Rural GP, eHealth Reformer, Leader
Dr Christopher Mitchell AM
Chris Mitchell is a Rural General Practitioner and Rural Generalist with over thirty years of experience in Northern New South Wales. He is also a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. This unique blend of clinical expertise and leadership in eHealth and healthcare reform sets him apart in the industry. Since 2012,
Chris has made significant contributions through his consultancy work, including Telstra Health and as the lead of the Adoption, Benefits, and Change team at the National eHealth Transition Authority (NEHTA).
Chris was awarded the Member of the Order of Australia in 2013 for his contributions to General Practice. His career showcases a deep commitment to healthcare advocacy as President of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and involvement in boards like NPS MedicineWise, The Therapeutic Guidelines, and the Remote Vocational Training Scheme.
Chris is recognised for his clinical leadership, governance, strategy, and engagement expertise. He takes a practical approach to healthcare improvement, and his expertise in implementing eHealth changes is a crucial aspect of his professional profile.
A selection of Chris’s key works includes:
Mitchell, C. D., et al. (2006). “Principles for supporting task substitution in Australian general practice.” Medical Journal of Australia, 185:20-22.
This publication discusses innovative strategies for task substitution in general practice, highlighting changes in the Australian healthcare landscape.
Mitchell, C. D. (2006). “Team Based Care.” Presented at the AMA National Conference.
A presentation focusing on the importance and implementation of team-based care in medical practices.
Mitchell, C. D. (2007). “Innovative Ways to Improve Health Services to Rural Australians.” Presented at the AMA Rural Health Summit.
Addressing the unique challenges and solutions in delivering quality healthcare to rural communities in Australia.
Mitchell, C. D. (2008). “GP Team Leadership in Primary Health Care in Australia.” Presented at the RNZCGP Annual Scientific Conference.
Exploring the role and impact of GP team leadership in enhancing primary healthcare services.
Mitchell, C. D. (2010). “Evidence at the Coalface.” Presented at the RACGP Annual Scientific Conference.
A presentation discussing the application of evidence-based practices in general practice settings.
Mitchell, C. D. (2012). “e-Health.” Presented at the AMA National Conference.
Addressing the evolution and integration of e-health solutions in the Australian healthcare system.
A Knight, C Mitchell, et al. (2014). “The eCollaborative: using a quality improvement collaborative to implement the National eHealth Record System in Australian primary care practices.” International Journal for Quality in Health Care.
This paper details the implementation of the National eHealth Record System in Australian primary care settings through a collaborative approach.
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