Forty-one per cent of WA psychiatrists are considering leaving the profession within the next five years, according to Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists research - the highest number for any Australian state.

WA Branch Chair Michael Verheggen told Jo McManus on 6PR Mornings the sector is under immense pressure - and patients aren't getting the care they need.

Forty-one per cent of WA psychiatrists are considering leaving the profession within the next five years, according to Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists research - the highest number for any Australian state.
WA Branch Chair Michael Verheggen told Jo McManus on 6PR Mornings the sector is under immense pressure - and patients aren't getting the care they need.

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