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qualifications: Master Health Science (Education)
contribution: Study conception and design, Acquisition of data, Analysis and interpretation of data, Drafting of manuscript
position: Lecturer in Occupational Therapy
Karen Hayes is an occupational therapy academic with a mission to improve rural health and occupational therapy services in Australia, and across the globe. With over two decades of experience as an occupational therapist, she's seen firsthand the challenges faced by rural people and communities. Karen has a strong fairness and equality, driving her to address the healthcare gap between rural and urban areas, and believes in the power of occupational therapy to empower communities and build resilience. She aims to partner with rural people to develop a rural workforce through teaching, research, and advocacy. Her approach is all about working together, understanding people's needs, and striving for excellence. Through her work in research, teaching, and advocacy, Karen aims to ensure everyone, no matter where they live, gets the care they deserve.
contribution: Study conception and design, Acquisition of data, Analysis and interpretation of data, Drafting of manuscript, Critical revision
position: Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy
contribution: Study conception and design, Acquisition of data, Analysis and interpretation of data, Drafting of manuscript, Critical revision
position: Director of Academic Program (Occupational Therapy)
Associate Professor Rosalind Bye has been an occupational therapy academic and researcher for over 30 years, contributing to the growth of the occupational therapy profession in Australia through her work. Ros currently holds leadership roles in the School of Health Sciences, Western Sydney University, NSW.
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