ANZMES (The Associated New Zealand Myalgic
Encephalomyelitis Society) is proud to announce its detailed
submission to the Ministry of Health as part of the
consultation on modernising
health workforce regulation in New Zealand. This
important initiative represents a key opportunity to
advocate for a healthcare system that prioritises equity,
inclusivity, and patient-centred care.
In our
submission, ANZMES emphasised the pressing need for systemic
change, outlining practical and impactful solutions to
enhance healthcare delivery for individuals with ME/CFS and
other underserved communities. Key recommendations
included:
- Establishing integrated care
models to support patients with complex
conditions. - Implementing patient feedback
mechanisms to ensure healthcare policies align with
patient needs. - Advancing awareness through
public campaigns about ME/CFS and related
conditions. - Promoting mandatory upskilling and
education through CME-accredited
evidence-based programmes and resources. - Championing
the creation of a Centre of Excellence for
ME/CFS, a transformative initiative to drive
research, education, and patient
advocacy.
ANZMES also addressed key consultation
questions, advocating for inclusive regulation that upholds
safety while fostering workforce sustainability. Our
recommendations included streamlining processes for
overseas-trained professionals and supporting culturally
responsive care practices to address the unique needs of
Māori, Pasifika, tangata whaikaha disabled, and other
underserved populations.
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“Systemic healthcare reform
is not just about meeting today’s challenges—it’s
about ensuring a sustainable, inclusive system for
generations to come,” said Fiona Charlton, President at
ANZMES. “This submission reflects ANZMES’s unwavering
commitment to driving positive change for all New
Zealanders.”
We encourage our community and
supporters to stay engaged as this important consultation
progresses. Together, we can create a healthcare system that
serves everyone with fairness, compassion, and
innovation.
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