Message from the Dean

The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences is dedicated to advancing human health through world-leading education, research, and the development of new treatments and therapies. We are passionate about building the health and medical workforce of the future, both locally and globally.
Our teaching staff are not only educators; they are active professionals in their fields, ensuring our students learn from those working at the forefront of health and medical science. Their goal is to produce not just skilled health professionals, but future leaders who will in turn educate and inspire others.
To this year's prize winners — congratulations. Your dedication and hard work matter, and so does the curiosity that drives you. Keep asking questions as you pursue better health outcomes for your patients and communities.
None of this happens alone. Your achievements reflect the support of family, friends and the staff who believed in you. They also reflect the generosity of our prize donors, who invest in your potential because they share your commitment to a healthier world.
It is a privilege to recognise your achievements today, and to celebrate the bright future you represent for health and medicine.
Professor Christina Mitchell AO
Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences