SCS research fellow recognised by Orthoptics Australia for innovation in service delivery

Congratulations Linda Santamaria on receiving the prestigious 2014 Zoran Georgievski Medal.

Commemorating the life, professional career and outstanding commitment to the profession of orthoptics by Zoran Georgievski, the award recognises a member of Orthoptics Australia for their substantial contribution to furthering the profession of orthoptics.

Linda is the senior orthoptist and manager of the Monash Health Ophthalmology Department and an adjunct research fellow in the Department of Surgery at Monash University.

In winning this medal, Linda is recognised for promoting the practice of orthoptics through professional service and demonstrating excellence in mentoring orthoptic students in education and training, professional and personal development and career guidance.

“Receiving this medal has particular significance to me, knowing Zoran initially as a student, then as a colleague and friend,” said Linda.

“It is an honour to be recognised by the profession, many of whom I have mentored as students, as ‘early writers’ on the journal and whose careers I have seen flourish.

“This achievement has reminded me yet again of the importance of mentoring younger colleagues both to encourage their personal development and to ensure that our health professions thrive in the future."