A long term resident of the Bay of Plenty, Neil is passionate not only about improving access to care for those most in need, but also providing the governance to make the most impact with the resources available. In 2015, he was a recipient of the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Award for Outstanding Service in Prevention of Blindness. Neil is active in Governance, aware of its importance in stewarding resources to achieve purpose. He is a Chartered Member of the New Zealand Institute of Directors. His experiences in health have led him to understand that growing healthy communities starts with enabling women.
