Julie recently joined SGPT as the Regional Manager of the Eastern region. What better way to get to get to know her than through five minutes of fame in the RLO rant spotlight?
Julie is a true local, "born and bred" in Gippsland. She was born in the now non-existent Traralgon Hospital and has had a number of varied roles in the area since. Before joining SGPT, Julie has had involvement with the Central West Gippsland Division of General Practice, Bass Coast Regional Health, the Victorian Department of Health and Latrobe Community Health Service. Julie lives in Gippsland with her partner Shaun and her two children Alannah and Connor.
When joining SGPT, Julie did not realise how soon she would have to demonstrate her true committment to the role. "I've already had to put my life on the line for this job," says Julie. It was on the final descent of the return flight from the recent GPET convention in Canberra that a lightning bolt hit the plane. Julie recalls that Linda Kruger encouraged her by saying "I'll see you in the afterlife". All we can say is: you thought a lightning strike was bad? Try taking on the RLO rant tough questions of the month. Here's what Julie had to say.
At school I... was a goody two shoes, always doing the right thing.
At home I cook... risotto! And lots of kids stuff.
The last big belly laugh I had was... Bridesmaids (the movie). Great to watch with a group of friends.
My greatest fear is... dying in a plane with Linda Kruger.
The best thing about GP training is... the degree of involvement and interest from experienced GP's, ME's and supervisors. And, of course, working with the fantastic SGPT staff!
