Make sure you're covered in every situation with MDDUS membership
Australian legislation requires all registered medical practitioners to have indemnity insurance for healthcare practices.
We have partnered with MIPS (Medical Indemnity Protection Society) in Australia to ensure our members are protected.
Medical electives in Australia
While the Australian government does not require medical students to have indemnity cover, the insurance provided by the university administering your placement might not fully protect you in every situation.
Unexpected events can occur during your electives, clinical scholarship placements, or even while helping in an emergency under the Good Samaritan Act.
For comprehensive cover, apply for your no-cost student membership with MIPS and include your MDDUS membership number when completing the MIPS application form.
Working in Australia after FY2?
If you have completed your foundation training and you're applying for posts in Australia, we can help ensure you have the appropriate cover.
Apply for your MIPS membership and include your MDDUS membership number when completing the MIPS application form.
Comprehensive indemnity cover
Providing you protection for up to $20 million in claims**The maximum amount MIPS will pay in the aggregate per annual membership period.
24/7 medico-legal advice
Ability to speak with an experienced professional any time of the day.
Education
Access to accredited professional development (CPD) and on-demand learning.
About MIPS
Like MDDUS, MIPS is a not-for-profit medical defence organisation. Formed in 1988 to protect the interests of healthcare professionals and students, they support, protect and advise their growing membership of more than 55,000 members.
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