NSLHD finalists in allied health awards Two outstanding NSLHD professionals have been named finalists in the NSW Health 2025
practice,” she said. Christy El-Khoury joined Royal North Shore Hospital after completing her pharmacy internship in 2023. She has quickly distinguished herself through her leadership in a district-wide penicillin allergy de-labelling project, aiming to optimise patient outcomes and improve antimicrobial stewardship. As one of NSW’s Advanced Pharmacy Australia Foundation Pharmacy Residents, she is expanding her clinical expertise while driving hospital wide improvements. “Hearing that I was a finalist was an incredible surprise and an honour. It’s wonderful to see pharmacists recognised for their contributions,” she said. Julia Capper, Executive Director, Allied Health, NSLHD Executive Unit, said it was a fantastic achievement to have finalists in these awards. “We are so fortunate to have such amazing allied health team members,” she said.
Excellence in Allied Health Awards. Dr Sally Wootton,physiotherapist, is a finalist for Allied Health Professional of the Year, while Christy El-Khoury, Pharmacist, is a finalist for Early Career Allied Health Professional of the Year. These prestigious awards celebrate the dedication and exceptional care provided by NSW allied health professionals. Dr Sally Wootton, a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist at NSLHD and Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney, is a leading clinician-researcher in pulmonary rehabilitation. With over 40 publications and contributions to international guidelines, her research has transformed respiratory care, including Australia’s first mobile pulmonary rehabilitation platform. “Being a finalist is a great honour and a testament to my incredible team. Our focus is on ensuring all patients receive the best care through innovation and evidence-based
Dr Sally Wootton
Christy El-Khoury
NSLHD NEWS | ISSUE 2| 14 FEBRUARY 2025
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