The Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) proudly supports World Ovarian Cancer Day, a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about ovarian cancer — the most lethal of the female cancers, often diagnosed late due to the absence of reliable screening tests.
The Queensland Medical Women's Society is proud to support the 2025 Mother’s Day Classic — a heartfelt event where communities unite to honour those affected by breast and ovarian cancer while raising funds for life-saving research. Join thousands at South Bank on Sunday, 11 May 2025, to walk, run, and stand stronger together for women's health.
The Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) proudly supports Breaking the Cycle: Preventing Fistula Worldwide — a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about obstetric fistula, a devastating childbirth injury caused by prolonged, obstructed labor without access to timely medical care. This event emphasises the urgent need for equitable maternal healthcare, prevention strategies, and support for affected women and girls.
Refugee Week 2025, held from June 15 to June 21, celebrates the theme Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community, highlighting the strength found in inclusive communities that welcome and support refugees. The Queensland Medical Women’s Society proudly supports this initiative, raising awareness of refugee experiences, honouring their contributions, and promoting compassion, understanding, and action towards creating a more inclusive society.
Join QMWS at AMA Queensland's Women in Medicine Breakfast(Townsville) for a powerful morning of connection, inspiration, and action. Embracing the 2025 International Women's Day theme, #AcceleratedAction, this event will spark conversations on championing women in medicine, leadership pathways, and advancing gender equality.
Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week 2025, held from 1 to 5 September, is Australia’s largest event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of women, girls, and gender-diverse people. The Queensland Medical Women's Society is proud to support this important initiative, which aligns with its mission to empower women with knowledge and advocate for better health outcomes.
Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) is proud to support the 33rd Medical Women’s International Association (MWIA) Triennial Congress, taking place from October 12-14, 2025, at the Hilton Grand Nile Hotel in Cairo, Egypt. This global event will bring together medical professionals to explore solutions for women’s health and equity under the theme "One Humanity: Health Solutions through Our Partnerships."
The Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action on November 17 highlights a global movement to end cervical cancer through prevention, screening, and treatment. The Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) proudly supports this initiative, championed by the World Health Organization (WHO), with Australia on track to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem by 2035.
The 2024 QMWS Christmas Party brought together members and friends at the stunning riverside venue Medley to celebrate a year of achievements and welcome the festive season with delicious canapés, drinks, and joyful camaraderie. Highlights included celebrating the 2024 QMWS Bursary Recipients and sharing an evening of inspiration and connection.
The Queensland Medical Women’s Society August Dinner was an inspiring evening featuring Dr. Clare Boothroyd’s insightful presentation on balancing careers and fertility, which sparked meaningful discussions among attendees. Dr. Chloe Hang also shared exciting updates on the upcoming QMWS Centennial celebrations, making the event both forward-looking and deeply connected to our Society’s legacy.
The Queensland Medical Women’s Society was fortunate to host a Sunset Tea Mentor Mixer in July 2024 at the Collective in Palm Beach. If you’re interested in attending our next mixer as a mentor, please reach out to the QMWS Student Representative Coordinator on [email protected].
Join the Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) for our Annual General Meeting and dinner on Thursday, 27th February 2025, at the United Services Club in Spring Hill. We encourage female doctors to nominate for the 2025 committee and invite new members to join QMWS as we plan for an impactful year ahead.
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Queensland Medical Women's Society Christmas Cocktail Party, where holiday cheer meets professional camaraderie. Celebrate the season with your fellow medical professionals, enjoy a night filled with laughter, and toast to the achievements of our incredible 2024 bursary recipients. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to connect, unwind, and revel in the festive spirit!
Queensland Medical Women’s Society invites members and guests to join us on Thursday the 29th of August 2024 for our next Dinner Meeting event. Our special guest speaker will be Dr Clare Boothroyd who will be discussing 'Medical Women- Balancing Career and Fertility'! Tickets available NOW via Humanitix.
Experience a Day of Empowerment at Sunset Tea Mentoring! On July 13th, participants will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, connect with seasoned professionals, and gain insights to navigate their medical journey.
Doctors Health in Queensland (DHQ) are excited to announce their 2024 Passion Beyond Medicine exhibition at the Woolloongabba Art Gallery on the first weekend of June! The exhibition will be showcasing inspirations and influences promoting wellbeing for our health professionals, with the opportunity to meet like minded individuals and artists at the opening night on Crazysocks4docs Day Friday the 7th June.
Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) invites members and guests to join us on Thursday the 30th of May 2024 for our next Dinner Meeting event. Our special guest speaker will be Dr Susan Roberts, who will be discussing perinatal mental health in a changing world. Tickets live now!
The Queensland Medical Women's Society is excited to have a team in this year's Mother's Day Classic. The Mother's Day Classic is going even further than before, by making ovarian cancer research another core focus for the first time ever. To join the QMWS team register via the online portal(connect to Queensland Medical Womens Society 16240) and get excited to have some serious fun!
QMWS is proud to announce our first mentor mixer for 2024 - 'Mentoring with a view'! This event will be held at 3pm on the 2nd of March 2024 at Lovewell Cafe in Mount Gravatt. For more information, please contact the QMWS Student Representative Coordinator on [email protected].
The Queensland Medical Women's Society invites you to our Annual General Meeting on Thursday the 22nd of February 2024, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, at the exquisite United Services Club. We are extremely excited to announce our speaker - A/Prof Catherine McDougall, Queensland Health Chief Medical Officer. Thank you to our kind sponsor Avant!
Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with your fellow medical professionals! The Queensland Medical Women's Society invites you to our spectacular Christmas Cocktail Party on November 26th, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the exquisite Medley Kangaroo Point. Thank you to our kind sponsor - Queensland XRay!
Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) invites members and guests to join us on 31 August 2023 for our next Dinner Meeting event. Our special guest speaker will be Dominique Lamb. Book your ticket today!
QMWS is proud to announce our 'Walk & Talk' mentor mixer on the 26th of August 2023 - at Brisbane River in Southbank.
Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) invites members and guests to join us on the first Mentor Mixer on the 24th of June 2023. Featuring three phenomenal female leaders; Dr Ira van der Steenstraten, Dr Emmily Bueno de Mesquita & Dr Fiona Raciti.
Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) invites members and guests to join us on 23 May 2023 for our next Dinner Meeting event. Our special guest speaker will be Dr Johanna Skinner. Book your ticket today!
Queensland Medical Women's Society (QMWS) invites members to join us on Thursday, 23rd February 2023 for our 2023 AGM including a dinner with a special guest speaker to be announced (members and guests).
QMWS warmly invite you to join us for a celebration of 2022.
QMWS warmly invites you to our August Dinner Event. Please note this has been changed to an online-only event. We are delighted that Associate Professor Alka Kothari will present ‘Domestic… Read More »August Dinner Meeting: Domestic Violence – the tip of the iceberg
QMWS invites you to our May Dinner Event. We are delighted that Dr Kim Hansen will present 'Leading from the Front - An emergency physician's journey through COVID-19. working in the front… Read More »May Dinner Meeting – Leading from the Front with Dr Kim Hansen
QMWS warmly invite you to join us for our first dinner event for 2022! Due to timing coinciding with the anticipated COVID-19 Omicron peak case numbers in Brisbane, the event… Read More »“The Best of our Committee” & 2022 AGM – February Meeting
Join us on November 28 to reflect on 2021 and ‘look to the future’ at the beautiful riverside Medley Cafe at Kangaroo Point. Don’t miss out! Get your ticket via… Read More »2021 Christmas Party
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