A candid reflection on leadership, medicine, and higher education in Australia.Richard Larkins, a prominent figure in Australian academia and medicine, shares his personal journey and insights gained over a distinguished career.
From his early days in medicine to his leadership roles at the University of Melbourne and Monash University, Larkins reflects on the challenges and triumphs of navigating complex organizations. He offers a unique perspective on medical education, research, and the ever-evolving landscape of tertiary education. Discover the philosophy that guided his decisions and the lessons learned along the way. This is a story of personal growth, professional dedication, and a commitment to shaping the future of Australian institutions. Perfect for academics, medical professionals, and anyone interested in leadership and higher education.
Emeritus Professor Richard G. Larkins, AORichard Graeme Larkins was born in Melbourne in 1943. He graduated as the top medical graduate at the University of Melbourne in 1966. He was awarded a PhD by the University of London in 1974. His career since then has encompassed clinical medicine, specialising in diabetes and endocrinology, clinical and laboratory research, medical education at under?graduate and post?graduate levels, medical and university leadership. He has held many senior academic and leadership roles including James Stewart Professor of Medicine at the University of Melbourne, dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences at the University of Melbourne and vice-chancellor and president of Monash University. In addition, he has been chair of the National Health and Medical Research Council, president of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, chair of Universities Australia and chair of both the Medical School and Specialist Education Accreditation Committee of the Australian Medical Council. He has been a member of the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderlc%
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