I am a kidney specialist and medical educator at The Royal Melbourne Hospital. My patients have chronic diseases including kidney failure and confront important decisions towards the ends of their lives. I am passionate about communication, shared decision making, and person-centred values-based care as the way of achieving the best outcomes for my patients. Because of this, I became a VAD physician to ensure patients are empowered throughout their care including their deaths.

I learn something from each patient, and together with my experience on other committees and boards, hope to contribute meaningfully to DWDV’s vital mission. I have no doubt that through my involvement I will continue to learn and grow too.