Medical School Entry Program Aims to Boost the Community Health

Montana Shoesmith, 18, with her mentor, fifth year medical student Michael McLean.

Montana Shoesmith, 18, with her mentor, fifth year medical student Michael McLean. Source: SBS News

Indigenous Australians remain severely under-represented in Australia's medical professions.


An admission program for Indigenous Australian students at the University of Newcastle medical school is expected to improve the health of its community.


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