2026 Medical Campaign Intake Webinar Series
From intern to fellow, discover a wide range of opportunities with diverse case mix, work-life balance, career advancement, and hands-on training in a supportive environment. Register for the webinar series developed especially for medical students and junior doctors preparing their application to Queensland Health’s Intern or RMO/Registrar Campaigns.
A network of medical training opportunities
We connect medical students, interns and junior doctors with resources and opportunities to prepare for specialist training and beyond, creating stronger health outcomes in our region.
Dr Tadiwa Mashavave, Junior Doctor, Mackay Base Hospital
“It was during my time at JCU that I decided I wanted to end up somewhere rural or regional and I thought I would be able to gain a lot of hands-on skills in my junior years at a regional hospital like Mackay Base Hospital. It’s been great working with other doctors who are as passionate about rural health and the people it serves.”
Dr Hannah Bennett, Rural Generalist and Pain Specialist, Townsville University Hospital
"As a consultant in Pain Medicine, I have excellent work-life balance. Townsville is a great place to raise a family and there's so much on your doorstep here. It's just an easy life.” Read More
Dr Anthony Brazzale, Cardiologist, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
“We have advanced trainees who come from Brisbane and want to come back here now as consultants. They tell us this is one of the best training centres in Australia. The opportunities you get up here, you’ll get nowhere else.” Read MoreKeep up to date with our latest news & events!
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29 April 2025
A career built from the ground up: Dr Jason Yates Reflects on 25 Years of JCU Medicine
When Dr Jason Yates walked through the doors of James Cook University’s fledgling medical school more than two decades ago, he was part of a bold experiment — the first cohort of a new generation of doctors, trained in the North for the North.
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14 April 2025
Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow: Celebrating 25 Years of JCU Medicine
Northern Queensland Regional Training Hubs (NQRTH) is proud to sponsor a milestone symposium, bringing together delegates from across the region and beyond to reflect on the experiences and achievements of James Cook University’s Medical School since its inception.
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8 April 2025
Dr Prue Wallin: A Passion for Rural Medicine
For Dr Prue Wallin, medicine has always been about connection—caring for patients holistically and understanding the broader community context.
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1 April 2025
PEHA: leaders in patient-focused emergency care
We are thrilled to welcome Private Emergency Health Australia (PEHA) as the Gold Sponsor for the JCU Medicine 25 Year Anniversary Celebration this May!Â
Read MoreThe NQRTH medical training network:
NQRTH is an initiative of the Australian Government's Integrated Rural Training Pipeline (IRTP) and is facilitated by James Cook University in partnership with public and private hospitals, Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council (QAIHC), health services, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) and GP clinics.
Cairns region
(07) 4226 7138
Central West region
(07) 4764 1547
Mackay region
(07) 4885 7122
North West region
(07) 4764 1547
Torres and Cape region
(07) 4095 6103
Townsville region
(07) 4781 3424