Dr Matthew Rice

Dr. Matthew Rice was born and raised in Bourke, New South Wales, and has strong family ties in Western NSW. After completing his MBBS at the University of Sydney in 2010, he returned to Dubbo in 2012 to pursue post-graduate hospital training, followed by general practice training. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Dr. Rice has dedicated his career to providing comprehensive healthcare to the community of Dubbo and surrounding areas. He has worked extensively in rural medicine, delivering essential medical services to communities in need. His practice focuses on preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education, making him a highly trusted family doctor in the region.

Dr. Rice has contributed to several research projects in the field of rural healthcare, particularly focusing on access to medical care in regional areas. He has been involved in projects that examine the impact of preventive health measures on the rural population and has worked alongside public health authorities to improve the health outcomes of underserved communities in Western NSW.

• Excellence in Rural Medicine, Dubbo Medical Association – 2016

• Outstanding Service in General Practice, NSW Health – 2018

• Community Health Leadership Award, Dubbo Regional Health – 2021

Dr. Rice’s passion for rural healthcare extends beyond his clinical work. He has written extensively about the challenges and opportunities in providing medical care to remote areas and has advocated for improved health infrastructure in rural New South Wales. His articles have been featured in medical journals and community health publications, where he has highlighted the importance of early intervention, patient empowerment, and multidisciplinary collaboration in improving rural healthcare outcomes. Dr. Rice believes that access to healthcare should not be limited by geography, and he continues to work towards ensuring that rural communities receive the same level of care as those in metropolitan areas.