MBBS, FAFMM, GDMM (Hons), MM (Pain Medicine), FIPP, AMA (M), FNZCMM
We often see qualifications on footers and don’t understand what they mean, so here is some further information on my formal qualifications as a Pain Management & Musculoskeletal Physician:
| Abbreviation | Qualification | Institution | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery |  | My primary medical degree from The University of Queensland, studying from 1980 to 1985. |
| FAFMM | Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Musculoskeletal Medicine |  | Highest professional recognition in musculoskeletal medicine in Australia/New Zealand |
| GDMM (Hons) | Graduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Medicine with Honors/Distinction |  | A post-graduate diploma I completed at the University of Otago (1995-1996), in Dunedin, New Zealand. |
| MM (Pain Medicine) | Masters of Medicine in Pain Medicine |  | From University of Newcastle (2000-2001), this is a post-graduate specialization qualification in pain management. |
| FIPP | Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice |  | International certification in interventional pain procedures from the World Institute of Pain, demonstrating expertise in advanced pain intervention techniques. |
| AMA(M) | Australian Medical Association (Member) |  | This is my professional membership as a health care provider in Australia. |
| FNZCMM | Fellow of the New Zealand College of Musculoskeletal Medicine |  | Recognition of expertise in musculoskeletal medicine in New Zealand, meaning I’m recognized as a Musculoskeletal Physician in New Zealand. |