NSW\u2019s dedicated allied health clinicians have been recognised at the third annual Excellence in Allied Health Awards, held in Sydney last night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Health Minister Ryan Park congratulated the 35 finalists and winners in each of the 7 categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI want to thank all our hard-working allied health professionals for the significant contribution they make in delivering patient-centred care to the people of NSW every day,\u201d Mr Park said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIn particular, I would like to congratulate NSW\u2019s Allied Health Professional of the Year, Dr Bernadette Brady, who was recognised for their significant contribution to musculoskeletal and pain physiotherapy, both as a clinician and researcher, with a special interest in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) populations.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe NSW Government is committed to building the allied health workforce of the future through initiatives such as the Rural Allied Health Educator Program which will create a pipeline of workers to regional NSW.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mental Health Minister Rose Jackson said this was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the achievements and skill of allied health staff in NSW.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAllied health professionals play a pivotal role in safeguarding the mental wellbeing of individuals across the state and I\u2019m incredibly grateful for their dedication,\u201d Ms Jackson said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cPsychologists, social workers, exercise physiologists, and occupational therapists are just some of the allied health professionals at the forefront of promoting mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and advocating for accessible and equitable services for our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis awards night is just one small way we can acknowledge the hard work of many allied health professionals and the massive difference they make to the lives of their patients and their families every day.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
NSW Health Secretary Susan Pearce said allied health clinicians play a vital role in the health system, working across 23 unique professions including pharmacists, speech pathology, podiatrists and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI\u2019d like to congratulate all the recipients of this year\u2019s Excellence in Allied Health Awards, as well as all the nominees and finalists in each category. Each year, the calibre of the nominees is outstanding,\u201d Ms Pearce said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOne of the special aspects of allied health is that it includes disciplines that engage with a person\u2019s life from birth, right through to aged care and across every area of the health system.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
NSW Health Chief Allied Health Officer Andrew Davison said it was fantastic to see the level of professionalism, clinical excellence, and compassion on display at the Awards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThese Awards are a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge the expertise of allied health professionals and reflect on the impact they make to improve patient experience and outcomes,\u201d Mr Davison said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The winners in each of the 7 categories are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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