Professor Wallace is one of Australia’s leading clinical academics in obstetrics and gynaecology with a sustained research record spanning 20 years. Through his leadership roles at Monash University, MIMR-PHI Medical Research Institute, and Monash Health he has sought to advance discovery and clinical research in perinatal medicine with a vision for better healthcare and better pregnancy outcomes. He has been a champion for research training of young clinicians and for improvements in clinical care through workforce education. He continues to advise government on healthcare provision and delivery for maternity services.