This teaching plan focuses on clinical yarning, a conversational approach that enhances communication within the consultation setting by prioritising patient-centered care and aligning with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communication preferences. By fostering successful and culturally sensitive interactions, clinical yarning equips GPs and registrars with a vital tool to deliver high-quality healthcare.
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Date reviewed: 22 October 2025
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This teaching plan aims to support supervisors in helping registrars identify Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients to ensure culturally appropriate and safe care. It covers patient identification, proper documentation, respectful terminology, and key elements of culturally safe communication.
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This best-practice resource is part of GPSA’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Series.
Date reviewed: 09 February 2026
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This teaching plan highlights the rich history and enduring connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to Australia, while addressing the significant health impacts of colonisation. It aims to help registrars understand the national and local contexts of First Nations communities, enhancing their ability to provide culturally informed care in private general practice.
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This best-practice resource is part of GPSA’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Series.
Date reviewed: 24 October 2025
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This teaching plan focuses on addressing the health disparities experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through culturally appropriate, holistic care. It highlights the 715 Health Assessment as a key tool for identifying patient priorities, managing risk factors, and promoting early detection and intervention to improve health outcomes.
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This best-practice resource is a Teaching Plan on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Assessments, which is part of GPSA’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Series.
Date reviewed: 10 March 2026
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