This handbook has been written as a guide to support internationally trained anaesthetists and pain medicine physicians, and their supervisors, who are completing the specialist international medical graduate (SIMG) or area of need (AoN) pathways in Australia and New Zealand.

The Provisional Fellowship Program Subcommittee reports to the Training Accreditation Committee (TAC) and assesses and approve or decline applications for Provisional Fellowship programs.​

You don't need to be a FANZCA or FFPMANZCA to join our world-class online CPD program. If you're a registered medical practitioner, you can sign up as a non-fellow.

Regulation 23 - Recognition as a specialist in anaesthesia or pain medicine; and eligibility for admission to fellowship by assessment for specialist international medical graduates (SIMGs).

In May 2023, the TC-RGA agreed that Rural Generalist Anaesthetists (RGAs) would be recommended to undertake the Continuing Professional Developement (CPD) program-level requirements identified in the ANZCA and FPM CPD standard.

Here's everything you need to know about applying to become an FFPMANZCA and registering as a specialist pain medicine physician.

We’ve put together case studies, guidance and support resources specific to your type of practice to help you meet requirements.

FPM fellows who practise pain medicine procedures can apply to have their practice endorsed without having to complete the supervised clinical experience program.

ANZCA is committed to supporting current and prospective SIMGs during the COVID-19 restrictions. Find out more here.