments about revalidation,
you can contact the chairs of the
CPD committees via the College
on