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AMA: Beyond the Stethoscope: A Life-Career Balancing Act

Discover the Art of Balancing Babies, Family and Career in Medicine

Are you a medical professional juggling the demands of a thriving career with the joys and responsibilities of family life? Or are you considering starting a family?

VMWS is thrilled to invite you to the  “Beyond the Stethoscope: A Life-Career Balancing Act,” an event hosted by AMA Victoria and the Women in Medicine Committee.

Engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion and gain insights into how to balance your medical career with family life whilst indulging in a 3-course dinner at the exquisite Lyceum Club Melbourne.

Esteemed Panel of Experts

Adj Prof Karen Price: Accomplished GP and Immediate Past President RACGP.
A/Prof Kate Stern: Renowned Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist.
Dr Jasmina Kevric: BreastSurg ANZ Fellow & Victorian Junior Doctor of the Year 2022.
Dr Cecilia Xiao: GP Registrar and Victoria Faculty Council Member RACGP.
Ms Sue Jackel: AMA Victoria Workplace Relations Consultant.

Moderated by Dr Linda Schachter (Respiratory and Sleep Physician and Chair AMAV WIM Committee) and Dr Sarah Arachchi (Paediatrician and AMAV WIM Committee member).

Meet outstanding female trailblazers in medicine

Meet trailblazers A/Prof Magdalena Simonis AM and Dr Desiree Yap AM and congratulate Dr John Gormon, as they are presented with prestigious AMA Awards by our special guest, AMA Federal President Professor Steve Robson.

Event Details

Save the Date: Monday, November 20, 2023
Venue: The Lyceum Club Melbourne, Ridgway Place, Melbourne
Time: 6:30 PM for a 7:00 PM start
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Secure a ticket now: https://amavic.com.au/events/beyond-the-stethoscope–a-life-career-balancing-act 

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