Address

31 St John St, Texas, QLD, 4385, AUSTRALIA

About the Placement

Placement Type: GP Clinic

Texas Family Medical Centre is committed to promoting health and well-being in all patients, in a caring and friendly environment. Services offered include skin cancer checks, men and women’s health, vaccinations, chronic disease management, aged care and palliative care.

About Texas

Texas is located on the banks above Dumaresq River. It is a very small community serving the surrounding grazing area. Like so many of Queensland’s rural settlements it spreads and has lots of vacant land within the boundaries of the town. Farming of sheep and cattle is the dominant industry today, with fodder, cotton and horticultural crops adding to the mix. Texas is also home to the largest cattle feedlot in Australia and a silver mine situated in the historic Silver Spur mining area.

Close-by attractions include;

  • Beacon Lookout
  • Glenlyon Dam
  • Sundown National Park
  • Play a round of golf on one of Queensland best “sand green” courses
  • Texas Country Music Festival - September
  • Texas Cup - December

Website

Getting there

Distance from Brisbane: 300km (4h 40m drive time)

Transport Options: Drive

Accommodation Type: Hospital accommodation (1.5km to practice)

Transport required for placement: Yes

Tips from Previous Students

  • Hiking at Macintyre falls and Goat rock
  • Surrounding towns and natural settings (e.g. hikes, sightseeing) are the main recreational activities. There are a few locations in town that are a bit touristy, such as the local Rabbit Works and art gallery.

Testimonials

My preceptor was honestly amazing to work with. This was the first rotation that I’ve had where I’ve really felt like I was trusted and valued as a team member rather than a hindrance. My confidence in a clinical setting has skyrocketed since working with him. The town was lovely and welcoming, and I had a great time getting to know all the residents. I’d honestly highly recommend the placement to anyone because I’ve learned so much.

I had the fantastic opportunity to work at fullest of my current abilities with supervision from my preceptor, who was amazing at allowing me to excel independently, while still being there as a supervisor and educator.

The preceptor is a fantastic teacher who is patient and considerate. It was a great opportunity to learn from a practitioner with such experience and expertise.