Dental professionals named in the King's Birthday 2023 Honours List

Continuing a tradition that began in 1975, this year's The King's Birthday Honours List recognises the significant contribution made by members of the dental profession and industry.   

The ADA warmly congratulates everyone honoured and thanks them for their ongoing service to the profession and to the people of Australia.  

OFFICER (AO) IN THE GENERAL DIVISION

Clinical Associate Professor Sharon LIBERALI (SA)
For distinguished service to special needs dentistry, to infection control practice enhancement, to tertiary education, and to professional organisations.

MEMBER (AM) IN THE GENERAL DIVISION

Dr Karin Jeanette ALEXANDER (SA)
For significant service to dentistry, and to professional bodies.

Dr Pamela Jane GOWER (NSW)
For significant service to dentistry, and to forensic odontology.

Dr Paul John SAMBROOK (SA) 
For significant service to dentistry as a clinician and academic.

Dr Sharonne ZAKS (VIC.)
For significant service to dentistry, and to the arts.

Mr Ian Neville CRAWFORD (VIC.)
For significant service to the dental industry, and to sport.

Mr Graham Michael HALL (TAS.)
For significant service to dentistry as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.

MEDAL (OAM) IN THE GENERAL DIVISION

Dr Sophie BEAUMONT (VIC.)
For service to dentistry.

Mr Peter Clark RYAN (QLD)
For service to dentistry.