Record number of Indigenous students set to study medicine at University of Queensland
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Dr Hayman says there are hundreds of Indigenous people now studying medicine.
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A record number of First Nations students are enrolled to study medicine at the University of Queensland (UQ) with six doctors graduating this year.
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He says there are currently about 250 Indigenous doctors
There are 35 Indigenous students enrolled in medicine at UQ for next year
It is a proud moment for Noel Hayman, who became one of Queensland s first Indigenous medical graduates when he completed his studies in 1990.
He said he strongly believes First Nations medical practitioners can deliver better health outcomes for their people.