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Dr Michael Wright is an experienced presenter across medical and mainstream media, on television and radio and in print.  Some of Dr Wright’s recent interviews include those as part of the 2024 RACGP Presidential Campaign, a profile piece with Health Services Daily and an interview discussing Dr Wright’s recent research into the financial viability of primary care practices.

Primary Care Viability Survey

Dr Wright is leading a research team investigating the financial viability of general practices and allied health practices.  The research has been broadly promoted and Dr Wright was interviewed by NewsGP- RACGP's media unit- link to full article here.  

Should primary care be free for everyone? (RACGP NewsGP)

[10 June 2024] Dr. Michael Wright discusses the feasibility and implications of making primary care free for everyone. He highlights the significant cost-efficiency of GPs and stresses the need for targeted government funding to support those with the highest needs. Dr. Wright emphasizes reducing barriers to access and ensuring financial sustainability for general practices. LINK

The Evolving Landscape of Telehealth: GPs Adaptation, Challenges, and Legal Considerations (Podcast – The Good GP)

[2 April 2024] The Good GP host Tim Koh is joined by Dr Michael Wright, to discuss the do's and don'ts of telehealth consulting. LINK

Telehealth: The New Normal (Medical Council NSW Podcast)

[22 March 2024] Dr Michael Wright, alongsider Anne Tonkin AO, Chair, Medical Board of Australia (MBA), recently spoke about the use of safe telehealth services in Australia with a panel of experts convened by the Medical Council of NSW. LINK

What this GP Learned Working at a PHN

[28 February 2024] Dr. Michael Wright is interviewed by Medical Republic and shares insights from his experience working at a Primary Health Network, emphasising the importance of coordinated care and the challenges faced in the healthcare system. LINK

Third Degree: From Snow White to PHN funding (Health Services Daily Interview)

[20 February 2024] Dr Michael Wright is interviewed by Health Services Daily, exploring a wide ranging number of topics, including his research career, his ideas for improving health system coordination, and about his childhood public health inspiration.

Connecting with Patients (Avant Mutual)

[5 July 2023] Dr Michael Wright shares tips for maintaining strong doctor-patient relationships, focusing on effective communication, empathy, and using technology to enhance care. LINK

Current Medico-Legal Update: Telehealth Guidelines, Cosmetic Surgery Requirements, Patient Follow-Up (YouTube)

[1 June 2023] As part of a panel, Dr. Michael Wright provides an update on telehealth guidelines, requirements for cosmetic surgery, and the importance of patient follow-up in medico-legal practice. LINK

A Primer on Primary Health Care Reform (YouTube – Consumer Health Forum of Australia)

[25 April 2023] As a panellist, Dr. Michael Wright discusses the key components and future directions of primary healthcare reform. LINK