The WCMICS team
Kathy Quade
WCMICS Program Director
(03) 8559 9070
BNSc, GC-TRNSPRC, GradDipParamedSc, MHA
Kathy (she/her) excels in operational management, critical thinking, and strategic leadership. With extensive experience in program management, she ensures successful execution of quality improvement and service redesign initiatives, driving project success through innovative solutions and impactful leadership.
Ask me about: WCMICS operations, partnerships and collaborations, strategy, cancer reform agenda, working with us.
Dr Dish Herath
WCMICS Clinical Director
MBBS, FRACP
Dr Herath trained as a medical oncologist and nuclear medicine physician. In addition to his role as Clinical Director of WCMICS, he is Head of Cancer Services at Western Health and Chief Medical Information Officer AT Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.
Ask me about: Cancer system reform and clinical leadership.
Michael Barton
WCMICS Deputy Manager
(03) 8559 9062
BSc (Hons) Biochemistry
Michael (he/him) is the Deputy Manager at WCMICS. Combining experience of clinical coding and quality improvement with a science background, he has provided his data-driven, system-level focus to the WCMICS work program since 2011.
Ask me about: Developing project ideas, data interpretation, clinical auditing and health literacy.
Sachi Bajaj
Project Lead
(03) 8559 9065
Ask me about: Solution design, project implementation and service redesign.
Frezsa Fulia
Project Lead
(03) 8559 9066
BBiomedSc, MDiet
Frezsa (she/her) is a dynamic project lead at WCMICS, showcasing expertise in process improvement methodologies into cancer supportive and survivorship care initiatives across WCMICS health services. Frezsa’s blend of clinical experience, project management skills, and creativity enables the development of tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of people affected by cancer.
Ask me about: Cancer survivorship, supportive care service improvement, research and strategy development.
Tara Gannon
Project Lead
(03) 8559 8560
Ask me about: Solution design, project implementation and service redesign.
Maddison Gray
WCMICS Communications and Engagement Lead
(03) 8559 8342
BMedComm
As Communications Lead of WCMICS, Maddison (she/her) enjoys crafting compelling narratives and fostering strong connections. With a background in strategic communication and a passion for storytelling, Maddison drives engagement through various channels, ensuring consistent messaging and brand representation.
Ask me about: Stakeholder engagement, communications consultation, design.
Jannelle Lay
Project Lead
BBMed, MPH
Jannelle (she/her) serves as a dynamic Project Lead at WCMICS. With a diverse background encompassing both biomedical and public health domains, Jannelle brings a unique blend of skills to her role. Leveraging her keen insights into health systems and epidemiology, coupled with her proficiency in project management and stakeholder engagement, Jannelle is dedicated to leveraging her expertise to drive impactful quality improvement initiatives and enhancing the wellbeing of people affected by cancer.
Ask me about: Consumer engagement, project management, quality improvement, needs assessment, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities (CALD), LGBTQIA+ communities, data and epidemiology.
David Moloney
VICS Statewide Data Governance and Information Specialist
(03) 98559 9072
BSc (Hons) Math, MSOR
David (he/him) is a Data governance and Information Lead at VICS. David is hosted by WCMICS to assist with the Data and Governance needs of the VICS and plays a crucial role in ensuring the integrity, security, and quality of data within all ICS regions.
Ask me about: Data information, database design, Governance and Mathematics.
Sandra Picken
WCMICS Senior Data Analyst
(03) 8559 8263
BA(Psychology), GradCertAppInfoSys, GCertHumNutr
Sandra (she/her) is the Senior Data Manager at WCMICS. Drawing upon her extensive experience in cancer research and data management, Sandra is passionate about using her knowledge and skills to extract valuable information from complex datasets and presenting it in interesting and meaningful ways. Sandra is committed to delivering valuable data insights to better the experiences and outcomes for cancer patients.
Ask me about: Needs assessment, data analysis and interpretation, reporting initiatives, Optimal Care Pathways (OCP’s), data analysis and reporting, SQL, REDCap, Power BI.
Dilu Rupassara
WCMICS Services Development Manager
(03) 8559 9068
B.Sc. Dual Hons Biology and Psychology, M.Sc. Medical Parasitology, M.Sc. General and Medical Microbiology
Dilu (she/her) is the Cancer Services Improvement Manager at WCMICS. As an Improvement Coach she applies evidence-based strategies to drive improvement programs and practices, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
Ask me about: Implementation Science, strategic management and innovation, project management, stakeholder engagement, statewide and local implementation programs, Optimal Care Pathways (OCP’s), care closer to home models, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by cancer.
Kate Whitehead
Project Lead
(03) 8559 9073
BNurs, GCertHealthProm, CertIVLead&Mgt
Kate (she/her) is an experienced nurse leader, with a passion for improving the efficiency of clinical processes to benefit both the staff and consumers of health services.
Ask me about: Service improvement and redesign, improvement coaching, the WCMICS-West Metro HSP Elective Surgery Recovery & Reform Program, needs assessment, evaluation, stakeholder engagement.
Nurse Joanne
RN, BSN, GCert Onc
Joanne (she/her) is a skilled Registered Nurse specialising in oncology and haematology. Known for her ‘can-do’ approach and passion for patient education, she combines clinical expertise with empathy.
Ask me about: Patient education, nursing workforce education, continuous learning and professional development.