Dr Norman Swan AM FAHMS is one of Australia’s most respected physician-journalists, recognised for making complex medical science understandable to millions. After training as a physician and paediatrician, he transitioned into journalism, dedicating more than four decades to evidence-based health reporting through ABC Radio, television, podcasts, documentaries, and bestselling books. His work has shaped public understanding of healthcare, influenced policy discussions, and elevated medical journalism as a cornerstone of informed democratic society.

