The 2026 WA Health Excellence Awards have recognised the exceptional achievements of health professionals across Western Australia.
From more than 300 nominations and 44 finalists, 13 winners were celebrated for their dedication and unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality and compassionate care to the Western Australian community.
Winners came from a variety of backgrounds and specialties, showcasing the diverse nature of the WA health system.
The 2026 winners are:
- Minister for Health's Award – Dr Maureen Phillips, Senior Medical Practitioner – North Metropolitan Health Service
- Director General's Award – WA's tobacco and vape reforms – Department of Health
- Health Hero Award – Trish Connery, Peri-Operative Coordinator – East Metropolitan Health Service
- Excellence in Preventive Health – WA's tobacco and vape reforms – Department of Health
- Excellence in Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs – Kimberley Mental Health Drug Service – WA Country Health Service, Mental Health Commission
- Excellence in Person-Centred Care – WA Virtual Emergency Department (WAVED) and WAVEDKids – Department of Health, Child and Adolescent Health Service, Health Support Services, North Metropolitan Health Service, South Metropolitan Health Service, WA Country Health Service
- Excellence in Safety and Quality – Peel Health Campus Emergency Access Reform Project – South Metropolitan Health Service
- Excellence in Workplace Wellbeing and Culture – RPH Behaviour Support Team (BeST) – East Metropolitan Health Service
- Excellence in Research and Innovation – Western Australian Wastewater Surveillance Program – Department of Health, PathWest, North Metropolitan Health Service, WA Country Health Service
- Excellence in Sustainability – From pilot to permanent: The Respite Centre – East Metropolitan Health Service
- Excellence in Aboriginal Health – Community health Aboriginal health team – Child and Adolescent Health Service
- Excellence in Rural and Remote Health Care – WACHS Trial Centre – WA Country Health Service
- Excellence in Caring for Older People – Time to Think – Department of Health.
Congratulations to all the winners!
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