Former SCS student receives Bryan Hudson Medal

Dr Kathryn Connelly

Monash University medical graduate Dr Kathryn Connelly has been recognised for her outstanding achievement, receiving the prestigious Bryan Hudson Medal for the best overall performance in the RACP written and clinical examinations in adult medicine.

Dr Connelly completed her BMedSc(Hons) at the School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health (SCS) in 2012 under the supervision of Professor Eric Morand and undertook some of her rotations in years 4 and 5 at Monash Health.

Dr Connelly said she was humbled to be the recipient of such a prestigious award and sees it as a special acknowledgement of the hard work and sacrifices that go into a rollercoaster 18 months combining full-time work and study.

“I hope it is seen as a reflection of the fantastic teaching and mentorship I have received throughout my medical training from experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic teachers and the tremendous support from my study group, other colleagues, family and friends,” Dr Connelly said. 

Currently a medical registrar at Alfred Health, Dr Connelly will return to Monash Health next year as a trainee rheumatologist.

“I'm excited to begin advanced training in Rheumatology next year, having had great experiences in the specialty at both Monash and Alfred Health,” Dr Connelly said.

I'm looking forward to the breadth of clinical exposure Monash Health offers in rheumatology and working in a unit with such a strong reputation for teaching and research.”