Member Benefits

By joining ANZSPM, you become part of a network of medical practitioners practicing in, or with an interest in, palliative medicine. You will have the opportunity to contribute to our purpose of improving health outcomes for every person with a life limiting illness in Australia and New Zealand, by participating in ANZSPM's educational opportunities; by contributing to consultations, working groups and committees; and by sharing your knowledge, skills and experience with other members through our events and communications. Other ancillary benefits of membership include:

Reduced registration fee for ANZSPM's biennial conference and other major ANZSPM events.
Individual European Association for Palliative Care (EAPC) membership: as a national association member of the EAPC, ANZSPM members enjoy access to free individual EAPC membership (and associated member benefits).
ANZSPM Rural & Remote Travel Grant: to support ANZSPM members in rural and remote areas of Australia and New Zealand to attend ANZSPM's major educational events.
ANZSPM Newsletter: Three editions of the newsletter are published each year with detail of ANZSPM's activities, and a range of interesting and educational articles which are relevant to our members.
Reduced subscription fees on select journals: Currently the Journal of Palliative Medicine and BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care
Regular member email updates: ANZSPM publishes regular electronic member updates, providing timely and current information about news and events of interest to palliative medicine practitioners.
At least two trainee days per year: These days are conducted by ANZSPM and provide trainees with a much needed opportunity for sharing training experiences and educational materials.
Member only content: the website Members' area includes a member contact list, member notices, presentations from past events and other resources.
Trainee awards: to encourage best practice in trainee members, awards are offered for best poster and best presentation at nominated conferences.
Network: Opportunity to contact fellow members.
ANZSPM committees and groups: Opportunity to help shape the future of ANZSPM and of palliative medicine by contributing through various committees, special interest and working groups.