Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # AusHSI Australian Centre For Health Services Innovation ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.aushsi.org.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [ARC Discovery grant awarded to AusHSI researchers examining product safety in older people](https://www.aushsi.org.au/arc-discovery-grant-awarded-to-aushsi-researchers-examining-product-safety-in-older-people/) - QUT is celebrating the awarding of $7.7 million in ARC Discovery grants to fund 15 research projects. Researchers from AusHSI are among the recipients, with their project aimed at Addressing significant product safety knowledge gaps for older Australians receiving a grant of $533,965. - [New recommendations for treating chronic cough aim to improve the health of 1 in 11 adults](https://www.aushsi.org.au/new-recommendations-for-treating-chronic-cough/) - Led by A/Prof Julie Marchant, the MJA has unveiled new recommendations for treating chronic cough, including conducting a thorough investigation of a patient’s history of chronic cough and ordering chest x-rays. - [Project to accurately identify childhood wheeze to improve clinical outcomes](https://www.aushsi.org.au/project-to-accurately-identify-childhood-wheeze-to-improve-clinical-outcomes/) - A multi-centre study led by Professor Anne Chang has received a $749,917 Medical Research Future Fund grant to address the need to identify wheeze accurately in children with portable digital technology. - [World Bronchiectasis Day](https://www.aushsi.org.au/world-bronchiectasis-day/) - World Bronchiectasis Day is held on 1 July and aims to raise awareness, share knowledge, and discuss ways to reduce the burden of bronchiectasis for patients and their families worldwide. Learn how the Cough and Airways Research group at AusHSI is focused on improving the lung health and quality of life of children with bronchiectasis. - [The why, what and how of bronchiectasis](https://www.aushsi.org.au/the-why-what-and-how-of-bronchiectasis/) - It has now been shown that, if bronchiectasis is picked up early in children, appropriate management can reverse the radiological airway damage in some patients. It is therefore crucial that children are diagnosed early and receive the best medical care. - [BETTER outcomes for children and adults with bronchiectasis](https://www.aushsi.org.au/better-outcomes-for-children-and-adults-with-bronchiectasis/) - Bronchiectasis is a chronic respiratory disease which currently has no licensed medication specific to the condition. The BronchiEctasis Trial Testing ERdosteine investigates a bronchiectasis-specific pharmaceutical treatment aiming to improve patient outcomes. - [Identifying markers of disease in children with bronchiectasis](https://www.aushsi.org.au/identifying-markers-of-disease-in-children-with-bronchiectasis/) - My research uses next generation sequencing technologies to detect gene patterns in blood in children with bronchiectasis. This helps identify which children will have better outcomes and respond best to treatments. - [Single test could rule out heart attack in Indigenous Australians](https://www.aushsi.org.au/single-test-could-rule-out-heart-attack-in-indigenous-australians/) - AusHSI researchers have identified a way of more quickly determining the risk of a heart attack for Indigenous patients, which could fast-track their treatment and ease hospital overcrowding. - [Targeting e-Scooter offenders could reverse hospital trends](https://www.aushsi.org.au/targeting-e-scooter-offenders-could-reverse-hospital-trends/) - A police campaign targeting e-Scooter offenders being launched this week could help set new trends in both hospital emergency department presentations and e-mobility uptake, according to the Jamieson Trauma Institute's e-Scooter Project team. - [New tool tackles time and distance factors in emergency brain injury care](https://www.aushsi.org.au/new-tool-tackles-time-distance-factors-in-emergency-brain-injury-care/) - A new tool developed by researchers at AusHSI and JTI enables emergency care providers and planners to identify time and distance complexities when transporting traumatic brain injury patients from remote areas to specialised neurosurgical care and rehabilitation services. - [MRFF grant for better detection of heart disease in First Nations Australians](https://www.aushsi.org.au/mrff-grant-for-better-detection-of-heart-disease-in-first-nations-australians/) - An interdisciplinary team of researchers led by Professor Louise Cullen has received a $1.49 million Medical Research Future Fund grant to develop and implement a new way to improve the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease in First Nations Australians. - [Heart attack diagnosis may be improved by artificial intelligence](https://www.aushsi.org.au/heart-attack-diagnosis-improved-by-ai/) - Researchers have developed a computer algorithm using artificial intelligence that could soon be used by doctors to diagnose heart attacks with better speed and accuracy than ever before. - [Clinical trial to prevent and treat chronic wet cough in children](https://www.aushsi.org.au/preventing-chronic-respiratory-conditions-in-children/) - A clinical trial led by AusHSI's Prof Anne Chang AM to investigate the treatable traits of chronic wet cough in children that could lead to prevention of chronic lung disease has received $2.6 million from the Medical Research Future Fund Clinical Trials Activity grant. - [Measuring the burden of bronchiectasis in Australia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/measuring-burden-bronchiectasis/) - My PhD project explores ways to measure the cost and burden of bronchiectasis. Bronchiectasis is a rare, chronic respiratory condition that affects adults and children. Based on my previous experience, it is a neglected condition to which I’m hoping to give a bit more attention! - [Supporting early detection of liver cancer in Australia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/supporting-early-detection-of-liver-cancer-in-australia/) - Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common type of cancer that occurs in the liver. It has become the fastest-rising cause of cancer mortality in Australia, and detecting HCC early is very important. AusHSI PhD student, Inosha Alwis, is researching cost-effective, patient-centred HCC surveillance programs to help improve survival rates. - [Brushing your teeth daily could prevent hospital-acquired pneumonia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/new-tool-exposes-scale-of-fake-research-flooding-cancer-science-cloned/) - A simple improvement in oral care for hospitalised patients reduced the risk of non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia by 60 percent, a trial of 8870 patients in three Australian hospitals has found. - [First Nations Forum Identifies Pathway to Drive Lasting Impact in Diabetes and Cardiovascular Research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/first-nations-forum-identifies-pathway-to-drive-lasting-impact-in-diabetes-and-cardiovascular-research/) - MTPConnect, the Lowitja Institute and the Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation have released guidance to help those funding or shaping First Nations health research to achieve long-term impact. - [More than “Just a Statistician”](https://www.aushsi.org.au/more-than-just-a-statistician/) - Every statistician remembers when they were first asked for advice by a colleague or collaborator. Fifteen years on, these conversations are now second-nature and I have come to realise that my technical knowledge alone is not enough to build a career as a statistician. By creating space to strengthen leadership capability at our inaugural symposium, we hope to support the next generation on their statistical career journeys. - [Megan Campbell appointed new Chair of the Deeble Institute Advisory Board ](https://www.aushsi.org.au/ahha-congratulates-chair-deeble-institute-advisory-board/) - Megan Campbell has been welcomed as the new Chair of the Deeble Institute Advisory Board. Her extensive experience in health services research and commitment to stakeholder engagement will be instrumental in guiding future initiatives. - [AusHSI researchers join new NHMRC Committees](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-researchers-join-new-nhmrc-committees/) - AusHSI researchers, Professor Anne Chang AM and Professor Adrian Barnett, have been announced as members of the NHMRC Research Committee for 2024 to 2027. AusHSI Adjunct Professor Ginny Barbour has been appointed to the NHMRC-Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Public Health and Health Systems Committee. - [Treat heart disease as a lifelong condition, health experts urge](https://www.aushsi.org.au/treat-heart-disease-as-a-lifelong-condition-health-experts-urge/) - A global Commission published in the Lancet, which involved more than 20 experts around the world including Prof Will Parsonage, has called on the medical profession to change the way it treats coronary artery disease – the most common form of heart disease – encouraging clinicians to shift the focus towards early prevention and cure. - [Bariatric surgery boosts short-term employment, but long-term gains uncertain](https://www.aushsi.org.au/bariatric-surgery-boosts-short-term-employment-but-long-term-gains-uncertain/) - A new international study led by Dr Qing Xia and published in JAMA Surgery has found that bariatric surgery improves work productivity and employment rates in the short term—but these gains may not last beyond five years without targeted support. - [New tool exposes scale of fake research flooding cancer science](https://www.aushsi.org.au/new-tool-exposes-scale-of-fake-research-flooding-cancer-science/) - New research published in The BMJ has exposed the sheer scale of fake studies flooding cancer science. Working as a “scientific spam filter”, a new AI tool developed by Prof Adrian Barnett and colleagues identifies cancer research publications that are likely to have been produced by paper mills, organisations that mass produce fake research. - [Researcher spotlight: Q&A with Belinda Lange](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-qa-with-belinda-lange/) - Read our Q&A with Belinda Lange, who recently joined AusHSI as Professor of Health AI. Highlighting QUT’s commitment to advancing responsible AI in health, Belinda’s appointment forms part of an exciting cross-faculty initiative with the Faculty of Engineering to increase capacity and collaboration in Health AI. - [More than a thesis – growing through mentorship and collaboration](https://www.aushsi.org.au/more-than-a-thesis-growing-through-mentorship-and-collaboration/) - When I started at QUT, exploring opioid use after spinal cord injury, I thought I was signing up to learn new methods, generate outputs, and deepen my expertise. And while all of that has been true, it’s not what has stayed with me most. What I didn’t expect was how much a PhD would shape the kind of person and academic I want to become. - [When Life is Difficult — And Why That Matters in Research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/when-life-is-difficult-and-why-that-matters-in-research/) - Despite the financial pressures my family has faced, I’ve been extraordinarily fortunate to pursue postgraduate study, and ultimately a PhD examining the financial burden of childhood cancer. My research focuses on the out-of-pocket costs families face, what makes financial aid schemes succeed or fail in practice, and what families actually value in financial support models. - [From Coast to Bush: Improving mental health service access for Australia’s rural and regional youth](https://www.aushsi.org.au/from-coast-to-bush-improving-mental-health-service-access-for-australias-rural-and-regional-youth/) - My PhD project aims to develop a model of care that improves mental health service access for young people in rural and regional Queensland. Building on findings from The Bridging Study, I will analyse contextual factors affecting service delivery to inform co-construction of the care model in consultation with key stakeholders. - [Exploring sustainability models for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research in diabetes and cardiovascular disease](https://www.aushsi.org.au/exploring-sustainability-models-for-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-research-in-diabetes-and-cardiovascular-disease/) - In December, MTPConnect, Lowitja Institute and AusHSI co-hosted a forum bringing together health researchers, Community and partner organisations from Round 3 TTRA-funded projects, together with government, philanthropic and other funders, to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research in diabetes and cardiovascular disease. - [Powerful Pictures study wins Emergency Medicine Foundation award](https://www.aushsi.org.au/powerful-pictures-study-wins-emergency-medicine-foundation-award/) - The Powerful Pictures study has been recognised for transforming cardiac care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Far North Queensland, receiving the inaugural Emergency Medicine Foundation (EMF) Award at the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM) Annual Scientific Meeting on 26 November 2025. - [Advancing sustainable design and adoption of clinical decision support systems](https://www.aushsi.org.au/advancing-the-sustainable-design-and-adoption-of-clinical-decision-support-systems/) - Clinical decision support systems (CDSSs) hold enormous promise for improving healthcare delivery. Yet, when introduced into the complex realities of busy hospitals, CDSSs often struggle to deliver in practice. My research uses implementation science frameworks to identify and inform the step-by-step processes needed for lasting adoption. - [Understanding the impact of recurring health issues on opioid use after injury](https://www.aushsi.org.au/understanding-the-impact-of-recurring-health-issues-on-opioid-use-after-injury/) - Opioids are widely prescribed for pain management, especially after injury or surgery. My study goes beyond merely describing prescribing patterns over time to investigate whether the timing and recurrence of health events are key drivers of long-term opioid use. - [A model of good research practice in clinical prediction](https://www.aushsi.org.au/a-model-of-good-research-practice-in-clinical-prediction/) - When it comes to health and medical research, doing the right thing is critical, especially when it impacts patient outcomes. Alexander Gibson's research focuses on identifying statistical and research practice issues in clinical prediction models to promote best practice. - [My journey from dietitian into implementation science to improve chronic disease services](https://www.aushsi.org.au/my-journey-from-dietitian-into-implementation-science-to-improve-chronic-disease-services/) - Working in the health system and as a PhD candidate at AusHSI, Ashleigh Earnshaw is at the intersection of two worlds: both the practical and the rigorous, theory-driven worlds of implementation science. Her PhD research is focused on evaluating a groundbreaking new service that provides rapid-access, intensive outpatient care for people with chronic conditions. - [Dr Bridget Abell receives Alan Goble Distinguished Service Award](https://www.aushsi.org.au/dr-bridget-abell-receives-alan-goble-distinguished-service-award/) - Dr Bridget Abell, a Senior Research Fellow in implementation science at AusHSI, was presented with the Alan Goble Distinguished Service Award at the 2025 Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association (ACRA) Annual Scientific Meeting in August in Brisbane. - [Scalpels to statistics: A surgical registrar’s path to a PhD](https://www.aushsi.org.au/scalpels-to-statistics-a-surgical-registrars-path-to-a-phd/) - Having experienced different trauma systems from the health care provider perspective, Beth has learned to appreciate that every system is unique. This has led to the research idea of comparing the different trauma systems we have across our nation. - [Designing a health care model for pregnant women with heart disease](https://www.aushsi.org.au/designing-a-health-care-model-for-pregnant-women-with-heart-disease/) - AusHSI PhD student Gayani Amarasinghe is passionate about making pregnancy safer and better for women and families, and advocating for equity in maternal health provision. Her research looks at designing a woman-centred care model for pregnant women with heart disease, which can put them and their babies at a higher risk of different health complications. - [Lighting the way to better oral health access in regional Queensland](https://www.aushsi.org.au/lighting-the-way-to-better-oral-health-access-in-regional-queensland/) - Australia is globally recognised for its effective healthcare system. Yet, when it comes to dental care, the story isn’t quite as positive – especially for adults in regional and low-income communities. This imbalance raises a critical question that drives my research: How can we improve access to adult public dental services in regional Queensland by better supporting the people who provide these services? - [Understanding the health and economic impact of behavioural risk factors for chronic disease](https://www.aushsi.org.au/understanding-the-impact-of-risk-factors-for-chronic-disease-on-healthcare/) - AusHSI PhD student Nirmali Sivapragasam is interested in research exploring preventive healthcare services as a way of improving population health and reducing healthcare costs. By studying how lifestyle factors affect both health and costs over time, her research helps ensure that health interventions are evaluated fairly and accurately. - [Researcher spotlight: Q&A with Angela Melder, Kate Young and Angela Byrnes](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-qa-with-angela-melder-kate-young-and-angela-byrnes/) - Recently joining AusHSI, Research Fellows Dr Angela Melder, Dr Kate Young and Dr Angela Byrnes recently sat down for a chat about health services innovation and what inspires them in their work. - [Cost-IS: An instrument for costing implementation strategies](https://www.aushsi.org.au/cost-is-an-instrument-for-costing-implementation-strategies/) - Known as the Costing Implementation Strategies instrument, Cost-IS provides practical guidance and tools for collecting data and estimating resource costs associated with implementation strategies in health services research. - [Injury prevention drives JTI Parliamentary inquiry e-scooter submission](https://www.aushsi.org.au/injury-prevention-drives-parliamentary-inquiry-e-scooter-submission/) - Latest e-scooter injury data released by Queensland’s peak injury research body, Jamieson Trauma institute (JTI), shows presentations to hospital emergency departments continue to escalate, with private e-scooter riders now compromising two-thirds of hospital presentations. The research findings will play a critical role in JTI’s submission to the State Parliamentary inquiry into e-mobility safety and use. - [Painting a picture of research fraud](https://www.aushsi.org.au/painting-a-picture-of-research-fraud/) - Fraud happens in every area of life where there is money and prestige, including scientific research. There are sadly many people who are willing to fake research that fools peer reviewers, but eventually smells fishy when held up to post-publication scrutiny. Research fraud will never be eradicated, but we can reduce its influence with some relatively simple steps. - [One-stop burn survivors toolkit project awarded MRFF Grant](https://www.aushsi.org.au/one-stop-burn-survivors-toolkit-project-awarded-mrff-grant/) - A/Prof Zephanie Tyack has been awarded $992,441 from the MRFF Survivorship Care and Collaborative Research Prioritisation Grant program for the project, ‘Ember to Empower’: developing and piloting a one-stop burn recovery toolkit for burn survivors. A consumer advisory group of burn survivors will advise on all aspects of the study. - [Joining the club: Jack Roberts on racing to the finish line](https://www.aushsi.org.au/joining-the-club-jack-roberts-on-racing-to-the-finish-line/) - Hear about AusHSI PhD candidate Jack Roberts's running journey with the AusHSI running group, what inspired him to complete the QUT Classic, and his PhD research in a recent interview with QUT Graduate Research Education + Development (GRE+D). - [From teeth to feet - my journey from dentistry to foot disorders](https://www.aushsi.org.au/from-teeth-to-feet-my-journey-from-dentistry-to-foot-disorders/) - Rangi Weerasuriya's PhD project focuses on identifying the key risk factors for people hospitalised with foot disease in order to improve prevention and early detection, identifying the at-risk population in the community and adapting the targeted preventive strategies and close monitoring. - [Turning numbers into impact for patients living with life-changing injuries](https://www.aushsi.org.au/turning-numbers-into-impact-for-patients-living-with-life-changing-injuries/) - Binuri Perera's research focuses on the burden of bloodstream infections among injured patients. Bloodstream infections can increase patients’ risk of death and are costly to treat, but we know little about their impact on patients and health systems. Binuri is addressing this gap by analysing population-level linked data for all of Queensland over a 20-year period. - [13th Health Services Research Conference](https://www.aushsi.org.au/13th-health-services-research-conference/) - AusHSI was a proud sponsor of the 13th Health Services Research Conference. This year’s theme "Health Services Research in the Digital Age" highlighted the complexity of integrating digital innovations within health systems and AusHSI’s digital health research featured strongly throughout the program. - [AusHSI at HSR24](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-at-hsr24/) - In the lead up to this year’s theme Health Services Research in the Digital Age, we have been unpacking the value of digital health research and highlighting AusHSI’s work in this space. Check out the HSR24 program and don't miss the AusHSI Implementation Science and Health Economics teams who will showcase research across several talks over the conference. - [Choosing wisely: making informed health technology decisions](https://www.aushsi.org.au/choosing-wisely-making-informed-health-technology-decisions/) - With the surge in demand for digital health, health services are struggling to manage the requests which they receive daily for consideration. When resources are scarce and budgets restrictive, responding to these requests requires evidence-based approaches to ensure meaningful selections are made. - [Using Shiny to support data analysis in health services research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/using-shiny-to-make-research-methods-more-accessible/) - The AusHSI statistics team has developed two new Shiny applications to help researchers synthesise evidence for literature reviews and health economic modelling. - [Addressing patient non-attendance with digital health solutions](https://www.aushsi.org.au/addressing-patient-non-attendance-with-digital-health/) - There are many reasons why patients may not be able to attend an appointment, and this complexity means there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Nevertheless, thoughtfully designed digital health solutions can improve healthcare efficiency and accessibility. - [What is Digital Health? Unpacking the box](https://www.aushsi.org.au/using-digital-technology-to-improve-health-systems/) - “Digital Health” has become a popular term that can conjure up images of code, touchscreens and futuristic hospitals. While there are certainly truisms to these tropes, it is really a vast umbrella label encompassing almost all aspects of contemporary healthcare, from sophisticated risk modelling to booking systems. - [Sunny’s European implementation science tour](https://www.aushsi.org.au/sunnys-european-implementation-science-tour/) - In June 2024, Dr Sunny Naicker was invited to speak at the Dutch National Implementation Science colloquium in Utrecht, the Netherlands. Sunny also visited the Amsterdam Centre for Implementation Science, and attended an invite-only knowledge translation meeting in Sweden. - [Digital Health CRC Curiosity Camp: Navigating interdisciplinary blind spots](https://www.aushsi.org.au/digital-health-crcs-curiosity-camp-navigating-interdisciplinary-blind-spots/) - AusHSI PhD students attended the Digital Health Cooperative Research Centre's Curiosity Camp at Lake Crackenback in NSW, which brought together emerging leaders, consumers, innovators and researchers to address real-world healthcare problems. - [Using digital solutions to target interventions helping prevent hospital falls](https://www.aushsi.org.au/using-digital-solutions-to-target-interventions-helping-prevent-hospital-falls/) - When patients fall, their health can decline rapidly. As part of his recently completed PhD, Rex Parsons explored a decision support tool that supports the provision of value-based health care, and discovered an interest in software development. - [Improving usefulness of acute care algorithms](https://www.aushsi.org.au/real-time-clinical-decision-support-systems-for-the-prevention-of-deterioration-in-acute-care/) - One of Robin Blythe’s digital health PhD research objectives was to understand how to make clinical decision support systems more useful without adding to clinicians’ workloads, allowing them to spend their time on more meaningful work. - [Prof Steven McPhail joins Senior Academic Leaders in Digital Health Council](https://www.aushsi.org.au/prof-steven-mcphail-represents-qut-on-the-australian-council-of-senior-academic-leaders-in-digital-health/) - The Digital Health Cooperative Research Centre has formed a Senior Academic Leaders Council, a national, cross-university network driving collaboration across digital health research and education. - [A publication’s “what” should count more than its “where”: why we should waive journal titles](https://www.aushsi.org.au/a-publications-what-should-count-more-than-its-where-why-we-should-waive-journal-titles/) - For many researchers, the journal is now the end game, with a focus on “where” to publish rather than “what”. Prof Adrian Barnett reflects on the true impact of research, why he’s taken journal titles off his CV and how one of his papers could have led to his parents getting a new boiler. - [AusHSI students make waves in healthcare research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-students-making-waves-in-healthcare-research/) - Over the past few months, AusHSI PhD students Pakhi Sharma, Jack Roberts, Ureni Halahakone, Sam Borg and Linh Vo have each been making an impact in their different fields of healthcare research. Congratulations to all on such fantastic achievements! - [Centre Researcher Wins Top Women in STEM Prize](https://www.aushsi.org.au/centre-researcher-wins-top-women-in-stem-prize/) - QUT Associate Professor Susanna Cramb was recently honoured with the Judges’ Award at the Queensland Women in STEM Prize Awards. Susanna received the Judges’ Award for her groundbreaking work in developing statistical methods to identify, understand, and address health inequities across Australia. - [I finished my PhD. Did I?](https://www.aushsi.org.au/i-finished-my-phd-did-i/) - Natalia started her PhD journey with research ideas that would help local councils in regional Australia to address the inequity barriers experienced by people with disabilities. Having now finished her PhD, she is certainly not done with the subject and more work is always needed in this field. - [Improving fall-risk screening tools for elderly patients in the emergency department](https://www.aushsi.org.au/improving-fall-risk-screening-tools-for-elderly-patients-in-the-emergency-department/) - Affecting one in three adults over 65 annually, falls can rob people of their independence and confidence, impacting on their fitness, health and wellbeing. My research aims to investigate factors affecting the use of fall-risk screening tools in the Emergency Department and their impact on patient outcomes. - [Advancing health services: Key insights from AusHSI’s inaugural implementation science colloquium](https://www.aushsi.org.au/advancing-health-services-key-insights-from-aushsis-inaugural-implementation-science-colloquium/) - AusHSI recently hosted its inaugural Implementation Science in the Real World Colloquium. Headlined by world-leading experts Prof Gregory Aarons and Prof Trish Greenhalgh, the Colloquium presented the latest research and evidence on how health services can better implement, measure, and sustain change. - [NHMRC $1.3M grant to boost Indigenous health and wellbeing](https://www.aushsi.org.au/nhmrc-1-3m-grant-to-boost-indigenous-health-and-wellbeing/) - A collaborative research project led by QUT and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service (ATSICHS) Brisbane has been awarded $1,332,594.60 in funding through the 2023 NHMRC Partnerships Projects program. - [Researcher Spotlight: Eloise Hummell](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-eloise-hummell/) - For Dr Eloise Hummell, AusHSI Research Fellow - Implementation Science, health services innovation is not about change for the sake of change, but about striving for improvement and achieving better outcomes for people within the constraints of available resources. - [“What” not “where” – that is the research question](https://www.aushsi.org.au/what-not-where-that-is-the-research-question/) - In an op-ed titled "Why I’ve removed journal titles from the papers on my CV" for the widely read journal Nature, AusHSI statistician Prof Adrian Barnett has called for a novel way to shift the focus from where academic research is published to what the research has actually found. - [Diabetes footcare project awarded $1.3M to evaluate novel rural outreach services](https://www.aushsi.org.au/diabetes-footcare-project-awarded-1-3m-to-evaluate-novel-rural-outreach-services/) - A Queensland Diabetes Footcare Hubs (Q DFootHubs) project has been awarded $1.3M from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) under its Partnership Projects program to evaluate novel rural outreach services. - [New Australian guidelines for diabetes-related foot disease](https://www.aushsi.org.au/new-australian-guidelines-for-diabetes-related-foot-disease/) - Led by Diabetes Feet Australia, A/Prof. Pete Lazzarini has Co-Chaired the development of new Australian guidelines for the prevention and management of diabetes-related foot disease. - [From Couch to the QUT Classic](https://www.aushsi.org.au/from-couch-to-the-qut-classic/) - Hear about AusHSI PhD candidate Adele Van den Hoek’s running journey with the AusHSI running group, and what inspired her to complete the QUT Classic, in a recent interview with QUT Graduate Research Education + Development (GRE+D). - [Help prioritise research on research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/prioritising-research-on-research/) - What questions about research funding would you like to see answered by research? The Association for Interdisciplinary Meta-Research and Open Science (AIMOS) is asking people to vote to collectively find the most important questions in research funding. - [Two AusHSI researchers awarded NHMRC Investigator Grants](https://www.aushsi.org.au/two-aushsi-researchers-awarded-nhmrc-investigator-grants/) - AusHSI A/Prof Julie Marchant and A/Prof Peter Lazzarini have each received NHMRC Investigator Grants to pursue impactful research projects addressing some of Australia's greatest health challenges. - [Researcher Spotlight: Paul Kuwornu](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-paul-kuwornu/) - Dr Paul Kuwornu, AusHSI Senior Research Fellow - Health Economics, thinks of innovation in health services as embracing technology and change to create the right framework to deliver and improve health care. - [Dr Hannah Carter awarded National Health and Medical Research Council Investigator grant](https://www.aushsi.org.au/dr-hannah-carter-awarded-national-health-and-medical-research-council-investigator-grant/) - Dr Hannah Carter has received a $637,040 NHMRC Investigator grant for the project: ‘Healthcare delivery at the end of life: economic methods to improve value for patients, carers and society’. - [QUT unveils new virtual production film that depicts mass casualty event](https://www.aushsi.org.au/qut-unveils-new-virtual-production-film-that-depicts-mass-casualty-event/) - A new QUT-made film commissioned by the Jamieson Trauma Institute presents the Institute’s vision of how trauma care and a mass casualty event in Queensland should be responded to in the future. - [AusHSI Statisticians in society](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-statisticians-in-society/) - Held at the University of Wollongong, the 2023 Australian Statistical Conference theme was 'Statisticians in society', acknowledging the important contributions that statisticians make as technical experts and communicators in an increasingly data-dependent world. - [What is the AIMOS conference?](https://www.aushsi.org.au/what-is-the-aimos-conference/) - If you've ever questioned typical scientific practice and wondered how it could be improved, then join us at AIMOS 2023. We can guarantee you will learn a lot about the workings of science and how we can all improve it. - [The path to value-based health care in Australia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/the-path-to-value-based-health-care-in-australia/) - Over 200+ health system leaders gathered at the Value-Based Health Care Congress at QUT Gardens Point on 26-27 October to discuss the global Value-Based Health Care movement (VBHC), and what it means in the context of Australia. - [Here's what we've learnt about addressing the rising burden of liver disease](https://www.aushsi.org.au/heres-what-weve-learnt-about-addressing-the-rising-burden-of-liver-disease-in-australia/) - AusHSI and researchers from the LOCATE-NAFLD project were proud to host an event on 8 May exploring the rising burden of liver disease in Australia, gaining insights into what stakeholders believe can be done to begin addressing the key issues. - [An Evaluation of the Smoking Cessation Program - Quitline Queensland](https://www.aushsi.org.au/an-evaluation-of-the-smoking-cessation-program-quitline-queensland/) - Smoking prevalence across Australia has not substantially declined in the past decade. My PhD project aims to reduce smoking in Queensland by supporting Quitline users to successfully quit smoking through improved uptake and engagement with the service. - [Researcher Spotlight: Michelle Allen](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-michelle-allen/) - Dr Michelle Allen, AusHSI Research Fellow - Implementation Science, shares her perspective on the healthcare system and how shifting the status quo can deliver real improvements. - [Your guide to bronchiectasis resources](https://www.aushsi.org.au/your-guide-to-bronchiectasis-resources/) - Many parents have not heard of bronchiectasis until their child has been diagnosed. It is often at this point that parents seek out further information, and our respiratory research group has developed several resources to support families. - [International award for pioneer of transformative burn care](https://www.aushsi.org.au/zephanie-tyack-receives-american-burn-association-award/) - Dr Zephanie Tyack has received a prestigious award from the American Burn Association and delivered a plenary address to the Association at the 2023 annual scientific meeting in Dallas, Texas. - [Investigating opioid prescribing practices following spinal cord injury](https://www.aushsi.org.au/opioid-prescribing-practices-following-spinal-cord-injury/) - My research explores opioid dispensing patterns for people with spinal cord injuries and will present healthcare providers and policymakers with the knowledge needed to promote better health outcomes. - [Integrating virtual healthcare for underprivileged communities](https://www.aushsi.org.au/integrating-virtual-healthcare-for-underprivileged-communities/) - My research aims to integrate more cost-effective and patient-centered models of virtual care beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. I will conduct a discrete choice experiment with a large cohort of Queensland prisoners to better understand their preferences. - [Science bureaucracy is hugely inefficient: fixing it should be a funding priority](https://www.aushsi.org.au/science-bureaucracy-is-hugely-inefficient-fixing-it-should-be-a-funding-priority/) - The government’s conversation piece about Australia's Science and Research Priorities wants to hear about the greatest current national challenges and opportunities. The greatest current challenge for science is to improve itself. - [Researcher Spotlight: Sundresan Naicker](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-sundresan-naicker/) - Dr Sundresan Naicker, AusHSI Research Fellow - Implementation Science, highlights health system improvement as the driving force of health services innovation. - [What to do when applying for research grants is a waste of time for almost everybody](https://www.aushsi.org.au/what-to-do-when-applying-for-research-grants-is-a-waste-of-time-for-almost-everybody/) - Research funding schemes with low success rates have enormous opportunity costs. It may provide a warm feeling to be rewarding all fields and career levels, you can only do this if you have the money to back it up. - [Researcher Spotlight: Qing Xia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-qing-xia/) - Dr Qing Xia, AusHSI Research Fellow - Health Economics, explores the ways in which health services innovation can optimise the performance of the health system. - [Dr Zephanie Tyack selected as 2023 American Burns Association award recipient](https://www.aushsi.org.au/dr-zephanie-tyack-selected-as-2023-american-burns-association-award-recipient/) - Dr Zephanie Tyack has been selected as the 2023 Everett Idris Evans Memorial Lecture Award recipient by the American Burn Association (ABA) in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the field. - [Improving Access to Care for Children with Cardiac Disease Across Queensland](https://www.aushsi.org.au/improving-access-to-care-for-qldchildren-with-cardiac-disease/) - My PhD looks at overall access to care for our paediatric cardiac patients across the state and empowering primary care providers to help address the problem of patients' distance to the cardiac care unit in Brisbane. This also lines up with a new initiative in the cardiac unit at the Queensland Children's Hospital to establish a clinical care network for our cardiac patients across the state. - [ORBITA](https://www.aushsi.org.au/orbita/) - The Objective Randomised Blinded Investigation with optimal medical Therapy of Angioplasty in stable angina (ORBITA) Study investigated the efficacy of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) using stents for symptom relief of stable angina (chest pain) in a double blind, placebo-controlled study. The study was the first of its kind and was the PhD project of Dr Rasha Al-Lamee, an interventional cardiologist at Imperial College London. - [Co-designing Sustainable Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Models of Care for Children with CHD](https://www.aushsi.org.au/codesigning-sustainable-cardiac-neurodevelopmental-models-of-care/) - The next important step in the CHD LIFE journey is CHD LIFE+. Led by AusHSI, and in partnership with cardiac centres nationally, developmental follow-up experts, HeartKids and Children’s Hospital Foundation, this program of research (2020-2024) aims to develop family-centred, long-term developmental care models across Australia, including evaluation of our CHD LIFE model. - [Research Partnership with HeartKids for CHD LIFE+](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research-partnership-heartkids/) - As the CHD LIFE+ study’s key consumer partner, HeartKids will be critical to leveraging families’ involvement in the important co-design phase. Holly Williams, Queensland State Manager, HeartKids explains how family-centred advocacy will influence the design of, and planning for, local models of care across Australia. - [Developing Integrated Care Models to Manage Atrial Fibrillation](https://www.aushsi.org.au/integrated-care-models-atrial-fibrillation/) - We seek to better understand existing practices, map inequities in care and quantify the current cost of hospital care for Atrial Fibrillation using linked health service data. Working with stakeholders, we will use this core information to co-design a framework for integrated care relevant to Australian contexts. - [CSANZ and ACRA 2022 Annual Scientific Meetings](https://www.aushsi.org.au/csanz-acra-2022/) - The AusHSI Cardiac Health Services Group attended the CSANZ and ACRA 2022 Annual Scientific Meetings, both held in August 2022 at the Gold Coast. The programs provided learning opportunities and fellowship, and featured cardiac research abstract poster viewings and mini-oral presentations. - [AusHSI Cardiac Month](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-cardiac-month/) - August 2022 is Cardiac Month at AusHSI, when we highlight the current, past and future work of our Cardiac Health Services group, who are focused on developing new knowledge to drive implementation of high value cardiovascular health services. - [Improving Cardiac Rehabilitation Referral, Enrolment, and Completion in Australia: Engage-CR](https://www.aushsi.org.au/improving-cardiac-rehabilitation/) - The Engage-CR project uses evidence mapping methodologies to describe, classify and visualise the best evidence-based practices for optimising referral to cardiac rehabilitation, enrolment in programs, and strategies to enable completion. - [Chest Pain – Ten Years of Research Progress and Impact](https://www.aushsi.org.au/ten-years-of-chest-pain/) - In 2012 we demonstrated that a two hour accelerated diagnostic protocol could safely rule out heart attack in 1 in 5 patients presenting to hospital with warning signs. This work is now widely cited in clinical practice guidelines in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, North America, Asia. However, there are always further research questions remaining. - [The burden and pattern of injuries related to consumer products in Australia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/injuries-related-to-consumer-products-in-australia/) - JTI are well known for our work in injuries related to consumer products like e-scooters, but what you may not know is that our team have been working the broad product safety space for over 10 years! - [Machine-learning delivers timely outcomes for injury surveillance](https://www.aushsi.org.au/machine-learning-delivers-timely-outcomes-for-injury-surveillance/) - The Queensland Injury Surveillance Unit (QISU) has developed an automated means of classifying injury data via machine learning to assist human coders in their manual coding and validation activities. - [The role of Health Information Managers in trauma research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/role-of-hims-in-trauma-research/) - Brett Droder, Genevieve Westacott and Jesani Catchpoole have rare research-centric positions as Health Information Managers at JTI, using their health information knowledge and diverse expertise to work with trauma data. - [Statistics Meets Digital Health: One Year Into My AusHSI PhD Journey](https://www.aushsi.org.au/statistics-meets-digital-health/) - My project is all about developing and evaluating prediction models for hospital falls. To do this, we have partnered with Metro South Health and will be using the data within integrated electronic medical records (ieMR) for patients admitted across any of their hospitals. - [Real-time Clinical Decision Support Systems To Prevent Deterioration In Acute Care](https://www.aushsi.org.au/real-time-clinical-decision-support-systems-to-prevent-deterioration-in-acute-care/) - My PhD research is focused on understanding what makes clinical decision support models useful for addressing clinical deterioration. My project will consist of a series of related studies. - [Implementing Digital Health Solutions in Hospitals](https://www.aushsi.org.au/implementing-digital-health-solutions-in-hospitals/) - My research investigates how we can take advantage of implementation science approaches to adopt computerised Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) within hospital settings. The aim of my project is to increase awareness around what changes may be needed to improve the process. - [Digital Health Solutions for Improving Outpatient Care Utilisation](https://www.aushsi.org.au/digital-health-solutions-for-improving-outpatient-care-utilisation/) - My research looks at ways in which digital health systems can assist in the reduction of non-attendance at scheduled outpatient healthcare appointments. The project aims to provide insights into the impact of non-attendance, and consumer preferences and cost-effectiveness for interventions that may be used to reduce non-attendance. - [Finding my passion in health research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/finding-my-passion-in-health-research/) - Implementation activities are not often costed and there aren’t many approaches to cost implementation. This can lead to inefficient use of scarce healthcare resources. My PhD aims to address this need by developing an implementation costing tool to help with estimating the true cost of implementing digital health solutions in hospitals. - [Consumer Preferences for Neurodevelopmental Follow-up Care for Children with Congenital Heart Disease](https://www.aushsi.org.au/consumer-preference-neurodevelopmental-care-children-chd/) - My research investigates parent and clinician preferences for a neurodevelopmental model of care to improve outcomes for children with congenital heart disease (CHD) in order to improve how models of care are designed and delivered. - [Cost-effectiveness of Screening for Atrial Fibrillation: My MPhil Journey at AusHSI](https://www.aushsi.org.au/cost-effectiveness-of-screening-for-atrial-fibrillation/) - My research will consider a comparative analysis of existing international Atrial Fibrillation screening strategies, their relatability to the Australian health system, and assess the cost-effectiveness of different AF screening strategies in Australia. - [Promoting Integrated Care for Atrial Fibrillation in Australia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/promoting-integrated-care-atrial-fibrillation/) - Unfortunately, in Australia, integrated care is not routinely offered to patients. Adverse outcomes among individuals with atrial fibrillation can potentially be prevented by improving access to integrated care, leading to reduced disease burden and lower costs incurred by the health system. - [Social sciences and health services: An interdisciplinary research journey](https://www.aushsi.org.au/social-sciences-and-health-services/) - My mixed methods research seeks to highlight liveability factors relevant to people with disabilities living in regional areas of Australia, who are experiencing socioeconomic exclusion and place-based inequalities. - [Trauma PhD Student Perspectives: How linking health data collections can enhance our understanding of injury outcomes](https://www.aushsi.org.au/trauma-phd-student-perspectives/) - AusHSI-JTI PhD students Jacelle Warren, Adam Rolley and Sam Borg are researching how to better use commonly collected health data to enhance the outcomes of injury. - [The AusHSI-JTI partnership](https://www.aushsi.org.au/the-aushsi-jti-partnership/) - The AusHSI-JTI partnership harnesses the expertise of one of Australia’s leading health services research centres with Australia’s newest clinical-academic trauma institute to improve trauma service delivery. - [AusHSI-JTI Trauma Week](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-jti-trauma-week/) - The impact of sustaining an injury on an individual can be life altering. Learn how AusHSI and JTI are working to transform trauma care in Queensland and beyond. - [12th Health Services Research Conference (HSRAANZ)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/12th-health-services-research-conference-hsraanz/) - The AusHSI Research Team had a strong presence at the 12th Health Services Research Conference. Delegates explored themes of resilience, innovation and value, and the role of HSR in embedding these principles into our health systems. - [Researcher Spotlight: Wendell Cockshaw](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-wendell-cockshaw/) - Dr Wendell Cockshaw, AusHSI Senior Research Fellow - Statistics, explores how the digital transformation of healthcare is helping to find solutions to major public health challenges. - [Researcher Spotlight: David Borg](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-david-borg/) - AusHSI Research Fellow David Borg has expertise in exercise physiology, statistics, and meta-science. In this blog, David shares his perspectives on the importance of health services innovation. - [NHMRC Partnership Project – NAVICARE, tackles access to mental health care for people in regional and remote areas](https://www.aushsi.org.au/nhmrc-project-tackles-access-to-health-care-for-people-in-regional-and-remote-areas/) - Three Bowen Basin communities are the focus of NAVICARE, a co-designed project to improve and expand access to mental health services in regional and remote areas under a $780,000 NHMRC Partnership Project. - [Sumudu Hewage awarded QCVRN Scholarship](https://www.aushsi.org.au/dr-sumudu-hewage-awarded-qcvrn-scholarship/) - AusHSI PhD Scholar Sumudu Hewage has been awarded a prestigious Queensland Cardiovascular Research Network (QCVRN) scholarship. - [Professors Anne Chang AM and Adrian Barnett join Principal Committees of the NHMRC](https://www.aushsi.org.au/professors-anne-chang-am-and-adrian-barnett-join-nhmrc-principal-committees/) - Two leading Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI) academics, Professor Anne Chang AM and Professor Adrian Barnett, announced as members of the new Principal Committees of the NHMRC. - [MTPConnect announces Round 2 funding to accelerate transformative Australian diabetes and cardiovascular disease innovations](https://www.aushsi.org.au/mtpconnect-announces-round-2-funding-to-accelerate-transformative-australian-diabetes-and-cardiovascular-disease-innovations/) - MTPConnect announces $6.7 million funding for nine diabetes and cardiovascular disease research projects through the Targeted Translation Research Accelerator (TTRA) program. - [Nurse-led trial preventing hypothermia during surgery](https://www.aushsi.org.au/preventing-hypothermia-during-surgery/) - QUT has received a $1,145,483 grant from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) to trial new care strategies that reduce postoperative risks to patients from loss of body heat during surgery. - [Making Choices in Healthcare](https://www.aushsi.org.au/making-choices-in-healthcare/) - A Discrete Choice Experiment (DCE) is a method used to elicit individual preferences for different aspects of services, programs, or products. Learn how DCEs are being used in Health Services Research to understand how choices are made and predict future choice responses. - [Researcher Spotlight: David Rodwell](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-kamila-davidson/) - AusHSI Research Associate David Rodwell shares insights into his background, expertise and views on the impact of quality health services research and innovation. - [Researcher Spotlight: Kamila Davidson](https://www.aushsi.org.au/researcher-spotlight-kamila-davidson-2/) - AusHSI Research Associate Kamila Davidson shares her views on why health services research is important, and what health services innovation means to her. - [AusHSI’s Work Improving Capacity Among Health Services Leaders](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsis-work-improving-capacity-among-health-services-leaders/) - Since its founding, AusHSI has built the capacity of health service organisations to evolve and improve by leading significant education initiatives informed by latest research. - [Redesigning decision making in NSW hospitals](https://www.aushsi.org.au/redesigning-decision-making-in-nsw-hospitals/) - Researchers from the Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI) have worked with partners to establish a new $1.5million multidisciplinary research project through the Digital Health CRC (DHCRC). - [Getting Research Into Practice: Communicating So That Policy-Makers Listen](https://www.aushsi.org.au/getting-research-into-practice-communicating-so-that-policy-makers-listen/) - By Victoria McCreanor, AusHSI and Capital Markets CRC PhD Candidate, and AusHSI Research Associate. "This summer I was fortunate enough to be selected to undertake a six-week summer research project with the Deeble Institute." - [Celebrating 10 Years of Partnering to Improve Health Services Delivery](https://www.aushsi.org.au/celebrating-10-years-of-partnering-to-improve-health-services-delivery/) - Today marks the ten-year anniversary of the Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI). It is time to celebrate the difference their research has made in Australia. - [Celebrating Ten Years of Leading Research with Real World Impact](https://www.aushsi.org.au/celebrating-ten-years-of-leading-research-with-real-world-impact/) - Since its founding ten years ago AusHSI has embodied QUT’s Real World principles, notably the value of partnership to effect change in Australian health services. AusHSI’s research has partnered on numerous projects with practical benefits for clinicians, hospitals, aged care, and health consumers. - [Random Audits Could Shift The Incentive For Researchers From Quantity To Quality](https://www.aushsi.org.au/random-audits-could-shift-the-incentive-for-researchers-from-quantity-to-quality/) - Every researcher is under pressure to publish in high-ranking journals. The most blatant pressure I ever experienced was over a decade ago when my then head of department created a league table of staff in their department using annual paper numbers. - [The Marik Sepsis Bundle – A Case Study In Critical Care Decision Making](https://www.aushsi.org.au/the-marik-sepsis-bundle-a-case-study-in-critical-care-decision-making/) - Robin Blythe discusses hospital decision-makers and clinical ambiguity related to his recent research published on F1000Research. In this blog he covers the cost savings and health benefits of implementing a care bundle for sepsis patients. - [Knowledge Translation, Or How To Make Stuff Happen In Clinical Practice](https://www.aushsi.org.au/knowledge-translation-or-how-to-make-stuff-happen-in-clinical-practice/) - By Danette Langbecker, NHMRC Research Fellow, Centre for Online Health, The University of Queensland. "Last week I had the pleasure of attending AusHSI’s three day Knowledge Translation workshop." - [Dr Susanna Cramb named one of Queensland’s 2020 Young Tall Poppies](https://www.aushsi.org.au/dr-susanna-cramb-named-one-of-queenslands-2020-young-tall-poppies/) - Dr Susanna Cramb, an epidemiologist and biostatistician, and leads a team of researchers called HERO: Health Equity Research with Outcomes that uses statistics to identify and understand health inequities so they can be addressed. - [Professor Anne Chang’s editorial feature in New England Journal of Medicine](https://www.aushsi.org.au/professor-anne-changs-editorial-feature-in-new-england-journal-of-medicine/) - Professor Anne Chang AM is a leading clinician researcher with international recognition in cough, bronchiectasis and evidence-based medicine related to paediatric respiratory medicine - [Dr Nicole White awarded COVID-19 focused Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship](https://www.aushsi.org.au/dr-nicole-white-awarded-covid-19-focused-advance-queensland-industry-research-fellowship/) - AusHSI Research Fellow, Dr Nicole White, is one of seven QUT researchers to be awarded Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships in a round of research funding focused on COVID-19. - [Better Healthcare With Hybrid Practitioners](https://www.aushsi.org.au/better-healthcare-with-hybrid-practitioners/) - By Roman Kislov, Research Fellow, Health Services Research Centre, Alliance Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester and Nick Graves, Academic Director, Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI). - [Taking Healthcare Home – Identifying The Key Success Factors](https://www.aushsi.org.au/taking-healthcare-home-identifying-the-key-success-factors/) - On 23rd August 2017 AusHSI is launching the white paper Taking Healthcare Home: Overview of findings and recommendations. The paper outlines the key success factors that determine and impede the quality use of healthcare in the home services. - [BMJ Open: Development And Pilot Of A Multicriteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) Tool For Health Services Administrator](https://www.aushsi.org.au/bmj-open-development-and-pilot-of-a-multicriteria-decision-analysis-mcda-tool-for-health-services-administrator/) - AusHSI was contracted to work collaboratively with the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) to develop a method for comparing projects across a range of outcomes. ## Pages - [AusHSI](https://www.aushsi.org.au/) - The Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI) is a research, education and consulting organisation. We are one of Australia’s leading health services research centres, with strengths in Health Economics, Implementation Science, Statistics and Data Analysis. Based within QUT, we enable health service organisations to make changes that bring about greater efficiencies and improved patient - [Will Parsonage](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/will-parsonage/) - Will Parsonage Clinical Director/Program Lead – Cardiac Professor Will Parsonage joined AusHSI as Clinical Director in June 2016, and is Senior Staff Cardiologist at The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital and St Vincent’s Private Hospital Northside. As Clinical Director, Will contributes to AusHSI’s strategic and clinical leadership, overseeing research policy, maintenance of research clinical standards - [Sanjeewa Kularatna](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/sanjeewa-kularatna/) - Sanjeewa Kularatna Principal Senior Research Fellow – Health Economics Sanjeewa Kularatna joined the AusHSI team as a Health Economist in 2017. He has significant interests in developing the methodology for consumer preference for heart disease-related care models. His passion is working with health service partners to improve efficiency in resource allocations and improve health outcomes - [Anne Chang AM](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/anne-chang/) - Anne Chang AM Program Lead – Respiratory Professor Anne Chang AM is an established leading researcher with international recognition in cough, bronchiectasis and evidence-based medicine (EBM) related to paediatric respiratory medicine, and has been a senior NHMRC practitioner fellow since 2004. Prof Chang leads two research groups – the QUT Cough and Airways Research Group - [Stephanie Yerkovich](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/stephanie-yerkovich/) - Stephanie Yerkovich Principal Research Fellow – Respiratory Stephanie is a scientist and statistician in QUT’s Cough and Airways Research Group (CAARG) led by Professor Anne Chang. She also manages the NHMRC CRE in bronchiectasis with a focus on First Nations Children. Stephanie’s current research interests are childhood chronic wet cough, particularly the spectrum between protracted - [Hannah O'Farrell](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/hannah-ofarrell/) - Hannah O’Farrell Visiting Fellow – Respiratory Hannah is a post-doctoral scientist in QUT’s Cough Asthma and Airways Research Group (CAARG) led by Professor Anne Chang. Awarded her PhD in November 2021, she investigated the diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic potential of extracellular vesicles (EVs) in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung cancer in adults. Hannah - [Vikas Goyal](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/vikas-goyal/) - Vikas Goyal Research Fellow – Respiratory Vikas is a Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Physician currently working as an early career clinician researcher at the Queensland Children’s Hospital and Gold Coast University Hospital. A research fellow at AusHSI supported by a Queensland Advancing Research Fellowship, Vikas is a Chief Investigator on various NHMRC funded Randomised Controlled - [Julie Marchant](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/julie-marchant/) - Julie Marchant Associate Professor – Respiratory Julie is a Paediatric Respiratory Physician at the Queensland Children’s Hospital, and a research fellow in QUT’s Cough Asthma and Airways Research Group led by Professor Anne Chang. She is also involved in the CRE in Lung Health with a focus on First Nations Children. Julie’s current research interests - [Margaret McElrea](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/margaret-mcelrea/) - Margaret McElrea Research Fellow – Respiratory Margaret is a Respiratory Clinical Measurement Scientist and research manager of QUT’s Cough and Airways Research Group (CAARG) led by Professor Anne Chang. She is also involved in the CRE in Lung Health with a focus on First Nations Children. Margaret has a particular interest in teaching spirometry to - [Sameera Senanayake](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/sameera-senanayake/) - Sameera Senanayake Visiting Fellow – Health Economics Sameera joined AusHSI in 2021 after completing his PhD in health economics. His PhD, which produced seven peer-reviewed publications, explored how health services can efficiently use deceased-donor kidneys to produce the best value for money. Sameera holds a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), a Master of Science - [Resources](https://www.aushsi.org.au/resources/) - Tools and Guidelines AusHSI has developed a wide range of useful healthcare tools, guidelines and training resources which are free for researchers and health professionals to access and use. Take a look through the list below: Shiny Apps Visual Checklist – Visualisation tool for summarising study adherence to reporting checklists as a useful addition to - [Sundresan (Sunny) Naicker](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/sundresan-naicker/) - Sundresan (Sunny) Naicker Senior Research Fellow – Implementation Science Sunny is an Implementation Science Research Fellow and an Honorary Senior Research Fellow with Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA), UNSW. He completed his PhD in Medicine (Public Health & Epidemiology) at the University of Sydney in 2017. His research focused on the development and implementation of complex - [Our Team](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/) - Our multi-disciplinary team at AusHSI come from a diverse range of specialist areas and include clinicians, health economists, statisticians and implementation scientists. We share a commitment to seeking out new ideas, putting knowledge into practice and using resources wisely to accomplish more with less. Leadership Team Steven McPhail Centre Director/Strength Lead – Health Economics and - [Michelle Allen](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/michelle-allen/) - Michelle Allen Senior Research Fellow – Implementation Science Michelle is a mixed methods researcher, using implementation science to maximise the successful implementation of health services and initiatives. Her health sector experience spans public, private, and not-for-profit organisations in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. Michelle has worked in management consulting and academia, as well - [Belinda Lange](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/belinda-lange/) - Belinda Lange Professor in Health AI Professor Belinda Lange is a strategic leader in digital health and a qualified physiotherapist who joins QUT to co-lead the new AI in Health Research Network. With a 20-year track record of co-design and innovation in clinical practice, her background spans the co-design and evaluation of interactive technologies in - ['Ember to Empower' Study Recruitment](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/projects/ember-to-empower-recruitment/) - Study recruitment for ‘Ember to Empower’: Co-designing a one-stop burn recovery toolkit for burn survivors Thank you for taking an interest in our research project ‘Ember to Empower’: Co-designing a one-stop burn recovery toolkit for burn survivors. This project will work with burn survivors and their families to co-develop Ember to Empower, a recovery toolkit designed to - [About Us](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/) - The Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI) is a leading research, education and consulting organisation with an unwavering commitment to improving the quality and value of healthcare services. AusHSI was established in 2011 as a partnership between Queensland Health, The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, QUT and the University of Queensland. AusHSI now forms - [Jenna English](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/jenna-english/) - Jenna English ‘Ember to Empower’ Project Coordinator Jenna English is the Project Coordinator for ‘Ember to Empower’: developing and piloting a one-stop burn recovery toolkit for burn survivors. Jenna previously coordinated the CHD LIFE+ study, joining the AusHSI team in May 2022. Jenna has a nursing background, specialising in communicable disease control and immunisation, and - [Angela Melder](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/angela-melder/) - Angela Melder Research Fellow – Implementation Science Dr Angela Melder’s diverse experience in healthcare improvement enables her to provide implementation science leadership to research and public health teams. She has informed the design, delivery and evaluation of implementation of change to improve frontline practice, and organisation and system level healthcare. Previously, Angela managed an evidence intermediary - [Angela Byrnes](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/angela-byrnes/) - Angela Byrnes Research Fellow – Implementation Science Angela is an early-career researcher with a background as a clinical and research dietitian in the acute care and ambulatory settings. She has experience working in strong multidisciplinary teams, both in clinical and research settings, where she brings perspective about holistic care and achieving individuals’ nutrition goals. At AusHSI, - [Contact Us](https://www.aushsi.org.au/contact/) - Email Uscontact@aushsi.org.auCall Us+61 (7) 3138 6427Find Us HereAustralian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI) School of Public Health and Social Work QUT Centre for Healthcare Transformation, Faculty of Health 88 Musk Avenue, Kelvin Grove QLD 4059 Send Us A Message Name(Required)Email(Required)PhoneLocationYour Message(Required)Captcha - [Kate Young](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/kate-young/) - Kate Young Research Fellow Kate is a mixed-methods researcher, using implementation science to foster effective and sustainable innovation in health services and communities in Australia. Her background in psychology and public health informs her unique and creative approach to this research. From in-depth interviews and Photovoice to population-based surveys and randomised-controlled trials, she has a - [Jo Durham](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/jo-durham/) - In Memory of Dr Jo Durham Jo Durham dedicated her life to improving health equity and resilience in disaster-affected regions. As a Country Program Director and advisor for organizations like the UNDP and UNICEF, Jo worked tirelessly to support communities impacted by war and crisis across Asia and the Middle East. Transitioning to academia, Jo - [Alison Kitson](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/alison-kitson/) - Alison Kitson QUT Adjunct Professor Alison Kitson is a recognised international knowledge translation scientist and nursing leader. She has had a long association with the Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation, dating back to 2015 when both she and Professor Gill Harvey helped establish the Centre’s implementation science research program. Having recently moved away from - [Thomasina Donovan](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/thomasina-donovan/) - Thomasina Donovan Research Fellow Thomasina Donovan is a Research Fellow and PhD candidate at AusHSI, and the academic coordinator of the CHD LIFE+ project. In her PhD, she used the knowledge from the fields of health economics and implementation science to develop a costing implementation strategies (Cost-IS) instrument. Cost-IS assists in data collection of the - [Jack Roberts](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/jack-roberts/) - Jack Roberts Research Fellow Jack Roberts is a Research Fellow and PhD candidate at AusHSI. His recently submitted PhD contributes to better understanding the costs of bronchiectasis and developing new instruments for measuring health utility and health-related quality of life in children with bronchiectasis and their families. Jack has research interests in health economics and - [Pakhi Sharma](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/pakhi-sharma/) - Pakhi Sharma Research Fellow Pakhi Sharma is a Research Fellow and PhD candidate at AusHSI. Her recently submitted PhD in health economics explores preferences for neurodevelopmental follow-up care for children using robust choice methods, particularly discrete choice experiments (DCEs). During her PhD, she worked as a research assistant on the CHD LIFE+ project, gaining experience - [Sumudu Hewage](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/sumudu-hewage/) - Sumudu Hewage Research Fellow Sumudu is an early-career researcher and medical doctor specializing in public health. She earned her MBBS in Sri Lanka and later completed both an MSc and an MD in Public Health at the University of Colombo. Drawing on her robust clinical background from work in acute and chronic care settings, she - [Higher Degree Research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/education/higher-degree-research/) - As part of AusHSI’s drive to build strong health services research capacity, we also support students undertaking postgraduate degrees. Our experienced researchers currently supervise approximately 20 PhD students, with several supported via our competitively funded research grants. AusHSI strongly values the wealth of real-world knowledge and insights its students bring to the group our PhD - [Ruth Tulleners](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/ruth-tulleners/) - Ruth Tulleners Research Project Coordinator Ruth is a Research Project Coordinator working within the research projects support team at AusHSI. She currently coordinates the project implementation of The Bridging Study and the QFeet Study, along with a range of other large and small-scale grant and consultancy projects. Ruth’s background is in education, joining AusHSI in - [Sian Conway Lamb](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/sian-conway-lamb/) - Sian Conway Lamb Marketing and Communications Coordinator Sian is a communications specialist with qualifications in marketing, art history and languages. She has worked across the health, arts, education and technology sectors, driving integrated marketing and communications campaigns to engage diverse audiences and optimise strategic outcomes. At AusHSI, Sian oversees marketing and communications activities for the - [Videos](https://www.aushsi.org.au/videos/) - Talking HealthTech | Unpacking the value of digital health In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Regina Akacich speaks with AusHSI researchers Prof Steven McPhail, A/Prof Amina Tariq, and Dr Sundresan Naicker about the state of digital health, the misconceptions around predictive models, and the need for a systems approach to healthcare innovation. Explore digital - [Digital Health - New](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/projects/digital-health-new/) - Australian federal and state governments are investing in digital healthcare systems at an unprecedented rate. Well organised and fit-for-purpose digital healthcare systems have the potential to transform the way all sectors of the healthcare system operate. However, research in the digital health field is in its infancy. In many cases, health services are struggling to - [CHD LIFE+ Jurisdictional projects](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/projects/chd-life-jurisdictional-projects/) - CHD LIFE+ Jurisdictional projects CHD LIFE+ is funding five national partners to complete a local project to support the design of effective models of care to support the long-term developmental needs of children with CHD. Projects will run from March 2024 to March 2025. Projects aim to address local priorities and needs while also informing - [Trauma & Injury](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/projects/trauma-injury-new/) - The incidence of injury carries an enormous cost for the Australian community. As the leading cause of death in 1−44-year-olds, injury is a substantial burden on the Australian healthcare system. Trauma is a time-critical, complex clinical challenge: it requires efficient acute and rehabilitation pathways, facilitated by multiple specialties, to maximise patient survival and minimise adverse - [CHD LIFE+ Family Information](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/projects/chd-life-family-information/) - CHD LIFE+ Family Information CHD LIFE+ is a national study which aims to design effective models of care in each Australian state to support the long-term developmental needs of children with congenital heart disease. One aspect of this CHD LIFE+ study is the evaluation of the care that children with congenital heart disease receive in Queensland, - [Hannah Carter](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/hannah-carter/) - Hannah Carter Program Lead – Hospital Services Hannah is a health economist with a background in applied economics. She has worked across clinical trials and health services research projects spanning across a range of clinical areas including cancer, diabetes, end of life and paediatric conditions. She has expertise in cost-effectiveness analysis and economic modelling. In - [Paul Kuwornu](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/paul-kuwornu/) - Paul Kuwornu Senior Research Fellow – Health Economics Paul is a health economist with expertise in economics, financial engineering and biostatistics. As an experienced health services researcher, he uses a variety of innovative methods from different fields to study efficiency and equity issues across health and social care. Paul specialises in using population-based administrative health - [Graduate Certificate](https://www.aushsi.org.au/education/graduate-certificate/) - AusHSI Graduate Certificate in Health Science (Health Services Innovation)The Graduate Certificate in Health Science (Health Services Innovation) was the first post graduate health innovation qualification in Australia, aimed at enabling senior clinicians and health service administrators to develop, assess and implement innovations within the healthcare setting. The program was designed to build the capability of - [Eloise Hummell](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/eloise-hummell/) - Eloise Hummell Research Fellow – Implementation Science Eloise is a qualitative researcher with a keen interest in the complex and shifting factors that influence identity construction, social well-being, and government policy. She has a PhD in Sociology and Bachelor of Social Science (Hons) from Macquarie University, Sydney. Her research traverses sociology, social policy studies and - [Alexia Rohde](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/alexia-rohde/) - Alexia Rohde Adjunct Senior Lecturer – Health Services Innovation Alexia is a Manager on the Improvement Team, Patient Safety and Quality, at Clinical Excellence Queensland Health. Previously, Alexia worked as a senior lecturer in Health Services Innovation at AusHSI and coordinated the corporate Graduate Certificate in Health Science (Health Services Innovation) with Metro North Hospital - [Zephanie Tyack](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/zephanie-tyack/) - Zephanie Tyack Strength Lead – Implementation Zephanie is a health services researcher and implementation scientist at AusHSI. She has a background as a clinical occupational therapist and has worked in research-related positions in hospital and health services as well as in universities. Zephanie is co-chair of the Child Health Special Interest Group with the International - [Gill Harvey](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/gill-harvey/) - Gill Harvey Implementation Scientist Gill joined AusHSI as an Adjunct Professor in 2016. She brings to AusHSI expertise in implementation science and evidence-based healthcare. Originally trained as a nurse, Gill is based at Flinders University in South Australia in a role as Matthew Flinders Fellow and Professor of Health Services and Implementation Research. She leads - [Adrian Barnett](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/adrian-barnett/) - Adrian Barnett Strength Lead – Statistics and Data Analysis Adrian Barnett is a statistician who has over 28 years of applied experience, specialising in medical statistics, health services research and research funding. Adrian is a founder member of AusHSI, where he has evaluated large and complex changes to the health system. He is a fellow - [Steven McPhail](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/steven-mcphail/) - Steven McPhail Centre Director/Strength Lead – Health Economics and Program Lead – Digital Health Steve is an internationally renowned health service innovator, health economist, clinician and researcher and leads the health management discipline at the Queensland University of Technology. He is also the Flagship Research & Education Director (Intelligent Decision Support) for the Digital Health - [Amina Tariq](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/amina-tariq/) - Amina Tariq Associate Professor – Digital Health Amina is an Associate Professor in Digital Health and course coordinator for the QUT Graduate Certificate in Digital Health Leadership and Management within the School of Public Health and Social Work. Since completing her PhD in Health Informatics, she has worked on large scale research projects at multiple - [Consultancy](https://www.aushsi.org.au/consultancy/) - Healthcare professionals are immersed in the health system every day, and can see first-hand the areas that are wasteful and need improvement, but they may lack the skills or time to collect the data and deliver a solution. AusHSI has extensive hands-on experience of delivering innovation and improvements for better health services and provides a - [Short Courses](https://www.aushsi.org.au/education/short-courses/) - AusHSI provides a range of practical short courses. We also offer in-house programs, which can be drawn from our existing offering or designed to meet your organisation’s specific requirements. To date, we have trained over 500 healthcare professionals in cost effectiveness methods and other related disciplines. By sharing our expertise, we strengthen our commitment to - [Education](https://www.aushsi.org.au/education/) - Providing a range of learning and development options to suit different health service organisations? needs. AusHSI’s education services range from a number of short course options in our key capability areas, a Graduate Certificate in Health Services Innovation, and opportunities for mentoring and supervision by our AusHSI researchers while completing a higher degree research qualification. - [Projects](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/projects/) - Find out more about AusHSI’s broad range of health services research activities all of which are delivered in partnership with health service providers. AusHSI2025-12-19T16:12:42+10:00 ‘Ember to Empower’: Co-designing a one-stop burn recovery toolkit for burn survivorsAusHSI2025-01-13T11:38:14+10:00 The POWERED StudyAusHSI2025-01-29T14:13:32+10:00 The QFeet StudyAusHSI2023-12-21T12:43:06+10:00 The Powerful Pictures StudyAusHSI2023-08-14T09:09:01+10:00 Evaluation of the Program of Assistance for Survivors of - [Louise Cullen](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/louise-cullen/) - Louise Cullen Principal Research Fellow Professor Louise Cullen is a Pre-Eminent Staff Specialist in Emergency Medicine, Emergency and Trauma Centre, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) and clinical trialist and is enthusiastically involved in the translation of research. As an emergency physician, she provides clinical care in Brisbane. She is an accomplished acute disease researcher - [Clifford Afoakwah](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/clifford-afoakwah/) - Clifford Afoakwah Senior Research Fellow – Health Economics Clifford is a health economist with training in applied economics. Currently working within the Trauma and Injury research program lead by AusHSI and the Jamieson Trauma Institute, he has previously worked on the economics of cardiovascular disease using linked administrative health data. Clifford’s current research focuses on - [Our Unique Approach](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/our-unique-approach/) - Our Unique Approach Our approach is based on a unique model. Its foundations are critical to our success and underpin the way we do things. These set out our fundamental principles and processes. By combining leading-edge research knowledge with hands on experience, we generate practical insights and independent guidance on how to identify, implement and - [Tina Cockburn](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/tina-cockburn/) - Tina Cockburn Co-Director, Australian Centre for Health Law Research QUT View QUT Academic Profile Return to AusHSI Team - [Qing Xia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/qing-xia/) - Qing Xia Research Fellow (Quantitative) – Health Economics Qing is a Research Fellow working across multiple projects for AusHSI’s Health Economics group. Majoring in Health Service Management, Qing has a deep understanding of how to develop and apply medical science knowledge from the perspective of medical managers. From 2014 – 2017, Qing undertook a masters - [Jo Preston](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/jo-preston/) - Jo Preston Centre Manager Jo has extensive experience in research development and research grants management in the higher education and not-for-profit sector. She has a Bachelor of Applied Science (Biotechnology) from QUT, with a background in research centre coordination and administration, executive support, human resources, and scientific sales. As AusHSI Centre Manager, Jo provides leadership - [Laura Stephensen](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/laura-stephensen/) - Laura Stephensen Research Project Coordinator Laura is an emergency department registered nurse with 17 years clinical experience. In 2016 she commenced working on a Queensland state-wide project, the Accelerated Chest Pain Risk Evaluation (ACRE) project. Her first role working on a research project with First Nations Australians ignited her passion for research. Laura currently works - [What Sets Us Apart](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/what-sets-us-apart/) - We are a renowned health services research organisation with an unwavering commitment to improving the quality and value of healthcare services. Evidence-based Our practice is driven by robust research which leads us to our recommendations, decisions and strategies. Rigorous We are disciplined and accountable, using leading-edge transdisciplinary research methods to provide accurate long-term solutions. Impartial - [Blog](https://www.aushsi.org.au/blog/) - Supporting early detection of liver cancer in Australia2026-06-16T12:44:06+10:00By AusHSI HDR Student Team|Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common type of cancer that occurs in the liver. It has become the fastest-rising cause of cancer mortality in Australia, and detecting HCC early is very important. AusHSI PhD student, Inosha Alwis, is researching cost-effective, patient-centred HCC surveillance - [News](https://www.aushsi.org.au/news/) - First Nations Forum Identifies Pathway to Drive Lasting Impact in Diabetes and Cardiovascular ResearchAusHSI2026-06-11T15:37:14+10:00June 11th, 2026|MTPConnect, the Lowitja Institute and the Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation have released guidance to help those funding or shaping First Nations health research to achieve long-term impact. Brushing your teeth daily could prevent hospital-acquired pneumoniaAusHSI2026-06-11T17:14:35+10:00June 9th, 2026|A simple - [Wendell Cockshaw](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/wendell-cockshaw/) - Wendell Cockshaw Senior Research Fellow – Statistics Wendell is a statistician who holds tertiary qualifications in psychology and electronic engineering. His research experience spans digital health, mental health, and health service delivery. His expertise includes all aspects of health research design and statistics. His interests include measurement of the symptoms of high prevalence mental health - [Nicholas Graves](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/nicholas-graves/) - Nicholas Graves Deputy Director, Health Services & Systems Research, Duke-NUS View Academic Profile View QUT ePrints Return to AusHSI Team - [Xing Lee](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/xing-lee/) - Xing Lee Senior Analyst, Queensland Treasury View profile View QUT ePrints Return to AusHSI Team - [Roman Kislov](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/roman-kislov/) - Roman Kislov Professor, Health Policy and Management, Manchester Metropolitan University View Academic Profile Return to AusHSI Team - [EDDIE+ Resources](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/projects/eddie-resources/) - EDDIE+ is a program that combines education, decision support tools, additional medical equipment and the support of an onsite clinical facilitator. These resources have been designed as part of the educational component of EDDIE+ and aim to extend and refresh knowledge for recognising and reporting changes in residents that may indicate they are in the - [Catherine Niven](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/catherine-niven/) - Catherine Niven Research Fellow – Product Safety Research Program Catherine is an early career injury prevention researcher at AusHSI working in the Product Safety Research Program. She has an honours degree in law and international business and recently completed her doctoral study on public health approaches to consumer product safety in children, which was awarded - [Jesani Catchpoole](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/jesani-catchpoole/) - Jesani Catchpoole Injury Data Analyst Dr Jesani Catchpoole is a data analyst at the Jamieson Trauma Institute. She has over a decade of experience in injury data analysis, working on a broad selection of injury topics and using data from various sources such as emergency department data, admitted patient data, ambulance data and coroner’s data. - [EDDIE+ Outputs & Activities](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/projects/eddie-outputs-activities/) - Publications Protocol paper Carter, H.E., Lee, X.J., Farrington, A. et al. A stepped-wedge randomised controlled trial assessing the implementation, effectiveness and cost-consequences of the EDDIE+ hospital avoidance program in 12 residential aged care homes: study protocol. BMC Geriatr 21, 347 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02294-8 Webinar March 2022 Recording Storyboards Return to EDDIE+ overview page - [Peter Lazzarini](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/pete-lazzarini/) - Peter Lazzarini Conjoint Research Fellow – QUT and Queensland Health Pete is a researcher in diabetes foot disease with AusHSI and Metro North Hospital and Health Service, with a career goal of ending diabetes amputations within a generation. His background as a clinical podiatrist led to his significant interest in improving the lives and limbs - [David Brain](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/david-brain/) - David Brain Senior Research Fellow – Health Economics David is a health economist and health services researcher with expertise in economic modelling and all aspects of health economic evaluation. Awarded his PhD in October 2016, he completed the first cost-effectiveness analysis of healthcare interventions designed to reduce the hospital transmission of Clostridium difficile infection. David - [Newsletter Sign Up](https://www.aushsi.org.au/newsletter-sign-up/) - [Michael Schuetz](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/michael-schuetz/) - Michael Schuetz Professor and Chair of Trauma, QUT/Director of Jamieson Trauma Institute Professor Michael Schuetz is a practising orthopaedic surgeon and Director of Jamieson Trauma Institute (JTI) based at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in Brisbane. JTI is a state-wide research facility based on strong collaboration and partnerships, including with the Motor Accident Insurance - [Bridget Abell](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/bridget-abell/) - Bridget Abell Program Lead – Community Health Bridget is an Early Career Research Fellow in Health Services Research and Implementation Science at AusHSI. In this role she works collaboratively with organisations and healthcare teams, using mixed-methods approaches to design, plan and implement health service change, and conduct clinical and implementation evaluations. She also teaches and - [Nicole White](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/nicole-white/) - Nicole White Program Lead – Infectious Disease Nicole is a statistician with ten years’ experience in cross-disciplinary research and consultancy. She holds a Bachelor of Mathematics, Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) and PhD in Statistics from QUT. Nicole has contributed her expertise in statistical methods and their application to several areas across health and medical - [Jaimi Greenslade](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/jaimi-greenslade/) - Jaimi Greenslade Principal Research Fellow – Value-based Care Jaimi Greenslade joins AusHSI as a Principal Research Fellow, funded by an Advance Queensland Research fellowship. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Hons), a PhD in Psychology and a Masters of Science in Statistics. Jaimi has spent more than 10 years conducting health research in the Emergency - [Megan Campbell](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/megan-campbell/) - Megan Campbell Operations Director As Operations Director, Megan Campbell uses her exemplary management skills to lead all aspects of the day-to-day running of AusHSI, including the centre’s communication, engagement, funding and implementation activities. She has over 15 years’ experience in complex, large-scale research program development and management, and brings to AusHSI highly developed skills in - [Kirsten Vallmuur](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/kirsten-vallmuur/) - Kirsten Vallmuur Program Lead – Trauma Professor Kirsten Vallmuur is a Motor Accident Insurance Commission funded Chair of Trauma Surveillance and Data Analytics in a joint position between AusHSI and the Jamieson Trauma Institute (JTI) at RBWH, Metro North HHS. She leads the JTI Trauma Data and Analytics unit. Kirsten previously worked in the Centre - [Angela Watson](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/angela-watson/) - Angela Watson Principal Research Fellow – Road Safety Data and Data Linkage Angela is a Principal Research Fellow supported by a Motor Accident Insurance Commission funded research fellowship within AusHSI and the Jamieson Trauma Institute. Angela has worked in road safety for over 18 years with a focus on analysis, linkage, and integration of large - [Carla Shield](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/carla-shield/) - Carla Shield Research Coordinator Carla works within the AusHSI Research Project Team, supporting the academic team to deliver large and small- scale grant and consulting projects, including the NHMRC/MRFF-funded EDDIE+, and DHCRC Metro South projects. She provides research project management and coordination support, with particular focus on ethics and governance. Carla holds a Bachelor of - [Alison Farrington](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/alison-farrington/) - Alison Farrington Research Project Manager Alison Farrington works with the Research Projects team at AusHSI, supporting all aspects of research project administration. Focussing on NHMRC and MRFF research grant applications, Alison works with the academic team to implement AusHSI’s major research activities, including the NHMRC/MRFF-funded InterACT, EDDIE+, LOCATE-NAFLD and CHD LIFE+ studies. Alison is an - [Susanna Cramb](https://www.aushsi.org.au/about-us/team/susanna-cramb/) - Susanna Cramb Senior Research Fellow – Statistics Susanna joined the AusHSI team in June 2019 as a Statistician. Her research experience spans the academic and not-for-profit sectors, and she has collaborated with government organisations domestically and internationally (Queensland Health, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, New Zealand Ministry of Health). Susanna’s research focus is to - [test heading](https://www.aushsi.org.au/test-heading/) - test heading h1 - [Research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/) - AusHsi’s activities focus on improving the delivery and organisation of health services. Our work assists organisations in gaining more health benefits for patients from every dollar spent. We undertake a broad range of health services research activities including large scale, Government-funded competitive grants, major Partnership grants and consultancy projects. All our projects are delivered in - [Programs](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/programs/) - Our program areas cover a range of clinical and healthcare systems reflecting our multidisciplinary approach and strength in diversity. Hospital Services Cardiac Digital Health Respiratory Trauma Infectious Disease Community Health - [Strengths](https://www.aushsi.org.au/research/strengths/) - We are one of the only health services research groups in Australia to combine health economics, implementation science, statistics and data analysis. With this knowledge, we seek out smart and practical ways to create improvements to the broad range of systems, structure and processes involved with the delivery of better healthcare. Health Economics Implementation Statistics ## Posts - [](https://www.aushsi.org.au/seedprod/7/) ## Venues - [Owen J. Wordsworth Room](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/owen-j-wordsworth-room/) - S Block (Level 12) QUT Gardens Point Campus - [E5 Function Room, Education Precinct (E Block), QUT Kelvin Grove](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/e5-function-room-education-precinct-e-block-qut-kelvin-grove/) - [Rydges Sydney Central](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/rydges/) - [E558 (Level 5), Education Precinct (E Block), QUT Kelvin Grove](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/e550-function-room-level-5-education-precinct-e-block-qut-kelvin-grove/) - [Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/royal-international-convention-centre-royal-icc/) - 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills QLD 4006 The state-of-the-art Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC) is located within the historic Brisbane Showgrounds and provides a world-class events and lifestyle precinct located just 1.5km from the city's CBD. - [QUT Gardens Theatre](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/qut-gardens-theatre/) - [AusHSI (in person) & online](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/aushsi-in-person-online/) - Online: Zoom (link sent after registration) - [Online](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/online/) - Zoom - [QUT Executive Education Centre](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/qut-executive-education-centre/) - [QUT Gardens Point Campus](https://www.aushsi.org.au/venue/qut-gardens-point-campus/) ## Organisers - [Adrian Barnett](https://www.aushsi.org.au/organiser/adrian-barnett/) - [CHD LIFE+](https://www.aushsi.org.au/organiser/aushsi/) ## Events - [Essential skills for statistics leadership in consultancy and research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/essential-skills-for-statistics-leadership-in-consultancy-and-research/) - Our two-day Statistical Leadership Symposium for early and mid-career researchers across Australia aims to strengthen leadership capability among statisticians working in consultancy and research across all sectors: academia, government, and industry. - [AI in Healthcare: Crossing the Last Mile to Care Delivery](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/ai-in-healthcare-crossing-the-last-mile-to-care-delivery/) - Join us for QUT's next Real Health Panel Series event focused on AI in Healthcare: Crossing the Last Mile to Care Delivery. Our invited panellists will discuss what is happening to overcome challenges in crossing the last mile to effective use of AI in real-world health care delivery settings, including implementation challenges and human factor considerations. - [Invitation only: National priority setting meeting - cardiac neurodevelopmental care](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/invitation-only-national-priority-setting-meeting-cardiac-neurodevelopmental-care/) - This priority setting meeting aims to bring together key stakeholders, including consumers, who work and/or have lived experience in neurodevelopmental care for children with congenital heart disease (CHD). - [Outsmarting scammers in research and publishing: tips from a battle-hardened editor](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/outsmarting-scammers-in-research-and-publishing-tips-from-a-battle-hardened-editor/) - Prof Ginny Barbour, Editor-in-Chief at the Medical Journal of Australia, gives an insider's view on how not to get conned in academic publishing. - [A/Prof Charitini Stavropoulou Guest Seminar](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/associate-professor-charitini-stavropoulou-guest-seminar/) - As the co-director of the Centre for Healthcare Innovation Research at City University of London, A/Prof Charitini Stavropoulou is interested in understanding the barriers and facilitators in implementing research and innovation in healthcare practice. - [Prof Jennifer Byrne Guest Seminar: Publishing in the age of research paper mills](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/prof-jennifer-byrne-guest-seminar-publishing-in-the-age-of-research-paper-mills/) - In this guest presentation, Prof Jennifer Byrne will outline changes to research publishing that have occurred over the past 20 years. Introducing paper mills as organisations providing undisclosed publishing services, Prof Byrne will explain what changes to manuscript submission requirements and researcher assessments mean for researchers today. - [Implementation Science in the Real World](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/implementation-science-in-the-real-world/) - Placing a spotlight on the practical application of implementation science, join us to explore the latest research and evidence across Australia and internationally. Featuring case studies and interactive panel sessions with experts in the field, this event will answer your questions on how health services can use implementation science to better implement, measure and sustain change. - [13th Health Services Research (HSRAANZ) Conference](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/13th-health-services-research-hsraanz-conference/) - On behalf of the Health Services Research Association of Australia and New Zealand (HSRAANZ), we invite you to the 13th Health Services Research Conference, where innovation and research converge to shape the future of healthcare delivery. - [Carl Bergstrom Public Lecture](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/carl-bergstrom-public-lecture/) - Carl Bergstrom explores the crisis of human collective decision-making in a social media world. - [Professor Todd Wagner Guest Seminar](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/professor-todd-wagner-guest-seminar/) - Join Professor Todd Wagner to explore measuring and improving efficiency in health care - [Value-Based Health Care (VBHC) Congress 2023](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/value-based-health-care/) - Bringing together leaders from across the health system to showcase and share experiences of Value-Based Health Care (VBHC). - [Addressing the rising burden of liver disease in Australia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/addressing-the-rising-burden-of-liver-disease-in-australia/) - Join experts in liver disease, as well as those with lived experience and advocates for better liver health, to share insights into easing the burden of liver disease in Australia. - [AusHSI Discrete Choice Experiments: Exploring and evaluating methodologies](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/aushsi-discrete-choice-experiments-exploring-and-evaluating-methodologies/) - This event showcases the progress and results of discrete choice experiments embedded in AusHSI's research and PhD projects. - [Health Statistics Refresher](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/health-statistics-refresher/) - Our Health Statistics Refresher online course is for people who have had some practical experience with statistics or some undergraduate statistics training. - [Webinar: Avoiding hospital transfer from residential aged care: current Queensland initiatives](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/webinar-avoiding-hospital-transfer-from-residential-aged-care-current-queensland-initiatives/) - Join our free webinar to review the current state of play of hospital avoidance programs for residential aged care in Queensland. - [Developing applied skills in cost-effectiveness analysis](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/developing-applied-skills-in-cost-effectiveness-analysis/) - This three-day course will develop applied skills in cost-effectiveness analysis, each subsequent day will build on knowledge from the previous day. - [AusHSI celebrates 10 years of innovation](https://www.aushsi.org.au/event/aushsi-celebrates-ten-years-of-innovation/) - Since its founding in 2011, AusHSI has established itself at the forefront of excellence in health services research. Join us to celebrate our 10th anniversary with an evening that will showcase the impact AusHSI research has achieved for our health service partners over the last decade in creating greater efficiencies and improved patient outcomes. ## Portfolio - [Cardiac](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/cardiac/) - Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a major cause of mortality and morbidity globally. In Australia, CVD accounts for a third of all deaths and more than half a million hospitalisations. Despite recent developments (age-adjusted measures) in understanding the burden of CVD, major challenges remain. These include the ageing population, increasing rates of CVD risk factors, such - [BLIPA - Bacterial Lysate in Preventing Asthma](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/blipa-bacterial-lysate-in-preventing-asthma/) - This study is investigating a treatment to help prevent the development of wheeze and asthma in children hospitalised with bronchiolitis, the leading cause of hospitalisation in young children. - [LEAP-Cough - Investigating treatable traits in children with chronic wet cough](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/leap-cough-investigating-treatable-traits-in-children-with-chronic-wet-cough/) - There is currently no published data on treatable traits in children with chronic wet cough. Our randomised controlled trial aims to change clinical practice by showing that reducing protracted bacterial bronchitis and/or bronchiectasis leads to better longer-term clinical and lung function outcomes. - [The BETTER Study](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/the-better-study/) - Bronchiectasis is under-researched and under-serviced. Establishing a management plan to reduce the number of exacerbations for children with bronchiectasis is important to improving clinical outcomes. We are investigating the bronchiectasis-specific treatment erdosteine which is a promising novel mucolytic. - [‘Ember to Empower’: Co-designing a one-stop burn recovery toolkit for burn survivors](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/ember-to-empower/) - Burn survivors are helping create Ember to Empower, a toolkit designed to support everyday life after a burn injury. It will bring together information in one place to give burn survivors, and the people who care about them, the support they need as they adjust to life after a burn. - [Congenital Heart Disease Long-term Improvements in Functional Health+ (CHD LIFE +)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/congenital-heart-disease-long-term-improvements-in-functional-health/) - Children with Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) are at elevated risk of neurodevelopmental challenges, developmental delays and other learning, psychosocial and behavioural difficulties. - [Value-based Trauma Care](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/value-based-trauma-care/) - This study will determine the acceptability, adoption, sustainability and the impact on patient outcomes of the new trauma admitting service model at RBWH. - [LOCal Assessment and Triage Evaluation of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (LOCATE - NAFLD)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/local-assessment-and-triage-evaluation-of-non-alcoholic-fatty-liver-disease-locate-nafld/) - The COVID-19 response has greatly accelerated the design and implementation of digital health solutions, particularly in the fields of decision support and virtual care. - [injury Treatment and Rehabilitation Accessibility Queensland Index (iTRAQI)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/injury-treatment-and-rehabilitation-accessibility-queensland-index-itraqi/) - Queensland’s vast geography makes transporting an injured person to the right place for the right care at the right time very complex. The injury Treatment and Rehabilitation Accessibility Queensland Index (iTRAQI) shows regions in Queensland where gaps in accessible, specialised time-critical care exist to allow informed decision-making regarding health system developments. - [The QFeet Study](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/q-feet-study/) - The QFeet Study aims to implement, evaluate, and scale-up the Diabetes Footcare Hub (‘DFootHub’) model of care for people with diabetes foot disease living in regional and remote areas of Queensland. - [The POWERED Study](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/the-powered-study/) - The POWERED study seeks to improve the management of pre-school wheeze with a proposed intervention (bundle) that includes the use of a clinically validated device (WheezeScan) that detects wheeze, and a wheeze management plan. - [Respiratory](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/respiratory/) - Respiratory diseases are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children worldwide. Furthermore, a chronic cough is one of the most common reasons for referral to paediatric respiratory services in Australia. Despite this, many clinicians ignore the possible significance of a cough, and a high proportion of families have multiple consultations before they are - [Digital Health](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/digital-health/) - The sustainable provision of accessible and effective healthcare is one of the greatest challenges facing government and healthcare system administrators. - [Implementation](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/implementation/) - The sustainable provision of accessible and effective healthcare is one of the greatest challenges facing government and healthcare system administrators. - [Trauma and Injury](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/trauma/) - The sustainable provision of accessible and effective healthcare is one of the greatest challenges facing government and healthcare system administrators. - [PAWS: Improving management and outcomes of preschool asthma and paediatric wheeze](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/project-to-accurately-identify-childhood-wheeze-to-improve-clinical-outcomes/) - To better diagnose asthma, a more reliable detection of wheeze is required that can be used when the child visits the doctor’s clinic and, importantly, that parents can use at home. This project will investigate the use of Wheezescan® as a possible digital solution to detect wheeze. - [Researching Early Detection of Deterioration in Elderly Residents (EDDIE+)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/researching-early-detection-of-deterioration-in-elderly-residents/) - The COVID-19 response has greatly accelerated the design and implementation of digital health solutions, particularly in the fields of decision support and virtual care. - [Transport and Work-Related Injury Compensation Linkage And Injury Management Study (CLAIMS)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/transport-and-work-related-injury-compensation-linkage-and-injury-management-study-claims/) - This study seeks to develop robust processes for linking health and compensation data at the population level to enable better understanding of service utilisation profiles and treatment pathways through the health and compensation systems - [Product Safety Research Program](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/product-safety-research-program/) - The Product Safety Research Program aims to develop innovative approaches to improve product safety surveillance and the generation of robust evidence to inform a full range of injury prevention strategies from education, product design to regulatory action. - [Developing the MacNew-7D Heart Disease-Specific Preference-based Instrument](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/developing-the-macnew-7d-heart-disease-specific-preference-based-instrument/) - Cost-utility analysis is essential in making subsidy decisions for new health technologies to ensure value for money for limited health resources. This research programme developed a heart disease-specific instrument allowing more sensitive measurement of utility values. - [Statistics & Data Analysis](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/statistics-data-analysis/) - The sustainable provision of accessible and effective healthcare is one of the greatest challenges facing government and healthcare system administrators. - [Health Economics](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/health-economics/) - The sustainable provision of accessible and effective healthcare is one of the greatest challenges facing government and healthcare system administrators. On one hand, demand for healthcare is rising; on the other, assessments and treatments are typically becoming more expensive. Furthermore, new treatments are often introduced without clear information regarding their cost-effectiveness. This situation is not - [Primary and Community Health](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/primary-and-community-health/) - Primary and community health services encompass general practice, dentistry, allied health services, maternal and child health, mental health services, home and community care services, including aged care and hospital outpatient services. Primary and community health services aim to promote health, prevent illness and support people to manage their health issues in the community, and avoid - [Infectious Disease](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/infectious-disease/) - Infectious diseases account for around 2% of the total burden of disease in Australia, but nearly 7% of the healthcare costs (pre-COVID figures). Each year in Australian 180,000 patients suffer healthcare associated infections that prolong hospital stay and consume two million extra days in hospital. The advent of COVID-19 has brought immense challenges to the - [Embracing the implementation and use of digital information](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/embracing-the-implementation-and-use-of-digital-information-in-metro-south-hospital-and-health-service/) - The COVID-19 response has greatly accelerated the design and implementation of digital health solutions, particularly in the fields of decision support and virtual care. - [Hospital Services](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/hospital-services/) - Australians spend $185 billion annually on healthcare 40% is spent on acute care provided in hospitals, this proportion is higher than all but three other OECD countries. With such a disproportionate percentage of healthcare being delivered in hospitals, even small improvements in value-based care can see huge savings that can theoretically be used towards preventive - [The Powerful Pictures Study](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/the-powerful-pictures-study/) - First Nations Australians are disproportionately affected by heart disease compared with non-Indigenous people. The Powerful Pictures study is an ambitious project which seeks to partner with First Nations Australians to co-design a new, improved model of care to identify and manage heart disease in patients at risk of future heart attacks. - [Evaluation of the Australian Teletrials Program](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/australian-teletrials-evaluation/) - This study will evaluate the implementation, impact and sustainability of the Australian Teletrial Program being implemented in six participating Australian state and territories over five years. - [The Bridging Study](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/the-bridging-study/) - This project aims to improve access to, and uptake of, appropriate and timely mental health care for people living in regional Queensland by reducing barriers to accessing care and increasing service options. - [The InterACT (Intervention for Appropriate Care & Treatment) study](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/the-interact-intervention-for-appropriate-care-treatment-study/) - The COVID-19 response has greatly accelerated the design and implementation of digital health solutions, particularly in the fields of decision support and virtual care. - [High value care in hospitals and health services](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/high-value-care-in-hospitals-and-health-services/) - This project sought to establish processes to identify and address low value care. A toolkit was developed to support staff in hospitals and health services to optimise the value of care provided to patients. - [Evaluation of the Program of Assistance for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (PASTT)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/evaluation-of-the-program-of-assistance-for-survivors-of-torture-and-trauma-pastt/) - Employing a mixed-methods approach, this evaluation examined the implementation, outcomes and economic considerations related to PASTT service provision, including in regional and rural areas. The alignment of PASTT with international standards of evidence was also considered. - [Improving Cardiac Rehabilitation Referral, Enrolment, and Completion in Australia: Engage-CR](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/improving-cardiac-rehabilitation-referral-enrolment-and-completion-in-australia-engage-cr/) - In the Engage-CR project we are using evidence mapping methodologies to describe, classify and visualise the best evidence-based practices for optimising referral to cardiac rehabilitation, enrolment in programs, and strategies to enable completion. - [e-Mobility Safety Research](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/e-mobility-safety-research/) - The e-Mobility Safety Research project aims to understand the impact of ‘rideables’ or electric personal mobility devices (ePMDs) and improve safety for all e-Mobility users living in Queensland. - [The Future of Trauma Data: A Vision for 2032](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/the-future-of-trauma-data-a-vision-for-2032/) - This project aimed to produce a film that would examine the role that healthcare data analytics plays in the patient journey, illustrating the importance of this process as a predictive tool that can actually help improve efficiencies and outcomes for the patient quality of life. - [Queensland Injury Atlas](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/queensland-injury-atlas/) - Despite the large burden on the healthcare system caused by injuries, there have only been limited Australian efforts to explore geospatial patterns, and none in Queensland. To determine feasibility, we created a prototype Queensland Injury Atlas. - [Identifying High-Value Care for Coronary Artery Disease in Australia](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/identifying-high-value-care-for-coronary-artery-disease-in-australia/) - Coronary heart disease is still the leading cause of death in Australia. It is a chronic disease that often has negative effects on a person’s quality-of-life. This project sought to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of treatments for stable coronary artery disease, using real-world linked data from private health insurance claims as well as cardiac registry data about quality-of-life outcomes and linked data about pharmaceutical prescriptions and Medicare service use. - [Centre of Research Excellence in Reducing Healthcare Associated Infections (CRE-RHAI)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/centre-of-research-excellence-in-reducing-healthcare-associated-infections-cre-rhai/) - Healthcare associated infections (HAIs) are a major problem for patient safety and for national health systems and so surveillance of infection is the cornerstone of infection prevention in a healthcare setting. - [Researching Approaches to Cleaning in Hospitals (REACH)](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/researching-approaches-to-cleaning-in-hospitals-reach/) - The COVID-19 response has greatly accelerated the design and implementation of digital health solutions, particularly in the fields of decision support and virtual care. - [Value for money in Cardiac Rehabilitation](https://www.aushsi.org.au/aushsi-research/value-cardiac-rehabilitation/) - Coronary heart disease is still the leading cause of death in Australia. It is a chronic disease that often has negative effects on a person’s quality-of-life. This project sought to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of treatments for stable coronary artery disease, using real-world linked data from private health insurance claims as well as cardiac registry data about quality-of-life outcomes and linked data about pharmaceutical prescriptions and Medicare service use. ## Fusion Elements - [Call Us Today - Footer](https://www.aushsi.org.au/fusion_element/call-us-today-footer/) ## Categories - [Latest News](https://www.aushsi.org.au/category/latest-news/) - [Blog](https://www.aushsi.org.au/category/blog/) - [Cardiac](https://www.aushsi.org.au/category/cardiac/) - [Trauma](https://www.aushsi.org.au/category/trauma/) - [Respiratory](https://www.aushsi.org.au/category/respiratory/) - [Digital Health](https://www.aushsi.org.au/category/digital-health/) ## Tags - [Knowledge Translation](https://www.aushsi.org.au/tag/knowledge-translation/) - [Evaluation](https://www.aushsi.org.au/tag/evaluation/) - [value-based healthcare](https://www.aushsi.org.au/tag/value-based-healthcare/) - 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