UQMS - University of Queensland Medical Society

UQMS Partnership Sponsors

Financial Partnership with the UQMS will provide your company with advertising opportunities involving a wide audience of medical students, medical professionals and their associates. If you think that partnership of the UQMS would be a valuable investment for your company, please contact our Sponsorship Officer here. Please download the latest partnership prospectus. It details the many benefits you can expect from partnership of the UQMS and the exciting events which your business can be involved with.

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Platinum Partners
	Medical Protection Indemnity Society (MIPS) Ltd MIPS membership is FREE and as a member, you will receive the following benefits: Medico-legal advice, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day; Access to cover through MIPS Insurance for approved, supervised activities during your electives, anywhere in the world except for the US or where US law prevails; Copies of the MIPS Review newsletter and Student Page, including the opportunity to participate in competitions for cash prizes and travel vouchers. Member Services Freecall: 1800 061 113. For more information about MIPS and the Medical Indemnity Insurance Policy which includes your elective cover at no cost email MIPS at info@mips.com.au
	Walshs Chartered Accountants Walshs is a chartered accounting and financial planning practice that specialises in dealing with Medical Professionals. Many firms claim to specialise in this sector but very few have the runs on the board to genuinely say they are specialists in this area. Since 1982 Walshs has continued to service the accounting, financial and investment needs of Queensland medical professionals. During this time we have taken countless doctors on the path from junior doctor to specialists either employed or in their own practice, building and protecting wealth along the way. Your medical career will move through different phases. Walshs help you make the right decisions year after year as you move from one phase to the next. Contact us on 3221 5677
	Investec Medical Finance Investec Specialist Bank is a specialist provider of financial solutions specifically for medical graduates and professionals. We invite you to find out more about our innovative range of distinctive banking products and services, which includes: Cash Management / Deposit Facilities Home Loans Professional Overdrafts Motor Vehicle Finance Personal Risk Insurance (Most products geared towards graduating students). For more information, contact Simon Moore on 0439 062 692 or (07) 3018 8125.
Gold Partners
	Avant 'Avant is Australia's leading MDO, providing >55% of Australia's medical practitioners and students with professional indemnity through their licensed insurance subsidiary, Avant Insurance Limited. Avant operates nationally and supports members with broad cover, unrivalled financial security and Australia's largest 'in-house' medical defence team. Phone 1800 128 268.
	Defence Force Recruiting
	MDA National Support. Protect. Promote. MDA National's commitment to Members has been encapsulated in these 3 words since our foundation in 1925. As a mutual association, MDA National has worked in close partnership with the medical profession for over 80 years, serving the best interests of doctors throughout Australia by providing sound and reliable medical indemnity services. Indemnity insurance for MDA National Members at all stages of their medical career is provided by our insurance company, MDA National Insurance Pty Ltd. Indemnity insurance is provided by our wholly owned insurance company, MDA National Insurance Pty Ltd ABN 56 058 271 417, AFS Licence No 238073.
	Regatta Hotel Whether it's a midweek break from the books, a refreshing round of drinks on Friday after work to celebrate the start of the weekend, a glass of wine with lunch during the week or a Sunday session with friends – The Regatta Hotel is the place to be. The Boatshed Restaurant and Street Cafe offer a great diversity of dining options - from a quick bite to an extravagant dinner.
Silver Partners
	Australian Medical Association Queensland The Australian Medical Association Queensland is the peak health lobby group in the State, representing more than 5,400 doctors in Queensland, throughout all stages of their career. As a medical student we encourage you to become a member of AMA Queensland and take part in making a difference in your profession. Membership is FREE for all medical students.
	ProLENDING ProLENDING is an independent specialist finance group, established by an experienced team of Finance Consultants, Home Loan Specialists and Accountants. With more lending choices available, we will provide finance solutions for a home loan, your next motor vehicle, or for a graduate loan. We also offer a comprehensive referral network of industry specialists including vehicle wholesalers and risk insurance, complementing our service. Please contact Mark Andrews on 0448 030 424 or via email mark@prolending.com.au. Tel: 07 3811 4411 Fax: 07 3811 4412
	MIGA - The Medical Insurance Group You may be surprised to know that many of your interactions as a medical student can result in the need for advice and support of a medico-legal nature. Fortunately, it's easy to protect yourself. Through a free Protection Package, student members of MIGA are supported and protected by a comprehensive insurance policy, which includes cover for clinical, elective and scholarship placements. In addition to your insurance you'll receive other great benefits, including: Access to the Elective Grants Program – five Grants of $3,500 available each year Regular emails and easy to enter competitions with awesome prizes 24/7 support and advice Bi-monthly Bulletins – your insight into your future career as a doctor. Joining MIGA and accessing the Protection Package for students is as easy as completing our online Application Form. Alternatively you can call our friendly on Free Call 1800 777 156.
	Royal Australian College of Surgeons The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), formed in 1927, is a non-profit organisation training surgeons and maintaining surgical standards in Australia and New Zealand. The College's purpose is to be the unifying force for surgery in Australia and New Zealand, with FRACS standing for excellence in surgical care.
	Brisbane Hillross With a community of clients including owners of successful small to medium enterprises and high income professionals, our approach is to partner with our clients to develop a robust long-term wealth building and protection plan tailored to their unique requirements. Contact Scott Montefiore, MBus(AppFin) Director / Financial Advisor on scott.montefiore@hilllross.com.au or 07 3012 8040.
Special Event Sponsors
	Herston Medical Bookshop The Herston Medical Bookshop has an enormous range of textbooks and medical equipment, and with decades of experience, is the first choice for all medical students. UQMS members receive a 10% discount on marked prices of texts.