Colorectal Surgery
Your Pathway into Colorectal Surgery training in North Queensland
Entry Requirements
- Applicants for the Colorectal Surgical Training Post Fellowship program must have successfully completed the Australasian General Surgery training and attained their Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS).
- Refer to the Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and New Zealand for further information on selection and/or eligibility
Total Training Time
Total: 2 years
Two years clinical time of Colorectal Surgical training at accredited units throughout Australia and New Zealand. However, one year must be spent outside of a trainee’s home state or country to increase their exposure to the full range of colorectal surgery procedures and the variations in technique.
How To Apply
Applicants must use the Australia and New Zealand Training Board in Colon and Rectal Surgery (ANZTBCRS) application template and apply directly to the Australia and New Zealand Training Board in Colon and Rectal Surgery.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this website aims to assist medical students and doctors in training with medical career planning. While every effort has been made to ensure the information is current and accurate, all details should be verified through the relevant Specialist College.
NQRTH is an initiative of the Australian Government's Integrated Rural Training Pipeline (IRTP) and is facilitated by James Cook University in partnership with public and private hospitals, Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council (QAIHC), health services, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) and GP clinics.
Cairns region
(07) 4226 8187
Central West region
(07) 4764 1547
Mackay region
(07) 4885 7122
North West region
(07) 4764 1547
Torres and Cape region
(07) 4095 6103
Townsville region
(07) 4781 3424