The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) Foundation is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Professor Glenn Bowes AO.
A highly regarded thought leader, clinician, and academic, Glenn played an integral role in driving paediatric health outcomes through his work at both the RCH and the University of Melbourne, and was a dedicated member of the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute Board, as well as the RCH Foundation Board for many years.
Glenn’s leadership journey with RCH began in 1991 when he commenced as Director of the newly established Centre for Adolescent Health. Under Glenn’s leadership, the Centre rapidly became a powerhouse of innovation, growing from a handful of individuals to a team of close to 100 staff.
In addition, Glenn held other esteemed positions at the RCH and the University of Melbourne including Chief Medical Officer, Executive Director, The University of Melbourne Stevenson Chair of Paediatrics, Head of the Department of Paediatrics, and both Associate Dean (Advancement) and Deputy Dean within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences.
A passionate supporter of community health, Glenn also played a key role at a number of organisations including the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth), the Paediatric Policy Committee, the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, Lord Somers Camp and Power House, Cystic Fibrosis Association of Victoria, Youth Substance Abuse Service and Very Special Kids Inc.
Ryan Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the RCH Foundation said that Glenn’s commitment to paediatric healthcare has had a remarkable impact within the community.
“Glenn was incredibly passionate about improving the future of children’s healthcare – a mission he worked towards each day, not only as a clinician and academic, but as a member of the RCH Foundation Board,” said Ryan.
“On behalf of the RCH Foundation, we send our heartfelt condolences to his wife Jo, children William, Sarah, Charles, Matthew and Julia and their wider family at this very sad time,” Ryan added.