Professor Patricia Davidson is a strong researcher and academic leader with an enviable track record of competitive funding, mentorship and peer-reviewed publications. She is the only nurse to win the Eureka prize for mentorship. Previously, she was Dean of the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, the world’s number one nursing school. In 2021 she was the recipient of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health Distinguished Leader Award. She is a global leader in health service development and advocacy, focusing on person-centred care delivery and improving cardiovascular health outcomes for at-risk populations.