What AMA Victoria can offer you

As a retired doctor and a proud member of AMA Victoria, you possess a wealth of experience and insights that continue to shape the future of healthcare.

Your influence within our organisation extends beyond retirement, with opportunities to contribute to our organisation, our policy work, and our governance.

Our Annual General Meetings provide you with the opportunity to actively participate in driving key decisions and directions for AMA Victoria. Your vote matters, ensuring that the interests and wisdom of retired medical professionals are well-represented.

Consider exploring leadership opportunities, including the chance to become a director on the AMA Victoria Board. By joining through Council membership, you can directly influence policies and initiatives, guiding the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Participate in our subdivisions to share your experiences and stay updated with the evolving landscape of healthcare.

Gain exclusive access to influential events featuring prominent speakers and government representatives. These gatherings are not just about listening to influential voices but also about being heard.

Your experience, knowledge, and voice are essential to our collective mission. Join us in driving positive change and stay connected with a community that values and respects your lifelong dedication to healthcare.

Advocacy and Policy

At AMA Victoria, we understand the value of connection, especially for our retired doctors.

As a retired medical professional, your journey of learning, sharing, and engagement doesn't end with retirement. It evolves into a new phase of meaningful interactions and experiences.

We are proud to offer a platform where retired doctors can connect with each other, fostering a sense of camaraderie and mutual support that's vital in this new chapter of life. Our range of specially tailored events are designed to ignite discussion, encourage learning, and facilitate social connection in a way that resonates with your rich experience and wisdom.

Through a series of events and luncheons, we provide the perfect setting for you to meet and bond with peers who share a similar journey.

Joining AMA Victoria as a retired doctor means more than just staying connected; it's about continuing to be an integral part of a community that values your contribution and offers avenues for personal growth, advocacy, and enjoyment.

At AMA Victoria, we offer comprehensive programs designed to support you at different stages of the retirement journey.

Whether you are contemplating retirement, in the midst of transitioning, or already retired, our programs offer valuable support and guidance, helping you identify your retirement goals, and find a balanced, fulfilling life.

If you are finding the transition to retirement challenging, you will find assistance and strategies to adapt to your new lifestyle.

If you are uncertain about your readiness to retire, our programs offer clarity and direction, helping you to make informed decisions.

Additionally, if you are exploring new ways to utilise your skills and interests in retirement, our programs can open doors to new opportunities, ensuring a fulfilling and purposeful retirement.

Complementing these programs is the Bongiorno Group RetireWell offering. This service includes a complimentary meeting of up to 1.5 hours, focusing on crucial aspects of retirement planning such as understanding how much you need to retire comfortably and estate planning. This meeting is an invaluable resource for doctors at any stage of their career or retirement planning process.

At AMA Victoria, we want to ensure you have the support, resources, and guidance you need to navigate retirement successfully, fulfilling your goals and continuing to lead an enriching life.

Hear from AMA Victoria Retired Doctor members

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Dr Bernard Jenner
Retired Doctor

"Throughout my 50 year medical career, AMA Victoria has stood as a pillar of support and guidance, particularly when it came to navigating the complex landscape of industrial relations within my private paediatric medical practice."

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Dr Jean Douglas
Retired Doctor

"AMA Victoria's Retired Doctors' Committee organises events throughout the year. It may be a show or an exhibition, a trip to the countryside, or a lunch with a guest speaker. It is such a pleasure to maintain social contact with colleagues and friends."

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Dr Denis Robertson
Retired Doctor

"I joined the AMA soon after graduation and have been a member since. The Association provides useful courses for practitioners and enjoyable meetings for retired members. I continue to be a member after 50 years. I still receive and read the Medical Journal."

FAQ

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What's on for retired doctors

14/10/2025

Retired Doctors' Event: 2025 Festive Lunch with Professor John Wilson AM

Celebrate the end of the year with fellow retired doctors, family, and friends at our annual festive lunch at Young and Jackson, opposite Flinders Street Station.

13/10/2025

AMA Victoria's Peer Support Service

AMA Victoria's Peer Support Service on 1300 853 338 provides you with a listening colleague who understands the pressures of medicine. 

12/10/2025

AMA Victoria's Peer Visitor Program

Companionship for isolated elderly doctors.

14/10/2025

Spring 2025 VICDOC

The Spring 2025 VICDOC magazine is now online for you to access at the click of a button.

15/10/2025

Wellbeing resources for doctors

15/10/2025

Get Rid of 'Stupid Stuff' in Victorian Healthcare