About the PSA
“Verissimum non Taurum” – “Fair dinkum, no bullshit”
The Provincial Surgeons of Australia held their first conference in Shepparton, Victoria, back in 1965. Convened by pioneering rural surgeon Dr James ‘Jim’ Pryor, it was designed to provide education in, and camaraderie around, operating in the bush – a representation of rural surgeons across Australia and New Zealand. Under the banner of “Verissimum non Taurum” – “Fair dinkum, no bullshit”, the PSA aims to present and impart important and necessary education unique to the regional setting, and acts as a vital platform for maintaining high standards of surgical care in rural areas.
The PSA ASC also fosters international relationships through funding of surgeons and surgical trainees from Papua New Guinea, and works to promote rural surgery as a career choice for up and coming doctors in training.
Another very important and highly valued part of the program is connection. Rural Surgeons are cornerstones of their communities and a healthy community requires a robust healthcare service, so it is vital that doctors in training are shown the many unique benefits of a rural surgery career. Mentoring at the training level is a key component, along with encouraging and showcasing rural-specific research. Further to that, the social program forms an important backbone where a lot of the relationship building takes place.
The PSA ASC is the only rural general surgery conference that widely known for its welcoming nature, robust and interesting program, and brilliant social program – all shared with the humour and spirit of the bush.
We look forward to seeing you in Orange this September!
