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AMA (WA) – Putting doctors and patients first since 1898

The AMA (WA) is the largest independent professional organisation for medical practitioners and medical students in the State
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We're advocating for all doctors

Award negotiations
With a history of securing substantial salary increases and enhanced working conditions, the AMA (WA) has benefited salaried practitioners over many years.

Advocacy and policy influence
The AMA (WA) represents you on issues that matter most to the medical profession, leveraging collective strength to advocate for policies that improve your working conditions and outcomes.

Local industrial representation
Access expert guidance on rosters, payslips, overtime, and leave entitlements. AMA (WA) members receive personalised expert support to navigate workplace issues, ensuring your rights are protected.

Personalised support for Private Practitioners
We offer tailored advice and employment contract templates to help private practices remain compliant with the Fair Work Act. Members also receive assistance with dispute resolution and representation in cases of unfair dismissal claims against your practice.

Professional advice and support
Our team provides conciliation services and guidance on managing patient or colleague complaints, court attendance, confidentiality issues, Medical Board matters, and support for discrimination or bullying concerns.

CPD Home

From 2024, doctors are no longer able to self-manage CPD — with a compulsory accredited CPD home subscription required. The AMA (WA)’s CPD Home service is here to simplify the process.

With CPD Home, you’ll have access to:

Comprehensive programs for all career stages & scope of practice;
CPD activities tailored to you;
Seamless tracking & personalised support;
CPD on the go, with our ad-free app;
AMA (WA) member discount;
Flexible monthly payment options; and
A trusted brand backed by the AMA & ASA.

Easily upload CPD records, track activities, and generate your annual CPD Statement of Completion.

Member-exclusive resources and events

We offer a variety of resources, events, and learning opportunities to support your growth, and to give you a chance to meet and network with your fellow doctors.

Events, seminars, and workshops
The AMA (WA) hosts a range of events, seminars and workshops throughout the year to enhance your skills and knowledge across a range of areas. We focus on topics that are of interest and relevance to medical practitioners and practice managers.

Member-only publications
Stay informed with exclusive access to Medicus, our award-winning, bimonthly journal packed with the latest clinical research, analysis, practice updates, and thought-provoking editorials, or explore Med e-Link, our fortnightly newsletter delivering AMA (WA) updates and industry insights.

Member Benefits Portal

AMA (WA) members have access to an extensive range of exclusive offers and special discounts through our user-friendly Member Benefits Portal. These offers are not only available to members but also to their immediate family. Explore valuable benefits across a variety of categories, including:

Travel
Discounts on hotels, lounges, and travel packages

Automotive
Savings on cars, accessories, fuel, and maintenance

Electronics
Preferred rates on laptops, phones, and personal electronics

Lifestyle
Offers on wellness, dining, and entertainment

Flexible membership options

With categories tailored to every career stage and work arrangement, the AMA (WA) offers membership options for everyone, including overseas doctors, newly fellowed, part-time practitioners, those on parental leave, doctors over 70, retirees, joint memberships, and more.