TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dr. Keeth Mayakaduwage, a distinguished researcher and resident medical officer at Monash Health, has been awarded the prestigious AMA Women’s Health Award for his outstanding contributions to advancing stillbirth prevention and antenatal care.
Presented at the AMA24 national conference on the Gold Coast, Dr. Mayakaduwage was recognized for his groundbreaking research conducted in collaboration with Safer Care Victoria and the Stillbirth Centre of Research Excellence. His work has significantly enriched Australia’s understanding of stillbirth complexities and emphasized the critical role of evidence-based practices in maternal health.
In response to receiving the award, Dr. Mayakaduwage expressed deep gratitude, attributing the honor to the collaborative efforts of dedicated individuals and organizations committed to enhancing women’s health.
Highlighting the urgency of his research, Dr. Mayakaduwage emphasized Australia’s high stillbirth rates despite its reputation for safe childbirth. He underscored the ongoing need for extensive research, advocacy, and policy development to improve outcomes for women nationwide.
AMA President Professor Steve Robson hailed Dr. Mayakaduwage’s dedication, acknowledging his pivotal role in international and national women’s health committees. He commended Dr. Mayakaduwage’s commitment to reducing preventable stillbirths through meticulous research and leadership in the evaluation of initiatives like the Safer Baby Bundle.
Dr. Mayakaduwage, born in Sri Lanka and educated at Monash University, has garnered multiple awards for his research excellence, including the Perinatal Society of Australia and New Zealand (PSANZ) Best New Investigator Award and the Monash Health Service Excellence Award.
