Big Country, Little Hearts - Where Paediatrics Meets the Outback

Delivering specialist healthcare to children in Central Australia takes more than expertise - it takes strong partnerships and seamless teamwork.

Hear how the Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT works closely with the Medical Retrieval and Consultation Centre (MRaCC) and the Paediatrics Unit at Alice Springs Hospital to bring vital care to families living in some of the most remote parts of the Northern Territory. 

Hear from Paediatrician Dr James Dowler as he shares what a typical day looks like on the ground, caring for children and mothers who often live hundreds of kilometres from the nearest hospital.

Watch the video to learn how teamwork helps deliver life-changing care to children and families across remote Central Australia.