Congratulations to AFMW members, A/Prof Magdalena Simonis AM and Dr Desiree Yap, recipients of the prestigious 2023 AMA awards at the Vic AMA Women in Medicine event held recently in Melbourne.
Jill is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, mother of two, and a valued longstanding member of AFMW. Jill was formerly the AFMW Webmaster, as well as the VMWS Webmaster and Treasurer of VMWS. In 2021, Jill was one of the recipients of the Inaugural Brilliant Women in Digital Health awards. The AFMW community is very proud Dr Jill Tomlinson’s achievements.
EVENT REMINDER – MWS of NSW are excited to announce their collaboration with the AMA (NSW) for this year’s Women in Medicine High Tea! Your are invited to join in for an afternoon of empowerment and celebration with a group of exceptional and passionate women. The event will be held Saturday 5th November 2022 from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at NSW Parliament House. Tickets available now.
AFMW extends hearty congratulations to Dr Ashna Basu for being the recipient of the AMA Women’s Health Award at this year’s AMA National Conference in Sydney. Dr Ashna Basu received the award from outgoing AMA President Dr Omar Khorshid, for her passion and dedication to gender equity, mental health, and the social determinants of health
Australian Medical Association (AMA) announced its new Federal Council which will be convened from 1 August 2022. AFMW President, Dr Simonis is the newly elected AMA Federal Council Representative for General Practice. This is a hugely important role as AMA is really the advocacy body for the profession.
Dr Maria Boulton has been elected the 127th President of AMA Queensland. She is the ninth woman to hold the role in the Association’s 128-year history. This is great news! The AFMW congratulates Maria.
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