08/03/2026
This International Women’s Day, we celebrate four extraordinary women who are shaping medical research and healthcare - advancing discovery, strengthening systems, improving patient care, and leading with compassion and courage.
Associate Professor Mimi Berman is advancing genomic medicine and rare disease care, driving innovation that is shaping the future of precision medicine.
Rachel Wolfe is leading district-wide responses to violence, abuse and neglect, designing trauma-informed systems that ensure women, children and families receive safe, inclusive and integrated care.
Dr Benita Tse is researching colorectal cancer prevention and treatment response, working toward earlier detection and more personalised therapies - while navigating the realities of balancing research and motherhood.
Shiraz Abdulla, Director of Nursing and Midwifery at Hornsby Hospital, is championing workforce sustainability and ensuring nursing voices are represented at the highest levels of hospital leadership.
When women are equally represented, supported and recognised, healthcare is stronger for everyone. 💜