The award recognises her extraordinary three decades of service to displaced and marginalised communities along the Thai-Myanmar border, and her clinical and research, that has saved the lives of countless mothers and babies while shaping global standards of care.
Reflecting on her journey, Professor McGready said “I came for 6 months to the Thai–Myanmar border and it’s been more than 30 years, thanks to the incredibly brave Karen and Burmese women.”
Professor McGready works alongside Karen and Burmese communities who have fled violence, human rights abuses and poverty in Myanmar. Despite crossing into Thailand, many migrants continue to face significant barriers in accessing public health services, with pregnant women, newborns, and young children among the most vulnerable.
Through her work she has established a network of community-run clinics delivering essential maternal and child healthcare, infectious disease prevention, and life-saving treatment. These services have supported thousands of women and children, dramatically improving health outcomes across the region.
Read the full story on the Nuffield Department of Medicine website.