Tracey Thomson is a qualified dietitian. She has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Movement and a Master of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Tracey’s career has been defined by a commitment to strengthening Australia’s health workforce and improving outcomes for communities. Tracey has extensive experience spanning workforce reform, strategic policy and service delivery. She brings both vision and practical expertise to the role.
Tracey’s role as the Chief Allied Health Officer includes supporting the Australian Government to:
- raise awareness of the role and value of allied health care in Australia
- build and strengthen engagement with the allied health sector
- promote inclusion of allied health in relevant policies, programs and reforms within the primary care sector and health system more broadly.
The role complements the work of the Chief Medical Officer, the Chief Nurse, the Chief Midwife, and the National Rural Health Commissioner.
Allied health professionals play essential roles in primary care and in the prevention, management and treatment of chronic disease across Australia. They represent more than a quarter of the health workforce.