Viewed by many of his colleagues as a ‘young elder statesman’ Dr Haikerwal has been recognised for his work in various public roles, including that of commissioner on the National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission, and for his determination to get back to fulfilling his various public roles after being assaulted in 2008. Dr Haikerwal is currently the National Clinical Lead for NEHTA and is playing a pivotal role in e-health reform in Australia.

 

At the Senate enquiry in early 2010 for the Healthcare Identifiers Bill 2010 Dr Haikerwal described himself as an “evangelist for the benefits of the use of modern technologies in the Australian health system”. It is this passion and belief of e-health and the impact it can have in enhancing the safety and quality of healthcare, that Australian Doctor are commending. 

 

Meet Dr Haikerwal and learn more about e-health and the new Healthcare Identifiers Service by accessing http://www.ehealthinfo.gov.au/

 

 

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