The Alumni executive were saddened to learn that David McCredie MD BSc FRACP has died after a short illness. He studied science and medicine at the University of Melbourne, graduating in 1949. He joined the Children’s Hospital as a Resident Medical Officer in 1951 and after further training in Melbourne and overseas, he became Second … Continued
AGM 10 November 2020 The AGM of the Alumni Association was held via Zoom on 10 November at 12.00 noon. The meeting was chaired by Ms Ruth Wraith OAM, the President. There were 32 members present and apologies were received from 10 members. The President’s report for the year was presented by Ruth Wraith. … Continued
Prof Lynn Gillam AM On Wednesday October 28th 100 members and guests enjoyed a highly informative and thought provoking “Zoom” meeting with an excellent talk followed by active discussion about what information can and / or should be give to children about their condition. The meeting was opened by the President of the Alumni, Ms … Continued
Prof Elliott’s lecture focussed on disadvantaged children
Alumni reflections on biomedical engineering and technological changes
The last Alum-inar took place on September 10th, with nearly fifty members and guests joining the event by Zoom. Ed Smith, Director of the RMH Foundation and son of the late Dr Arnold Smith, talked about his 22 years living and working in China. He was welcomed by the President of the Alumni, Ruth Wraith, … Continued
Prof Margot Prior AO PhD 24/3/37 – 24/8/20 https://www.rch.org.au/alumni/alumni_profiles/Prior,_Margot____AO/ The Alumni Executive were saddened to learn of the passing of Margot Prior this week. Margot came from a musical family and after leaving school completed a music degree at Melbourne University Conservatorium. She was a professional musician from 1959 to 1980, playing piano, Oboe … Continued
