Inspiring Stories

What is a Girl Like You Doing in a Place Like This? With Professor Doris Young

This inspiring conversation with Professor Doris Young, a trailblazer in General Practice and Family Medicine. As a woman from a culturally diverse background, she overcame barriers to lead groundbreaking initiatives in healthcare and academia over her 40-year career.  From her pioneering role as the Foundation Chair of General Practice at the University of Melbourne to advancing healthcare equity and innovation in Asia, Professor Young’s story is one of resilience, courage, and lasting impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear about her remarkable journey and insights.  This episode was recorded on 10 December 2024  ---  Connect with us on Twitter at @MDHSdiversity or by email at mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au [mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au]  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of Melbourne. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. Find out more about our Inspiring Webinar series: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i [https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Nurturing Tiny Lives – Leadership and Research with Big Impact with Professor Alicia Spittle

Discover how Professor Alicia Spittle’s groundbreaking research is transforming care for infants and children at high risk of neurodevelopmental impairments. From preterm babies to those with cerebral palsy, she shares insights on early intervention and targeted care to improve developmental outcomes.  As Associate Dean of Research and a globally recognised leader, Professor Spittle blends professional expertise with personal connection to disability, driving impactful paediatric innovations. Tune in to learn how her work is giving children the best start in life.  This episode was recorded on 19 November 2024  ---  Connect with us on Twitter at @MDHSdiversity or by email at mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au [mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au]  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of Melbourne. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. Find out more about our Inspiring Webinar series: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i [https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Empowering Women’s Health: Embracing Ageing and Changing the Conversation Around Menopause with Professor Martha Hickey

Professor Martha Hickey, a renowned expert in women’s health, as we explore the transformative power of embracing ageing and breaking the stigma around menopause. In this episode, we discuss Professor Hickey's groundbreaking research, including her work on the first Core Outcome Set for Menopause (COMMA) and her leadership in the global Menopause Priority Setting Partnership (MAPS).  Beyond her scientific contributions, Professor Hickey is using art to challenge societal views on ageing, encouraging women to see it as a natural and beautiful process. Tune in to discover how we can all feel more comfortable in our bodies as we age and empower women’s health.  Additionally, learn about new leave provisions supporting staff through menstruation, perimenopause, menopause, and gender affirmation, aimed at improving wellbeing and reducing stigma in the workplace.  This episode was recorded on 15 October 2024  ---  Connect with us on Twitter at @MDHSdiversity or by email at mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au [mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au]  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of Melbourne. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. Find out more about our Inspiring Webinar series: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i [https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

E37. From Discovery to Start-ups, to Scale-ups, to Patients: Innovation and Leadership with Michelle Gallaher

Michelle Gallaher is an award-winning health technology entrepreneur with a particular interest in artificial intelligence, clinical trials and ethics. Recently commencing as the inaugural CEO of Cerulea Clinical Trials, Michelle’s current focus is on building a world-leading ophthalmic clinical trials site specialising in gene therapy trials, medical devices, and applying emerging efficiency technology solutions.  This episode was recorded on 24 September 2024  ---  Connect with us on Twitter at @MDHSdiversity or by email at mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au [mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au]  The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of Melbourne. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. Find out more about our Inspiring Webinar series: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i [https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Vision and leadership: Enhancing research funding equity on the national stage with Professor Anne Kelso AO

Professor Anne Kelso spent many years as a biomedical researcher in the field of immunology, later serving as Director of the Cooperative Research Centre for Vaccine Technology and then Director of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Reference and Research on Influenza at the Doherty Institute. From 2015 to 2023, she was CEO of the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) where she led significant reform of NHMRC’s grant program and gender equity policies. She holds an honorary professorial position in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. This episode was recorded on 13 August 2024. --- Connect with us on Twitter at @MDHSdiversity or by email at mdhs-diversityinclusion@unimelb.edu.au The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of Melbourne. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. Find out more about our Inspiring Webinar series: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i [https://go.unimelb.edu.au/ik7i] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.