What BIA does is overseen by a Board of Directors:
Professor Leanne Togher – BIA Director and Chair
Professor Leanne Togher is a speech pathologist who has worked in the area of communication disorders following brain injury for over 30 years. Leanne is the recipient of her 3rd Senior Research Fellowship from the NHMRC, and is Principal Research Fellow of The University of Sydney. Leanne’s work has led to new ways of improving the communication of people with brain injury, particularly, by training people with brain injury and their communication partners, including family, friends and the community. Leanne’s research is developing the use of E-health and technology to offer innovative treatment options for people with brain injury and their families.
Prof Roger Chung – BIA Director
Professor Roger Chung is Professor of Neuroscience and Associate Dean (Research and Higher Degrees Research) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine at Macquarie University. Read more…
Dr Mukesh Haikerwal AC – BIA Director and Acting Executive Officer
Former Federal President of the Australian Medical Association, Dr Haikerwal sustained a severe traumatic brain injury after being assaulted in Melbourne in 2008. Read more…
Dr Suzy Goldsmith – BIA Director
Dr Goldsmith’s professional practice is in risk management and strategy, with a focus on sustainability and innovation. She developed a keen interest in risk and decision-making from her work in environmental engineering, encompassing health and safety concerns. Read more…
Natalie Foley – BIA Director
Natalie brings 30 years of expertise in healthcare research, communication, project management, and education and training, as well as the experience of a parent whose son’s recovery from a “mild” Traumatic Brain Injury was prolonged and complicated.
Samantha Grant – BIA Director
General Manager – Services, Acquired Brain Injury Services
Key personnel:
Dr Mukesh Haikerwal AC – Acting Executive Officer
Charles Mahadogade – Office Manager