Mr Philip Munro
Education Officer, IMG
Phone: +61 2 9268 9724
Fax: +61 2 9268 9799
Email: img@ranzcr.edu.au
Specialist Recognition in Australia or Vocational Registration in New Zealand
The purpose of the specialist assessment is to determine the comparability of training, qualifications and experience of international medical graduates (IMGs), with Australian and New Zealand trained specialists. In Australia, the application process is administered by the Australian Medical Council (AMC), but assessment of the applicant’s training and experience is undertaken by the relevant specialist medical College. In New Zealand, the application process is administered by the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) but assessment of the applicant’s qualifications, training and experience is undertaken by the relevant specialist medical College.
Australia
The Medical Board of Australia accepts international medical graduates, who are assessed and recognised by Australian specialist medical colleges, for registration to practise in their field of specialisation.
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New Zealand
In order for a doctor to be registered within a vocational scope of practice, the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) must be satisfied that the doctor has qualifications, training and experience equivalent to that of a New Zealand trained specialist.
Overseas trained doctors with non-specialist qualifications
In order to be recognised as a specialist in radiology or radiation oncology by the College, it is necessary to complete five years in radiology training positions accredited by the College and to pass the College's Part I and Part II Radiology examinations.
Eligibility for Fellowship
There are a number of pathways towards Fellowship that are available for international medical graduates, depending on the assessment undertaken for specialist recognition.