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General Practice in Aged Care Incentive (GPACI) Patient Registration Update

New Doctor opens books in Balranald
In fantastic news for the community of Balranald, especially in the lead up to Christmas and the new year, General Practitioner Dr Vitalis Ihuarulam has opened his books, six months after the community’s long serving General Practitioner, Dr Zotov retired.
Dr Ihuarulam’s commencement is the result of a tremendous collaborative effort between Rural Doctors Network (RDN) and Balranald Shire Council, the Far West Local Health District (FWLHD) and the Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN

WNSW PHN celebrates Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan Launch
Last week, more than 70 Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) staff and stakeholders celebrated the launch of the organisation’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) on unceded Wiradjuri land. The RAP Launch is a big milestone for WNSW PHN, highlighting its ongoing commitment to creating a more inclusive, respectful, and equitable future.

Dr Vijay Pandya Recognised with Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour at Dubbo Rhino Awards
Dr Vijay Pandya, a long-serving general practitioner at Dubbo Medical and Allied Health Group (DMAHG), was recently honoured with the prestigious Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour at the Dubbo Business Chamber Rhino Awards. The award, presented in October, celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the business community, demonstrating entrepreneurial spirit, strategic vision, and innovation while inspiring future generations of leaders.
