Brienne Abussi is a Clinical Nurse Consultant with the McGrath Foundation, specialising in metastatic breast cancer at Mater Cancer Care Centre in Brisbane. She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Oncology Nursing and has over 11 years of experience working across a broad range of cancer care settings.
Throughout her career, Brienne has worked in inpatient and outpatient oncology, haematology, dermatology, and cancer supportive care services, developing extensive expertise in the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centred cancer care. In her current role, she provides specialist clinical care, education, advocacy, and psychosocial support to individuals living with metastatic breast cancer and their families.
Brienne is passionate about improving the experience and outcomes of people affected by cancer through evidence-based practice, multidisciplinary collaboration, and person-centred care. Her professional interests include metastatic breast cancer, supportive care, survivorship, and the unique contribution of specialist nurses in enhancing quality of life and supporting patients throughout their cancer journey.