In this edition of The NSW Doctor, we introduce AMA (NSW) president Dr Fred Betros and vice president Dr Theresa Ly, exploring the personal and professional journeys that shaped their commitment to medicine and advocacy.
We also welcome Dominique Egan as AMA (NSW) CEO as she outlines her priorities for the organisation and the work ahead, including the landmark Visiting Medical Officer arbitration and the lead-up to the 2027 NSW election.
This edition examines why prevention must be central to addressing Australia’s growing chronic disease burden and easing pressure on hospitals. We also explore the increasing criminalisation of healthcare and the challenges facing doctors across the profession.
Our My Practice feature profiles reconstructive plastic surgeon A/Prof Joe Dusseldorp and his work helping patients restore what they thought was lost, while Member Focus recognises Dr Stephen Ruthven’s remarkable 50 years of AMA membership.
