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Medical Council Data Shows Women Now Make Up 50.1 Percent Of Practicing Doctors
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 4:16 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
Medical Council Chair Dr Rachelle Love said the latest data shows a change in the make-up of the medical workforce in New Zealand. More >>
First National Survey Focused Specifically On Training Experience Gives Voice To Doctors In Training
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 2:55 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
Council Chair Dr Rachelle Love said the findings provide a valuable evidence base to support ongoing improvements in medical education and training. More >>
Medical Council Invites Feedback On The Regulation Of Physician Associates/Physician Assistants (PAs)
Tuesday, 2 December 2025, 4:14 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
The Medical Council is looking to the medical profession, stakeholders and the public to help shape the regulatory framework. This will ensure that patients can expect high-quality, culturally safe care. More >>
Workforce Survey Shows More Doctors, Increasing Diversity, And Changing Workforce Patterns
Thursday, 16 October 2025, 7:10 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
The Workforce Survey is conducted annually as part of practising certificate renewal. In 2025, 97.9% of doctors responded, providing one of the most comprehensive national workforce snapshots available. More >>
Faster, Easier Registration For Overseas-Trained Doctors To Enter Aotearoa New Zealand’s Medical Workforce
Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 9:10 am | Medical Council of New Zealand
“This is about getting qualified doctors into communities that need them — faster,” says Dr Rachelle Love, Chair of the Medical Council. “At a time when the health system is under strain, these changes reflect our commitment to practical solutions ... More >>
Medical Council To Regulate The Physician Associate Profession
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 4:37 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
Council’s focus will be on setting clear and appropriate standards for PAs working in Aotearoa New Zealand, to ensure public safety. Regulation will provide clarity for patients, PAs, and doctors about the role and expectations of PAs within our ... More >>
Update On The Medical Council Registration Pathways And Trends
Saturday, 23 November 2024, 9:46 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
The number of registered doctors rose by 3.4%, from 19,344 to 20,010, reflecting a positive trend in workforce expansion. NZ trained doctors accounted for 29% of new registrations (535); International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in 2023/2024 made ... More >>
2024 NZ Workforce Survey Report
Tuesday, 29 October 2024, 3:24 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
This report leverages data collected during the annual practising certificate application process, offering an invaluable snapshot of the medical workforce. It provides a clear picture of the profession's present landscape and offers insights into its ... More >>
New Fast-Track Registration For Specialist International Medical Graduates To Start In November
Monday, 21 October 2024, 11:34 am | Medical Council of New Zealand
Eligible doctors with approved specialist qualications from the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia can now have their applications processed very quickly (within 20 working days), allowing them to start work in Aotearoa New Zealand much sooner. More >>
Medical Council Of New Zealand Appointments And Reappointments
Monday, 8 July 2024, 12:35 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
The new appointments see Dr Curtis Walker and Dr Pamela Hale stepping down from Council, effective from 30 June 2024. More >>
Medical Council Of New Zealand Election Outcome
Friday, 12 April 2024, 9:33 am | Medical Council of New Zealand
Doctors Stephen Child and Ainsley Goodman are current Council members and were re-elected. More >>
Medical Council Announces Leadership For 2024
Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 3:39 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
At its first meeting for 2024, held yesterday, Te Kaunihera Rata o Aotearoa | The Medical Council of New Zealand elected Dr Rachelle Love as its new Chair and re-elected Mr Simon Watt as Deputy Chair. “Both members bring a wealth of experience and commitment ... More >>
Call For Nominations Medical Council Of New Zealand Elections
Tuesday, 5 December 2023, 2:32 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
Nominations have now opened for the next election of medical members onto the Te Kaunihera Rata o Aotearoa |Medical Council of New Zealand (Council). “The Council has an important role in protecting public safety by setting standards for the medical ... More >>
Key Insights Unveiled: NZ Medical Workforce in 2023 Survey Reveals Transformative Trends
Thursday, 2 November 2023, 8:52 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Rata o Aotearoa | The Medical Council of New Zealand is pleased to release the findings from the New Zealand Medical Workforce in 2023 Survey . A comprehensive report that delves deep into the dynamics of doctors working in Aotearoa. This report ... More >>
Medical Council Launches Innovative Data Dashboard Showcasing Key Insights Into The Medical Workforce
Wednesday, 23 August 2023, 5:57 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Rata o Aotearoa | The Medical Council of New Zealand is pleased to announce the launch of our datadashboard that is now publicly available to view on Council’s website. This dashboard provides a comprehensive and dynamic overview ... More >>
The Medical Council Of New Zealand Releases 2022 Medical Workforce Survey Results
Monday, 14 November 2022, 10:51 am | Medical Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Rata o Aoteroa |The Medical Council of New Zealand today released the results of its New Zealand Medical Workforce in 2022 survey . Council’s Chair, Dr Curtis Walker says “key findings show that while Māori and Pasifika doctors ... More >>
Key Findings Into The New Zealand Medical Workforce Released
Tuesday, 31 May 2022, 12:14 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Rata o Aoteroa |The Medical Council of New Zealand today released the results of its New Zealand Medical Workforce in 2021 Survey . Council’s Chair, Dr Curtis Walker says “key findings show that while Māori and Pasifika doctors ... More >>
Recent Suspensions Of The Practicing Certificates For Conduct Relating To Covid-19
Wednesday, 15 December 2021, 9:41 am | Medical Council of New Zealand
The Chair of Te Kaunihera Rata o Aotearoa | The Medical Council of New Zealand, Dr Curtis Walker, reinforced today that public health and safety remains the top priority for Council. His statement follows the recent interim suspension of the ... More >>
New Report On Cultural Safety And Health Equity For Māori
Saturday, 26 September 2020, 2:02 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
The Medical Council of New Zealand, in partnership with Te Ohu Rata O Aotearoa (Te ORA), has released an independent research report outlining findings on the current state of cultural safety and health equity delivered by doctors in Aotearoa New Zealand. ... More >>
Medical Council Pays Tribute To Honours Recipients
Tuesday, 2 June 2020, 4:06 pm | Medical Council of New Zealand
The Medical Council congratulates all those recognised in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours, paying particular tribute to medical professionals who have been acknowledged. Among those honoured are current Medical Council member Professor John ... More >>
