Look forward to some long awaited reforms being announced.

Eagerly awaiting the Medicare and health budget announcements next week. We will see if this government has the courage to implement the true reform our system needs. lnkd.in/gxFbF6xK

I spoke about how we could have a system to fund the prevention of a joint replacement rather than pay for a joint replacement. This would reduce the waiting lists, improve the patient journey, save money and use the full scope of practice of #physios Christian Barton

Following the release of the Federal Budget earlier this week, we’ve prepared an analysis of how the major initiatives announced impact physiotherapists. #Budget2023 Head here to learn more: australian.physio/home/highlight…

Well done Australian Physiotherapy Association on a successful 2022, and thank you to everyone who contributes to the work they do. lnkd.in/garS2XNp

Well done Rik Dawson. Great to see Australian Physiotherapy Association represented internationally.

Great article. Scott Willis GAICD provides a good summary of things we could do immediate improve primary care. lnkd.in/gCFaPt2N

Some FAQs answered here for those considering seeing one of our psychology team. lnkd.in/gWaZA7ER

There’s a great opportunity to improve access and outcomes for patients in Adelaide through better engagement/integration of Primary Care providers. Physiotherapists are first contact practitioners with unique skills/competencies that are under utilized…lnkd.in/gXunekTz

What a privilege it was to attend the #NAIDOCawards in Brisbane with these legends. Congratulations to all nominees for their inspiring work and of course to the award winners!

Lecturing to final year physio students about working in private practice today. Well done UniSA. Providing links to industry for our future physios is an excellent initiative.

An important part of the discussion around reforming Primary Care in Aus. With the right governance in place these are some sensible and safe recommendations. Thanks Natassia Chrysanthos smh.com.au/politics/feder…

Well done Australian Physiotherapy Association and APA President. Proud to be a physio in Aus when I see our membership association advocating for structural reform that will lead to better health outcomes and governance.

Probably the best summary and explanation I have heard comes from these two... #voteYes abc.net.au/listen/program…

Great to have the Australian College of Physiotherapists with the Australian Physiotherapy Association board in Melb. Strategic discussions on the career pathway of #physios and the value to the health system. Holly Hanson (Brasher) Mark Round Peter Tziavrangos Tom McMillan Gen McGlashan

I spoke to 2ST Radio this morning about #veteran health not fit for purpose for the future. We need urgent review of funding high value care, improving access to care and the poor remuneration of #physio. Veterans expect and deserve better. Australian Physiotherapy Association Matt Keogh MP

Thank you Australian Physiotherapy Association SA for inviting me to speak at the end of year event for members. It was a pleasure to share an update on behalf of the board of directors and also to give a big thanks to outgoing branch president Aaron Beck.

The APA welcomes the Scope of Practice Review report released today, highlighting key reforms that strengthen physiotherapy's role in Australia’s health system. These changes mean better care, faster treatment, and improved access for all Australians. australian.physio/media/reform-s…

APA acknowledges Professor Mark Cormack’s work on the SoP report, providing robust, evidence-based solutions to enhance high-value care. We commend Minister Mark Butler’s leadership in reimagining healthcare’s future and look forward to supporting transformative change together.

Great to see the Scope of Practice Review released. After much consultation and consideration, Prof Mark Cormack has delivered with a number of safe and effective recommendations which can reform our overwhelmed health system.