Susan Sawyer
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| Nationality | Australian |
| Known for | Adolescent Health |
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| Fields | Medicine, Adolescent Health |
| Institutions | Royal Children's Hospital, University of Melbourne |
Susan Sawyer is an Australian physician and researcher specialising in adolescent health. She is currently the Geoff & Helen Handbury Chair in Adolescent Health at the Royal Children's Hospital and a professor at the University of Melbourne.
Education and career
[edit]Susan Sawyer completed her medical training and specialisation in adolescent health at the University of Melbourne. Her career has been marked by a number of significant contributions to the field of paediatric and adolescent health. She is widely recognised for her work at the Royal Children's Hospital, where she leads initiatives aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of young people. She is also an influential figure in the university's School of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences.[1]
Research and publications
[edit]Sawyer has a wide range of research published in prestigious journals such as The Lancet. Her research focuses on topics such as adolescent development and mental health, as well as public health policies related to this age group.[2] Her research interests also include noncommunicable diseases such as tobacco and substance use, quality health services for adolescents, adolescent medicine, vocational education, co-design, and the transition to adult health care.[3]
Awards and recognition
[edit]Throughout her career, Sawyer has received numerous awards for her contributions to medicine and public health. In 2020, she was widely recognised for her achievements and leadership in the sector.[4]
Affiliations and collaborations
[edit]Susan Sawyer is a member of several national and international organisations and is involved in collaborations between Australia and Indonesia to promote adolescent health.[5] She is also dedicated to professional education and development policies that support the transition of young people into adult health care.
External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Find an Expert". University of Melbourne. Retrieved 5 January 2025.
- ^ Sawyer, Susan (2007). "Adolescence: a foundation for future health". The Lancet. 379 (9826): 1630–1640. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(07)60654-0.
- ^ Sawyer, Susan. "Researcher Profile". Murdoch Children's Research Institute. Retrieved 5 January 2025.
- ^ "Congratulations Prof Sawyer". Royal Children's Hospital. Retrieved 5 January 2025.
- ^ "Professor Susan Sawyer". Australia-Indonesia Centre. Retrieved 5 January 2025.
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