19/05/2026
Today on World Family Doctor Day, we celebrate the theme “Compassionate Care in a Digital World” and recognise the incredible work of our GPs across Launceston and Tasmania.
Every day, family doctors combine clinical expertise with compassion, continuity and connection, supporting patients through every stage of life, often during their most vulnerable moments.
While technology and digital innovation are rapidly changing healthcare, the human relationship at the heart of general practice remains as important as ever.
Thank you to all the GPs caring for our community in Launceston: for your dedication, advocacy and commitment to keeping our community healthy and connected.
And thank you especially to our amazing team of doctors at Newstead Medical, Kings Meadows Medical Centre and Urgent Care Centre for the quality care you provide to our patients every day.
RACGP