An independent voice for health, research, policy and advice
Australia’s Learned Academy for health and medical sciences. Dedicated to engaging with the community, industry and government on pressing issues to improve health for all.
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An Expert Representative and Independent Voice
An expert representative and independent voice for health and medical sciences in Australia. Dedicated to engaging with the community, industry and government on pressing issues to improve health for all.
AAHMS is an interdisciplinary body made up of 552 Fellows. Each Fellow is elected by their peers for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the health and medical sciences in their respective fields. The cross-sector experience of our Fellows ensures that our advice is independent, expert and evidence-based. We use our knowledge and networks to drive change and provide leadership to ensure the most pressing health issues facing society can be addressed for everyone’s benefit.
Future-fit health
systems
A future-fit health system must have research and innovation embedded as core functions.
Trust in health and medical expertise
Public trust is fundamental to the success of our health system, yet it is increasingly under pressure.
Equity in and access to health and medical research
Health equity demands fair and inclusive access to and leadership of medical research, expertise and care.
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National plan sets 10-year agenda for women’s equity in Australia’s health and medical sciences
Calls on Government to develop AAHMS-recommended national biomonitoring program
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Our Fellows
The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences elects the best and brightest minds in the field of medical and health sciences as Fellows.
Professor Steve Wilton
AO FAHMS
Deputy Director, Centre for Molecular Medicine and Innovative Therapeutics
Professor Sharon Goldfeld
AM FAHMS
Director, Centre for Community and Child Health & Population Health
Professor Asha Bowen
OAM FAHMS
Paediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist/Head, Healthy Skin and ARF Prevention
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The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences elects the best and brightest minds in the field of medical and health sciences as Fellows.
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We’re supporting and nurturing the research leaders of tomorrow.
The Academy provides career mentoring programs for health and medical researchers that could help you move forward in your career.
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