Medicos get the cold-shoulder treatment

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A 58-year-old Chinese orthopaedic surgeon, who became an Australian citizen in 1994, is unable to practice surgery until he can pass a Medical Council examination for general practice. Dr. Ding Chen helped develop new bone-grafting techniques and has been trained at Beijing Medical College and Harvard University. He practiced surgery in Australia from 1988 to 1992, when his temporary registration ended. His application for pre-examination training was refused and he studies independently. Chen and colleagues believe he was discriminated against due to age, and also believe the examination requirements are unreasonable for a surgeon of his experience and speciality.

Analysis, Laws, regulations and rules, Physicians, Licensing, certification and accreditation, Age discrimination, Certification, Health occupations licensing boards

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Crime writers and "criminals"

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The Sydney Writers' Festival begins May 17, 1999 at Parliament House. The 130 writers who will attend include a number of individuals previously jailed for such crimes as bank robbery, spying, conspiracy and murder. Acclaimed mystery writer Lawrence Block will visit Australia for the first time. The festival will feature panel discussions on topics including biography, poetry and architecture.

Conferences, meetings and seminars, Authors, Writers

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One for the birds

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The exhibition at the Australian Museum, which marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of John Gould a famed ornithologist, is detailed. John Gould was described as the father of ornithology in Australia and the exhibition explores his art and his work on birds.

Exhibitions, Works, Photography of birds, Bird photography, Gold, Jack

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