Dr Penny Adams

Dr Penny Adams, mother of three combines 20 years experience in general practice with her role as a media medical expert and is currently a regular medical speaker on the Kerry Anne Kennerly Show and has become the regular medical expert for the SMH - Essential Guide.

Dr Penny Adams graduated from the University of NSW in 1982 with first-class honours and the university medal. She worked at Royal North Shore Hospital for several years before leaving to establish a general practice in Mosman. She gained her fellowship in general practice, being awarded the Kent Hughes Medal for topping the nation in the exams.

Penny's special interests include mental health, women and children's health, adolescent medicine, sexual health and preventative health and screening.

In 2005, Penny co-authored Mother Guilt with Ita Buttrose. This book, which reached the top 10 non-fiction bestsellers, deals with issues facing mothers in the 21st century.