These awards recognise the passion, dedication, and exceptional care provided by NSW Allied Health professionals and support staff.
The NBMLHD finalists are:
- Mason Smith: Physiotherapist, finalist for Aboriginal Allied Health Professional of the Year.
- Ryan Evans: Physiotherapist, Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Nepean Hospital, finalist for Allied Health Educator of the Year.
- Denise Milicevic: Psychologist, Nepean Anxiety and Disorders Clinic, finalist for Allied Health Researcher of the Year.
Adjunct Associate Professor Karen Arblaster, Director of Allied Health, Research and Strategic Partnerships at NBMLHD, expressed her pride in the finalists' achievements.
“Having our staff recognised at this level is a true testament to the dedication and quality of our Allied Health team in Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District,” says Karen.
“We are incredibly proud of the commitment of Mason, Ryan and Denise to improving the health outcomes of our community. Their work embodies the values we strive for each day,” says Karen.
Shelley Boyle, Head of the Physiotherapy Department, also shared her enthusiasm.
“When I found out that Mason and Ryan had been selected as finalists, I was very proud—but not that surprised. They have both shown incredible dedication to improving healthcare, each in their own way,” says Shelley.
“Mason’s work in making healthcare more culturally safe for Aboriginal people and Ryan’s commitment to mentoring students, new graduates, and junior medical officers whilst still finding the time to drive new innovative models of care is admirable,” says Shelley.
Julia Bohan, Manager of Allied Health & Specialty Teams in Mental Health, praised Denise's contributions.
“We’re delighted to have Denise’s consistent hard work recognised on a larger scale. Denise is a clinician with a very high work ethic and consistent focus on consumer care and recovery. Her research work in the co-design hoarding and squalor program is a very significant achievement and one that consumers are particularly vocal about providing positive feedback,” says Julie.
Congratulations to all the finalists.
