Ian Symonds serves as the Deputy Vice Chancellor and Dean of Medicine at International Medical University since June 2021. Additionally, Ian Symonds holds the title of Dean of Education at the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists since November 2021, after previously serving as Vice President from November 2016 to November 2021. Ian Symonds was a Visiting Medical Specialist at Womens and Childrens Hospital Adelaide from November 2015 to May 2021 and held the position of Head of School at Adelaide School of Medicine from October 2015 to June 2020. Prior to these roles, Ian Symonds was the Head of School of Medicine and Public Health and Dean of Medicine at the University of Newcastle from January 2011 to September 2015, and a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Hunter New England Local Health District from October 2004 to September 2015. Ian Symonds earned a Bachelor's degree in Medicine from the University of Nottingham.
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Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists RANZCOG
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The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) is the leading standards body responsible for the training and education of specialists and GP obstetricians in obstetrics and gynaecology in Australia and New Zealand. It is committed to the establishment and maintenance of the highest possible standards of practice in women’s health and provides programs in training, accreditation and continuing professional development (CPD) that are responsive to the evolving healthcare needs of women. As such, RANZCOG: - Sets the individual curricula, training programs and assessments to ensure that those graduating have the essential attributes and key competencies expected for clinical competency and effective practice as a medical practitioner, specialist or subspecialist within the chosen scope of practice. - Advocates on women’s health issues across Australia and New Zealand. - Provides advice to Federal and jurisdictional Government committees and other organisations. - Develops best-practice advice on issues relating to obstetrics and gynaecology offered in a range of formats including Patient Information Pamphlets and College Statements, Clinical Practice Guidelines, Positions and Communiques. - Supports and develops educational initiatives, programs and resources for health professionals in Indigenous women’s health and those in Asia and the Pacific. - Provides a CPD program facilitating training, continuing education, peer review and life-long learning. - Supports research and advocacy for women’s health by forging productive relationships with individuals, the community and professional organisations, both locally and internationally. RANZCOG has approximately 5,500 members in Australia, New Zealand and internationally.