Cancer Council Victoria
Maria Bechelli is an experienced professional in the healthcare sector, currently serving as the Manager of Patient Recruitment Services and Project Manager for the IMProving Access to Clinical Trials (ImpACT) initiative at Cancer Council Victoria. With a focus on utilizing Artificial Intelligence to improve patient selection processes, Maria has previously managed Information Services at BreastScreen Victoria, overseeing data extraction, analysis, and a team of information managers. Notable roles at Cancer Council Victoria include Patient Recruitment Services Manager, where Maria developed and implemented recruitment strategies while ensuring ethical compliance. Maria’s early career includes significant positions at Clínica Bazterrica as an Attending Physician and Chief Resident, along with clinical research roles that involved protocol development and data management. Maria holds advanced degrees in Pain Management and Internal Medicine.
Cancer Council Victoria
A not-for-profit organization, Cancer Council Victoria has played a leading and holistic role in cancer control for more than 80 years. Independent of government, they rely on community and business support to fulfill their mission of preventing cancer, empowering patients, and saving lives.