Official Publication of the Gold Coast Medical Association

For over 30 years, The Medical Link has been the trusted voice of the Gold Coast medical community — connecting GPs, specialists, and healthcare leaders through quality medical journalism and community news.

30+
Years Published
151
Issues to Date
6×
Per Year
GC
Gold Coast Reach
Now Available
Issue 151
December 2024
Breast Cancer — Latest Screening Guidelines for GPs
Skin Cancer: AI-Assisted Dermoscopy in General Practice
Healthcare Law: Informed Consent in 2024
GCMA Community News & Events
Preventative Medicine: GLP-1 in Primary Care
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Official Publication — Gold Coast Medical Association
The Medical Link
151
30+ Years of
Publication
151 Issues
Published

Thirty years of medical voice

The Medical Link is the official publication of the Gold Coast Medical Association (GCMA) — the peak body representing GPs and specialists across the Gold Coast region.

Founded over 30 years ago and now on Issue 151, the magazine is published bi-monthly and delivered to GPs, specialists, medical administrators, and allied health professionals across South-East Queensland. It is produced by Ryriss Services / Swan Management Services Pty Ltd.

The Medical Link proudly supports the next generation of Gold Coast doctors through its partnership with Griffith University and Bond University medical programs.

Founded Established as the official voice of the Gold Coast Medical Association — the first and only dedicated medical publication for GC doctors.
Format Bi-monthly publication (6 issues per year), distributed in print and digitally to medical professionals across the Gold Coast and SEQ.
Issue 151 The December 2024 edition featuring breast cancer guidelines, skin cancer technology, healthcare law, and GCMA community news.

What's inside the latest issue

Issue 151 brings the Gold Coast medical community the most relevant clinical updates, legal insights, and community news from the GCMA and beyond.

Breast Cancer — Screening Guidelines Update
New RACGP guidance on mammography intervals and high-risk patient management for general practice.
AI Dermoscopy in Skin Cancer Care
How Gold Coast dermatologists are integrating AI tools into everyday skin cancer screening workflows.
Healthcare Law — Informed Consent 2024
Practical guidance for practitioners on the evolving legal landscape of patient consent in Australia.
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Issue 151
December 2024
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Topics that matter to Gold Coast doctors

Each issue spans the full breadth of topics relevant to clinical practice, the medical profession, and the Gold Coast healthcare community.

Clinical News
The latest clinical updates, treatment guidelines, and evidence-based medicine relevant to Gold Coast GPs and specialists — including oncology, cardiology, and more.
Every Issue
Medical Technology
Emerging technologies transforming healthcare — from AI-assisted diagnostics and digital health tools to innovations in surgical technique and imaging.
Every Issue
Healthcare Law
Medicolegal analysis, regulatory updates, and practical legal guidance written specifically for Queensland medical practitioners by specialist healthcare lawyers.
Selected Issues
GCMA News
Official news from the Gold Coast Medical Association — executive committee updates, events, member achievements, and advocacy positions for the Gold Coast medical community.
Every Issue
Research & Preventative Medicine
Australian and international research findings, preventative health strategies, and population health insights with direct relevance to primary care practice.
Every Issue

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Publishing Schedule
Bi-Monthly (6 Issues / Year)
Next issue: February 2025
Publisher
Swan Management Services Pty Ltd
Ryriss Services · ABN 85 610 032 990
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