Queensland Trainees' Committee
The Queensland Trainees’ Committee (QTC) is an active and engaged group representing the diverse cohort of RACP trainees from Queensland. The Committee works to ensure trainees feel supported, connected and heard, and enhances the training experience by creating opportunities for trainees across sites to interact and participate in College initiatives.
The Committee focuses on:
- Advocacy on recruitment, education, supervision, assessment and training progression
- Strengthening trainee engagement and representation
- Supporting trainee involvement in College programs
The Committee meets 4–5 times per year, generally via videoconference, to discuss current issues impacting trainees and to guide priorities for the state. The QTC also appoints trainee representatives to relevant College committees and reports directly to the Queensland Committee.
Key functions include:
- Representing trainee interests across Queensland
- Providing input into College decision-making
- Ensuring trainees’ perspectives inform statewide training matters
Read the Queensland Trainees' Committee Terms of Reference (PDF)
Committee members
Dr Pallavi Thite
Co-Chair - Paediatrics | Advanced Trainee - Paediatrics
Dr Felix Torrance
Co-Chair - Adult Medicine | Basic Trainee - Adult Medicine
Dr Shalisa Maisrikrod
Secretary | Basic Trainee - Adult Medicine
Dr Naomi Egbivwie
Basic Trainee - Paediatrics
Dr Roderick Gavey
Advanced Trainee - Adult Medicine
Dr Gouthan Jaini
Basic Trainee - Adult Medicine
Dr Kimberley Male
Basic Trainee - Paediatrics
Dr Jayden Mifsud
Basic Trainee - Adult Medicine
Akhila Panda
Basic Trainee - Paediatrics
Dr Tim Pitcher
Basic Trainee - Adult Medicine
Dr Jenna Southwell
Advanced Trainee - Adult Medicine
Meeting dates
2026
| Date |
Time |
| Tuesday, 24 March |
6pm - 8pm AEST |
| Wednesday, 6 May |
6pm - 8pm AEST |
| Tuesday, 25 August |
6pm - 8pm AEST |
| Tuesday, 20 October |
6pm - 8pm AEST |
Past events
The Queensland Trainees’ Committee hosts and supports a variety of events throughout the year. Below are a range of recent events and activities that have supported trainees across Queensland.
Mater Hospital Trainees Information Session
17 March
AMAQ Careers Expo
14 March
Cairns Basic Training Orientation
12 February
Townsville Basic Training Orientation
5 February
Ipswich Careers Expo
14 January
Presentations
Adult Medicine – Basic Training Orientation
This webinar includes:
- Introduction to support and training requirements
- Queensland Health Adult Medicine Network Medical Director
- Avant: Why do you need a medical defence organisation?
- RACP Trainees’ experience and helpful tips
- Q&A
Watch the webinar
Paediatric and Child Health – Basic Training Orientation
This webinar includes:
- Introduction to support and training requirements
- Queensland Health Paediatric Network Medical Director
- Avant: Why do you need a medical defence organisation?
- RACP Trainees’ experience and helpful tips
- Q&A
Watch the webinar
Stepping Up – Navigating the Leap from Resident to Registrar
This webinar offers a practical and honest guide to navigating the transition from resident to registrar. Hear directly from current Adult and Paediatric trainees as they share their real-world experiences and insights on how to “step up” — whether it’s during day shifts, after-hours, or managing life beyond the hospital.
Watch the webinar
You can view more recordings of online events on the past events presentations page.