Diabetes Australia has announced the appointment of its first ever chief medical officer, with Sydney endocrinologist Professor David Simmons taking on the position.
A Distinguished Professor of Medicine at the Western Sydney University Macarthur Clinical School, and head of the Campbelltown Hospital endocrinology department, Professor Simmons brings considerable knowledge and experience to the body.
Diabetes Australia’s Acting Group CEO, Taryn Black, said the role of chief medical officer would provide strategic medical guidance and expertise to the organisation.
“Professor Simmons’ appointment comes at an important time as the diabetes community tackles issues such as global medicine shortages, equitable access to technologies, ways to improve models of care and declining research funding,” Ms Black said.
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Professor David Simmons
“The CMO will support the organisation with health advice, as well as research and clinical governance expertise, which will ultimately improve the health outcomes of people living with diabetes.
“We have a highly qualified, passionate team of experts delivering on our commitment to improve the lives of people living with diabetes and those at risk, and we are delighted to have Professor Simmons join us,” she said.