New prostate testing recommendations: HealthCert GP Update, 2026

In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo walks through the recent updates to prostate testing recommendations and the implications for your patients — providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs.

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Below, watch the full expert presentation and Q&A with Dr Simone Gonzo.

What you will learn

Prostate health is an important part of men’s health, but deciding when and how to investigate can raise questions in general practice. With Movember bringing men’s wellbeing into focus, now is a timely opportunity to explore how the new prostate testing recommendations are shaping clinical decision-making and what they mean for everyday patient care.

Through real-world clinical scenarios, this session explores how to interpret the updated guidelines and approach conversations about prostate testing with greater confidence.

In this session, you will learn to:

• Review the new prostate testing recommendations and understand what has changed.
• Identify when prostate testing may be appropriate in the primary care setting.
• Apply current guidance to discussions with patients about prostate health and testing.
• Navigate common clinical questions and considerations when making testing and follow-up decisions.

Download additional resources

Make it easier to apply these guidelines in practice with additional resources.

PROSTATE TESTING RECOMMENDATIONS
Download the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia's 2026 Guidelines for  the Early Detection of Prostate Cancer in Australia.
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FACTSHEET [coming soon]
A quick-reference guide summarising the latest evidence and practical strategies you can use with your patients.
⬇️ Download two-page summary >

FAQ GUIDE  [coming soon]
The most common questions from GPs in the live session, answered by Dr Simone Gonzo.
⬇️ Download Q&A summary >

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About the presenter

Dr Simone Gonzo began working in healthcare as a registered nurse in hospitals throughout Queensland in 2003. After making the change to medicine, she graduated with an MBBS from The University of Queensland in 2010 and gained FRACGP in 2015. Dr Gonzo enjoys all aspects of general practice including family health, mental health, chronic disease management, and complex primary care. She also has a special interest in teaching and training GP registrars and medical students. Dr Gonzo is a champion of general practice and promotes the importance of this specialty in the healthcare landscape.

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