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Media Release 16 Dec 09
Australia Medic Alert Foundation Announces New CEO
The Australia Medic Alert Foundation,
the national not-for-profit organisation that provides
a
24 hour personal
emergency
medical information and identification service
is pleased to announce the appointment of new Chief
Executive Officer, Ms Sandra Turner.
Sandra commenced her role in late November and she comes to the Foundation with a long background in the
healthcare industry. With experience in nursing, sales and marketing and communications, Sandra is well equipped to
lead the Australia Medic Alert Foundation into the future.
Most recently Sandra has been working in the pharmaceutical industry and has experience in areas including
oncology, haematology and allergy.
A graduate of the University of South Australia (Bachelor of Business) and Charles Sturt University (Master of Arts),
Sandra is looking to continue her close relationship with the healthcare industry and is eager to lead her team to best
assist Foundation members.
Sandra’s appointment comes at a time where there is an increasing emphasis of the importance of the provision of
timely, accurate and up-to-date patient information in times of emergency. It is the ability to access accurate
information regarding a patient’s medical problems as soon as possible that can save a life. The MedicAlert® system
assists this to occur.
“I’m pleased to have joined such a long-established and well-respected organisation
that helps save lives,” said
Sandra.
“The four part MedicAlert® system has been in Australia for almost 40 years and the close association the
Foundation has established with emergency healthcare providers around Australia is an indication of the high level of
confidence healthcare professionals have in the MedicAlert® system.
“I’m eager to lead the Foundation into the future and look forward to being able to continually improve the service
and education we provide for current and future members and service providers across Australia,” Sandra said.
The Australia Medic Alert Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation and was established in Australia in 1971 by
Rotary and the St John Council. The Foundation provides a cost-effective and comprehensive service for members
incorporating an internationally recognised emblem
(worn as a bracelet or necklet), a secure 24 hour emergency
hotline, a confidential national registry and a 24 hour emergency-assist membership card.
Anyone wanting more information about joining MedicAlert® can call 1800 882 222.
Further details, contact:
Sandra Turner
Chief Executive Officer
Level 1, 210 Greenhill Road
EASTWOOD SA 5063
Mob: 0414 695 632
Email: sturner@medicalert.com.au
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