title: Neil Edwin Carson. Academic general practitioner, leader and achiever.
abstract: Professor Neil Carson, who is to retire as Chairman of Monash University's Department of Community Medicine at the end of this year, has completed a significant and successful term marked by many achievements. His energy, vision and ability to acquire and channel resources have helped develop a vibrant and productive department. His wise counsel and negotiating skills have led to important achievements for the cause of general practice in both the political sphere and in academic institutions. He was the founder and first president of the Australian Association for Academic General Practice. His impact on medical education, especially for general practice in Australia, has been far reaching.
mesh_terms: D000046:Academic Medical Centers / Q000266:history; D001315:Australia; D003154:Community Medicine / Q000266:history; D005194:Family Practice / Q000266:history*; D049673:History, 20th Century