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“The proposal by the Federal Opposition to provide infra structure funding for purpose built super clinics is welcome,” said Dr Tim Woodruff, President, Doctors Reform Society. “It will help similar initiatives by State Governments to deliver services.”

“It is limited however in several ways,” cautioned Dr Woodruff. “Staffing of such centres, set up in areas which are currently underserviced, will continue to be a major problem unless the fee for service funding of doctors, psychologists, and other allied health workers is changed”, said Dr Woodruff. “Money goes to doctors, not to areas of need, and until real reform of that funding is addressed, our patients in need will continue to miss out.”

“Furthermore, unless the ongoing funding for such clinics is integrated and ensured, patients simply wont see any benefits,” aid Dr Woodruff, “and the ongoing shortage of doctors and nurses will also limit the benefits of this funding.”

Dr Tim Woodruff
President
Doctors Reform Society

Dr Con Costa
Vice President
Doctors Reform Society

Dr Tracy Schrader
Vice President Qld
Doctors Reform Society

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