Sydney Adventist Hospital celebrates contribution of women in medicine at IWD event

On March 8th each year, International Women’s Day is celebrated around the world, offering the opportunity to shine a spotlight on the remarkable achievements and contributions of women.

Sydney Adventist Hospital hosted an inspiring event on the eve of the occasion this year, for both esteemed San surgeons and local general practitioners.

Dr Jeanette Conley, San Medical and Clinical Governance Executive, opened the event by acknowledging the significance of the occasion. 

“Tonight, we celebrate and acknowledge the remarkable contributions of women to both the medical field and society as a whole,” she said. 

Over dinner guests networked, sharing insights and experiences before hearing from a lineup of distinguished speakers including Clinical Director of Surgery Dr Upeksha De Silva, Head of Cardiology Dr Elizabeth Shaw, Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Michelle Atkinson, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Suelyn Lai-Smith, Urologist Dr Imogen Patterson and Cardiothoracic Surgeon Dr Emily Granger. 

Speakers shared their insights and perspectives on perseverance, their career journeys, the importance of supporting women in the workplace, challenges and the need role of mentorship in encouraging medical graduates and trainees and the changing landscape of the medical field.

As the event concluded, the guests left with new and renewed connections and a sense of determination to continue championing gender equality and diversity.

Overall, the celebration of International Women’s Day was a success and a reminder of the resilience, leadership and care that women display both within the hospital and the broader community. 

Sydney Adventist Hospital would like to thank all our guests, speakers and those involved for their time, enthusiasm, and support.