The Health Research Governance Committee
Research supported by the Medibank Better Health Foundation is governed by the Health Research Governance Committee comprised of Medibank leaders with diverse professional and academic backgrounds. The committee rigorously reviews all research proposals for merit and alignment with the foundation's strategy and works alongside researchers to ensure that all research we support is robust.
The committee comprises Medibank leaders with diverse professional and academic backgrounds, including experienced clinicians, health economists and health data analysts:
- Dr Shona Sundaraj - Group Medical Director
- Dariush Etemadmoghadam - Clinical Research Advisor
- Jason Elias – Head of Partnerships & Sales, Overseas Business
- Nicola Ivory - Head of Partnerships
- Sophie Dutton - Health Policy Manager
- Justin Braver - Senior Health Portfolio Manager
- Catherine Lucas - Care Coordinator
- Bridget Colussa - MBHF Projects Manager
Benefits of partnering with the Medibank Better Health Foundation
Opportunity
Opportunity to move from clinical research into real-world pragmatic research, with help to recruit Medibank customers.
Support
Support from research leaders and experts in chronic disease, health economics, low value care, and hospital safety and quality reporting.
Access
Access to research and industry expertise, insights, and a network of professional and clinical leaders.
In-kind support
In-kind support for appropriate research projects.
Promotional assistance
Help to promote the outcomes of your study or trial.
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