PHOTO: Western New South Wales Local Health District staff who attended the award ceremony for the NSW Premier’s Award for Excellence in Digital Innovation.
A virtual medical service for rural and regional patients has won the NSW Premier’s Award for Excellence in Digital Innovation.
The Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) has used innovative technology to lead the way in battling the chronic bush doctor shortage in regional News South Wales by creating the Virtual Rural Generalist Service (VRGS).
The virtual service is made up of a pool of 25 Australian-trained doctors, based both locally and internationally, with specialised GP experience in rural and regional communities. These medical professionals can provide consultations at any time, using video conferencing…