Specialty overview
Neurologists diagnose, treat and manage diseases affecting the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems and muscles. Neurologists care for patients with neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and motor neurone disease and degenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. Neurologists additionally treat brain and spinal injuries, infections of the nervous systems such as meningitis, headaches and migraines, seizures, strokes and aneurysms.
Clinical practice
Neurologists work in both public and private health facilities, providing care for patients via treatments such as lumbar puncture, neuro-physiology and neuropsychology. Neurologists are often required to work as part of a team with other medical specialists and health care professionals, for example in a hospital stroke team or critical care team. Neurologists are also involved in patient rehabilitation and are often involved in the management of end-of-life care.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
12
eligible
5
selected
Number of Queensland and Australian specialists
Number of Queensland and Australian new fellows
Number of Queensland trainees and average work hours
Information on specialists
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Specialists over 60
This donut chart shows that 24% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 35% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 16.7% are located in regional Queensland, 83.3% are in major cities, and 0% are in remote areas. The chart highlights that a vast majority of specialists are based in major cities. -
Proportion Female/Male - QLD
72.2%
male27.8%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 72.2%, Females are 27.8%. -
Public vs Private
42.6%
private57.4%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 42.6%, Public is 57.4%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
38.1%
male61.9%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 38.1%, Females are 61.9%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
12
received5
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 12 Eligible applications were received, 5 of those were selected.