Aimed at generalist doctors who work in rural hospitals and/or rural general practice, this workshop provides evidence-based, clinical updates that consider the rural context. We engage speakers who either work rurally or have a strong understanding of the challenges of working remotely, with limited resources. It is also a really great opportunity to connect with colleagues from across Aotearoa and the Pacific – growing and strengthening our rural health community.

This year it’s being held from the 5-7th August at the beautiful Crown Beach Resort in Rarotonga.

Topics in 2026 include mental health, toxicology, neonates, cultural safety and more. We will have the usual knowledge in the room and a dinner for all.  For more details, see the programme here: https://www.otago.ac.nz/__data/assets/pdf_file/0028/642664/Rural-CME-Workshop-programme-2026.pdf

For even more details, view our website: https://www.otago.ac.nz/centre-for-rural-health/rural-postgraduate-programme/continued-medical-education/rural-generalist-cme-workshop-2026

If you have any questions, contact Lucinda Thatcher (Workshop Convenor): lucinda.thatcher@otago.ac.nz

Register here: https://events.otago.ac.nz/2026rcme/registration/Site/Register