Queensland Trainee Committee
This year we welcome the new Queensland Trainee Committee members for 2026. Former Co-Chairs Dr Maggie Keys and Dr Gabriela Kelly chaired the first meeting of the year and delivered their final report detailing what the previous committee has accomplished as well as the challenges they encountered. The meeting was held in a hybrid setting where many attended in-person at the Qld ANZCA West End office. New hospital representatives were selected and by the end of the meeting, all elected members welcomed new committee co-chairs, Dr Sophie Moin and Dr Luke Salmon.
Queensland Regional Committee
Shoutout to Dr Yasmin Whately
Special recognition goes to: Queensland Education Officer, Dr Yasmin Whately
In 2026 four Aboriginal trainees throughout Australia are starting their training with ANZCA, possibly a record number.
We are proud to say that three of these trainees are in Queensland, and two came through a program which owes its genesis to a proposal originally put forward by Queensland Education Officer, Dr Yasmin Whately, to Metro North Hospital and Health Service: The Critical Care specialty year for Indigenous doctors.
Introduction to Anaesthesia Training Program
Queensland Introduction to Anaesthesia Training Program was held on Saturday 7 February at the ANZCA QLD regional office with 22 remote attendees and 34 in person. It was conveyed by Dr Lynsey Cochrane, Dr Gabriela Kelly, and Dr Sophie Moin. We also extend our gratitude to our sponsor, MDA National for their generosity as well as the presenters, registrar panel and most especially to our convenors for their time, effort, and support into making this program possible.
Final exam refresher course (FERC)
The first part of the Queensland Final exam refresher course delivered a successful week garnering 37 delegates all over Queensland and beyond at the Qld regional office. With Avant sponsoring we were able to bring in Rex’s Cuisine and Brisbane Catering to assist with the trainees’ delicious meal to keep them fuelled daily. Most candidates also sat on a mock SAQ exam whilst those sitting the Viva had the opportunity for the convenor to do one-on-one practice sessions as the exam is taking place. The refresher week was led by Dr John Jones and his eagerness and passion has also led him into marking mock SAQ papers daily and providing feedback at the end of each day. We also take this opportunity to thank Dr Rebecca Kamp for assisting Dr Jones with marking the papers. Overall, the refresher week were well received by all presenters, candidates, and staff. Lastly, this short course will not be made possible without the outstanding support, dedication and help from our presenters. We are extremely grateful for their time and passion to assist our trainees with their exam preparations.
Primary Lecture Program series 1
The Primary Lecture Program series has officially kicked off on Saturday 21 February 2026. We were joined by Dr Tim Hodgson and Dr Laura Panizza who eagerly presented and supported our course which was held at our Qld regional office. Currently, we have 20 in person and 70 remote registrants all over Queensland and Australia. This course is open to all ANZCA and non-ANZCA trainees, and limited spots are still available for those who wishes to join!
Upcoming courses and events
Upcoming courses
- Queensland primary lecture program series 1, 2026
- Queensland primary lecture program series 2, 2026
- Queensland virtual primary viva practice 2026.1
- Queensland primary practice viva 2026.1
- Queensland primary exam refresher course 1, 2026
- Queensland primary viva weekend course 1, 2026
- ANZCA Educators Program: Brisbane 2026
Upcoming CME events
- Queensland ACE March evening meeting
- QLD ACE-CME: Save the date: Cultural Awareness Lecture Evening 2026 - date to be confirmed
- 2026 Queensland ACE Annual Conference
- QLD FPM-CME: Save the date: Tentative: “Case Base Discussion” – date to be confirmed
Qld directory
West End Corporate Park, River Tower, 20 Pidgeon Close, West End QLD 4101
+61 7 3846 1233
The Queensland Regional Committee is an elected body that acts as a conduit between fellows and trainees in the Queensland region and the ANZCA Council to which they report.
The Queensland Trainee Committee is an elected body that acts as a conduit between fellows and trainees in the Queensland region and the ANZCA Council to which they report.
The FPM QRC is an elected body that acts as a conduit between fellows and trainees in the Queensland region, and the FPM Board to which they report.