I was fortunate enough to complete my second John Flynn Placement in the Northern Territory on Groote Eylandt from 12 to 27 June 2016. This was my first time being placed on Groote, having completed my first placement in Ampilatwatja, NT in 2014.
Medical cheekydogs
23 May 2016
“SHUT UP!” says Dean, “I can’t even hear myself think!”
What?? I’m stunned. The local indigenous men have been nothing but friendly and inclusive towards me. This is the first moment of censorship.
10 December 2015
Returning for Kintore the second time I felt myself incredibly excited. As the bush bus approached the small community and the familiar shapes of men’s and women’s mountains came into view, I realised just how much I had enjoyed my previous trip out here.
1 February 2015
Two years ago, I asked to be considered for an Indigenous community placement because I wanted to develop healthcare skills to address the many issues facing t
1 February 2015
Having started my medical journey at the University of Melbourne on a pretext of service, I sought out ways to implement this passion during my education.