Pioneer in establishing wound care in the domain of the South African independent nurse practitioner in the late 1970’s early 1980’s whilst in active academia – linking evidence to bedside practice;

 – Established the role of the lay caregiver

in long term/ home-based care and developed a community-based training course to elevate their knowledge base onto a scientific evidenced-based level;

 – Established the concept of nursing team-based care in her PhD that explored nursing care models in a Buddy system to bring the best evidence to the bedside and prevent nurse burn-out still practiced in her clinic.

The Wound Healing Association of Southern Africa thereby recognizes those who have:

• achieved academic excellence and/or who have

• made significant practical contributions and

• enhanced the field of wound care within their communities

žAcademic excellence in wound care:

• Research

• Publications

• Training of Wound Care Professionals

žSocial contribution:

• Wound care clinics

• Hands-on involvement in wound care at the grassroots level

• Training of caregivers

žWHASA membership:

• Contribution on National and Regional levels

• Active Leadership

• Active Membership