On 19 November 2024, the inaugural VCCC Alliance Awards will applaud the achievements of several outstanding individuals and organisations in the Victorian cancer workforce.
From rising stars and passionate researchers to inspiring leaders and tireless organisations, these award winners have demonstrated exceptional dedication and innovation, to improve outcomes for Victorians who experience cancer. The 2024 Picchi Award winners, as well as the Tony Burgess Medal winner will also be presented with their prizes at the awards evening.
Congratulations and thank you for inspiring us all.
Kerry Davidson, Grampians Health
Outstanding Leadership by Example
Prof Clare Scott, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute
Dr Rob Blum, Bendigo Health
Outstanding Team Leader
Dr Grace Gard, Western Health and Walter and Eliza Hall Institute
Prof Alexander Dobrovic, University of Melbourne (posthumous)
Outstanding Changemaker
The Wilson Centre for Blood Cancer Genomics, represented by A/Prof Piers Blombery
Special mention:
Mildura Base Public Hospital Cancer Services
Barwon South West Regional Integrated Cancer Services - Service Development Team
Rapid Access Lung Lesion Clinic, Grampians Health (Ballarat)
Bendigo Regional Cancer Centre
Prof Robert Thomas OAM Dux Award
Kane Langdon
Best Presentation
Sarika Tulpule
Best Monograph
Sarika Tulpule