TitleDr Vernon A JamesPhoto Number004055Date1980-1990DescriptionDr. James was a consultant vascular surgeon responsible for introducing special vascular and microsurgery techniques to Australia. He also introduced the first intensive care unit and ambulance paramedic service to the Illawarra. He was awarded the medal of the Order of Australia in 1985. He was inducted into the Shellharbour Council Hall of Fame in 1988.