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379 Port Hacking Road
Caringbah NSW 2229

Telephone: (02) 9525 6666
Facsimile: (02) 9524 1436

             

What Does AGPAL Mean?

AGPAL accredits GP practices.
AGPAL stands for Australian General Practices Accreditation Limited. AGPAL is the leading provider of accreditation for Australia's General Practices. Over 80% of Australia's General Practices are accredited with AGPAL.

AGPAL is an independent, not-for-profit body that aims to improve the quality of health care provided to all Australians. AGPAL is not a government run or funded entity.

What is AGPAL Accreditation?
AGPAL Accreditation lets you know that a general practice has met standards of safety and quality. AGPAL Accreditation is voluntary.

AGPAL Accreditation cycle
AGPAL Accreditation involves a three year cycle where practices:

Perform self-assessment against the RACGP Standards for General Practices.

Undergo a survey visit facilitated by GP peers. Commence a continuous quality improvement cycle towards best practice. Receive documentary validation and recognition as an accredited general practice on achievement of AGPAL Accreditation.
 
By meeting the standards and getting AGPAL Accreditation, a general practice
shows its commitment to respecting patients' rights and needs, providing a safe
place for care, improving patient health, and using safe, clean, and appropriate
equipment.

For a practice to be accredited the GPs also need to demonstrate a commitment
to ongoing education and training.

Contact AGPAL
Street address:
Level 1, 65 Park Road (PO Box 2058)
Milton Qld 4064

Postal address:
AGPAL
PO Box 2058
Milton Qld 4064

Ph: (07) 3876 6370
Fax: (07) 3876 6373
E-mail: info@agpal.com.au