2010 Awards Night and Charity Gala Dinner Dance

The AMA (WA) held its 2010 Awards Night and Charity Gala Dinner Dance on July 31 at the Burswood Grand Ballroom.

The evening celebrated the achievements of the WA medical profession and recognised the significant contribution to medicine by one or more association members with the presentation of the AMA (WA) Awards.

This year, two 2010 AMA Award were presented. Dr Val Lishman was recognised for his outstanding contribution to surgical services in regional WA and overseas. Also receiving an AMA Award was Prof Bruce Robinson, who achieved international recognition for his work in the field of asbestos-induced cancer and the early detection of mesothelioma.

The annual awards night also include the presentation of the Healthier WA Award , sponsored by the AMA (WA) and Healthway to the Royal Agricultural Society for the 2009 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show.

The inaugural Dr Camille Michener Legacy Award – Junior Doctor of the Year was presented to Dr James Anderson, who has made an impact highlighting areas of need for Junior Doctors working in public hospitals and bringing about much needed change.

Snapshots from 2010