MELBOURNE-BASED consultant, health writer, science researcher, speaker and consumer advocate Jennifer Morris (pictured) has been appointed to the NPS MedicineWise Board as a non-executive director.
NPS MedicineWise chair, Peter Turner welcomed Morris' appointment noting that "her research work on consumer perspectives across many aspects of healthcare will bring valuable perspectives to the board".
"As a guest lecturer and science writer, Jennifer has experience raising community awareness about healthcare quality and safety issues," Turner said.
"Throughout her career she has encouraged public discussion about maximising the benefits of healthcare for all."
Morris, who joined the Board on 19 May 2017, succeeds Christine Walker who is retiring as a director after two terms of three years each, with accolades around her advisor role and other contributions to NPS MedicineWise during her tenure.
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