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Dr Sian Ford is a Treating GP providing dedicated care to rural and remote health practitioners in Barcaldine and nearby communities through the Rural Doctors Foundation GPs4RuralDocs initiative. With decades of experience in rural medicine, Dr Ford brings not only clinical expertise but also deep compassion and understanding to the unique challenges faced by rural and remote healthcare professionals. Born and trained in Wales, Dr Ford began her career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, and General Practice. But it was Australia and more specifically, rural Australia that captured her heart. She arrived in the outback Queensland town of Charleville ready to serve, and for 13 years, she did just that: as a solo GP and Visiting Medical Officer for Queensland Health. Sian’s work extended beyond the clinic walls, reaching remote areas through the Royal Flying Doctor Service, where she focused on women’s health for over a decade. Now based in Toowoomba, Sian is the Director and Principal of Middle Ridge Family Practice. She’s also a medical educator, nurturing the next generation of rural doctors. Sian is a supervisor with both with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) and Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). Dr Ford holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Wales, is a Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK), and has a Diploma in Child Health. She is a Fellow of both the RACGP and ACRRM, and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors—reflecting her commitment to clinical excellence, rural health, and leadership.

Dr Sian Ford is a Treating GP providing dedicated care to rural and remote health practitioners in Barcaldine and nearby communities through the Rural Doctors Foundation GPs4RuralDocs initiative. With decades of experience in rural medicine, Dr Ford brings not only clinical expertise but also deep compassion and understanding to the unique challenges faced by rural and remote healthcare professionals. Born and trained in Wales, Dr Ford began her career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, and General Practice. But it was Australia and more specifically, rural Australia that captured her heart. She arrived in the outback Queensland town of Charleville ready to serve, and for 13 years, she did just that: as a solo GP and Visiting Medical Officer for Queensland Health. Sian’s work extended beyond the clinic walls, reaching remote areas through the Royal Flying Doctor Service, where she focused on women’s health for over a decade. Now based in Toowoomba, Sian is the Director and Principal of Middle Ridge Family Practice. She’s also a medical educator, nurturing the next generation of rural doctors. Sian is a supervisor with both with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) and Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). Dr Ford holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Wales, is a Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK), and has a Diploma in Child Health. She is a Fellow of both the RACGP and ACRRM, and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors—reflecting her commitment to clinical excellence, rural health, and leadership. This is an initiative of Rural Doctors Foundation. This service has been made possible by support from Western Queensland PHN.

Dr John Douyere is a Treating GP providing dedicated care to rural and remote health practitioners in Charleville and nearby communities through the Rural Doctors Foundation GPs4RuralDocs initiative. Dr John Douyere is a highly experienced rural GP whose years of service embedded within rural communities has given him deep insight into the health needs and challenges faced by people in rural and remote areas, as well as the health professionals who care for them. After graduating from the University of Queensland in 1989, John spent time in Townsville, Ayr, Toowoomba, Charleville and Kilcoy before settling in Longreach. In Longreach, he worked for 23 years as a rural generalist with obstetrics and anesthetics advanced skills. Over this time John developed additional skills in advanced skin cancer surgery and medical leadership. He was the owner of general practice clinics in Longreach and Barcaldine. Since January 2016 John has held the role of Medical Director of the QLD Rural Generalist Pathway. John is passionate about this opportunity with Rural Doctors Foundation to provide much needed GP services for our rural health practitioners. To find out more about the GPs4RuralDocs program, contact Rural Doctors Foundation on (07) 3039 0011 or by email at info@ruraldoctorsfoudnation.org.au

Dr Louise Stone is a Treating GP providing confidential healthcare to rural and remote healthcare professionals through the Rural Doctors Foundation's GPs4RuralDocs service. She delivers regular face-to-face clinics in Cloncurry and surrounding communities, supported by regular after-hours telehealth clinics every three weeks between the hours of 6 - 8.00 pm to ensure practitioners have ongoing access to care outside of standard working hours. With more than 35 years' experience in rural, remote and urban general practice, Louise has a special interest in doctors' health, mental health, and supporting healthcare professionals working in demanding rural environments. She is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a safe, confidential and supportive setting. Louise is an experienced GP, Professor, educator and researcher whose extensive qualifications include multiple postgraduate degrees, a PhD and Fellowships with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, and the Australian Society of Psychological Medicine.

Dr Louise Stone is a Treating GP providing confidential healthcare to rural and remote healthcare professionals through the Rural Doctors Foundation's GPs4RuralDocs service. She delivers regular face-to-face clinics in Julia Creek and surrounding communities, supported by regular after-hours telehealth clinics every three weeks between the hours of 6 - 8.00 pm to ensure practitioners have ongoing access to care outside of standard working hours. With more than 35 years' experience in rural, remote and urban general practice, Louise has a special interest in doctors' health, mental health, and supporting healthcare professionals working in demanding rural environments. She is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a safe, confidential and supportive setting. Louise is an experienced GP, Professor, educator and researcher whose extensive qualifications include multiple postgraduate degrees, a PhD and Fellowships with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, and the Australian Society of Psychological Medicine.

Dr Louise Stone is a Treating GP providing confidential healthcare to rural and remote healthcare professionals through the Rural Doctors Foundation's GPs4RuralDocs service. She delivers regular face-to-face clinics in Mount Isa and surrounding communities, supported by regular after-hours telehealth clinics every three weeks between the hours of 6 - 8.00 pm to ensure practitioners have ongoing access to care outside of standard working hours. With more than 35 years' experience in rural, remote and urban general practice, Louise has a special interest in doctors' health, mental health, and supporting healthcare professionals working in demanding rural environments. She is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a safe, confidential and supportive setting. Louise is an experienced GP, Professor, educator and researcher whose extensive qualifications include multiple postgraduate degrees, a PhD and Fellowships with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, and the Australian Society of Psychological Medicine.

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