When Susan Parry was growing up in the 1960s, she was discouraged from becoming a doctor. She prevailed and went on to hold senior clinical roles including Head of Gastroenterology at Middlemore Hospital.
She helped to establish the National Bowel Screening Programme.
Earlier this year she became an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to her chosen field.
Dr Susan Parry talks to Kathryn Ryan about her proudest achievements and the importance of work-life balance.
Dr Susan Parry ONZM Photo: SUPPLIED/Health New Zealand
