A message from Dr Christine Bennett - MBF's Chief Medical Officer

"Our unhealthy habits and lifestyle choices are causing 50% of today's health problems. MBF is committed to arming its members with the best information and tools to help improve their health and wellness."

Dr Christine Bennett's Bio

Dr Christine Bennett was appointed as Chief Medical Officer of Bupa Australia* in June 2008. Prior to that she was MBF's Group Executive, Health and Financial Solutions and Chief Medical Officer since 1 May 2006.

Dr Bennett has over 25 years of health industry experience in clinical care, strategic planning and senior management. Prior to joining MBF Dr Bennett was the CEO of Research Australia and she has held chief executive positions in public, private and social enterprises including Chief Executive at Westmead - Australia's largest teaching hospital.

Dr Bennett also has experience as a commercial consultant and advisor in health and biotech industries for KPMG Australia, is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and on the board of HeartWare, a publicly listed medical device company.

Dr Bennett has an active commitment to and involvement in medical professional issues, social policy and medical research.

In February 2008, Dr Bennett was appointed by the Prime Minister Kevin Rudd to be Chair of the National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission that will provide advice to governments on a long term blue print for the future of the Australian health system.

Read more from Dr Christine Bennett and our sponsorship of the healthy living segment on Mornings with Kerri-Anne Kennerley in our Wellness section.

*Bupa Australia cares for its customers under the brands MBF, HBA, Mutual Community, ClearView and Bupa Care Services.