History

In 1993 the South Gippsland Division of General Practice (SGGP Ltd) was established.  The Division delivers targeted programs to address identified health needs and support GP practice, continuing education and workforce development.  It has a track record in establishing sound relationships with regional and local health service providers.  The South Gippsland Division of General Practice is Commonwealth funded and part of a nationwide network of Divisions with associated State Based Offices.  In July 2006 the South Gippsland Division of General Practice changed its identity and is known today as General Practice Alliance South Gippsland.

Vision

GPA South Gippsland will be a catalyst for the people of South Gippsland achieving the best health outcomes in Victoria by 2015.

Mission

Lead the development of innovative primary healthcare solutions that maintain and improve the health of the community through:

• Building the capacity of general practice;

• Integrating health care services across the region;
• Enhancing community and individual health knowledge and practice;
• Identifying and responding to local health needs;
• Promoting the collection, collation and use of health care data;
• Collaborating across regional boundaries;
• Ensuring the long-term sustainability of the organisation.

About Us

GPA South Gippsland is one of three General Practice divisions in Gippsland.  The divisional head office is situated in Inverloch, central to the South Gippsland region.  GPA South Gippsland encompasses the geographical area bounded by Phillip Island in the west, Lang Lang, Mirboo North and Boolarra to the north, Yarram to the east and Wilsons Promontory in the south, an area of approximately 41,000 square kilometres. The Division encompasses Bass Coast and South Gippsland Shires and a small area of Cardinia, and Wellington Shires. The major towns within this area are Cowes, San Remo, Wonthaggi, Korumburra, Leongatha, Inverloch, Foster and Yarram, with a significant population in the locality of Bayles. There are two towns with a population of over 5000 - Wonthaggi and Leongatha.

The estimated population based on the 2001 census is 60,000. The population does transiently increase by an estimated 80,000 in the summer holiday season.

GPA South Gippsland currently delivers programs in Mental Health, Workforce (Recruitment and Retention), Continuing Professional Development, Aged Care, Immunisation, Nursing in General Practice, Clinical Risk Management, NPS, Drought Recovery Support and Practice Support.

GP Divisional Membership

GPA South Gippsland has 72 GPs in 14 medical practices and has a membership of 62 doctors, which equates to 86%.

Board Structure