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Session 1B: Realising Australia's promise: Bringing Australian patients to the front of the queue for radiopharmaceuticals

Tracks
Track 3
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Momentum Room

Overview

Sponsored by: NOVARTIS


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Australia stands at a pivotal moment in the advancement of radiopharmaceuticals, with the potential to become a global Centre of Excellence and leader in patient access. This panel session will bring together leading voices from clinical practice, patient advocacy, academia, and industry to explore the critical elements needed to realise this vision. Through a dynamic discussion, panellists will examine future-state infrastructure, policy settings, and collaboration that can put Australian patients at the front of the queue for access to radiopharmaceuticals. Attendees will gain insights into settings that will facilitate better clinical integration, greater focus on patient needs, academic leadership and collaboration, and partnering with industry to generate further innovation. The session aims to foster cross-sector dialogue and inspire actionable pathways toward greater access to radiopharmaceuticals for Australian patients. Sponsored by:


Speaker

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Prof. Eva Bezak
Professor Medical Radiation
University of South Australia

Panellist

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Mr Russell Briggs
General Manager of Nursing Programs
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia

Panellist

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Prof. Rodney Hicks
Chief Medical Officer
Melbourne Theranostic Innovation Centre

Panellist

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Dr. Dylan Jones
Country Head Market Access
Novartis

Panellist

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Ms Karyn Mcintosh
Director, Government And Policy
AusBiotech

Chair

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