History
The excellent training available in respiratory medicine at the hospital
has been widely recognised for many years and the department was integral
in the establishment of a curriculum for paediatric respiratory training that
is overseen by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Several of the
world's leading paediatric respiratory physicians have trained in the
department. We are able to offer training in both clinical respiratory
paediatrics and respiratory research either as a Clinical Research Fellow or as
a Clinical Observer.
See List of past Fellows
1.Clinical Research Fellowships
Fellowship positions are available each year to advanced
trainees in paediatrics wishing to undertake studies in Respiratory Medicine
depending on funding. Applicants must have at least 3 years experience in
paediatrics and have passed the FRACP Part 1 examination or an equivalent. They
are suitable for those who have already gained some experience in the
specialty.
These positions are accredited by the Specialist Advisory Committee
(SAC) of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) in Australia.
Funding for Fellows
Fellowships are not funded by the RCH. Funding options include
- Murdoch Children's Research Foundation (MCRI) - for higher degree students only.
- NH & MRC Fellowships - for higher degree students only.
- Self - funded
International applicants must have passed the IELTS English Language examination with a score of at least 7 points in each band.
An exemption will be granted if the doctor has completed secondary education in a country with English as the first language, or they have passed another test of English proficiency (eg, OET, USMLE, PLAB, NZREX) at a level acceptable to the Australian Medical Council (AMC).
2. Clinical Observers
Two (2) Fellowships are offered each year. These Fellowships are for a period of up to 12 months and are for doctors who wish to obtain clinical experience in the management of paediatric respiratory diseases. Fellows will receive clinical exposure to patients in an outpatient and inpatient setting, attend clinical meetings, and may participate in clinical research projects.
International applicants must have passed the IELTS English Language examination with an overall score of > 6 AND a speaking band of > 6. An exemption will be granted if the doctor has completed secondary education in a country with English as the first language, or they have passed another tests of English proficiency (eg, OET, USMLE, PLAB, NZREX) at a level acceptable to the AMC.
Clinical observers are not directly responsible for patient care.
Funding for Observers
All inquiries should be directed to Professor Phil Robinson, Director of Respiratory Medicine.
Phone: +61 3 9345 5818
Email: Respiratory.Medicine@rch.org.au