Clinic leader, practice up for Rural Health Awards

THE clinic leader of the Bendigo branch of global physiotherapy and strength training chain Kieser, Mischka Morton, has been named as a finalist in this year’s Victorian Rural Health Awards.

The exercise scientist has been shortlisted for the Outstanding Contribution to Rural Allied Health Award, while the practice itself is also up for the Outstanding Contribution by a Rural Multidisciplinary Health Team Award.

Organised by the Rural Workforce Agency Victoria (RWAV) in partnership with the Victorian Department of Health, the awards are said to celebrate the individuals and teams who are making a real and lasting difference across rural and regional Victoria.

This year’s finalists have been praised for reflecting the strength of the entire rural health system, including clinicians, practice staff, students, outreach teams and educators.

RWAV CEO Lauren Cordwell said the awards program is an important opportunity to celebrate the commitment, collaboration and care that underpin rural health services across Victoria.

“These awards are about recognising the people who keep rural healthcare moving forward every day, often quietly, often under pressure, but always with purpose and care,” she said.

“What we see in this year’s finalists is a workforce that is adapting, innovating, and continuing to show up for their communities in meaningful ways.

“Their impact is felt far beyond the clinics and services they work in.”

Established in 1967 in Switzerland, Kieser operates in more than 150 locations worldwide, including over 30 across Australia.

The winners will be announced during an online event on Thursday 25 June.