David was appointed as Chief Medical Officer at Peter Mac in 2013, having previously held positions as Executive Director Clinical Services and Director of the Melanoma and Skin Service. David was intimately involved in the conception, design and build of Peter Mac’s Melbourne headquarters, helping to deliver a purpose-designed facility for patients with cancer.

David is a practicing clinician working in the Breast and Melanoma and Skin services at Peter Mac, and in private practice. He has more than 20 years’ experience in both of these specialities.

David is the State Clinical Director of BreastScreen Victoria and Chair of BreastScreen Victoria’s Quality and Accreditation Committee and a member of the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia (COSA) Council representing melanoma and surgical oncology groups.

David is actively involved in teaching programs for medical, nursing and allied health students from undergraduate to postgraduate levels. He sits on numerous government advisory, NHMRC guideline, and optimal cancer care pathway committees and is currently Deputy Chair of the NHMRC non-melanoma skin cancer guidelines committee.

In 2022, David received the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for service to medicine, particularly cancer treatment.

David is a firm supporter of patient-centered care. He strongly believes that a strong connection between the patient, the patient’s family and their entire treating team is vital in obtaining the best outcomes for patients with cancer.