Noel Hayman

Associate Professor Noel Hayman is a prominent Indigenous health expert and advocate affiliated with The University of Queensland. He has dedicated over 27 years to advancing healthcare and policy for Indigenous Australians through clinical leadership at the Inala Indigenous Health Service, where he trains Indigenous doctors, pediatric trainees, specialists, and GP Registrars. His work has expanded the center from 12 to over 6,000 patients, establishing it as a national model for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander primary care.

• Education: Diploma in Applied Science (1977), Bachelor of Applied Science (1979), Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (1990), Master of Public Health (1997)

Hayman’s research focuses on Indigenous health, health economics, rural health services, and policy development. His career spans leadership roles in the Close the Gap Program, the Australian Primary Health Care Strategy, and national health councils. His work emphasizes community-driven solutions and systemic equity improvements.

Notable awards include the 2011 Queensland Australian of the Year, Centenary Medal (2008), Indigenous Community Impact Award (2017), and the Royal Australian College of Physicians’ College Medal (2010). He is a Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine (FAFPHM), Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP), and Royal Australasian College of General Practice (FRACGP).