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Work as a Doctor in Australia

Real experiences

Over the years, overseas trained doctors have made a significant and valuable contribution to Australian healthcare. In this section, a few of them have taken the opportunity to express their thoughts on working and living as a doctor in Australia. These stories provide a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards experienced when living and working as a doctor in Australia.

Last updated 10/12/2007