On Monday 28th November 2016, the Clinical Network celebrated their 40th year of connecting cancer clinicians from across Victoria. The event was held at The European, 161 Spring St, Melbourne, and included presentations by;
- Todd Harper – Chief Executive Officer, Cancer Council Victoria
- A/Prof Jeremy Millar – Chair of the Clinical Network
- A/Prof Raymond Snyder – recently retired Director of Medical Oncology, St Vincent’s Hospital, and an inaugural Clinical Network member
Since its formation in 1976, the Clinical Network has utilised an influential and diverse body of clinical experts who inform Cancer Council policies and programs and employ a range of cooperative measures to optimise cancer care and patient outcomes for all Victorians. Currently, the Clinical Network consists of approximately 700 health professionals who make an enormous contribution to clinical research and cancer care in Victoria.
"The Clinical Network provides a great tool for Victorian cancer clinicians and health professionals to inform and lead systematic improvements in cancer care. It can allow them to affect the ‘bigger picture'"- A/Prof Jeremy Millar, Director of Radiation Oncology, Alfred Health and Chair, Clinical Network
Into the future, the Clinical Network looks to provide project support and coordination to Victorian clinicians relating to cancer treatment and care. The achievements of the Clinical Network over the past 40 years are many, and with new opportunities and directions constantly emerging, the Clinical Network will provide a platform for coordinated impact by clinicians on the Victorian cancer landscape for many years to come.