Management Team
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Simon Barker- Chief Executive OfficerSimon is an experienced senior executive who has been working with healthcare professionals and companies in Tasmania for 17 years. He also established and managed his own medical recruitment business for 5 years prior to successfully negotiating its sale. Simon was instrumental in the significant growth of TasIVF and it achieving the Telstra Tasmanian Business of the Year, then subsequent acquisition by the ASX listed Virtus Health Group. In addition to his most recent role as the Managing Director for Tasmania with Virtus Health, he was also a member of its Senior Executive Team overseeing its clinics across Australia, Asia and EuropeMaureen Eadie- General Manager, Day ProgramsMaureen is a registered Psychologist who coordinates the inpatient and outpatient programs across the organisation. Maureen has 30 years’ experience in both the private sector and government, working in a range of clinical roles. Her academic background includes Psychology, Diploma of Education, Post graduate in Couples Counselling and a graduate in Public Sector Management.Kate Beven- General Manager of People and CultureKate Beven (General Manager of People and Culture) has over 15 years’ experience primarily in Human Resources but also in general and project management across a range of sectors. Kate holds a Bachelor of Business, a Masters in International Business and a Masters in (Science) leadership.Patrick Lilwall- General Manager, Corporate ServicesPatrick brings over 30-years' experience driving organisational wide digital strategy and transformation in the commercial and human services sectors. He has run his own consulting practice as well as he spent many years in the commercial sectors, he also brings extensive healthcare background having worked in large scale Aged Care (residential and community), Disability Services, Hospitals, Palliative Care, Therapeutic Family, and Community Services. With an understanding and a passion for the Health & Human Services Sector, Patrick is excited about the opportunity to contribute to the leadership and growth of the Hobart Clinic Association and the overall contribution to the Tasmanian community.Dr Hannah Lake- Clinical DirectorHannah graduated in medicine from Monash University and trained as a junior doctor at the Royal Hobart Hospital. She entered training as a Psychiatry Registrar after developing an interest in the intersect between psychiatry and general medicine. Hannah recently returned from two years in Melbourne where she worked in the Department of Neuropsychiatry at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. Hannah has an interest in organic brain disorders including young onset dementias and other neurodegenerative disorders including multiple sclerosis, encephalopathies, and Huntington’s Disease. In addition to her role at The Hobart Clinic, Hannah is currently employed in old age psychiatry within the Tasmanian Health Service.