The "A Better Culture" Project
Tracks
Waterfront Room 3
| Friday, October 25, 2024 |
| 4:20 PM - 4:50 PM |
| Waterfront Room 3 |
Details
Stream: Rural Doctors in Training
Speaker
Dr Jillann Farmer
A Better Culture
The "A Better Culture" Project
Abstract Overview
The cultivation of a health system devoid of discrimination and bullying is pivotal for the development of a robust healthcare workforce. A recent survey among medical professionals has unveiled profound instances of discrimination, bullying, harassment, and racism (ref). Of importance in the analysis of the data, were negative experiences disproportionately reported by doctors who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. In response, the Australasian College of Medical Administrators collaborated with the Federal Government and other stakeholders to initiate the “A Better Culture” project. This initiative aims to combat discrimination and foster a healthier, more inclusive work environment.
Biography
Dr Jillann Farmer was Medical Director of the United Nations, based at the headquarters in New York for 8 years. During tenure at the UN, she was responsible
for the health, safety and wellbeing of all UN personnel deployed throughout the world and was also responsible for the standards in healthcare facilities operating under the UN flag. She managed the UN’s response to the New York wave of COVID-19 in 2020.
Since leaving the UN, she has worked as a Deputy Director General in Queensland Health and as a front-line clinician in primary care and emergency medicine.
Prior to serving in the UN, she was the Medical Director of the Patient Safety Centre in Queensland Health, and the inaugural Director of the Clinician Performance Support Service.
Jillann currently balances her role as CEO with clinical work in a rural ED. Outside of work, Jillann has been a martial arts practitioner for over 30
years, and is a keen hiker, kayaker, cyclist and cross-country skier.
