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Women in Medicine Breakfast

Recently, AMA Queensland Insurance Solutions sponsored the inaugural Women in Medicine event hosted by AMA Queensland. Guest speaker Dr Sally Cockburn entertained more than 170 guests providing sound advice based on the event’s theme “Looking after you”.

Dr Cockburn also joined other professionals in a panel discussion providing interesting views and information on many varied topics.

Dr Sally Cockburn and AMAQ President, Jane Schmitt

Panel Discussion: Dr Sally Cockburn, Desley Fricke, Dr Kirsten Price, Dr Edwina Duhig

Forwards with Fairness: Federal legislation changes

The Fair Work Act replaced the Workplace Relations Act 1006 (cth) and the majority of the new Act became effective from 1st July 2009 with further changes becoming effective from 1st January 2010.

Whether you’re an employer, Practice Manager or an employee, there are significant changes that affect your rights in the workplace. Do you know what penalty you could incur should you breach the Act?

AMA Queensland Insurance Solutions can help you reduce your risk through effective risk management. Contact us for more information.

Working In & Starting In Private Practice

Thinking of starting your own private practice? Perhaps you’re already working in private practice and want a refresher on the best business practices and procedures. Come along to the Working In & Starting In Private Practice event hosted by AMA Queensland on Saturday 24th October where you’ll hear from a number of professional business people specialising to medical practices.

AMA Queensland Solutions will be presenting on medical indemnity and commercial insurance for practices.

Further information on the event can be obtained from r.byrnes@amaq.com.au