Public Pathology Australia is the national peak body for public pathology in Australia.
Public Pathology Australia was formed in 2001 to provide a single voice for public pathology services throughout Australia.
Public pathology is the foundation of pathology in Australia. Our members are the major government owned and operated pathology services in each State and Territory in Australia. They provide the vast majority of pathology services in Australia’s public hospitals, service a number of private hospitals, and operate community based collection services for patients upon request from GPs and Specialists.
In addition to diagnostic services, our members conduct research and teaching in the areas of new and existing diseases, tests and treatments, and collaborate closely with colleagues in all areas of patient care, with many pathologists also performing clinical roles.
Public pathology laboratory testing and medical consultation services play a crucial role in timely clinical diagnosis, in monitoring therapy and in prevention of disease in individuals and the community.
Statement of Purpose
Advancing equitable, innovative and sustainable public pathology for better health.
Member support and advocacy is encompassed by the term “advancing” which is tied to the long term vision for our members which is that they provide equitable, innovative and sustainable services which leads to better health outcomes in the community across Australia.
Public Pathology, Better Health.
Our Goals
Public Pathology Australia will:
Goal 1: Provide national advocacy across federal, state and territory levels
Goal 2: Demonstrate value of investing in public pathology
Goal 3: Advocate for equitable, innovative and sustainable pathology services
Goal 4: Support leadership, collaboration and partnership opportunities
Goal 5: Support innovation and evidence-based use of pathology
Goal 6: Provide appropriate requesting stewardship
Our Values
Public Pathology Australia demonstrates the PRAISE values:
| People first | We put the needs of people first – those within PPA, those within our member services and those in the community in which they serve. |
| Respect and trust | We acknowledge and value the opinions, skills and abilities of others and treat others as we would like to be treated. |
| Accountability | We are accountable for our decisions and actions to the organisation and to our members. |
| Integrity | We act professionally, honestly and consistently and are accountable. |
| Strategic Leadership | We influence others to voluntarily make decisions that enhance the prospects for a viable industry. We provide a sense of direction and build ownership and alignment to achieve sustainability. |
| Excellence | We strive to exceed expectations by delivering and promoting innovative, quality services and outcomes. |
Constitutional Objectives
The Objects Public Pathology Australia are to:
| a) | Take a leadership role to promote/educate all stakeholders as to the role and value of pathology in protecting the health and wellbeing of the population and its role in integrated patient care pathways to improve health outcomes; |
| b) | Negotiate with and influence Federal and State/Territory Governments and other stakeholders in relation to funding and issues that affect public pathology services; |
| c) | Bring together members, disseminate information and pursue activities for the common benefit of members; |
| d) | Contribute towards the development and promotion of best practice in the clinical and business provision of pathology; |
| e) | Develop and promote initiatives that support and develop staff employed in public pathology; |
| f) | Develop, contribute towards and advocate for health policies that improve health outcomes for patients in so far as it relates to pathology; |
| g) | Advocate for or against any legislative or other measures as are related to furthering the interests of pathology in Australia; |
| h) | Foster alliances and collaborate with any association, institution, society or body or individuals whether incorporated or not, whether located nationally or internationally, in relation to any of the objects of the Association; and |
| i) | Take other actions that support the attainment of any of the above objectives. |