David Brumley at Cachar

Our friends from Australasian Palliative Link International (APLI) inform us that Dr David Brumley, a dear friend of palliative care in India, has been awarded a Medal in the General Division (OAM) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for 2016.

Anil Tandon, Chairman of APLI, writes in the APLI Newsletter:

“The Queen’s Birthday Honours List recognises a diverse range of contributions and service across many fields, and highlights an individual’s significant achievements and service to the community.

David is a most worthy recipient of this award for his outstanding service to palliative care, not just here in Australia but to our friends in neighbouring countries. David was previously secretary of APLI. He has worked for many years teaching palliative care in Malaysia, Vietnam and Japan. He has been an outstanding mentor within Project Hamrahi, leading 4 teams to provide collegial support and teaching at the Cachar Cancer Hospital and Research Centre in Silchar, Assam.”

Congratulations, Dr David Brumley!