Dr Robin Fancourt M.R.C.P., F.R.A.C.P.
Robin is a paediatrician with a long term, passionate interest in children who are disadvantaged , abused and neglected. Over the past seven years Robin has become increasingly involved in the scientific advances made in infant brain research and its flow on implications. She is dedicated to spreading this knowledge widely; is a founding member of Brainwave, and author of the book “Brainy Babies”. Robin has been head of DSAC (Doctors for Sexual Abuse Care), Children’s Agenda and has held several international positions. Her roles in Brainwave include trustee chairperson, committee member, key presenter, and technical advisor.
For further information, please choose from the following:
- Judge Michael Brown C.N.Z.M., Hon LLD (Auckland)
- Judy Baily Dip Journ. - Deputy Chairperson
- Dr Robin Fancourt M.R.C.P., F.R.A.C.P.
- Dr Ian Hassall M.B., Ch.B., D.C.H., F.R.A.C.P.
- Lope Ginnen LLB
- Lesley Max MBE, MA (Hons)
- Dr Simon Rowley M.B.C.H.B., F.R.A.C.P. (Paed.)
- Sue Younger M.A. (Hons) Dip.Tchg, Dip.Prof.Eth. - Chairperson
- Anthea Springford, BA, MBA (distinction), Investment Banker - Treasurer
Brainwave Presenters
- Pauline Allen
- Dr Nicola Austin
- Dr. Susan Foster-Cohen
- Nathan Mikaere
- Dr Simon Rowley
- Jane Valentine-Burt
- Ola Roberts
- Miriam McCaleb
- Wendy Nelson
- Debbie Rewiri
- Ophir Cassidy

