An update from the Patients Australia Board
9 November 2026: Patients Australia Governance Changes
Chair Michele Robbins and Directors Terri-Helen Gaynor, Kaylene O'Shea, Tamara Rowan and Srini Vasan resigned from the Patients Australia Board, effective 6 November 2026.
Patients Australia thanks each of them for their service and contribution to the organisation.
The Board has appointed Dr Robert Lee as Interim Chair and will take a considered approach to addressing the resulting vacancies.
Patients Australia's day-to-day operations continue under CEO Lisa Robins, and the organisation remains focused on its advocacy, programs, partnerships and commitments to patients.
ENDS
For further information or media requests:
Dr Robert Lee
Interim Board Chair, Patients Australia
About Patients Australia
Patients Australia is a leading independent not-for-profit organisation championing the rights of patients across Australia. We’re here to ensure that patients’ voices are amplified and their needs prioritised within the healthcare system. Our organisation drives significant improvements in patient care, advocating for greater transparency, accessibility, and quality within Australia’s healthcare landscape. By actively engaging with health consumers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders, we empower patients to create a more responsive and equitable healthcare system for all Australians.
Comments