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Our Specialists Our Technologists Our Nursing Team Our Physics Team Our Admin Team Our Specialists Name: Prof Louise Emmett Position(s): Director of Theranostics & Nuclear Medicine department Associate Professor in Medicine (UNSW)/ Clinical research lead Garvan Institute of Medical Research Qualification(s): BhB, MBChB, FRACP, MD, FAANMS Professional Associations: RACP, AANMS Bio: Prof Louise Emmett is the Director of Theranostics and nuclear medicine at St Vincent's Sydney, a conjoint professor (medicine) University of New South Wales and clinical research leader at Garvan Institute of Medicine Research. She undertook her medical undergraduate training in Auckland, New Zealand, prior to completing her specialty training in Nuclear Medicine in Sydney, and a post specialty fellowship (Nuclear Cardiology) in Toronto, Canada in 2001. She has a strong interest in research, having completed a Doctorate of Medicine ( Nuclear Cardiology) in 2012. She commenced work in Nuclear Medicine and PET at St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney in 2012, and has since initiated radio-pharmacy production of multiple imaging and therapy tracers on the St Vincent's campus for clinical and research evaluation of cancer. She is heavily involved in multidisciplinary cancer research in Australia, including both imaging and therapy. She is the principal investigator of a number of prospective randomised national trials currently open around Australia. Prof Emmett is also involved in translational work, working with biotech companies to bring potentially exciting new theranostic agents into the clinic with phase one clinical trials ↑ Back To Top Name: Prof Nicholas Pocock Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Physician Professor in Medicine (UNSW) Qualification(s): MB, BS, MD, FRACP Professional Associations: RACP, AANMS, ANZSNM Bio: Dr.Pocock graduated in medicine from Sydney University in 1978. In 1987 he became a Fellow of the RACP and in 1989 gained his Doctorate in Medicine. He is a Senior Staff Specialist in the Department of Nuclear Medicine at St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst and Associate Professor at the University of NSW. Dr Pocock’s interests include the epidemiology and diagnostic measurements used in osteoporosis, and his work has resulted in over 110 publications.He is currently a member of the ANZBMS, OA and IOF scientific Advisory committees and the RANZCR Densitometry advisory Committee. ↑ Back To Top Name: Dr Lyn Chan Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Physician Qualification(s): FRACP, MBBS (Hons 1) Professional Associations: RACP, AANMS, ANZSNM Bio: Dr. Chan received her medical degree from the University of Sydney and graduated with Honours in 1994. She commenced physician training at Concord Hospital in 1996 and specialist training in Nuclear Medicine in 1998 at St Vincent’s and Wollongong Hospitals. She has been a staff specialist at St Vincent’s Hospital since 2006 and Wollongong Hospital since 2002. Special interests include PET/CT in oncology, therapy, cardiac, thyroid and bone imaging. She has published and spoken on PET/CT, bone and SPECT/CT imaging. Other languages spoken include Cantonese and Malay. ↑ Back To Top Name: Dr Bao Ho Position(s): Radiologist Nuclear Medicine Physician Qualification(s): MBBS, FRANZCR Professional Associations: FRANZCR, AANMS, ANZCTCA, ESGAR, ESMRMB Bio: Dr. Bao Ho is an experienced dual-qualified radiologist and nuclear medicine PET specialist, working in both theranostics and medical imaging departments at St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney. He is an active member of the multidisciplinary team, working closely with the Kinghorn Cancer Centre, the Garvan Institute and the University of NSW. He has subspecialty interests in advanced MRI and PET oncological imaging, theranostics and research especially in prostate, uroradiology and head and neck cancers. ↑ Back To Top Name: Dr Andrew Nguyen Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Physician Qualification(s): FRACP, MBBS Professional Associations: RACP, AANMS Bio: Dr Andrew Nguyen is a senior staff specialist at St Vincent’s Hospital Department of Theranostics and Nuclear Medicine in Sydney. He has years of experience in molecular imaging and therapy, with specialty interests in functional neuroimaging for dementia, and in prostate and thyroid Theranostics. Dr Nguyen is a keen educator and currently a Conjoint Senior Lecturer at St Vincent’s Clinical School, UNSW Medicine. He is also a RACP appointed member on the Committee for Joint College Training in Nuclear Medicine (Research Lead). ↑ Back To Top Name: Dr Jonathan Lee Position(s): Radiologist Qualification(s): MBBS, FRANZCR Professional Associations: FRANZCR Bio: Dr Jonathan Lee is a graduate of the University of New South Wales and is a dual qualified Radiologist and Nuclear Medicine Specialist. Jonathan completed radiology training through the Southern Radiology Network including St Vincent's, Prince of Wales and St George Hospitals. He subsequently undertook two years of advanced training in nuclear medicine at Royal North Shore and St Vincent’s Hospitals. He has a keen interest in multi-modality oncology imaging including advanced MRI and PET. ↑ Back To Top Name: Dr Victor Liu Position(s): Radiologist Qualification(s): MBBS, FRANZCR Professional Associations: FRANZCR Bio: Dr Liu is a graduate of the University of Melbourne and is a dual qualified Radiologist/Nuclear Medicine Specialist. Victor successfully completed his Radiology training at St George hospital and 2 year Nuclear Medicine Advanced Trainee-ship at St Vincent Hospital in Sydney and Royal North Shore Hospital. ↑ Back To Top Name: Dr William Counter Position(s): Senior Resident Medical Officer Qualification(s): MD, PhD Bio: Dr William received his Medical Degree from The University of Sydney in 2018. He received his PhD in Medical Physics from McMaster University in Canada in 2013. Before joining the team at St Vincent's Hospital, he worked in Intensive Care at Manning Base Hospital in Taree. William has a keen interest in Medical Imaging and Radiation Physics. ↑ Back To Top Our Technologists Name: Adam Hickey Position(s): Chief Medical Radiation Scientist Qualification(s): BAppSc, MHSM Professional Associations: ANZSNM Bio: Adam is the Chief Medical Radiation Scientist of the department, commencing his service at St. Vincent's Hospital in 2002. Adam graduated from Charles Sturt University with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Nuclear Medicine Technology) in 2000 and was awarded a Master of Health Services Administration in 2013. Adam led the introduction of the PET service within the department in 2007 and was integral in several research projects regarding new PET prostate imaging tracers and PET imaging technique. ↑ Back To Top Name: Shikha Sharma Position(s): Section Manager (PET) Qualification(s): BSc Professional Associations: ANZSNM Bio: Shikha is a compassionate professional who strives for excellence in service delivery and patient care. She is a dedicated leader and is responsible for the PET team within the department. ↑ Back To Top Name: Maria Ayers Position(s): Section Manager (Theranostics and Nuclear Medicine) Qualification(s): DipAppSc (Nuclear Medicine), PostGradDip (Medical Ultrasound), Diagnostic CT Certification Professional Associations: RAINS, SNMMI, ANZSNM Bio: Maria joined the team at St. Vincent's Hospital in January 2021. With 28 years clinical experience working in Nuclear Medicine, PET, CT and DEXA and 10 years Ultrasound experience, Maria is responsible for the Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics section within the department. Maria is a dedicated Medical Radiation Scientist who is passionate about Nuclear Medicine and excited to be involved in the emerging world of Theranostics. Maria considers this precision medicine to be so important as it presents a chance to change people's lives and improve their quality of life. In Maria's spare time, she enjoys the outdoors and has a passion for travel and wildlife photography. ↑ Back To Top Name: Joanne Keane Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Technologist Qualification(s): BAppSci, BEd Professional Associations: ANZSNM Bio: Joanne has been working in the field of Nuclear Medicine for over 25 years. Joanne has a Bachelor of Applied Science from Sydney University majoring in Nuclear Medicine as well as a Bachelor of Education from Macquarie University. Joanne is an avid gym goer who actively promotes the benefits of exercise to her colleagues. ↑ Back To Top Name: Aron Poole Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Technologist Radiopharmaceutical Scientist Qualification(s): BSc, MAppSci Professional Associations: ANZSNM, ACPSEM Bio: Aron studied Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne, before studying Medical Radiation Science in Sydney. He worked at several sites in Victoria and NSW before settling at St. Vincent's Sydney, and recently completed post-graduate study in Radiopharmaceutical Sciences. He has an interest in chemistry, radiopharmaceutical manufacture, and quality. ↑ Back To Top Name: Amanda Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Technologist Qualification(s): BSc Professional Associations: ANZSNM Bio: Amanda has studied at the University of Sydney and is an active member of the Theranostics & Nuclear Medicine Team. Amanda seeks better patient outcomes by ensuring staff are continually performing at the highest possible standards. ↑ Back To Top Name: Ashley Blanksby Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Technologist Qualification(s): B.MRS/p> Professional Associations: ANZSNM Bio: Ashley studied Medical Radiation Science at the University of Sydney and completed her undergraduate studies in 2011. Since then, Ashley has been working at St. Vincent’s Hospital and is currently responsible for coordinating iodine-131 ablation therapies done at the hospital. When Ashley is not working with the department, she enjoys spending time with her young family. ↑ Back To Top Name: Sharon Chan Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Technologist Qualification(s): BSc/p> Professional Associations: ANZSNM Bio: Sharon studied Medical Radiation Science at the University of Sydney and she completed her studies in 2008. Upon graduating, Sharon joined the department and has since proven to be a hard-working, energetic, enthusiastic member of the team. ↑ Back To Top Name: Holly Cairncross Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Technologist Qualification(s): B.MRS/p> Professional Associations: ANZSNM Bio: ↑ Back To Top Name: Alex Ihlow Position(s): Nuclear Medicine Technologist Qualification(s): B.MRS/p> Professional Associations: ANZSNM Bio: Alex is most recent addition to the department, having recently completed his professional development year (PDY) at St. Vincent’s Hospital. Alex has many interests including snowboarding and etc. ↑ Back To Top Our Nursing Team Name: Arleen Ison Position(s): Registered Nurse Qualification(s): BNurse/p> Bio: Arleen has been working as a registered nurse for twelve years has a very lively and a larger-than-life personality. When Arleen is not at work she is enjoying her spare time with her family, her church, eating good food and doing gardening. ↑ Back To Top Name: Stella Ramos Position(s): Registered Nurse Qualification(s): BNurse/p> Bio: Stella is from the Philippines and finished her Bachelor of Nursing twice: once in the Philippines and once in Australia. Stella can be found around the department usually with a big smile (even if she is wearing a mask). ↑ Back To Top Our Physics Team Name: Dr Enid Eslick Position(s): Senior Medical Physics Specialist Qualification(s): BAppSc (Physics), BSc (hons) , MMedPhys, PhD Professional Associations: ACPSEM, ANZSNM Bio: Dr Enid joined the department in 2021 and leads the medical physics team. Enid brings a variety of skills and expertise from various professional working environments e.g., hospital, industry and academia. Enid's first experience as a medical physicist was working as a junior medical physicist in Radiation Oncology (Royal Prince Alfred Hospital) and she later switched fields to Nuclear Medicine through her postdoctoral research at the University of Sydney, Northern Clinical School. She has worked as a medical physicist at Royal North Shore Hospital where she was involved in quantitative imaging development and applications for radionuclide therapy, including dosimetry, and also the assessment of radiation safety in new therapies. Enid has extensive experience working in imaging and therapy clinical trials in Nuclear Medicine having worked at GenesisCare CRO Nuclear Medicine and Central Imaging Services, Sirtex Medical Pty ltd, Clarity Pharmaceuticals Ltd, and Oncosil Medical Ltd. Aisde from her work , Enid also enjoys being a mother of 3! ↑ Back To Top Name: Takanori Hioki Position(s): Medical Physics Registrar Qualification(s): BSc (hons) Professional Associations: ACPSEM Bio: Taka graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science (Physics and Chemistry), later obtaining a first Class Honours in Chemistry at the University of Sydney. He began his Doctor of philosophy in physics in 2018 at the University of Sydney in collaboration with the Bill Walsh Translational Cancer Research Laboratory and the Royal North Shore Nuclear Medicine Department. The research involved the use of a novel Theranostics modality to study its radiobiological effects in vitro. Taka recently joined the St Vincent's Theranostics and Nuclear Medicine Department in 2022 as a medical Physics Registrar, and will be completing his ACPSEM TEAP Training in Diagnostic Imaging Physics for the next three years. ↑ Back To Top Our Admin Team Name: Mita Choudhry Position(s): Administration Manager Bio: Mita is an Administration Manager in Theranostics and Nuclear Medicine department. With twelve years of working experience in the health sector, she believes health care creates a special place in her heart to embrace more than just a job. She is passionate about her work and always thrives to improve in patient care. ↑ Back To Top Name: Andrew Position(s): Admin Team Member Qualification(s): BA Hons (Mixed Media) Bio: Andrew moved to Australia in 2012 after working for fifteen years in Oncology Research at the Royal Marsden Hospital, London with the late Professor Martin E. Gore CBE. Hailing from the beautiful and rugged North Devon coast of England his varied interests include opera, post-war contemporary ceramics, off-grid camping, gardening and his four guinea pigs. ↑ Back To Top Name: Sana Position(s): Admin Team Member Bio: Sana joined the Theranostics & Nuclear Medicine team in 2014 as a booking officer. She enjoys providing excellent customer service to all our patients while booking and planning their scans/treatments. Sana loves to travel and bake yummy treats for her family and friends. ↑ Back To Top Name: Giannina Gerard Position(s): Admin Team Member Qualification(s): BMkt Bio: Giannina Gigi" studied Medicine for five years in her home city of Lima, Peru before moving to Australia in 2007 to study a Degree in Marketing. Gigi has been working at St Vincent’s Hospital for five years and she loves being part of the Theranostics & Nuclear Medicine Team. Gigi passionate about the arts, weekends away with the family and dancing. ↑ Back To Top Name: Nora Position(s): Admin Team Member Bio: Nora is a recent addition to the Theranostics & Nuclear Medicine Team. Nora is passionate about working in healthcare and helping people. Nora's personal interests include animals, travelling and meeting new people. ↑ Back To Top