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Thousands were left without a GP when eight left Armidale, but a remote supervision program is filling the gap

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Armidale lost eight experienced GPs this year, leaving 6,000 people without a doctor. GP registrar Dr Daniel Mastroianni is taking part in an innovative remote supervision program. Dr Maree Puxty spent nearly 20 years as owner of the West Armidale Medical Centre, but sold the practice to relocate to Lake Macquarie to be closer to family.

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Royal Australian College of General Practitioners remote supervision eases Armidale GP shortage

Dr Daniel Mastroianni's GP training is being undertaken via Zoom and monthly visits by the centre's former owner, but says he feels fully supported and patients are lining up to see him.

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ABC Australia broke the news in Australia on Saturday, September 23, 2023.
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