Lauren Cordwell, CEO, RWAV, was delighted to attend the ‘Medicare at 40′ conference on Monday, 19 February. The event brought together policymakers, academics, senior officials and industry leaders to celebrate Medicare’s history and achievements. RWAV was grateful for the opportunity to reflect on past lessons, and current reforms, and hear discussions on future reform opportunities for more patient-centred and team-based care that is accessible and affordable for all Australians.
Photo: Lauren Cordwell, CEO, RWAV, Adj Assoc Prof Belinda O’Sullivan, School of Rural Health, Monash University and Alicia Siew, Strategy & Policy Coordinator, RWAV

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