Professor Susan Davis

Professor Susan Davis is a true powerhouse and trailblazer in the world of women's health.

As an endocrinologist and clinical researcher, she has dedicated her life to understanding the physiological changes that occur during menopause and the struggles women face during this period. But her work doesn't stop there - she's also an expert on medical and lifestyle interventions for managing menopause, including hormone therapy and the impact of sex hormones on multiple non-reproductive target tissues, such as the brain, cardiovascular system, and more.

As Head of the Monash University Women's Health Research Program, Susan holds a Level 3 NHMRC Investigator Grant. She is a Consultant Endocrinologist and Head of the Women's Endocrine Clinic at the Alfred Hospital Melbourne. She is a Fellow and Council Member of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences. Her research has been pivotal in understanding sex hormones in women, spanning basic science to clinical trials.

Susan is a true champion of women's health, having been one of the founders of Jean Hailes for Women and a past President of the Australasian Menopause Society and the International Menopause Society. She has received numerous national and international prestigious research awards and was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for her distinguished service to medicine and women's health. In 2022, she was awarded the Royal Australasian College of Physicians Medal for her outstanding contribution and leadership in endocrinology and women's health.

As an advisor to the NHS Menopause Improvement Programme Steering Committee and the Australian National Women's Health Strategy 2020-2030, Susan advocates for the best clinical care and co-authors international Best Practice Guidelines. She has also spoken before national and international regulatory bodies as an advocate and advisor.

Susan's dedication and expertise are truly awe-inspiring, and her work is transforming how we approach women's health.