A sub-specialty of Family Medicine concerned with practising in country areas, often without specialists, hospitals and other support services. It may involve extra training, and greater use of electronic communication.
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- Rural Ontario Medical Program An association of physicians providing multi-specialty rural training for residents and undergraduates. Features details of funded rotations and locum opportunities.
- Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine Professional organisation for rural medical education and training, with membership and staff details, and information on grants and scholarships.
- University of Melbourne: Department of Rural Health Incorporating a clinical school for medical undergraduates and enabling students in related fields to train in rural environments. Course details, post-graduate programmes and staff profiles.
- Royal Australian College of General Practitioners: Rural Faculty Providing continuing medical education for rural practitioners through publications, web-based learning and vocational training.