2026 RACGP Presidential Campaign Material






Dr Ramya Raman joined the Board of Ishar Multicultural Women’s Health Services as a Director, contributing her expertise in healthcare, governance, and advocacy to support the organisation’s mission of improving health and wellbeing outcomes for culturally diverse communities.
Dr Ramya Raman led RACGP WA’s withdrawal from the State Government’s pharmacy prescribing working group when genuine consultation broke down – demonstrating that effective advocacy sometimes means walking away rather than lending credibility to a predetermined outcome.
Dr Ramya Raman led the RACGP WA advocacy that secured $1.3 million in government funding to train GPs to independently diagnose and treat ADHD in Western Australia.
Dr Ramya Raman served as Convenor of GP24 in Perth, leading the delivery of a national general practice conference focused on education, collaboration, and innovation across the profession.
Dr Ramya Raman was honoured with the AMA (WA) Advocate of the Year Award in recognition of her outstanding leadership and advocacy for patients, general practitioners, and the broader healthcare community. The award acknowledges her commitment to strengthening primary care, influencing health policy, and improving healthcare outcomes across Western Australia.
As Discipline Head of General Practice at the University of Notre Dame Australia, Dr Ramya Raman provides academic leadership in medical education, overseeing the General Practice discipline and supporting the training of future doctors. She is committed to advancing excellence in primary care through teaching, mentorship, and curriculum development.
Dr Ramya Raman commenced as a Director of Joint Colleges Training Services, contributing to JCTS’ governance and strategic direction. Through her role, she supports initiatives that strengthen GP training, advance culturally safe healthcare, and improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia.
Dr Ramya Raman led the advocacy that secured a written government commitment protecting general practices from payroll tax changes – safeguarding practice viability and patient access across Western Australia.
As Practice Owner and Director of Garden Family Medical Clinic, Piara Waters, Dr Ramya Raman leads a modern, community-focused practice dedicated to delivering compassionate, comprehensive, and high-quality healthcare. The clinic continues to grow as a trusted healthcare destination, combining clinical excellence with a strong commitment to patient-centred care.
Dr Ramya Raman commenced as WA Faculty Chair and RACGP Director in 2021. Since then, she has served on several Board committees, contributing to the College’s governance, strengthening the organisation, and advancing the future of general practice in Australia.
Dr Ramya Raman was awarded the RACGP WA GP of the Year in recognition of her exceptional commitment to patient care, clinical excellence, and leadership in general practice. The award acknowledged her dedication to her patients and community, her contributions to medical education, and her advocacy for strengthening general practice.
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