Irish doctors Down Under: Why Irish medics are moving to Australia & how to encourage them home

New figures show nearly seven thousand Irish medics are now registered to work in Australia, sparking concerns about the impact on the Irish health service now and in the future.

Joining us to discuss is Head of Research at RCSI’s Graduate School of Healthcare Management Dr. Niamh Humphries, alongside Dr. Elizabeth Concannon, who is a surgeon & Consultant living in Australia.

Broadcast on 17/02/2026

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