The Calvary Mater Newcastle (CMN) provides an excellent and clinically diverse General Medicine training experience for Advanced Trainees looking to work in regional NSW, with a component of rural outreach work. The Department of General Medicine has a 54-bed inpatient medical unit and is supported by physicians with specialist interests in Respiratory Medicine, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Haematology, Infectious Diseases and Geriatric Medicine.

The co-location of the mental health unit gives trainees the unique perspective of managing chronic disease in vulnerable populations.  CMN is also the predominant provider of oncology and haematology services in the HNE local health district, providing learning opportunities in the collaborative care of patients with malignancy. Physicians at CMN offer expertise in areas of clinical governance and research, with links to Newcastle University, and support is given to trainees for publications and conference presentations.

In addition to the Core general medicine terms at CMN, the Core subspecialty term options are:

• Infectious Disease
• Respiratory Medicine
• Cardiology (high acuity)
• Palliative Care
• and Geriatric Medicine,

CMN is in Newcastle, approximately 2 hours north of Sydney.  Newcastle is vibrant coastal city known for its stunning beaches, rich history and laid-back lifestyle.

Gosford Hospital is the principle referral hospital and regional trauma centre for the Central Coast Local Health District.

Gosford is a waterfront city situated on the Central Coast located 77km north of Sydney and 86km south of Newcastle.

Learn more about the Central Coast Network - See Wyong Hospital

Wyong Hospital is a level 4 Regional Hospital with 340 beds and one of the busiest EDs in NSW with 76000 presentations annually. In addition to 220 acute beds there is a level 4 ICU, a 6-bed CCU and 4-bed stroke unit. General Medicine accounts for the majority of admissions with over 5000 annually. Additionally, we have subspecialty inpatient teams for Geriatrics, Cardiology, Respiratory, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Endocrine and Haematology. A 12-bed Palliative care unit is currently under construction with expected completion March 2026.

In addition to Core General Medicine and acute Geriatrics, Wyong is accredited for Core Subspeciality training in Cardiology, Geriatric Rehabilitation, ICU, Palliative Care and Respiratory.

Situated roughly 63 km from Newcastle and 89 km from Sydney, making it a popular commuter town. It is part of the Central Coast region, nestled between Tuggerah Lake to the east and the hinterland to the west.

John Hunter Hospital is a well-established tertiary centre with a long track record of quality General and Acute Care Medicine training. The first year of training typically includes a mix of ward-based general medicine posts at John Hunter and Belmont District Hospitals, and a Medical Assessment Unit rotation at John Hunter Hospital (which completes your core ‘acute’ commitments). The second year of core training gives trainees the opportunity to choose any 2 subspecialty rotations in areas of their choice, since the funding follows the trainee. Each trainee can elect to undertake their training in a different order to that above. We also facilitate trainees to return to us to compete their GACM training if they leave mid-training to undertake a second subspecialty.

John Hunter Hospital is situated approx 2 hours north of Sydney.

Armidale Rural Referral Hospital is the principal hospital on the Northern Tablelands of NSW with a referral population of approximately 80,000. The Hospital has 99 beds, including a 32 bed General Medical Ward, a 5 bed ICU/CCU, and 6 dialysis chairs. Excluding the dialysis patients, there are approximately 2,500 General Medical admissions per year that are looked after by five Staff Specialists and one VMO, all of whom are General Physicians with a subspecialty interest. Patients admitted to the ICU/CCU are also looked after by these Physicians. Medicine in Armidale Hospital is therefore very much General and Acute Care Medicine.

Armidale is home to the University of New England, which in turn is home to the School of Rural Medicine. This medical school is a partner in the Joint Medical Program with the School of Medicine and Public Health at the University of Newcastle. Much of the teaching within the School of Rural Medicine is delivered by the Physicians within Armidale Hospital, and an Advanced Trainee would be encouraged to contribute to this.

Armidale is approximately halfway between Sydney (485 km) and Brisbane (467 km).

For more information about the New England Network - See Tamworth

Tamworth/Armidale General Medicine Advanced Training Network offers a unique stand-alone rural General Medicine advanced training program. There are two full time positions. One of the positions will include a 6-month rotation to Armidale.

Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital practises true General Medicine, with all patients admitted under the physician on call for the day. This ensures a breadth and depth of medical problems presenting to the medical service. The hospital has a large drainage area, covering much of North Western New South Wales, meaning that many patients can present from geographically distant areas with a multitude of medical issues. All of the physicians in Tamworth participate fully on the General Medical Roster. Our physician group is united by our love for medicine, and our desire to achieve excellence as clinicians and educators. We are dedicated to the development and training of high-quality General Physicians, with or without dual subspecialty training, who will then become confident and capable of managing general medical issues in a regional or metropolitan environment. Tamworth has a strong reputation as being a centre of educational excellence. Our trainees are well supported and appreciated and enjoy the experience of working and living here.

Tamworth is situated about 400km north of Sydney, this "First City of Lights" (first in Australia to use electric street lighting) is a thriving agricultural and cultural hub with over 60,000 residents.

Where you will be working

Working at Tweed Valley Hospital provides the opportunity for a perfect work-life balance. Located between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast, the Tweed Valley serves up an amazing lifestyle against a stunning natural backdrop. From spectacular mountains to golden beaches and beautiful rivers, the region is overflowing with places to explore among five world heritage listed national parks. The historic town of Murwillumbah is the geographic centre and the cultural hub of the valley. Byron Bay (Australia’s most easterly point) is 30 minutes down the coast and is known for its beauty, relaxed atmosphere and lively entertainment scene. It is a popular spot for tourists and people seeking an alternative lifestyle. Along the coast from Byron up to Tweed Heads, surfers are spoilt for choice!  

The hospital is located on the outskirts of Kingscliff - just 10 minutes south of the Queensland border and the Coolangatta International Airport, and 90 minutes to Brisbane!

Coffs Harbour Health Campus (CHHC) is a major 357-bed public teaching hospital.  The facility provides 24/7 emergency, surgical, and specialist care to the Mid North Coast region.  As the busiest regional trauma centre between Newcastle and the Tweed, it features a comprehensive emergency department, intensive care, and recently upgraded facilities following a $194 million expansion.

This site is accredited for:

• General Medicine (Acute)
• Medical Assessment Unit (MAU) Acute
• Subspecialty for Stroke (Acute)

Coffs Harbour is a major coastal city on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, known for its pleasant climate, long sandy beaches, and lush hinterland. Positioned roughly halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, it has grown into one of the largest urban centres on the North Coast, with a 2021 population of around 78,759. The Gumbaynggirr people are the Traditional Owners of the region, which today blends thriving tourism—highlighted by attractions such as the Big Banana, Solitary Islands Marine Park, and scenic forested ranges—with a strong service, education, and retail economy.

For more information about training in this network see Royal North Shore

Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital is a major 300-bed metropolitan teaching hospital located in Hornsby NSW, providing emergency, acute care, and mental health services to over 300,000 residents.  Following a significant $265 million Stage 2 redevelopment, it features a modern 7-level clinical services building with advanced imaging, intensive care, and specialised surgical units.

This site is accredited for :

• MAU (Acute)

Hornsby is a suburb on the Upper North Shore of Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia, approximately 23 kilometres (14 mi) north-west of the Sydney central business district. It is the administrative centre of the local government area of Hornsby Shire.

For more information about training in this network see Royal North Shore

Northern Beaches Hospital (NBH) is a 488-bed, state-of-the-art facility in Frenches Forest NSW, that opened in 2018 to provide both public and private healthcare.

The site is accredited for:

• General Medicine
• Subspecialty Endocrinology

The Northern Beaches is a coastal region of Sydney, NSW, extending 30kim from Manly to Palm Beach, known for its relaxed lifestyle, 52+ iconic surf beaches, and national parks. Covering 254 sq km, the area (population ~263,500) features scenic, family-friendly spots like Dee Why, Avalon, and Pittwater, alongside vibrant village hubs, ocean pools, and popular attractions like the Barrenjoey Lighthouse.

For more information about training in this network see Royal North Shore

North Shore Private Hospital (NSPH), located in St Leonards, Sydney, is a leading 336-bed Ramsey Health Care Facility providing comprehensive surgical, medical, and maternity services.  As a Sydney University  teaching hospital, it specialises in complex areas including orthopaedics, neurosurgery, cardiac care, and cancer treatment.  It features modern, private patient facilities and is co-located with the public Royal North Shore Hospital.

The site is accredited for:

• Subspecialty Cardiology
• Subspecialty ICU (Acute)

For more information about the network see Royal North Shore

Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) provides public health services in the Local Government Areas of Hornsby, Ku-ring-gai, Manly, Pittwater, Warringah, Ryde, Mosman, North Sydney, Willoughby, Lane Cove and Hunters Hill. With a growing and diverse workforce of approximately 8,350 employees, NSLHD provides a wide range of public health services to a population of approximately 840,000. While Royal North Shore Hospital is the major referral and teaching hospital, Ryde, Hornsby Ku-ring-gai, Northern Beaches Hospital, Sydney Adventist and North Shore Private Hospitals play an integral role in acute service delivery and the training of clinicians. Supporting the acute hospitals are a number of Community Health Centres throughout the region and a strong community health team.

Trainees employed by Royal North Shore hospital will provide a General and Acute Medical Service to Royal North Shore Hospital with rotations to Coffs Harbour Hospital (General Medicine/ MAU and Stroke Medicine), North Shore Private Hospital (Cardiology and Intensive Care Unit), Sydney Adventist Hospital (General and Respiratory Medicine), Hornsby Hospital (MAU) and Northern Beaches Hospital (General Medicine and Infectious Diseases/Endocrinology).

The site is accredited for:

• General Medicine
• MAU (Acute)

Sydney Adventist Hospital, known a "the San" is NSW's largest private, non-for-profit hospital located in Wahroonga, operating since 1903.  With over 550 beds and 2300+ staff, it provides comprehensive acute care including a 24/7 emergency department, cancer services, and maternity.  The San is renowned for its whole-person care approach and is a teaching hospital.

This site is accredited for:

• General Medicine
• Subspecialty Respiratory Medicine

Wahroonga is a leafy, affulent 'garden suburb' on Sydney's Upper North Shore, located 25km northwest of the CBD.  Known for its quiet, tree-lined streets, large heritage home, a charming village atmosphere, it is highly sought after by families.  The are offers prestigious schools, immediate access to Lane Cove National Park.

For more information about the network see Royal North Shore

Orange Health Service is a major regional Level 5 public hospital in Central Western NSW.  Opened in 2011, it serves as a primary regional trauma centre and teaching facility, offering extensive services including emergency care, cancer treatment, and mental health services.

Orange is vibrant, cool-climage city in the Central West region, located 254km west of Sydney.  Famous as a premier food and wine destination with over 60 vineyards, it offers four distinct seasons, rich in heritage, and stunning scenery near Mount Canobolas.  It is a major agricultural, mining, and health hub with a population of over 41,000.

Port Macquarie Base Hospital is a 228-bed, level five public facility offering 24/7 emergency care and comprehensive specialist services, including intensive care, cardiology, oncology, and renal dialysis.  It acts as a major health hub for the Mid North Coast region, providing acute care and allied health services.

Port Macquarie Base Hospital (including Kempsey Hospital) is accredited for:

• General Medicine-Related (PREP program)/ Other core (new program), acute in MAU
• Subspecialty:
  • Geriatrics, not acute (this role includes combined Orthogeriatric/Stroke/Sub-acute care)
  • Infectious Diseases.
• Kempsey Hospital is accredited for maximum one trainee for six months General medicine, acute.

Port Macquarie is a vibrant coastal city located approx. 390km north of Sydney at the mouth of the Hastings River.  Renowned for its 17 stunning beaches, temperate climate, and high koala population, it is a popular tourist and retirement destination blending convict history, outdoor adventure, and a thriving food culture.

Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is a major cross-boarder public health provider in Australia, operating campuses in Albury and Wodonga to serve a regional population of 300,000.  Formed in 2009, it offers comprehensive acute, emergency,  maternity, and mental health services.  A $558 million redevelopment is underway, creating a new, expanded regional hospital by 2027.

Albury Campus is accredited for:

• General Medicine
• General Medicine related (PREP program)/ Other core (new program) (acute)
• Subspecialty (Albury Campus)
  • Endocrinology
  • Nephrology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology (not acute)
  • Haematology/Oncology

Wodonga Campus is accredited for:

• General Medicine
• General Medicine (Acute)

Albury Wodonga is a major twin-city regional hub located on the NSW-Victoria boarder along the Murray River.  It acts as a bustling, strategic center for commerce, culture, and industry, roughly 300km from Melbourne and 550km from Sydney, offering a blend of city amenities and natural, scenic surroundings.,

The newly redeveloped Griffith Base Hospital, opened in mid-2025 as part of a $250 million investment, is a modern 119-bed facility serving the Riverina region.  It features a 24/7 emergency department, a new ICU, modern maternity unit, and upgraded surgical theaters.  The site offers improved, patient-focused care with single/double rooms, sustainable design, and co-located outpatient services.

The site is accredited for:

• General Medicine
• General Medicine Related (PREP program) / Other core (new program) (ICU Critical Care)

Griffith is a vibrant, multicutural city in regional NSW with a population of approx 27,000 in the heart of the Riverina kwon as Australia's 'food bowl'.  Griffith is 6 hours from Sydney and 5 hours from Melbourne.  it is a family-friendly, affordable city with good schools, healthcare, and recreational activities like Lake Wyangan.

Auburn Hospital is a 155-bed public community hospital in Western Sydney providing 24/7 emergency, medical, surgical, maternity, and critical care services. Part of the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) and affiliated with the University of Notre Dame, it is a teaching hospital focusing on diverse community needs.

The site is accredited for:

More information - coming soon

Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital is accredited for advanced training in Core General Medicine (terms MAU, Acute Geriatrics); Core General Medicine related (terms Ambulatory Care/Hospital in the Home, Orthogeriatrics); Core Subspecialty (terms Stroke unit, Geriatrics/Rehab; Older Persons Behavioural Unit). The 6 months in MAU will also include providing an Infectious Disease consultation service.

Bankstown Hospital is a principal referral and teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of NSW, University of Sydney and University of Western Sydney providing a wide range of general medical, surgical and sub-specialty services.

This site is accredited for:

• General Medicine in the following:
  • Acute Geriatrics Role (not high acuity)
  • Medical Assessment Unit (MAU) / General Medical Short Stay Unit (GMSSU) (not high acuity)
• General Medicine related (PREP program) Other core (new program) in the following:
  • Ambulatory Care/Hospital in the Home
  • Orthogeriatrics
• Subspecialty:
  • Stroke (high acuity)
  • Geriatrics/Rehab
  • Older Persons Behavioural Unit
  • Nephrology

A new $2 billion, state-of-the-art Bankstown Hospital is being developed in the heart of the Sydney CBD, marking the largest public hospital investment in NSW history to serve South-West Sydney,  Replacing the current facility, this multi-storey hospital is expected to be operational by 2031, with early works starting in 2026.

Canterbury Hospital offers General Medicine rotation which involves medical assessment of admitted patients in Emergency, inpatient care and outpatient clinics.

Canterbury Hospital is a metropolitan acute general hospital that offers 24/7 emergency care, general medicine, maternity, aged care, rehabilitation, palliative care, paediatrics and outpatient services.

This site is accredited for:

• General Medicine (not high acuity)
• General Medicine Related (PREP program) / Other core (new program) (not high acuity)

Located in Campsie, a densely populate, highly multicultural Inner West surburb known for its vibrant Asian food scene, excellent transport links, and affordable apartment living.  Located 11km from Sydney CBD, it offers a bustling, diverse environment with ammenities like shopping centres, hospitals, and Cooks River Parklands.

Liverpool Hospital is one of Australia's largest and most advanced healthcare faclilities, serving as a primary Level 1 Trauma Centre for South Western Sydney,  Located in Liverpool it is a major teaching hospital affiliated with the University of New South Wales, offering comprehensive, high-level specialist care and research.

This site is accredited for:

• General Medicine (Acute)

Liverpool hospital offers General Medicine, Acute Medicine/MAU and Subspecialty rotations. As the subspecialty rotation is funded through General and Acute Care Medicine the subspecialty is flexible, and can be adjusted to meet the needs and desires of each trainee.

There is one Acute Medicine team, with the MAU as its home ward. In addition to the advanced trainee, it has two basic physician trainees, covering extended hours to 8 pm on weekdays. There are two General Medicine teams, and the advanced trainee is the registrar on one of these teams.

Liverpool is located 32 km southwest of Sydney's CBD and is one of the oldest, most diverse and fastest-growing urban centres.

St George Hospital is located in Kogarah 16km south of Sydney CBD. It is a major 600+ bed teriary referral hospital and Level 1 Trauma Centre servicing South Eastern Sydney. As a premier teaching affiliated the University of New South Wales, it offers comprehensive acute services and undergoing significant $411 million expansion.

This site is accredited for:

• General Medicine (not acute)
  • General Medicine Unit
• General Medicine related (PREP program) / Other core (new program)
  • Medical Assessment Unit (high acuity)
  • Peri-operative Medicine

Kogarah is a bustling, multicultural suburb in Sydney's southern suburbs, serving as a major health, education and residential hub within the Georges River area.

The Sutherland Hospital (TSH) is located in the Sutherland Shire ('the Shire') in Caringbah approx 30 minutes form the Sydney CBD.  TSH was established in 1958 and is a major metropolitan hospital and teaching hospital.  The hospital has 375 beds and each year cares for more than 50,000 patients in emergency and 28,000 patients are admitted.

The Sutherland Hospital offers General Medicine rotation which involves a rapid assessment model for acute general medicine patients bypassing Emergency, inpatient care and outpatient clinics.

This site is accredited for:

• General Medicine (Acute)

Caringbah  is a diverse, family-friendly suburb, offering a mix of residential, commercial and industrial areas.  Known for its leafy streets, varied housing, central railway station, proximity to Cronulla beaches and easy access to waterways like Port Hacking.

The Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (Wollongong Hospital, Shellharbour Hospital and Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital) has site accreditation for 24 months core training.

The Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (Wollongong Hospital, Shellharbour Hospital and Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital) has site accreditation for 24 months core training.