About The RHPA
The Organisation
The RHPA is a national association formed in 1983 to provide a representative body for health professionals interested in working with people with rheumatic diseases. A three member executive committee is responsible for:
- Fostering an interest in rheumatology amongst health professionals within their state/territory
- Promoting the RHPA and membership recruitment
- Facilitating educational opportunities within each state/territory
RHPA Website: http://www.ausrhpa.com/
Affiliation with the ARA
The Australian Rheumatology Association (ARA) is affiliated with the RHPA. The ARA provides support through the ARA/RHPA Annual Scientific Meeting; administrative support to the RHPA National Executive; distributes the ARA newsletter to RHPA members that includes RHPA news from state/territory representatives.
Membership
Health care professionals working in the area of rheumatic diseases can join the RHPA in one of two categories: Full Membership and Associate Membership.
Membership Eligibility Criteria
Contact Us
President: Wendy Rowell. Email: wendy.rowell@dhhs.tas.gov.au
Secretary: Jane McDonald. Email: jane.mcdonald@email.cs.nsw.gov.au
Treasurer: Wendy Gellatley.
Email: wendy.gellatley@sesiahs.health.nsw.gov.au
