I am standing for election as President-elect Royal Australasian College of Physicians and Board Director of RACP
I would value your support.
My election statements are enclosed below.
Introductory Statement
Fellows and trainees,
Over the past year, our College has faced real upheaval – public disagreements, leadership instability and governance confusion. Many of us have felt frustrated and disappointed. We joined the RACP to make a difference for our patients, to support one another and to train the next generation – consistent with the expectations of the Membership.
It’s time to steady the ship and work together again. We need practical, transparent reform: fair fees, smarter use of technology, a board that listens and answers to members, stronger voices for Faculties and Chapters, and professional advocacy we can all be proud of. Any constitutional change must be based on proven need and clearly beneficial to members.
I’ve had the privilege of working alongside physicians across different specialties and know the strength that comes from collaboration. As President-elect and Board Director, I’ll bring respect, cooperation, real dialogue and consensus to every decision. I’m keen to start this job.
I’ll make sure trainees, specialist groups, paediatricians and our Aotearoa colleagues all have a genuine voice.
With your support, we can rebuild trust, restore integrity and refocus the RACP on what truly matters – our fellows and trainees, our patients and the future of our profession.
Prof Philip Morris AM
MBBS, BSc(med), PhD, FAChAM(RACP), FRANZCP
