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The ACSEP was originally formed as the Australian College of Sports Physicians (ACSP) in 1985 by a group of doctors with vocational interest in sports medicine. [30] Some of the original sports physicians in Australia were GPs who took an interest in sport and eventually chose to practise full-time in this area. [31]
Sports medicine is a branch of medicine that deals with physical fitness and the treatment and prevention of injuries related to sports and exercise. Although most sports teams have employed team physicians for many years, it is only since the late 20th century that sports medicine emerged as a distinct field of health care.
Reciprocally, Australia accepts most recognised university and specialty qualifications of international medical graduates from countries with well-established medical education programs and health systems; that is, pending verification of the person's identity (including visa and immigration requirements), qualifications, practice history and ...
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Sports Medicine Australia is Australia's peak national umbrella body for sports medicine and sports science. It was established in 1963 as the Australian Sports Medicine Federation . [ 1 ] Its current membership includes sports medicine and health professionals, sports trainers , sporting clubs and community members.
The Australian Salaried Medical Officers' Federation (ASMOF) is an Australian trade union, affiliated with the Australian Council of Trade Unions, that represents doctors who receive salaries. [2] In Australia doctors operate as self-employed tradespeople, or as salaried employees of clinics, hospitals, or other organisations; ASMOF represents ...
Overseas trained doctors in Australia (OTDs) are medical practitioners who completed their core medical training overseas. Historically, from time to time there has been a shortage of qualified medical practitioners in Australia, especially in rural Australia, [1] and the Australian Government has at times encouraged immigration for such graduates to Australia.
John Orchard FACSEP AM (born 1967) is an Australian sport and exercise medicine physician, notable for advocating for rule changes in sport to improve player safety.In 2020 he was awarded a Member of the Order of the Order of Australia for significant service to sports medicine, particularly cricket. [1]