After sharing his story with health professionals, students and other stroke survivors, the Picnic Point resident was selected as a finalist in the Stroke Foundation’s 2021 National Stroke Awards in the Improving Life after Stroke Award category.
The 73-year-old suffered a significant stroke in April 2016 and spent four months in hospital.
“I am passionate about sharing my lived experience with stroke and rehabilitation to clinicians of all levels to help improve service delivery for stroke patients in the future,” Brian said.
“The feedback I receive from all these activities clearly indicates I am helping to fulfil knowledge gaps and my input is being applied in a practical way,” he said.
“After many years in the corporate world, I understand and advocate at every opportunity the true value in continuous innovation.”
Stroke Foundation NSW State Manager Rhian Paton-Kelly applauded Brian for incredible efforts to improve the care of stroke survivors.
“Brian’s ongoing dedication and drive to help ease the stroke burden is remarkable,” she said.
The awards recognise incredible individuals in our community – including stroke survivors, carers, volunteers, fundraisers, health professionals and researchers – who assist in making the future brighter for people impacted by stroke.
The Stroke Foundation’s National Stroke Awards recognise incredible individuals in the community who assist in making the future brighter for people impacted by stroke. This includes the stroke survivors, carers, volunteers, fundraisers, health professionals and researchers who are relentless in their mission to enhance recovery and make a real difference.
Almost 70 people have been nominated for the awards across six categories with the winners announced at a virtual ceremony on Wednesday, May 5.
